This is a Stanfords London Event

From historic streets to architectural landmarks, Jack Chesher of @londonlivinghistory and Daniel Wilson of @greatbritisharchitecture explore the stories that bring London and Britain to life.

Jack and Daniel will be hosted in conversation by author Tim Lewis of @TimtheLondonWalker

Great British Architecture by Daniel Wilson

Discover the extraordinary stories written into Britain’s historic buildings – and the people, power and ideas that shaped them.

From time-worn ruins and cathedrals to tucked-away country churches and elegant stately homes, Britain is full of genuinely incredible – but often surprisingly overlooked – historic buildings.

Laden with character, style and deep layers of heritage, these structures each represent something unique: they are the bearers of natural history, examples of our curious mish mash of architectural styles and monuments to civic pride, power and creativity.

Great British Architecture brings together the stories behind 86 great buildings from across the nation and, with illustrations throughout, celebrates their beauty, charm and national significance.

London: The Hidden Corners For Curious Wanderers by Jack Chesher

An all-new collection of London curiosities and secluded hidden gems that dig even deeper into the city’s rich past. From the alleyways of Soho to the medieval remains of Moorgate, the second book from Sunday Times bestselling author Jack Chesher takes you on a journey through London and its history, showing you its hidden corners. Explore the fascinating history of the city with the creator of the ever-popular @LivingLondonHistory.

Have you ever wondered where a notorious Victorian murderer was captured? Or in which backstreet you can find the pub that hid the masterminds behind the Great Train Robbery? Or perhaps which pocket park contains the remains of a great medieval monastery?

Have your questions answered and let London: The Hidden Corners reveal the capital’s unique and shadowy mysteries. Illustrated throughout and complete with a selection of maps to help you discover your new favourite locations, London: The Hidden Corners promises to bring the city to life for intrepid explorers and local Londoners alike. Whether you are new to the city or a seasoned traveller, London: The Hidden Corners is a must-have guide for anyone looking to uncover something beyond the familiar.

So, in true @LivingLondonHistory style, turn the page and get ready to transform the city into the museum you never knew you had. Also by Jack Chesher: London: A Guide for Curious Wanderers.

'I love both of Jack's books. Meticulously researched and jam-packed with fascinating details, they breathe new life into a London that you thought you knew.' – Alan Carr

About the speakers

Jack Chesher of @londonlivinghistory is a London tour guide, blogger, author and general enthusiast for the city’s quirks. In September 2020, Jack founded his website Living London History sharing London’s most fascinating and unusual historical sites. In 2021 he completed Open City’s Golden Key Academy guiding course and since October 2021 has been leading guided walking tours of London’s hidden history. The tours are of specific areas of London, aiming to unearth its hidden history and point out the little details that you may otherwise miss. In just under a year Living London History tours has shot into the top ten tours in London on Tripadvisor.

Daniel Wilson of @greatbritisharchitecture is a young online content creator in the history and architecture niche, producing short form videos that delve into the architectural curiosities and lesser-known heritage sites of Great Britain. Daniel really fell into love with historic buildings, their powerful stories, and their charming oddities while studying at the University of St Andrews - where he read Modern History and International Relations. At the heart of Daniel’s love for historic buildings are the medieval churches of his native East Anglia. Growing up in the Suffolk market town of Bury St Edmunds, Daniel was surrounded by the seemingly endless layers of built history - from ruined monasteries and Georgian stately homes to those humble medieval parish churches. Accordingly, Daniel is delighted to have been able to bring theses historic sites to new audiences through this innovative digital medium.

From iconic landmarks to fascinating locals, Tim Lewis, @TimtheLondonWalker, loves sharing the extraordinary stories of this 2,000-year-old city. Alongside his Instagram, he curates a series of walks around the city, from royal palaces and treasures to tales of radicals and rebels. Uncovering the rascals and the saints, each walk reveals the everyday lives of Londoners through the ages, a glimpse into the city's rich and diverse history. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a living, breathing Londoner, join Tim and discover some fabulous things in this extraordinary city.

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