Discover London’s hidden corners with bestselling author Jack Chesher—uncover secret stories, mysteries and forgotten history.

From the alleyways of Soho to the medieval remains of Moorgate, the newest book by Sunday Times bestselling author Jack Chesher takes you on a journey through London and its history, showing you its hidden corners.

Learn about 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.

In true @LivingLondonHistory style, join us and get ready to transform the city into the museum you never knew you had.

Jack Chesher

Jack Chesher is a London tour guide, content creator and author of two Sunday Times bestselling guides to London’s hidden history (London: A Guide for Curious Wanderers & London: The Hidden Corners for Curious Wanderers). He set up his website and social media accounts called Living London History back in 2020 and now has 1.5 million followers across his platforms.

Accessibility

Please note, currently there are certain areas of the Cathedral that are not accessible to wheelchair users, but we are working to improve our facilities. There is a platform lift to access the Cathedral. The Nave is accessible for wheelchairs from the Millennium Courtyard entrance via a platform lift. There are ramps into the South Transept. Access to the Retrochoir, High Altar and Choir is via the doors from the South Transept, into the Churchyard and back into the Cathedral via the Parish Door.

Visitors who require assistance due to disability are able to book a carer/companion ticket free of charge. Accessible toilet facilities are located on the Ground Floor at the end of Lancelot’s Link, other is in the basement near to the Cathedral Café and can be accessed by the passenger lift. Both toilets need a radar key which can be obtained from a Cathedral team member.

Service animals are permitted.

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