Walthamstow, London: A Place Where Travellers Are Welcome

painted wooden cow outside the front of gods own junkyard in Walthamstow london

This is the literal meaning of the word ‘Walthamstow’ and is as true today as it was 500 years ago. Famous for William Morris, the Boyband E17 and its Greyhound Stadium, this is a friendly oasis in the urban sprawl of East London. If you make it to the northern end of the Victoria Line […]

Camden Street Art Self-Guided Walking Tour (+ Map)

wall mural of an african child and love hearts

From Brick Lane to Brixton, London is not short of areas with first-rate urban art. One of the best places to find street art in London is Camden Town, just north of the city centre. Whereas you can explore street art in Shoreditch on an organised walking tour, this is not currently available for Camden. […]

Is the London Explorer Pass Worth it? An Honest Review (2025)

lookinf across millennium bridge to st pauls cathedral in london

My home city of London has a not unwarranted reputation for being expensive. Although its world-class state-funded museums are free, London’s other attractions can seriously blow a hole in your travel budget. The good news is that London has a city pass – the Go City® London Explorer Pass – providing access to many of […]