Keep checking in for more cool and fun things to do while in England as we add postings to this blog. So as not to confuse the daylights out of everyone, I'll try and keep the postings roughly thematic, ya know: galleries, tours, sites to see, that kind of thing. Below are just some of the neat places to visit while in London.
[New Globe Walk, Bankside, Southwark, Southwark, London, SE1 9DR
Telephone: 020 7902 1400]
Telephone: 020 7902 1400]
This replica of the Shakespeare's 16th century theatre, reconstructed just 200 yards from its original site, is the brainchild of American actor and director Sam Wanamaker. Built in wood and thatch, using techniques from 400 years ago, the theatre opened in 1996. Although it is not an exact replica, it is close, and plays are performed in the open-air, rain or shine. The th
rust stage, and the fact that cheap standing tickets are available for every 
performance, create a raucous relationship between actor and audience that makes it unlike any other London Theatre. If you are standing, remember to dress appropriately (there's no shelter from the elements, and on hot days most performances are accompanied by somebody fainting). Visitors can also tour the theatre and spend time at the adjacent Shakespeare's Globe Exhibition.
rust stage, and the fact that cheap standing tickets are available for every 
performance, create a raucous relationship between actor and audience that makes it unlike any other London Theatre. If you are standing, remember to dress appropriately (there's no shelter from the elements, and on hot days most performances are accompanied by somebody fainting). Visitors can also tour the theatre and spend time at the adjacent Shakespeare's Globe Exhibition.
[221b Baker Street London NW1 6XE]
The worlds most famous address! Sherlock Holmes and Doctor John H Watson lived at 221b Baker Street between 1881-1904, according to the stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. The house was last used as a lodging house in 1936 a
nd the famous 1st floor study overlooking Baker Street is still faithfully maintained as it was kept in Victorian Times.
Step back in time, and when you visit London, remember to visit The World's Most
Famous address - 221b BAKER STREET - the Official Home of Sherlock Holmes!
nd the famous 1st floor study overlooking Baker Street is still faithfully maintained as it was kept in Victorian Times.Step back in time, and when you visit London, remember to visit The World's Most
Famous address - 221b BAKER STREET - the Official Home of Sherlock Holmes!
[20 Dean's YardLondon SW1P 3PA, Tel 44(0)20 7222 5152]
Kings, queens, statesmen and soldiers; poets, priests, heroes and villains - the Abbey is a must-see living pageant of British history. Every year Westminster Abbey welcomes 
over one million visitors who want to explore this wonderful 700-year-old building. Thousands more join us for worship at our daily services. The Abbey is in the heart of London. Once inside audio guides are available in eight languages or there is the highly-popular verger-led tour.
over one million visitors who want to explore this wonderful 700-year-old building. Thousands more join us for worship at our daily services. The Abbey is in the heart of London. Once inside audio guides are available in eight languages or there is the highly-popular verger-led tour.
[Tower Hill, London, Tower Hamlets, EC3N]
Discover for yourself some of the Tower’s sights and stories, whether you’re planning your visit or just wanting to learn more about this iconic palace and its history. In the early 1080s, William the Conqueror began to build a massive stone tower at the centre of his London fortress. Nothing like it had ever been seen before. Through the centuries that followed, successive monarchs added to the fortifications. This short history charts the different stages of its construction and explains its role as fortress, palace 
and prison.
and prison.
[84 Commercial St, London, E1 6LY]
On the corner of Commercial Street and Fournier Street in Spitalfields stands perhaps the most famous pub in Ripper history. The Ten Bells Pub has been standing since at least 1752. The pub has undergone one name change. From 1976 to 1988, it was known as "The
Jack the Ripper". Since 1988 it was given its original name of "The Ten Bells".
On the corner of Commercial Street and Fournier Street in Spitalfields stands perhaps the most famous pub in Ripper history. The Ten Bells Pub has been standing since at least 1752. The pub has undergone one name change. From 1976 to 1988, it was known as "The
Jack the Ripper". Since 1988 it was given its original name of "The Ten Bells". 
[Parliament Square, London, SW1P 3AD]
Big Ben is one of London's best-known landmarks, and looks most spectacular at night when the clock faces are illuminated. You even know when parliament is in session, because a light shines above the clock face. The name Big Ben actua
lly refers not to the clock-tower itself, but to the thirteen ton bell hung within. The bell was named after the first commissioner of works, Sir Benjamin Hall.
lly refers not to the clock-tower itself, but to the thirteen ton bell hung within. The bell was named after the first commissioner of works, Sir Benjamin Hall.
[London, SE1]
Bring London to life with a flight on the London Eye. Astonish, amaze and excite pupils with an incredible perspective of 
London that is at once a history lesson, geography lesson, cultural lesson and a lesson in engineering and design.
London that is at once a history lesson, geography lesson, cultural lesson and a lesson in engineering and design. 
Buckingham Palace
[16 Belgrave RdLondon, SW1V 1QF]
[16 Belgrave RdLondon, SW1V 1QF]
Buckingham Palace has served as the official London residence of Britain's sovereigns since 1837 and today is the administrative headquarters of the Monarch. Although in use for the many official events and receptions held by The Queen, the State Rooms at 
Buckingham Palace are open to visitors every year.
Buckingham Palace are open to visitors every year. 
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