Thames Secrets at London Docklands

Where the Empire Once Docked—And the Past Still Lurks Beneath the Surface

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Museum of London Docklands - Shutterstock

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In today’s email: 

• Thames Secrets at London Docklands

• Bridge of Steel

• Around The Web: The Traffic Light Tree ; Adventure Above the City; Visitors guide to Royal Palaces, Castles and Residences in the UK and more.

• From Social Media - Colorful houses off Portobello Road

• Yum Recipes - 5 British foods you need to know

• Extra - LONDON Museum Docklands Highlights

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Thames Secrets at London Docklands

Step into the fascinating world of mudlarking at the Museum of London Docklands, in the UK’s first major exhibition dedicated to this unique Thames tradition. As the river’s tides recede, they reveal hidden objects from centuries past – and now you can explore over 350 of these remarkable finds. From everyday items to rare relics, each artefact tells a story of Londoners long gone.

The Robert Milligan statue outside the Museum of London docklands, in Canary Wharf in London - Shutterstock

Bridge of Steel

You’ve seen the photos - those soaring towers over the Thames, lifting for passing ships. But Tower Bridge isn’t just a landmark; it’s a symbol of Victorian innovation, social ambition, and London’s belief in building towards something greater. Steel-framed and stone-clad, this bridge is both engineering feat and architectural fantasy.

Walk across its glass walkways, explore its old engine rooms, and you’ll touch a time when London was reshaping the world. Below your feet, the river flows. Above, the city skyline stretches toward a future the Victorians only dreamed of.

Have you crossed Tower Bridge - or stood beneath it and stared in wonder?

Tower of London, seen from the south bank of the River Thames - Shutterstock

Around The Web

The Traffic Light Tree

Created by French sculptor Pierre Vivant, this majestic traffic light tree stands eight meters tall and consists of 75 groups of computer-controlled traffic lights

Adventures Above the City

Free and open daily, this rooftop oasis features exotic plants from both hemispheres, peaceful seating areas, and a unique open-air amphitheatre hosting free performances and community events

Visit the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

Soar through the Helix slide, the world’s longest and tallest tunnel slide, while taking in breathtaking views of the iconic ArcelorMittal Orbit and Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

Relax and Unwind in a Lush Green Bar

Wander through Crossrail Place roof garden into our botanical escape, with streaming sunlight from floor to ceiling windows nourishing our real flowers ferns and vines

London’s Original Hot Yoga Experience

Discover hot yoga, HIIT, and mindfulness at our newly renovated studios in Canary Wharf and London Bridge – perfect for beginners of all ages and fitness levels. Come feel energised, inspired, and part of a welcoming yoga community

Visitors guide to Royal Palaces, Castles and Residences in the UK

The United Kingdom is home to some of the most iconic royal palaces, castles and residences in the world. From the towering turrets of Windsor Castle to the elegant interiors of Buckingham Palace, these historic buildings offer a glimpse into the lives of Britain’s royal family.

Buckingham Palace - Love to Visit London

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From Social Media

Colorful houses off Portobello Road, in the colourful Nottinghill area of Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

Yum

5 British foods you need to know

Extra 

LONDON Museum Docklands Highlights

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