The Secretive Eel Pie Island

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Pleasure boats and barges moored on the River Thames at Twickenham next to Eel Pie Island to the west of London - Shutterstock

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In today’s email: 

• The Secretive Eel Pie Island

• Top 10 Places to Visit in Hackney

• Around The Web: Markets, Art, and Dining at Paternoster Square; A Medieval Gem in Modern London; Visitors guide to Royal Palaces, Castles and Residences in the UK and more.

• From Social Media - Aerial view of Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich

• Yum - The Thousand Year Old Dish Served to Kings and Queens at English Coronations

• Extra - Exploring Eel Pie Island: London’s Secret Island That Only Opens Twice A Year

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The Secretive Eel Pie Island

Situated in the tidal Thames in West London, Eel Pie Island is home to a variety of artists' studios along with some of the only working boatyards on the river.

“Although the island is private and visitors are not allowed, twice a year, usually in early July and early December, thanks to the graciousness of the private residents who live on the island, we open up our studios to the public, so that you can view inside a working studio and browse, purchase or commission unique works of art!”

Eel Pie island now houses a number of artists studios but was once a venue for famous musicians - Shutterstock

Top 10 Places to Visit in Hackney

Hackney, located in East London, is a dynamic borough renowned for its eclectic mix of cultures, artistic heritage, and green spaces. Once an industrial hub, Hackney has transformed into a thriving area brimming with creative energy, offering something for everyone from historic landmarks to buzzing markets.

The borough is also celebrated for its commitment to sustainability and urban renewal, which is evident in its many rejuvenated parks and community spaces. Visitors flock to Hackney to explore its unique blend of history, creativity, and modern urban charm

Victoria Park in London

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Around The Web

Markets, Art, and Dining at Paternoster Square

Paternoster Square is home to many shops and restaurants, the restored Temple Bar and the bronze sculpture Shepherd and Sheep by Elisabeth Frink. There are monthly lunchtime street food markets - and seasonal markets in the summer and winter

A Medieval Gem in Modern London

St Giles' Cripplegate is one of the few remaining medieval churches in the City of London and, after surviving devastating bombing during the Blitz, it sits at the heart of the modern Barbican development

Experience the Exmouth Buzz

Exmouth Market is a hidden precinct in the Clerkenwell area in East London. We showcase the amazing businesses on this very special street

The Old Red Lion Theatre

The Old Red Lion Theatre first opened its doors in 1979, and is now one of London's oldest and most loved theatre venues. Please help us celebrate our 45th year by coming along and supporting the work of our artists

Journey into the Past at The Priory of St John

Today these remains are preserved in the form of the Museum of St John. Central to the museum is a Tudor gatehouse, built in the year 1504. St John’s Gate, as it is known, once gave entrance to the inner courtyard of the Priory of St John, around which all the significant priory buildings once stood

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

Aerial view of Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich

Yum

The Thousand Year Old Dish Served to Kings and Queens at English Coronations

Extra 

Exploring Eel Pie Island: London’s Secret Island That Only Opens Twice A Year

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