What Happened to London in 1666?

The Origins and Aftermath of the Great Fire of London

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The Monument (62 m high) on Fish Street in the Center of the City of London commemorates the great city fire of 1666 - Shutterstock

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In today’s email: 

• What Happened to London in 1666?

• Top Ten Places to Visit in Ealing

• Around The Web: Thomas Farriner: The Man Behind the Spark of the Great Fire of London; The First Coffee House in London by Pasqua Rosée; Visitors guide to Royal Palaces, Castles and Residences in the UK and more.

• From Social Media - Mixed Bathing Pond at Hampstead Heath

• Yum - Must Try Desserts in London

• Extra - A Journey Through the Great Fire of London

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What Happened to London in 1666?

The Great Fire began in a bakery owned by the King’s baker, Thomas Farriner on Pudding Lane on September 2nd 1666, just 202 feet from the site of The Monument today. The bakery ovens were not properly extinguished, and the heat created sparks, which set alight Thomas’s wooden home

Monument to the great fire in London - Shutterstock

Top Ten Places to Visit in Enfield

Enfield, located in the northern part of Greater London, is a borough rich in history and green spaces. Known for its mix of suburban charm and proximity to the capital, Enfield offers a variety of attractions, from historic sites to scenic parks. It is home to several notable buildings and landmarks, many of which reflect its long history, including its association with the English Civil War and its role in the development of early industry.

The old Machine room in Enfield Island village. It was the site of Royal small arms factory and now a residential Estate in Enfield Lock - Shutterstock

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Around The Web

Thomas Farriner: The Man Behind the Spark of the Great Fire of London

In the early hours of September 2, 1666, Thomas Farriner, a baker on Pudding Lane, unwittingly became the source of the Great Fire of London. After finishing his work for the day, Farriner had raked the oven coals to keep the fire subdued. Later that night, his daughter, Hanna, went to the bake-house to light a candle…

The First Coffee House in London by Pasqua Rosée

The first coffee house to be located in London, this premises was opened by a Greek, Pasqua Rosée, in 1652 and is believed to have been located in St Michael’s Alley off Cornhill

The Golden Boy of Pye Corner and the End of the Great Fire of London

Although most people are aware that Pudding Lane was the starting point for the Great Fire of London, few know where it finally stopped. The answer? A rather seedy corner of medieval London, at the corner of Cock Lane and Giltspur Street

St Magnus Church, Wren’s Grandest Parish Church on London Bridge

St Magnus church stands at the head of the old London Bridge in the City of London. It was Sir Christopher Wren’s most expensive parish church and the first to be visited by all those crossing into the City

La Gaffe, Hampstead’s Iconic Guesthouse Since 1962

If you would like to stay in a lovely part of London, with welcoming and helpful hosts, then La Gaffe is the perfect choice

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.

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From Social Media

Mixed Bathing Pond at Hampstead Heath

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Yum

Must Try Desserts in London

Extra 

A Journey Through the Great Fire of London

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