Which Tiny Town was England's capital 700 years before London?

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Malmesbury, Wiltshire, England, UK. 2020. The River Avon close to St Johns bridge in the lower part of this market town - Shutterstock

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In today’s email: 

• Which Tiny Town was England's capital 700 years before London?

• Top Ten Places to Visit in Wandsworth

• Around The Web: This Pub Is London’s Only Surviving Galleried Inn – And It’s Owned By The National Trust, Swarming tadpoles shot wins Wildlife Photographer of the Year award, Visitors guide to Royal Palaces, Castles and Residences in the UK and more.

• From Social Media -  Hever Castle located in Kent…

• Yum - British Classics With Gordon Ramsay

• Extra - A History of Malmesbury | Exploring the Cotswolds

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Which Tiny Town was England's capital 700 years before London?

A small, vibrant market town with a rich history dating back to medieval times was once the capital of England. While London is typically thought of as England's capital, this wasn't always the case.

Malmesbury in Wiltshire holds the title of being the oldest borough in England. The town was originally built around an abbey and constructed in around 675AD, making it one of the most significant towns in England at the time….

Band playing on Malmesbury High Street for Petticoat Market - Shutterstock

Top Ten Places to Visit in Wandsworth

Wandsworth, one of the 33 boroughs in London, is a vibrant area offering a perfect blend of urban charm and green spaces. The borough boasts picturesque parks along the River Thames, providing scenic spots for leisurely walks and picnics. With its diverse community, Wandsworth is known for a rich cultural scene, including galleries, theatres, and lively markets…

Boats and architecture reflected in river water on the Harbour on Thames, riverside in Wandsworth Battersea area - Shutterstock

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Around The Web

This Pub Is London’s Only Surviving Galleried Inn – And It’s Owned By The National Trust

Tucked away in the shadows of the Shard is another outrageously old London boozer, drenched in history and boasting some pretty fascinating claims to fame

Swarming tadpoles shot wins Wildlife Photographer of the Year award

The annual competition by Natural History Museum, London, is now in its 60th year

Regent Street's 2024 Christmas Lights Have Been Announced

Switched on from Thursday 7 November 2024, the 30 'spirits', made from 300,000 LED lights, can be seen over Regent Street, Jermyn Street and at St James’s Market. For the second consecutive year, there will be…

London’s most spectacular private dining rooms

London has no shortage of private dining rooms, ranging from discreet enclaves and stylish nooks to cordoned-off, clandestine 'wow' spaces.

London Heathrow: Celebrity photographer Denis Stone's legacy lives on

Stone, who was born on 13 June 1932 in Chelsea, began taking photographs aged 13 after his mother gave him a Box Brownie Kodak camera that cost two shillings and sixpence…

New outdoor London market coming to 'cool' Zone 1 neighbourhood

A new outdoor market is coming to a 'cool' south London neighbourhood in Zone 1. The market will be situated inside one of London's fastest changing boroughs and newly redeveloped parks…

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

Hever Castle located in Kent, built in the 13th century, historical home of Ann Boleyn, the second queen consort of King Henry VIII of England

Yum

British Classics With Gordon Ramsay

Extra 

A History of Malmesbury | Exploring the Cotswolds

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