Discover London

Derek O'Reilly visits a quaint museum, a still life drama created by Dennis Servers of what life would have been like for a family of Huguenot silk weavers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Derek O'Reilly and Olivia Cox interview David Charnick about the history of Covent Garden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A dive into Thomas Carlyle's House, home to historian and philosopher Thomas Carlyle and his wife from 1834. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Derek O'Reilly speaks with Lester Hillman, an historian based in London and a member of the Society and contributor to Camden History Review, about the history of Kings Cross. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Derek O'Reilly visits Le Cordon Bleu, the legendary culinary school which invented Coronation Chicken for Queen Elizabeth II's Coronation. Based in Central London, with a heritage spanning 120 years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Discover London takes you on a tour of Leighton House. Home to legendary 19th century painter, Frederic Leighton, it is now an art museum in the heart of the historic neighbourhood of Kensington. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Derek O'Reilly visits the Hyatt Regency and the bar inspired by Sir Winston Churchill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Derek O'Reilly visits Gothic revival, St Pancras Renaissance Hotel, which was also made famous around the world for being one of the locations for Harry Potter, as well as being a part of the Spice Girls music video for 'Wannabe'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John P. Lynch, Vice President of Wimbledon in Sporting History, tells us about the history of AFC Wimbledon. Trophies, the Crazy Gang and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We take a look inside St. John, a Michelin star restaurant with a unique offering of Offal, Ox Tongue and even Whole Roast Pig's. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Composer George Frideric Handel lived at 25 Brook Street until 1759. In 1968, Rockstar Jimi Hendrix moved in next door at 23 Brook Street. Michelle Aland, Director of Handel & Hendrix House tells us more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We visit the historic Savoy Hotel and interview the head butler. The Savoy was a popular spot for politicians, including Winston Churchill. During WWII, wealthy Londoners whose servants had left town or gone to war could stay there in comfort. The air raid shelters were deep and luxurious. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Derek O'Reilly takes us on a visit of London Silver Vaults in Chancery Lane and learns about its history as well as various treasures it holds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dating from 1837, in the heart of London’s elegant Mayfair, Brown’s Hotel is an iconic luxury hotel where history and 21st century sophistication come together. The retreat of choice for royalty, presidents and literary greats over the centuries, Brown’s Hotel is an enduringly distinguished destination in London. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Derek O'Reilly and Olivia Cox visit The Wallace Collection, a permanent collection of paintings, sculptures, and decorations, which was established more than 125 years and gathering essential masterpieces for the British and European histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.