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South Westminster

South Westminster

The South Westminster connected trails take us from Victoria, up to Westminster, through Whitehall and on into Northbank past many of the most well-known sites in London: Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square and more. From the political ‘HQ’ of the capital and the buzz of the Strand, to hidden oases in the heart of the city and the majestic river Thames – the trails across South Westminster will surprise and delight young and old.

The trails will help participants discover how the South Westminster area is changing, not least with the ambitious Strand / Aldwych transformation project in Northbank, which will create a new cultural hub and pedestrianised piazza, as well as improving air quality and connectivity to other parts of the capital.

 

01 June 2023

More in Common – the Changing Face of Fleet Street

Ben Adams Architects   |  
Walks and Tours

Located between the City of London to the East and the West End, Fleet Street has, historically, be…

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01 June 2023

Tour of the UK Supreme Court

The Supreme Court of the United Kingdom   |  
Walks and Tours

Come and visit the highest court in the land. Your tour will be led by an experienced guide who wil…

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01 June 2023

Tour of the UK Supreme Court

The Supreme Court of the United Kingdom   |  
Walks and Tours

Come and visit the highest court in the land. Your tour will be led by an experienced guide who wil…

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04 June 2023

A walk exploring community Initiatives in South Westminster

"Seek out London" - Cultural walks for the incurably curious   |  
Walks and Tours

A fund-raising walk within the South Westminster area which addresses the theme of "In Common" by …

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04 June 2023

Westminster Cathedral Tour

The Metropolitan Cathedral of Westminster   |  
Walks and Tours

A Byzantine building in Central London? Yes, just minutes away from Victoria Station stands Westmin…

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07 June 2023

The remaking of Strand Aldwych as common ground

LDA Design   |  
Walks and Tours

Some of London’s finest cultural and educational institutions line Strand south of Aldwych. This …

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07 June 2023

Sikh History on the streets of London – Westminster

A little History of the Sikhs   |  
Walks and Tours

A walking tour through Westminster finishing with a visit to the National Liberal Club revealing st…

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10 June 2023

Making with Artists, a Westminster Walking Tour

Eric Parry Architects   |  
Walks and Tours

Walking tour led by Director, Robert Kennett to share our creative response to context and placemak…

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15 June 2023

Our Common Ground: Greening Victoria

London HQ   |  
Walks and Tours

Public spaces and green infrastructure play a vital role in improving air quality, reducing overhea…

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15 June 2023

The Uncommon Tales of a Public Park

London HQ   |  
Talks and Debates

The history of this unique green space stretches back to the 13th Century, and it is a former buria…

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25 June 2023

Legacies of the British Empire

History Speak   |  
Walks and Tours

What do historic adversaries Gandhi and Churchill have in common? They both have statues in Parliam…

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25 June 2023

Westminster Cathedral Tour

The Metropolitan Cathedral of Westminster   |  
Walks and Tours

A Byzantine building in Central London? Yes, just minutes away from Victoria Station stands Westmin…

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Supported by London HQ (Northbank, Victoria, Victoria Westminster and Whitehall)

   



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