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Looking down at the Stranger Things Christmas tree at Waterloo Station in London 🎄✨ 

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November 29, 2025 at 3:30 AM
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Today in History (Dec 17, 1843): Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" was published. Pictured is the desk and chair where Dickens wrote many works.  https://www.guidelondon.org.uk/tours/charles-dickens-london-tour/ #BlueBadgeTouristGuide #LDNBlueBadgeTouristGuides #LetsDoLondon #VisitLondon
December 17, 2024 at 10:30 AM
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Are you familiar with Kenwood House, a stately home in Hampstead, London?  It is a hidden gem with a rich architectural history dating back to the early 17th century. https://www.guidelondon.org.uk/blog/around-london/kenwood-house/

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Kenwood House: A Stately Home Nestled in Hampstead, London | Guide London
Just off the road between Hampstead and Highgate, perching resplendently on a ridge that offers a commanding view over inner London’s rooftops and skyscrapers, the Blue Badge tourist guide and his or her clients will find one of London’s ‘hidden gems’: Kenwood House.
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December 19, 2024 at 7:02 PM
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Today in History (7 March 1969): Queen Elizabeth II officially opened the Victoria Underground Line. She became the first reigning monarch to ride the Tube, traveling from Oxford Circus to Victoria. 

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March 7, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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View of The House of Commons, 1833 painting By Sir George Hayter at the National Portrait Gallery in London.

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https://www.guidelondon.org.uk/tours/national-portrait-gallery-tour/

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February 26, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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In the spirit of Christmas, here’s a view of the beautiful nativity scenes at Saint Patrick's Church in Soho Square. This serene setting is a perfect reminder of the season's true meaning. 

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December 24, 2024 at 6:01 PM
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Happy Pride Parade Day in London! 🌈 Regent Street is bursting with colour as Pride flags line the street for today’s celebrations. 🌈

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https://www.guidelondon.org.uk/tours/queer-london-tour/

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July 5, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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Yellow double-decker and Dan Kitchener's True Colours mural on the NYX Hotel Holborn. Painted in 2021, at 125 feet tall, it is one of London's tallest murals. https://www.guidelondon.org.uk/tours/london-street-art-tour/

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January 21, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Have you visited the #LondonZoo? 🦁🐒 Home to thousands of animals from hundreds of species, the zoo is also brightened by this vibrant animal mural painted by artist Jane Mutiny!

📸 © Blue Badge Tourist Guide Danny Parlour.

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July 17, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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A few more photos from the Guide London | Association of Professional Tourist Guides annual Christmas Party, which took place on 8th December. 📸 © Blue Badge Tourist Guide Sarah Reynolds. #BlueBadgeTouristGuide #LDNBlueBadgeTouristGuides #LetsDoLondon #VisitLondon
December 13, 2024 at 7:02 PM
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It's almost time for Santa Claus to make an appearance! 🎅✨ Pictured here is his sleigh in Covent Garden, a popular spot for holiday photos. 🎄🎁✨ 🎄🎅 📸 © UPB. #ChristmasInLondon #BlueBadgeTouristGuide #LDNBlueBadgeTouristGuides #LetsDoLondon #VisitLondon
December 24, 2024 at 10:30 AM
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A young couple admiring the festive decorations and lights on Carnaby Street in London. 

Related Guide London Tour
https://www.guidelondon.org.uk/tours/classic-london-tour/

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December 23, 2024 at 11:30 AM
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Views from Flask Walk, a charming street in Hampstead. Discover a mix of shops, from secondhand books and antiques at Keith Fawkes to quirky boutiques, florists, and a mystical fairy shop. 

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May 9, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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Picture-perfect view of Big Ben from the gardens at St Thomas’ Hospital!

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https://www.guidelondon.org.uk/tours/classic-london-tour/ 

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July 16, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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View of the Viking longship replica Saga Farmann sails through Tower Bridge in London! 

📸 © Jackie Freshfield, Blue Badge Tourist Guide 
https://www.guidelondon.org.uk/guides/jackiefreshfield/

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September 8, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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Women with a Union Jack umbrella standing in front of the beautifully decorated Cartier store on New Bond Street!  🎁🎄✨

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https://www.guidelondon.org.uk/tours/london-fashion-shopping-tour/

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December 27, 2024 at 6:01 PM
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Happy Sunday! Today, we are featuring The Parish Church of St Mary Le Strand. This beautiful church is a prime example of Baroque design by the renowned architect James Gibbs.
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April 20, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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A few photos from the Guide London | Association of Professional Tourist Guides annual Christmas Party, which took place on 8th December.  📸 © Blue Badge Tourist Guide Sarah Reynolds. #BlueBadgeTouristGuide #LDNBlueBadgeTouristGuides #LetsDoLondon #VisitLondon
December 13, 2024 at 3:02 PM
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View from The Spaces In-Between exhibition at Chateau Denmark, open until 21st January!
Created by visual light artist Rupert Newman, you can engage with ‘Tessellations,’ which transforms into a mesmerizing digital display.

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January 16, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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View of the London Eye from Westminster Bridge!  🚶‍♀️🇬🇧🎡

Related Guide London Tour:
https://www.guidelondon.org.uk/tours/classic-london-tour/

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November 25, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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Spring at Kew Gardens 🌿 Home to over 50,000 plants and 14,000 trees, Kew bursts with vibrant life this season. 

📸 © Blue Badge Tourist Guide Hiroko Ohashi.
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April 24, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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View of the spectacular fan-vaulted ceiling within the Henry VII Lady Chapel at Westminster Abbey in London.

Related Guide London Tour
https://www.guidelondon.org.uk/tours/westminster-abbey-tour/

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December 8, 2024 at 9:01 PM
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Looking up at Target Queen, a relatively new commission by British-Indian artist Bharti Kher on the back exterior of the Hayward Gallery. 

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https://www.guidelondon.org.uk/tours/london-southwark-south-bank-tour/

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December 30, 2024 at 6:01 PM
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Up close with the 2024 Christmas windows at Fortnum & Mason.

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December 8, 2024 at 7:46 PM
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Early morning walk across the London Millennium Footbridge and looking towards St Paul's Cathedral. 

Related Guide London Tour 
https://www.guidelondon.org.uk/tours/classic-london-tour/

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December 9, 2024 at 6:02 PM