Fitzroy House open for visits

Fitzrovia dates back to the 18th century and has been for many years well known for its writers and artists. From H.G. Wells and George Orwell, to Charles Dickens and Virginia Woolf – its inhabitants have left an indelible mark. Although it is well known that the Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw resided in Fitzroy…

Motorcycle tracks in London

Q: Is there a motor cycle speedway track in London, If so where is it. Location Australia A: I’m not aware of any in London but there are two that are only a couple of hours drive away: – Donington Park – Silverstone Here’s a link for more info, http://www.hottrax-online.com/product_info.php?products_id=15228 _ _ _ _ _…

Group day tickets

Q: Thank you for your site with friendly suggestions. As a teacher, I will visit London with a group of 30 students and I was surprised by the expensive tickets for tube. We are staying 4 days. Can you tell me more about Group Day Tickets (for groups of 10 or more). Is it a…

London at Easter

Q: I liked your site! But I wounder if Easter is a good time to visit London? I saw that you liked it! Thats how I found your site but I suspect that everything is closed during Easter? Museums and shops? My husband and I are planning to go the 20-23 of March. But are…

Oyster cards from overseas

Q: The Oyster pass for the trains/buses. Can you buy one in London or can you only buy online? Online is hard for me as they want a UK address and I don’t have one. Location New Zealand A: You can buy an oyster card for immediate use from any tube station when you arrive…

Tea for a group

Q: I will be in London with 25 of my students in mid-April. Looking for inexpensive ways to explore with them so that they can EXPERIENCE London – rather than just do the “tourist” thing… Also looking for a nice place to have tea with my young ladies… any suggestions would be most helpful and…