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Julianna Barnaby

Julianna Barnaby is the Founder of London x London. A born and bred Londoner and award-winning blogger she loves to delve into the cool, interesting and quirky spots that make London such a dynamic city.

King’s Cross isn’t short on a great pub or two. Whether you’re looking for a swanky gastropub or a traditional boozer, these are the King’s Cross pubs you shouldn’t miss.  The Best Pubs in King’s Cross  The Fellow  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kings Cross Gem (@thefellowpub) on Jul 20, 2020 …

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We track down the history of Winchester Palace and the dark history or its bishop pimp.  Tucked away behind Southwark Cathedral and Borough Market in London Bridge, the ruins of Winchester Palace are a hint of the building’s former glory.  We can’t tell you the number of times we’ve walked past the ruins of Winchester …

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Tucked inside The Queen’s House, you’ll find the gorgeous Tulip Stairs – a winding spiral staircase with a rather interesting history…  Architectural buffs and Instagrammers alike will delight in The Queen’s House in Greenwich, the first wholly classical building in England.  Designed by architect Inigo Jones, The Queen’s House was initially intended as a residence …

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Wondering where to eat in London? Luckily for you, London is brimming with amazing food that you simply have to try.  From high-end eateries to local hangouts, here are our picks of the best places to eat in London.  Whatever you want to say about London, food is something that this crazy little city does …

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Home to great history and some of London’s classiest window shopping, let’s discover the Royal Arcade. A lot of chat goes into Mayfair’s gorgeous shopping arcades, much of it focused on the prestigious (and exceedingly pretty) Burlington Arcade.  However, if you stop halfway along Old Bond Street and turn your head at just the right …

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The Ceremony of the Keys in the Tower of London is one of London’s longest-running rituals. But what is it exactly and how do you see it? Here’s what you need to know before you go.  London isn’t short on a historical ceremony or two. Let’s face it, between the pomp of the Changing of …

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Glitzy Knightsbridge has a surprisingly high number of excellent pub boozers. Looking for the best pubs in Knightsbridge? Brimming with centuries worth of history, and the art of the perfect pint completely mastered, here are some of the best drinking holes the area has to offer.  The Best Pubs in Knightsbridge The Nag’s Head View this …

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London has had a long love affair with gin – no surprise then that there are a tonne of cool gin distilleries, tours and experiences in the city. These are the gin experiences and gin distilleries in London that you shouldn’t miss.  We’re pretty sure that London is at least 50% fuelled by gin. Our …

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