Britain's official guide to canals, rivers and lakes

Wednesday 3rd December 2008

Places to go in London

England’s historic capital caters for everyone – and with so many attractions free to enter, there’s nowhere else in the world where you can see so much for so little. Choose between royal residences, bustling street markets, relaxing parks and iconic visitor destinations such as the London Eye and the infamous Tower.

Local attractions

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The former Bryant and May Match Factory is now a residential development known as the Bow Quarter. This historic …

  • Historic building

Come and watch the amazing transformation of Old Ford Locks as the area undergoes significant changes with the …

  • Historic structure

A mere stroll from the timeless calm of Little Venice, Paddington Basin makes a bold strike for 21st century …

  • Leisure attraction
  • Restaurant
  • Cafe
  • Moorings

Portobello Road Market (now spanning into adjacent streets also)was originally famed for its antiques, but now is …

  • Leisure attraction

The Prenelle Gallery is the only floating contemporary art gallery in London. Housed on a130ft Dutch Barge it opened …

  • Gallery

The barge opened in 1982 and is unique. Described as one of London's more elusive treasures, it is an established 50 …

  • Leisure attraction

Located in three canal sidewarehouses that previously wereused to house the largest 'ragged school' in London. In a …

  • Museum

Regent's Park is a 166 hectare (410 acre), designed in 1811 by renowned architect John Nash. It is just a 20 minute …

  • Country park
  • Leisure attraction

Pick up a bargain or two at the Roman Road Market, from clothes and accessories to fruit and veg. Loads more stalls …

  • Leisure attraction
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