I think it’s true to say that Victoria is probably not my favourite area of London. It’s one that seems ill at ease sitting next to the very grand Belgravia and the less grand Pimlico estates. If I go there at all it’s usually to Victoria Railway Station, never a pleasure, always a chore! However,… Continue reading The Entente Cordiale
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Vive la différence
The French House in Dean Street Soho, was formally known as the York Minster, opened in 1820s. The first Landlord was Thomas Dinsdale, who plied his trade there for over twenty years. During WW2 the pub under the stewardship of Mr Victor Berlemont became a meeting place for the Free French. Charles de Gaulle was… Continue reading Vive la différence
A LONDON MISCELLANY 