Author: David Brown

Camden at 60 – Sir Flinders Petrie

This week, Camden Guide Dave Brown uncovers the story of one of Camden’s most fascinating historical figures, Sir Flinders Petrie. Best known as the father of modern archaeology, Petrie transformed

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Fitzroy Square

This week, Camden Guide, Dave Brown explores Fitzroy Square, a hidden gem in the heart of London. If you haven’t been, it might feel strangely familiar – this gorgeous Georgian

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Picture of Bagnigge Wells Pleasure Garden
Camden
David Brown

Camden’s Pleasure Gardens

The Growth of Pleasure and Tea Gardens For centuries people resident in London (mostly inside the old walls of the City) who wanted recreation would go out into the countryside,

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