Layman's London

In the Kent Downs, the historic village of Shoreham is home to a dozen of so listed buildings, including the nineteenth century bridge, whic...

  Justifiably popular with London cyclists doing the so-called Cinnamon Bun Run, the Cinnamon Cafe is one of several coffee shops sheltered ...

  A little taste of cafe society in south London, pedestrianised Venn Street is home to Clapham Picture House, live music bar Venn Street Re...

Although it is not far from London's suburban sprawl, Cudham feels like it belongs much deeper in the Kent countryside. As you cycle alo...

  Nestled in the High Weald, olde-worlde Chiddingstone is a well-preserved example of a Tudor one-street village. The National Trust, which ...

The freshly-restored Brockwell Hall brings a glimpse of Georgian grandeur to Brixton's biggest park.

  Atlantic Road, Brixton

On the southern edge of the South Downs National Park, the ancient town of Arundel overlooks the marshes and wetlands that surround the rive...