A tornado in 1091 destroyed the bridge so it was replaced. Then it was destroyed by fire in 1136 so was rebuilt again. Why was the original London Bridge dismantled? This was the 19th century granite bridge, designed by John Rennie, itself a Victorian replacement for a medieval predecessor. The bridge was sinking, and needed […]
Category: London
Is London Water Salty?
The River Thames is mostly composed of freshwater but the area of the river that flows from London into the North Sea is brackish, or a combination of salt and fresh water. Is the Thames water salty? Between Teddington and Chelsea the tidal Thames is freshwater, from Chelsea downstream it becomes more mixed (“brackish”) until […]
How Do Londoners Say Southwark?
You pronounce it suth-erk /ˈsʌðəɹk/! What is the pronunciation of Marylebone? 1. Marylebone (mar/li/bone – mar/li/bun) How do you pronounce Holborn in London? Holborn: A perennial puzzler, Holborn is best pronounced using as few letters as possible – o’b’n rather than Hole-born. Ho-bun is probably the commonest form among locals. How do you pronounce Mousehole? […]
Is London Tap Water Acidic?
I found that tap water in the few areas across London I tested were consistently a bit more on the alkaline side (about 8-8.5), can you tell me what that means exactly? pHs of 8.0 – 8.5 are perfectly normal levels for tap water. The pH value of water is a measure of acidity or […]
How Do You Make London Tap Water Taste Better?
How to improve the taste and odour of tap water? Boil your water to remove unpleasant taste and bleach-like smell. Boiling tap water to remove contaminants or improve the taste and odour is a common method people use for a long time. Cool your water for a better taste. Install a water filter in your […]
How Much Can A Student Earn Part Time In London?
How much can a part-time student earn in the UK? For students aged between 18 and 20, the national minimum wage works out at £6.15 per hour. For those aged 21 and over, they can earn £7.70 per hour in the UK. How much can I earn in London as a student? The average salary […]
How Do I Set Up Water In London?
If you have more than one property needing a Thames Water account, you can call us on 0800 980 8800 to set them up. Landlords can do this directly on the national web portal, Landlord TAP. How do I set up London Hydro? Hydro (Electricity) To set up a new account, please visit the London […]
What Are The Suburbs Of South London?
The region consists of the boroughs, in whole or in part, of Bexley, Bromley, Croydon, Greenwich, Kingston, Lambeth, Lewisham, Merton, Richmond, Southwark, Sutton and Wandsworth. What parts of London are South London? South London is generally defined as any part of London that is south of the river Thames. However, this guide only covers the […]
Which Subject Is Best For London?
Ans: Some of the top courses to study in London are Business studies, Finance, Culinary arts, Mechanical Engineering, Data Analytics, Marketing and Arts. Which subject is best to study in London? Ten UK Degrees which are Ranked the Best in the World MBA. MBA is the most sought after course today. Civil Engineering. Law. Medicine. […]
Where Should Black People Visit In London?
Your Guide to Black London AKOKO. AUTOGRAPH. BLACK CULTURAL ARCHIVES. BRICK LANE. BRIXTON. DARK SUGARS. JAZZ CAFÉ REGENT’S PARK. Where do black people stay in London? If you are south of the Thames, head to Camberwell, Brixton or Peckham. Those are just a few areas of London that predominantly have African and Caribbean populations. Where […]