London's Lost Tube Schemes by Anthony Badsley-Ellis published by Capital Transport describes the scramble for new tube lines in Victorian & Edwardian London, illustrating the various projects with maps & diagrams. As private & institutional finance was tempted by the promise of moneymaking schemes (shades of the dot.com bubble?) over forty unfulfilled projects were presented to Parliament between 1880 & the start of the First World War. The book describes these projects, as well as proposed variations to the lines which were eventually constructed. The accompanying list of over 90 abbreviations of railway company names, from B&PRC (Brompton & Piccadilly Circus Railway) through L&PECC (London & Provincial Electric Construction Company) or MARC&CS (Marble Arch, Regents Circus & City Subway) & SK&K&MAS (South Kensington & Knightsbridge & Marble Arch Subways) to W&WR (Waterloo & Whitehall Railway) gives some glimpse of the problems! ...

London's Overground by John Glover from Ian Allan Publishing describes the history of the network, first called by this name in 2007, which covers a significant number of surface railway lines within the Greater London area. The book traces the history of these previously unrelated lines & demonstrates how they have been brought together, as well as examines other projects & how they relate to the London Overground network: High Speed Rail, Crossrail, etc. Illustrated with over 180 mono & colour photos & maps, each with a detailed caption, the books deals with the transformation of what in places was one of the capital ...

Map of Greater London's passenger rail network, with the tube lines in background grey & the mainline railway networks into & out of the city fore grounded in legend-coded colours. Due to the privatisation of the rail network in the 1990's, many new passenger & freight train operators now serve London. Current services are identified on the fold out map, as produced by London's Transport Museum, which is of particular benefit to businesses, professional planners & map enthusiasts. ...

Applying the winning formula of London's Best Pubs to focus on riverside watering holes, this book shows the best that the capital has to offer along the Thames & the Grand Union Canal. Extending from Walton-on-Thames to Thamesmead, the book features 100 pubs, giving a variety of venues for the perfect afternoon by the river. Divided by area & accompanied by photography showcasing both exteriors & interiors, the pubs described here will appeal to a broad range of visitors, both tourists & London residents alike. Every entry features an overview of the cask ales on offer, together with informative historical & architectural snapshots & details on the character of each pub. This title is suitable for: visitors to London who are looking for great riverside locations; & London residents who are looking for a break from their usual pub choices. ...

Following in the bestselling footsteps of the Strangest series, London is now available in a beautiful special gift format
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London's Underground by John Glover from Ian Allan Publishing, published regularly for over half a century & now in its fully updated & re-illustrated 11th edition, is widely regarded as one of the most comprehensive general histories of the network. The current edition, published in 2010, updates the previous 2003 version to take account of the more recent developments & challenges for the future. The book is vividly illustrated with photos of stations, rolling stock & important junctions, all accompanied by informative captions. ...

Victoria Embankment, known simply to Londoners as ' The Embankment' has been a feature of the metropolitan scene since 1889 when it was built concurrently with the District Railway. This book provides a history of the thoroughfare, its transport links & its bridges. There is also a chapter on various unrealised schemes for a Charing Cross road bridge. ...

” Amazing & Extraordinary Facts: London” is a unique collection of strange laws, heroic deeds, surprising revelations & other quirky stories that have shaped the unique history of Britain`s capital. London`s long history is an extraordinarily rich source of amazing facts, whether your interest is political, social, architectural or historical, you will find a variety of topics in this alternative guide to London. Brief, accessible & entertaining pieces on a wide variety of subjects makes it the perfect book to dip in to. The amazing & extraordinary facts series presents interesting, surprising & little-known facts & stories about a wide range of topics which are guaranteed to inform, absorb & entertain in equal measure. ...

During the week, London is the bustlingly centre of big business, with millions of people working all around the capital, but it`s at the weekend that the city really comes alive. With London, The Weekends Start Here, explore the unrivalled range of cultural, artistic, historical & outdoor experiences this dynamic capital has to offer, with plenty of time to achieve the unexpected before another Monday morning rolls round. Perfect for Londoners & visitors alike, discover 52 themed weekends, organised by season, with over 250 interesting & quirky entries for unusual & surprising attractions. Including all you need to know about location, transport & the best places to eat & drink. From Wild London in the spring to Nordic London in the winter & Tea Drinker`s London, Quiet London, Japanese London & more in between. Multicultural & historical, urban & wild, peaceful & vibrant
- there`s plenty to do in London to suit your mood & interests, as well as the time of year. Why not try...? Drinking in pubs once frequented by pirates & smugglers in Wapping Taking a Scandinavian sauna at the Finnish Church Eating grapes from a royal grape vine Spotting London`s Peregrine Falcons Finding literary treasures in the British Library Soaking up the sun on a Japanese Roof Garden Walking the route of a Victorian sewer, & Exploring the chalk downland valleys of south London Get inspired & enjoy all the fun, diverting & imaginative things to do in this great city, one weekend at a time.
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Cafe Life London is a celebration of London`s flourishing cafe scene. Whether you live in London or are visiting for the first time, this book will take you on a culinary adventure around 35 independent cafes in popular shopping streets & neighbourhoods you may never knew existed. Each story paints a picture of the cafe & what you can expect to find there, including the food & drink, the people & the atmosphere. The cafe owners tell their story too, offering first-hand insight into the passion & drive that makes their cafe such a special place to visit. Whether you`re looking for a contemporary cafe that serves excellent coffee or a local hangout that`s off the beaten track, you`ll find it in Cafe Life London. The cafes included range from old school `greasy spoons` enjoying a new lease of life to uber-trendy new venues in the shadow of the Olympic Stadium. ...