London is full of secret gems and fascinating places you won’t even know exist. Who knew there were abandoned Post Office railway stations, an actual platform 9 3/4 or a pickled specimen collection? If you feel like discovering one secret after another all over London, then look no further than the following fantastic places to enjoy.
The Lost River Fleet
An underworld Victorian brickwork cave, the Lost River Fleet is a part of London’s history which has been there even before London came into existence.
Considered as one of the largest mysteriously lost subterranean rivers, the River Fleet is one of the must-visit places for those with a penchant for conundrums.
Location: River Fleet flows from Hampstead to the Thames at Blackfriars Bridge
Abandoned London Post Office Railway
Designed solely for transporting large volumes of mail across the city, this railway network carried no passengers and its trains had no drivers or guards.
For those with a soft spot for trains and old-world charm, this place will not disappoint you, as much of the rail equipment is still in working order.
Address: Royal Mail Paddington Sorting Office, 128-142 Praed Street, London WC2R 0HS
Nearest tube station: Paddington
The Viktor Wynd Museum of Curiosities, Fine Art & Natural History
Situated between Vyner Street and the Andrews Road gallery enclave, this Mare Street curiosity shop is both a museum and a bar. The museum has quirky collections like hairballs, two-headed lambs, Fijian mermaids and other curious artefacts. This all makes it worth a visit, whether it’s Halloween or not!
Address: 11 Mare Street, London E8 4RP
Tel: 0207 998 3617
Website: theviktorwyndmuseum.org/
Nearest train station: Cambridge Heath
Leake Street Graffiti Tunnel
Popularly known as Leak Street, this is an authorised graffiti area. It has art on the tunnel walls filled with colours, political expression, humour and unique designs.
Take a tour of this artistically designed tunnel. You will appreciate those who have worked to turn this dingy walkway into a myriad of expressions.
Address: Leake Street, London SE1 7NN
Nearest tube station: Waterloo
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