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Why Is Downing Street Painted Black?

And 364 Other Fun London Facts

Jonnie Fielding
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Pages
384
Year
2025
Language
English

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Have you ever tried to find a street named Bond Street? (Spoiler: you won't!)

Did you know you can't dine for 13 at the Savoy? At least not without a cat joining you...

And have you ever heard about the bus that jumped Tower Bridge?

Have you ever tried to find a street named Bond Street? (Spoiler: you won't!)

Did you know you can't dine for 13 at the Savoy? At least not without a cat joining you...

And have you ever heard about the bus that jumped Tower Bridge?

As a walking tour guide for 15 years, Jonnie Fielding has made it his mission to uncover all there is to know about London, from forgotten facts to the history hiding in plain sight.

Packed full of pub-quiz trivia and bespoke illustrations, Why Is Downing Street Painted Black? includes 365 of his favourite quirks, anomalies and eccentricities from all over town.

So whether you live in London, would love to live in London or just love a great fun fact, Jonnie's guaranteed to reignite your fascination with this weird and wonderful city.

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