Despite living in the London boondocks of Wandsworth, I have noticed this far-flung suburb has its fair share of urban curiosities.
- The Royal Victoria Patriotic Hall is literally right next door to my apartment building. This Victorian monstrosity has existed as a orphanage, a hospital and German spy detention center. Lauren tells me there are tunnels linking the basement to the nearby Wandsworth Prison. Oh, and the building is haunted.
- As mentioned in an earlier post, I'm within a 7 minute walking trip to the UK's largest prison, the Wandsworth Prison. All but hidden from view by busy Trinity Road, this 160 year brick complex has held it's fare share of celebrity ne'er doers over the years.
- One of the rail lines that hem in my neighborhood was the site of an unfortunate train crash in the 80's. A humble memorial is dedicated to the 35 victims of the Clapham Junction Rail Crash and is located next to the sidewalk I stroll by every time I go to Clapham Junction.
- Clapham Junction Railway Station is one of the busiest train stations in Europe. A 15 minute walk will take you to the station and anther 10 minute overground train journey will take you over the river to Victoria Station - my favorite London train station.
- There's a 100+ year old fire station down Trinity Road.
- Chez Bruce, London's "favorite" restaurant, is on the other side of the common from where I am. Lauren and I might pop in tonight and drain our bank accounts.
Thats all for now folks. As I continue to uncover hot spots I'll be sure to post em up.
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