We travel to places of interest in London, usually by train and tube. Tickets usually cover the cost of entry and a guide, if applicable; so transport and refreshments are extra.
We are planning a full programme for next year. So far the suggestions are:
London Guildhall, Battersea Dogs and Cats Home, The Poppy Factory, Hindu Temple in Neasden, Museum of the home, Royal Albert Hall, Watches and Clocks at the Science Museum, The Supreme Court, Churchill War Rooms, Angels Costumes, Soane Museum, Pitzhangar Manor, Foundling Museum, Sky Garden, Abbey Mills Pumping Station, Francis Crick Institute, Royal Academy of Music. Linley Seabourne House, Fulham Palace, St Pancras old church, Gunnersbury Park, Clivedon, Cookham, Polesdon Lacey House and Gardens.
We welcome ideas for other places to visit. If you would like to be kept informed of visits, please contact Elaine F or Tony K on 01462 735642; london_places@lalg.org.uk
In February 28 LALG members visited Angels Costumes in Hendon. This was the fastest selling trip in London Places history! It was a brilliant trip and much appreciated. So much so that we are running another one on 28 May.
For over 180 years Angel’s Costumes has been supplying costumes and accessories for TV, film and theatre. We went 'Behind the Seams' at the world’s largest costume house on a private tour organised for LALG.
After a very successful visit to the Poppy factory in January I can confirm dates for our next few trips. Booking will open 6-8 weeks before each trip and will be advertised in the newsletter and regular LALG emails. Please do not try to book until the date given.
Tuesday 25 February – trip to Angels Costumes. This trip sold out in 3 hours! I have booked another visit on 28 May.
On 28th August a group set off to visit the Speakers House. Unfortunately as we were travelling there was an IT security glitch at the Palace of Westminster so our visit was cancelled. During refreshments in the basement cafe at Methodist Central Hall we planned what to do next. The cafe there is a little gem, well priced and presented, welcoming staff and toilets. Recomended if you are in the Westminster area.
