London has more than 300 garden squares, for the exclusive use of individuals who live on those squares. Edwardes Square in the Borough of Kensington & Chelsea was laid out in 1820. Today we were invited inside. Open to the public as part of London Open Gardens 2021 Festival, we explored its wooded glades, rolling lawns, and serpentine paths.
Located at 49 Belgravia Square, the Argentine Ambassador's Residence, built around 1851, participated in this year's London's Open House Festival. In 1936 the historic building was acquired by the Argentine ambassador, along with its furniture and paintings. Today much of the house still looks like it did in 1936. It's an imposing almost-spooky house with big doors, big windows, and very high ceilings.
The Caledonian Club is a private club founded in 1891 as a meeting place for Scotsmen in London. Also participating in London's Open House Festival, we took a guided tour. The original club building in London was completely destroyed by a bomb in WW2 and the present club is now housed in a historic building in the upscale Belgravia neighborhood.
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| Bonnie Prince Charles |
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| Taking a wee nap |
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| Her Majesty the Queen |
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| Robert Burns |
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WW1 Memorial
Of the club's 600 members, 300 were killed in the war |
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| The Caledonian Club |
The Marble Arch Mound is London's newest free attraction. One walks up numerous metal steps to the summit for some interesting views. Under the Arch Mound is an art exhibit involving specialized glass and LED lights creating infinity spaces.
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| View from the Marble Arch Mound |
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