Articles related to "London Covent Garden"

Covent Garden was a fruit and vegetable market for over 200 years. Today it is famous for restaurants, theatres, a fabulous indoor market, and the Royal Opera House.

Aristocracy and commerce collided to make an urban playground out of a peaceful pasture in the 17th century, but the market was there first, in Saxon London.

Take an Underground train to Covent Garden. Ask an employee at the exit for a map of Covent Garden. (It's free) and make your way to the historic Seven Dials area.

There is a rich history of three centuries of theater on this site in the heart of London.

This historic London theatre offers more than just performances. Tours, exhibits, workshops and free concerts will keep the whole family entertained.

London songwriter-performer Terry St. Clair destroys the stereotype of a street musician by releasing four CDs, putting two daughters through college.

Gifts, gingerbread and gluhwein; just some of the treats on offer for those looking to tackle their Christmas shopping off London's busy highstreets this year.

One of the world's great opera stars and inspirations, the Italian tenor Di Stefano passed away on Monday, March 3 from injuries received 4 years ago in Kenya.

Learn about London's transport. Go behind the scenes, ride miniature and full-size vehicles, see model layouts and enjoy creative workshops at the LTM Open Weekend.

Stephen Jones explores the creation of hats, the history of their construction and the materials used. Who should wear hats? Where, when, how and why should they be worn?