Built as a Huguenot chapel in 1763, the building has been in continuous use as a synagogue since 1860 and retains many original features including the gallery. Oldest remaining Ashkenazi synagogue in London and third oldest in the country.

Unknown, 1763

Join your tour guide for a tour of Hawksmoor’s finest church, Christ Church, Spitalfields, where we’ll unlock the history of this fascinating area and building, as well as learning a new skill; how to ‘read’ a church. Covering the controversial myth about Hawksmoor and the occult, the tour will explain the social context of the construction of this church and its architectural importance.

Nicholas Hawksmoor, 1729

Coopers' Hall is a late 17th century, timber-framed merchant's house with a Georgian frontage. A Livery Hall since 1957, it features a fine Courtoom, dining room and an impressive staircase spiralling up the entire height of the building.

Nicholas Barbon, 1690

Built originally as a pub (the Queen’s Head) circa 1825, at the time of parliament’s ‘road improvement scheme’, CDA’s 2016/17 renovations and extension of the building included restoration of the exterior brickwork, tiling and windows.

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A concept by Hyatt, Andaz London exuberates history since the 1200's veiled by the new-age decor and a buzzing London neighborhood. Step in and explore, as Ryan takes you around for an open house!

Edward Middleton Barry, Charles Barry, Jr., 1884

RIBA award-winning building. Part listed frontage with purpose built archive and exhibition building added to the rear in 2002. The building now houses the University's Special Collections & Archives

Wright & Wright Architects, 2002

Walking tour: Sisters in the City A walking tour celebrating the lives of women who’ve made their mark on the City of London over the centuries, from Boudicca to the Suffragettes

Huguenots had a huge impact on London’s culture, commerce and industry from the 17th century onwards. But how much do we really know about them? During this walk we will discover and explore the history of Spitalfields.

The Gilbert & George Centre was originally established as a registered charity by the artist in 2009 with the objective to advance the education of the public in the arts, and generally to advance the arts, architecture, heritage and culture for the benefit of the public.

SIRS Architects, 2022

For hundreds of years, Spitalfields has been a place where those seeking safety, work, and community have settled. They all leave their mark in streets buildings in an area rich in history and architectural interest.

The route of a tiny hidden stream offers the opportunity for a walk through 2000 years of London’s development. Walk from Shoreditch to the Thames, taking in landmarks & buildings that span the history of The City.

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