111. The Curious History of London's Monopoly Streets

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Sat, 27 June

111. The Curious History of London’s Monopoly Streets

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Nicholas Boys Smith

Simon Jenkins

What stories are hidden behind those familiar Monopoly squares? Join Nicholas Boys Smith and Simon Jenkins on a lively journey through London’s most iconic streets, from the ancient route of Old Kent Road to the bustling legacy of Fleet Street. These aren’t just names on a board, they’re the stage for centuries of drama; from riots and revolutions to ambition, romance and reinvention. Through unexpected connections and rich storytelling, discover how these streets reveal a city of extremes: wealth and poverty, power and protest, past and present colliding at every corner. Full of character and surprising detail, this talk will change the way you see London… and ensure you never look at a Monopoly board the same way again!