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This is one of my favourite London events and a fantastic chance to see inside buildings that aren't usually open to the public.


http://www.openhouselondon.org.uk/


What's anyone planning to see?


I can't see another thread on this already so apologies if I'm duplicating.

hpsaucey Wrote:

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> God - I have the same problem. I get overwhelmed

> by the number of places to see .. and so end up

> seeing none of them.

>

> HP



yep, so we tried to go and see some of the "big" ones (Gerkin, Cheesegrater, Lloyds building) but were way to late, queues were over 1.5 long. But it was still a nice wander, went to Mary-le-bow, where the vicar gave an interesting short talk, then walked along the Thames path - not something we had done for a long time - it seems to have improved.

Next year: have subscribed to the newsletter and hope to be better organised (and get there earlier:)


What did others go & see?

m

Yes, I was also overwhelmed by all the options and thought it would be easier to access the smaller venue options. I did the Crystal Palace Subway, which was very interesting and informative. I am surprised that it continues to be boarded up; I could imagine the space being used to hold events and cultural activities. However, the tour was a bit underwhelming for me because I had expected to have access to a real subway system, a bit like spelunking or something, which the tour was not. However, the building exhibits beautiful examples of brick and stone craftsmanship and I am glad that I was afforded a chance to see it.

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