Carting Lane, WC2

This innocent looking, ornate lamp in Carting Lane close to the Savoy Hotel, was designed by JE Webb and was devised to work on methane gas produced by the sewage system.  This early eco pioneer designed the Patent Sewer Ventilating Lamp in 1895 and sold the design worldwide. The post is hollow to allow the gas to rise up to the elements. Little did the guests at the Savoy realise that their effluent was being used to illuminate the nearby alley. The lamp now runs on standard gas, which in itself sounds antiquated.

Rastaman driver, take these beautiful people to their destination

London Underground, Victoria Station.

“Service update, everyting irie, everyting cris. Enjoy life, take it easy. Chill out, kick back, no need let anybody cramp your style. Rastaman driver, take these beautiful people to their destination.”

Will Self, Scotland Yard Move

Will Self, Professor of Contemporary Thought at Brunel University, on Scotland Yard move - Click Here

Julie London

What an album cover !!

Artrepublic, Soho

Ghost Sign # 14

'Take Courage' ghost sign in Park Street, SE1 (Cheers Pat)

Maison Bertaux