The Incredible History of 8 London Streets

‘The Secrets Of London’s Oldest Streets’

In this video History Hit presenter Alice Loxton takes us on a tour of some of London’s oldest and most fascinating history.

From the grisly association between Whitechapel and Jack The Ripper, to the surprising origins of Piccadilly Circus, Alice tells some of London’s most interesting stories stretching back to its foundation by the Romans.

Tower Hill, Cornhill, Great Marlborough Street, Trafalgar Square, Tooley Street and Whitehall all feature in this tour.

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[shaunsteele]

I've been visiting London almost every year since 2002... there's always something new to see every time

[AndreasViklundOfficial]

History told with true enthusiasm is always a joy to watch! Thanks for letting this random nobody in northern Sweden learn a bit more about the history of London...

[jpete]

I absolutely love learning about the history of London.

[steverennie]

How about a video showcasing the OLDEST streets from London's, including any that might still be around from Roman times. That would also be very interesting to me.

[srice]

I really do hope that she does more of these types of videos. It’s so interesting to learn about some of the history and quirky things of history also

[edwarddavidson]

More Alice was just what I needed today. A+

[sureshot]

4:07 If anyone ever doubts the amazing courage of Shackleton and his crew, they only need to look at the ship he explored the poles in.

[Andrew.W]

Great video, good to see Alice's enthusiasm which is almost bubbling over at times! And she looks lovely in that summer dress as well!!

[williamrobinson]

Alice is a STAR! These bite size history films are great. This whistle stop tour is well worth a revisit and gives plenty of scope for those of us who wish to go deeper into the excellently chosen topics. Nice one Alice! 🌟👍

[scottoreilly]

I absolutely love English history. I'm so glad you do these programmes in a fun and interesting way that engages a younger audience. London is such an interesting place, so bravo for your efforts to tell the world what a great country we live in.

[musicloverlondon]

1:33 "Cute couple alert". 😄
Didn't know the Sally-Anns started at the Blind Beggar pub. Very interesting video!

[stephenlane]

This was great. I enjoyed this. Nice work Alice 👌👏

[beachcomberbloke]

Wow!!I learned more about Historic London in under 10 minutes than i ever did with my history teacher .Alice Loxton, s enthusiasm and vibrancy really bring history alive.❤

[thylacinenv]

I new this would be good, it's the way Alice at the beginning luxuriated in her pronunciation of "grisly", more Alice please!

[danielanimal]

Hooray for Alice Loxton! Star of History Hit and headed for the BBC.

[melvincain]

Woah! Woah! Woah! Slow down. Editing much too fast, I couldn't take it all in. Brain overload. But as ever very interesting. Alice again so engaging.

[dianalynnelizabeth]

I love Alice Loxton’s presentation style! Give us more docs with her in them! ♥️

[distantbabble]

Alice Loxton needs to be tagged in these so I can find more of her videos, she's hilarious and charming!

[pamelajohnson]

Very interesting, thank you, makes me want to visit again.

[hiramabiff]

Take a walk down Bow Lane just off Cheapside, and that gorgeous looking old lane/ally will not only take you back in time it will have you stumbling across a " hidden gem " of a butchers shop that has been on the same spot for over 100yrs. Unlike most English butcher shops who did not adapt to changes in trade this one offers a lovely hearty cooked breakfast with hand made sausages etc. You will have to que up for food, but well worth a look if your passing.