It was a couple of long cruising days from Watford (Harry Potter studio) to our pre-booked mooring in Paddington Basin in the middle of London. After hearing stories for years about how difficult it was to moor in London, having this location to be certain of was fantastic. It was safe and reasonably quiet at night, and was sooo much cheaper than hotels and restaurants! The tube station was a short walk away, a grocery store right at the mooring, and many other advantages.

 

 

 

We had a long list of ‘must-see’ things, enough to fill our time there. We also managed to add in a great visit with family living near London, a real bonus. A day in Camden Market with Mark and Jill, and a trip to Buckingham Palace with Heath, Steph, and Neve were lovely.

Westminster Abbey is always an amazing visit, although it would be better if there was more information available about the building and it’s history rather than just the dead people in there. Of which there are many.

St. Paul’s Cathedral was another highlight, including the long (loooong) climb up to the bells and a panoramic view of the city.

St. Dunstan in the East Church Garden. A lovely, tranquil escape in the heart of the City of London. Originally built in about 1100, it has been damaged and rebuilt several times (including during the Great Fire in 1666) and finally was damaged by a bomb during the Blitz and not rebuilt.

We made so many great memories in an iconic city. Loved it!

 

The boys were able to add their own ‘tags’ to a tunnel under Waterloo Station