London Street Names and Where They Come From

Think you know British history, like a challenge? Check this out: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0H8DFJKHG London Street Names and Where They Come From Ever wondered how London's streets got their strange names? From Crutched Friars to Cheapside, Petty France to Pickle Herring Street, every name hides a story of history, trade, myth or mystery, if you know where to look. In this video we wander the old streets of London and uncover the surprising, forgotten and sometimes dark origins behind the city's most curious street names. Discover why Cheapside was never cheap, what really happened on Pudding Lane, and how medieval markets, lost rivers and old trades left their mark on the map we still use today. Brought to life through atmospheric miniature dioramas, this is London history as you've never seen it, tiny worlds telling true stories. If you love London history, hidden history, folklore and the stories behind the places we take for granted, subscribe to The Diorama Diaries for a new journey into the past every week. 🏮 Subscribe: @thedioramadiaries