A charity for the preservation of public parks and gardens in London. It facilitated the creation of new public open spaces. First chairman was the Earl of Meath. In about 1890 the MPGA was based a...
Group, Community / Clubs, Gardens / Agriculture, Philanthropy
Responsible for managing London's infrastructure, such as roads, sewage, etc. Â Replaced by the London County Council.
Bank. Founded as the John and Francis Baring Company. Despite surviving the Great Depression and two world wars, it was brought down due to unauthorized trading by its head derivatives trader Nick ...
From the RIBA website: "RIBA Awards are given for buildings that have high architectural standards and make a substantial contribution to the local environment. The awards are annual, and have been...
Formed to protect, preserve and improve buildings, transport, roads and open spaces in Finchley and Friern Barnet and their environs, and to explore the history and the special features of the area...
In 1740 this French Hugeonot church moved into the building in Hanbury Street, with a patent granted by King James II.
About 1750 this French Hugeonot church joined La Patente church in Hanbury Street.
Occupied the building until sometime between 1818 and 1828. See German Lutheran church in London for an overview.
Owned the building from 1858 until 1887. During this time works were carried out under the architect C. McJ (or McI) North.
Works with local people to develop parks and gardens so they can relax, kick a ball, grow plants or just hang out.
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