City of words: further adventures
London guide: Eleanor Jackson. First meeting point at Green Park tube station, street level, Piccadilly South side.
London guide: Eleanor Jackson.
Course Code: HLW104
Duration: 7 sessions (over 7 weeks)
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What is the course about?
London's literary heritage.
What will we cover?
This course is follows on from HLW99 City of words: London's literary landscape. However, it covers new areas of
London. Both continuing and new students are welcome.
Areas covered are:
Piccadilly & St James
The City - East
Kensington
Holborn & Lincolns Inn
Westminster
Mayfair
East End.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
Identify key London literary figures and the buildings/areas associated with them .
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
An interest in London and literature. An ability to walk for 2 hours at a gentle pace.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
By guided walks.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
No. Comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for London's variable weather.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
HLW214 City of words- the 'trequel'.
