Belgravia...

The spouses got a walking tour of Belgravia today. It started off with a detailed history and tour of Seaford House. It's amazing what people will do with money....

And then out the front door for about an hours tour of the local area, including Belgrave Square. We were told of the early development and plans for the once marshy outback of London, and how the builders modeled and changed the area. I finally learned what the difference between a Grade I and a Grade II listed building are!! We toured the area and were shown a lovely Edwardian built church, complete with Arts and Craft Movement tiling.

Andrew, our guide, also pointed out two olde time pubs, the Waitrose where Charles and Camilla shop and Margaret Thatcher's home.  We also toured Belgrave Square, which consists of 4 acres of treed paths and a small manicured lawn.

#74 Maggie's home, complete with police protection

Afterward, Sophie ( the Canadian) and I headed to the Nag's Head pub (one of the recommended) for lunch. Had a fabulous Shepherd's pie and a half pint. The publican was a bit old and very confused on who we were, even though he had just met us all. Another glorious walking tour in London.