1987 - a famous face behind the counter of an East End pub - the Queen’s Head. Apparently the Queen Mum was offered a glass of Champagne but decided to pull and drink a pint of Bitter instead. She then bought 10 fags and disappeared into the betting shop next door! - (allegedly)

Read about the life of multi talented, Canning Town born Marty Feldman - even I was unaware of just how much comedy this genius had written - including the famous ‘Four Yorkshiremen’ sketch… #eastend the-east-end.co.uk/marty-feldman/

It is a popular misconception that the Victorians were staid and formal - particularly when photos were taken - As can be seen here, the gent on the right proves otherwise (and is a kindred spirit)... the-east-end.co.uk #eastend #victorians

I thought the sound was particularly bad on my last short video - I’ve done another and hopefully this one will be clearer - let me know what you think…

A moody shot up Chigwell Hill, E1 towards St George in the East Church… to read a selection of tales of the people and places of the old East End visit the-east-end.co.uk #eastend #History

For some reason, Ripper couldn’t get the chorus of Cornershop’s 🎶 ‘Brimful of Asha’ 🎶out of his head…

Have a great evening, folks - stay strong…

#eastend #history #humour

The East End was heavily bombed in the Blitz (note the Tower of London in the background). From 7th September 1940, the Luftwaffe bombed London for 56 consecutive days - and some 25,000 bombs fell on the Port of London alone... the-east-end.co.uk #history #Eastend #WWII

Thank you Joy - I’m still trying to get to grips with this site…

So glad to see this gentleman here ... for anyone interested in London's East End and its history, this is the account to follow ❤️❤️

Morning!

Ok - let’s try this - and welcome to those who are already following me…

So many have asked me to be here - I’ll try it for a while…