Old Moore – Astrologer And Mystic
Old Moore’s Almanack is an astrological Almanack that has been published in Britain since 1697 and is still in production today. It was first written by Dr Francis Moore, who…
The Man who conquered the Matterhorn – Edward Whymper
Kennington born Edward Whymper was a famed mountaineer who climbed many of the world's most treacherous summits. He was the first to ascend several of the highest peaks in the…
The killer of flies and a right miserable git
This is the story of Joseph Capper, the 18th-century eccentric, who made a Kennington Pub his home for 25 years. Such was his notoriety that his life story is recorded…
Princess Diana Dragged to the RVT by Freddie Mercury & Kenny Everitt
It's a story of folklore and legend that's been the subject of TV drama, a musical and numerous newspaper articles; yet some still cast doubt on whether it actually happened…
The Cultural Icon that is Don Letts
Don Letts has played a significant role in the cultural landscape of Britain. A cultural Icon himself, renowned filmmaker, Radio presented, DJ, Musician, Music Manager, Author and Gardener. Born in…
Bob Marley’s Exodus to Kennington
Following an assassination attempt at his home in 1976, Bob Marley left Jamaica and eventually arrived in London. It was whilst he was here that he would record what Time…
Say Hello, Wave goodbye to Soft Cell’s Dave Ball
The legendary keyboard player of Soft Cell and The Grid, Dave Ball is a regular around these parts. 2021 has seen Dave release an autobiography; tour again with Marc Almond…
The Dexy’s Are In Kennington Come On Eileen
Dexy's Midnight Runners 1982 No 1 Record, Come on Eileen will always be associated with Kennington, due to the accompanying video. The video was directed by Julien Temple and filmed here in…
Look around Florence Welch’s fabulous pad
Florence Welch has lived in South London her whole life and she has firmly set her roots here in Kennington. Just a short 10-minute hop to her mother's home in…
The Last Two Rock Concerts To Be Held At The Oval
In a recent article, I told the story of when The Oval became the venue for the Goodbye Summer rock festival that featured The Who, Rod Stewart & The Faces…