After a short break in Spain to recharge the batteries (and sample the local seafood), I’m back on home turf and gearing up for the final test of my new Hatton Garden tour: All That Glisters Is Not Gold.

It’s a walk through sparkle, scandal, and subterranean secrets; more on that soon.

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But while wandering through the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, I stumbled across a very tangible link to the City of London. Not a metaphorical one. A real, physical, historical connection tucked away in the heart of Galicia.

Want to know what it is?

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You’ll find the answer in my tour "Lanes, Lives and Liveries", a walk that weaves together medieval guilds, lost trades, and the kind of detail that makes history feel oddly personal. If you haven't the time available to walk the tour or you want a bit of a peak before doing so then head over to my Blog page where I recount the visit and the reasons why there's such a strong link.

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So, spring’s coming. The weather and tours are warming up. And London, as always, has more to say to the curious traveller.