Exploring the changing landscape of Kings Cross with society member Paul Wright. This walking tour will look at the history of a fascinating part of London. From the dust heaps and fever hospitals of Georgian London through the heyday of the Victorian railway and goods years and ending with a look at the new architecture of what has become one of the most fashionable and sought after parts of the capital. The tour will include a short visit to an exhibition on Coal Drops Yard at the Kings Cross Visitor Centre.

We will assemble outside the main entrance to the station on Euston Road at 10.15. Please register for a place on Eventbrite, a request for a donation of £5 for the Blackheath Society will be made on joining the walk.

Travel tip; from London Bridge there is now a frequent train service to Kings Cross from platform 4 or 5.

This walk had to be postponed several times, but finally at the end of lock down at the beginning of December the walk was able to go ahead with some of those that had booked previously. It was well worth the wait. We all learnt so much about the area and had a jolly afternoon. King’s Cross was preparing for Christmas with markets, lights and special student designed decorations which added to our enjoyment.