Rock group. Originally formed as the 'North London Invaders'. They changed their name when Graham (Suggs) McPherson took over the lead vocals. Their chart successes include 'Our House', 'House of Fun' and 'Baggy Trousers'. The group has disbanded and reformed several times.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
First performed at the Blitz Club on 5 December 1979.Wikipedia informs: "'Spandau Ballet' was slang used by Allied troops in the trenches in the First World War referring to the twitching of the co...
Actor, dancer and singer. Born in Bromley as Valentine Ruth Henshall. She has appeared in many west end productions, including 'Cats', 'Chicago' and 'Les Miserables'. Nominated five times for an Ol...
The only carillon in London. Dictionary definition of 'Carillon': a set of bells usually hung in a tower and played either from a set of keys and pedals or mechanically.
A pleasure garden and one of the leading venues for public entertainment in Georgian London for over 60 years. Originally known as New Spring Gardens, the site is believed to have opened before th...
Edward Charles Sackville-West, 5th Baron Sackville was a music critic, novelist and, in his last 3 years, a member of the House of Lords. Born at Cadogan Gardens, son of Major-General Charles John...
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