Disappearing London

London, UK

After 80 years, Franks is closing down. This world-famous ladies lingerie shop in Golders Green will be no more. Revered for their personal service and attention to detail, Franks has assisted countless thousands of women to choose the right bra and other intimate garments.

So another institution will disappear from the London scene. No doubt a victim of commercial pressure from the chain stores at nearby Brent Cross, it's a pity that another independent retailer has to close its doors.

Gun Crime

Open House weekend didn't just include well known Central London buildings. My local police station at Golders Green also opened it's doors to the public today. Amongst the items on view where a couple of police horses (bless!), vehicles from the 70's and a stand where one could see hand guns that had been confiscated from criminals. Replicas were alongside the real thing. I couldn't tell the difference and I don't suppose many of you would either. Inside you could get your fingerprints done (one for the conspiracy theorists) and look over the cells. Also on view, where photographs borrowed from the transport section at New Scotland Yard. Here's one:

Who remembers the Jaguar "S" type?