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5 Historic Quirks to Spot in... Bloomsbury

5 Historic Quirks to Spot in... Bloomsbury

London's first tower block, a hidden statue, and an apologetic plaque.

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Words and pictures by Matt Brown.

Welcome to your Friday email in which we look at some of the historical curiosities in one part of town. Having ticked off Fitzrovia last week, we cross Tottenham Court Road into Bloomsbury.

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