STRAND
The Strand derives from 'beach' in Norse. And, until Joseph Bazalgette built The Embankment, the Thames did run alongside The Strand. Now it’s around 200 metres from the river. There’s much to see so here I’ve just picked out a few highlights and been sparing with the text, leaving those interested enough to Google further. And there’s a map. It’s possible you might arrive at Embankment Tube. If so check out the “mind the gap” announcement on the northbound Northern Line platform - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QExoX4ls9OM The announcement, recorded over 40 years ago by actor Oswald Laurence, was replaced when a new digital system was introduced in 2012. Laurence died in 2007. But Transport for London reverted to the original announcement the following year when they discovered Laurence’s widow regularly passed through the station and listened to his voice. ...