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Kingston-upon-Thames

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Kingston upon Thames ...

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On the walk we see:
  • Clattern Bridge: built in 1293, one of the oldest bridges in the south of England
  • The Coronation Stone: seven Saxon Kings were crowned on this stone between 838 and 971.
  • Ancient Market Place: today's market is the same shape as the original of 1170
  • Market House: built 1838
  • All Saint's Church: In 10th century, the first Kings of England were anointed and crowned  in a predecessor of the present church – Kingston crowned Kings before Westminster Abbey was built.
  • Picton House: the property of Cesor Pictor, who was brought to England as a slave in 1761. He later became a wealthy coal merchant.

We introduce ourselves over coffee before beginning the walk.


Did you know?
Seven Saxon kings were crowned at
Kingston upon Thames.  The Coronation
Stone used in the ceremony is now outside
the Guildhall in Kingston.

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Did you know?
The Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames is the oldest borough in London.