Also the Queens back garden, these beautiful grounds are great for a Sunday stroll to see the pelicans or to feed the squirrels. Duck Island Cottage is worth a look too, a idyllic little cottage situated in the grounds which was specially built as the bird keepers home.

One of the main sources of inspiration for my work are unusual objects, vintage toys and tools. A great place to find them is this genuine car boot sale, which is clear of 'bargain' toilet paper and questionable cosmetics. Another plus are the comparatively sociable opening hours. (it starts at noon… )

Quick, easy, cheap thai food. It's fairly new to me, but easily makes this list.

best family run sushi i can find in London.  Not flashy but that not the point.  Its a small honest run place.  Its great.

Where 1984 of George Orwell got its inspiration from, the craziness of a real ministry of propaganda.