If you've lived in North London then you probably know all about The Faltering Fullback and their legendary multi-level beer garden

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

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Eccentric and surprising house and museum of architect Sir John Soane. Mostly unchanged since his death over 180 years ago, it is full of atmosphere. Also have spotlit, late night openings.  

Home to all the toys you'd probably forgotten about.