Discover the secret sanctuary nestled in the heart of central London — Saint Dunstan in the East, a hidden gem with a history spanning over 900 years. The medieval-style church, initially built in 1100, witnessed rebuilding after the...

St. Paul's Cathedral in London was built in the wake of the great fire and was designed by a member of the Royal Society. It demonstrates the scientific values of the Early Englightenment.

Samuel Pepys gives his personal experience of the initial outbreak of the fire

How the fire spread and what it looked like at its height

Samuel Peyps reports where and how the great fire started.

Samuel Pepys explains how high winds drive the fire into the city

Samuel Pepys explains how the fire got out of control and the failed attempts at fighting it

Learn about the great fire of London. English listening practice for upper-intermediate level students.

On September 2, 1666, 80% of medieval London burned to the ground in the largest fire in the city's history. The fire raged for more than three days, consuming huge swaths of the city, but the Great Fire of London story often leaves...

A brief overview of a timeline, it's uses and how to make one.