covent garden

5 facts we bet you didn't know about London

1. Covent Garden was once a well-known red-light district

After the original fruit, veg and flower market closed down the area plunged into disrepute during the 18th century, attracting notable prostitutes such as Betty Careless and Jane Douglas   

2. You (yes you!) can be buried at Westminster Abbey despite its cemetery being full

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