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I hope you don't think you're quoting me here.St Paul's and Westminster used to allow photography for a fee.St. Paul's, Westminster Abbey, Holy Trinity Church atIn which ones could you not take photogaphs?
Stratford-Upon-Avon, and (unless I paid extra admission) Canterbury
Cathedral.
However, it does not surprise me if they don't allow photos at all
now. Nevertheless, two places in London (and over-rated at that)
hardly counts as all churches in the country!
Thanks for the explanation. On my next visit to London I'll just jump the line, refuse to pay, and start taking pictures. If they stop me I'll tell them you said it was ok.S-on-A: yes, they charge a fee (yes, you can take photos - read the
sign at the door about how to get a permit). Again, not unusual
given the huge number of tourists. It's certainly the only major
anglican parish church I know of that does so. Even places like St
Mary's, Warwick don't - and that's an important church plus the
Beauchamp Chapel is a major tourist attraction.
As to your rights - there is actually nothing they could do to stop
you taking pictures if you chose to do so by force. You aren't
breaking any laws. Indeed - they don't even really have a right to
charge an entrance fee to, what are, public places of worship.
--Joe HawblitzelAs for their excuse of "no photos because it's a religious
building" - laughable! More a case of them wanting you to buy
their postcards.
dd
Perhaps they worship euros?What does this mean, "to a very minor extent?" None of theIf you mean "cathedrals" (as opposed to churches) then that is true
to a very minor extent.
cathedrals I went in allowed photographs. They said it was because
it was a place of worship. Does that mean a cathedral is more a
place of worship than a church? They were, however, eager to sell
you pictures in the gift areas of the place of worship. At
Canterbury you could buy a "photographer's pass" which I guess,
makes it less of a place of worship.
If you want to buy any kind of electronics try tottenham court road
for good prices.
- there's loads of shops there and you can always bargain with them
Nicholas
It's the space between the underground (subway) platform and thewhat is the gap ?
car. In other words, watch your step getting on and off the train.
--
Joe Hawblitzel
And dont forget the rest of are fabulous country is only 5 hours in any direction check it all outLondon is a huge city, and not just that bit in the middle!!! The
street markets make fantastic subjects if people watching is your
thing, and of course the architecture is amazing. The light will
make a big difference to your pictures because when it's dull here
in March the light is so flat that you will struggle to make good
pictures. The sun was out this morning and the light was fantastic
for shooting buildings.
If you want something great (and different) to shoot, try one of
the huge Victorian cemetries - Highgate is the most famous, being
the burial place of Marx but Abney Park in Stoke Newington (six
miles from city centre) is a neo-gothic, overgrown gem.
I would echo the suggestion that you go to Canary Wharf if you like
modern architecture and great geometric shapes.
Be aware just how different London is from US cities and how
security aware we all are here (don't put bags down). I would argue
that London is actually a pretty safe city and trouble is easily
avoided by being sensible. For days out I would go for Cambridge
and the New Forest (Hampshire) for variety and a great range of
subject matter.
London is a fabulous city, and I feel very privileged to live here.
Neil.
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http://www.dg28.com
I agree, although it might not appear so from my comments above. The people of London are the friendliest, most helpful I've met in Europe. My two visits to the U.K. were a great pleasure!--Joe HawblitzelLondon is a fabulous city, and I feel very privileged to live here.
Good for you.Thanks for the explanation. On my next visit to London I'll just
jump the line, refuse to pay, and start taking pictures. If they
stop me I'll tell them you said it was ok.
