F. Krugier

Great shortcut to get from one side of the river between Teddington to Kingston, rather go all the way down to the main bridge and then cross. If you come during sunrise in summer it's a beautiful view of the lock. Even though you don't get close to the lock you can still see it from a distance.

Further down the river, you'll find the port house that regulates the incoming boat traffice.

I never knew that they had a police memorial until I walked past it.

Respect to all policemen and the work they do.

It's a new(ish) boutique hotel with an eccentric design with a touch of luxury in Mayfair. It is a members club and a hotel that offers a limited range of suits. It's discreet and if you were not sure where to look for it, I'm sure you would just walk past it.

Had some friends visiting and I met up with them at the hotel restaurant for some catch-up before going out for dinner.
I was surprised by how relaxing the restaurant was and that you didn't feel "out of place" despite that you were in Mayfair, but also I was surprised by how busy it was. You kinda expect a 5-star service from The Twenth Two, and the staff provided just that. The staff was professional who was attentive and offered suggestions since I was decisive of what I wanted, and I'm glad they offered their suggestions as I ended up with sparkling, non-alcoholic white wine. The menu offered a wide range of food but we were going for dinner, we only had some light snacks to eat.
The non-alcoholic wine was decent but was not my cup of tea.

Came up with my friends while they freshen up before going out and I had time to look at the room. It's definitely not a normal hotel as each room was in different from the other, different sizes but also the design and interior was a good mismatch.

Everything was perfect but since I didn't stay at the hotel, I don't believe I can give it a high score overall as I was not staying in the hotel.I

When we found out that the secret activity was to see the library everybody got excited. We came a bit earlier than excepted and we thought we would be able to adjust the time when we came, however, we got a strict reply that we need to wait. The wait was not that long, and in matter of minutes it was hour turn. To get up to the library, you have to go up the stairs that does in circular formation. At one point I felt dizzy and it was a long way (ps. There is an elevator that goes up to the library)

Our guide was you gr in his early 20ish and he was brilliant he interacted with the group, but then again we were only 7 people so not your normal group.

It was great to see the library and it gives me the Harry Potter vibe as the room is semi dark, and you are surrendered by ancient books. The room only light was the electric light rather then natural daylight. The library reminds me of the beauty and the beast movie, the part Bella was shown the castle library .

You were not allowed to touch, you were not allowed to take a pic with a flash, and along with us came 2 ladies acted like Marshall. They would tell you off if you deviated from the set of rules etc. And would raise their voice borderline screaming no you cabt do that.
It was a pleasure to get the opportunity to see the library, the "ladies" put a damper on the excitement; perhaps killed it.

After the library, we went further up to the astronomy tower, more steps, one steeper than the other and up we go. Before arriving to the top, you passes two chambers each with their function, before continuing to the top.
When you finally arrive at the final chamber the top floor, regardless where you stood you would get a 360 view of the city.

Heights is not something I particularly like, so if your like me enjoying the view might be a challenge or takes time to enjoy.