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Historic London: Spitalfields and Brick Lane from Weavers to Wine Bars

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🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 12 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.

📍 Starting Point: Whitechapel Gallery, 77-82 Whitechapel High St, London E1 7PT, UK

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🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English

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Places you will visit

12

It will take you

109-139 mins

You will walk

4070 steps

Total distance

3.1 km

Route you will explore

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Starting point Whitechapel Gallery
77-82 Whitechapel High St, London E1 7PT, UK
Finish point The Golden Heart
110 Commercial St, London E1 6LZ, UK

About this quest

This is a creative trail by an imagined textile designer that follows some of the rich history of Spitalfields and Brick Lane. 

Be guided through the fascinating legacy that has been left by the different communities who have made this exciting area their home and enjoy a taste of the huge amount that's on offer for present day visitors in terms of great food, fashion, art and culture.

Highlights

  • Explore Brick Lane packed with great food and fashion

  • Visit a stunning Hawksmoor Church

  • Browse the stalls of Spitalfields Market

  • Admire the grand houses of the Huguenot silk weavers

  • Learn the tragic tale of Dirty Dicks!

  • Experience London's liveliest Street Art scene

  • Finish at a British pub that was once at the heart of the Britart scene

The mission: Your story in London

In this quest you are a textile designer struggling to find some good ideas for a brand new collection. 

Where better to hunt for inspiration than in a part of London with a rich history of change and creativity. This fascinating area being heavily influenced by all the different communities that have made their home here. 

Explore the varied streets of Spitalfields, from silk weavers' houses to street art, solve the challenges and discover if this heady mix of old and new can help to inspire you!

Tips & Recommendations

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You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.

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You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.

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Megan Ellis

14 Feb 2026
Very nice easy clues and fun games.

JaneyT

27 Jul 2025

Jessica-Ann Jenner

02 Oct 2023
Clear instructions, a quirky route through some interesting spots.

sassytooo

06 Aug 2023

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09 Jun 2023

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