Blenheim Lodge

Blenheim Lodge A charming B&B in London with gracious hosts and the friendliest cats in the world. Since then our feet haven't really touched the ground!

Blenheim Lodge has hosted students studying English in London for the last 10 years. In September 2010 we decided to put our experience of hosting to good use by running Blenheim Lodge as a Bed & Breakfast and joined the Airbnb network. We know London inside out from the tourists perspective and have helped countless visitors enjoy their stay in the big beautiful city that is London.

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16/01/2025

In 1930, an unusual scene unfolded in Los Angeles when a police officer stopped an ostrich-drawn carriage for allegedly crossing the speed limit. The sight of the large, flightless birds trotting down the road, pulling a carriage, would have been a curious one for passersby, especially in an era when motor vehicles were beginning to dominate the streets. This bizarre event highlights the eccentric spirit of the time, where some individuals indulged in eccentric modes of transportation that defied convention.

Ostrich carriages were a quirky and somewhat rare attraction in certain parts of the world, including Los Angeles. Known for their speed and agility, ostriches were sometimes harnessed to pull carriages, offering a unique and amusing way to get around. The idea of using such large birds for transportation was part of a broader fascination with novelty and spectacle, which often captured the public's attention during the early 20th century.

The incident of the ostrich carriage being pulled over for speeding may have seemed absurd, but it reflects a time when rules of the road were still being established and when even the most bizarre contraptions could capture the public’s imagination. The image of the police officer, standing beside the ostrich-powered vehicle, continues to serve as a reminder of a bygone era, when innovation and whimsy often collided in unexpected ways on the streets of Los Angeles.

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πŸ“’ Did you know that a tablespoon of 🍯 honey is enough to keep a person alive for 24 hours?
πŸ“’ Did you know that one of the world's first coins featured the symbol of a bee?
πŸ“’ Did you know that honey contains living enzymes?
πŸ“’ Did you know that when it comes into contact with a metal spoon, these enzymes die?
β–ͺ️ The best way to eat honey is with a wooden spoon; if you can't find one, use a plastic spoon.
πŸ“’ Did you know that honey contains a substance that helps the brain function better?
πŸ“’ Did you know that honey is one of the few foods on Earth that can sustain human life on its own?
πŸ“’ Did you know that bees saved people from starvation in Africa?
πŸ“’ Did you know that propolis, produced by bees, is one of the most powerful natural antibiotics?
πŸ“’ Did you know that honey has no expiration date?
πŸ“’ Did you know that the bodies of the world's greatest emperors were buried in golden coffins and then covered with honey to prevent decomposition?
πŸ“’ Did you know that the term "honeymoon" comes from the tradition of newlyweds consuming honey to boost fertility after marriage?
πŸ“’ Did you know that a bee lives less than 40 days, visits at least 1,000 flowers, and produces less than a teaspoon of honey, but for the bee, it is the work of an entire lifetime?
Thank you, precious bees..! πŸπŸ’•
Credits: Curiosity

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Haringey, LondonU
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http://www.airbnb.com/rooms/36657

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Blenheim Lodge has hosted students studying English in London for the last 10 years. In September 2010 we decided to put our experience of hosting to good use by running Blenheim Lodge as a Bed & Breakfast and joined the Airbnb network. Since then our feet haven't really touched the ground! We know London inside out from the tourists perspective and have helped countless visitors enjoy their stay in the big beautiful city that is London. We only have two guest rooms and all of our bookings are arranged through Airbnb. To find out more please go to the Airbnb site and search for East Finchley London to view our rooms.