Kingston Tour Guide and Local History author, Julian McCarthy presents:

"Things you (probably) don't know about Kingston

• Why is Castle Street so named and where exactly was (more pertinently 'is') the castle?
• If we had or have a castle, and we have a university, did we ever have a cathedral?
• How many bridges did Kingston once have?
• How (arguably) did Kingston change the course of English History taught in Schools?
• Why should you ask the Mayor to turn around when you meet?
• Why is there a Royal Cost of Arms over the Griifin Arcade?
• What is the connection between Kingston and Waterloo?

Julian McCarthy is a Kingston-based author, tour guide, and retired Chartered Design Engineer whose work is dedicated to uncovering the town's hidden histories and overlooked stories.