Nestled between the River Thames and Ministry of Defence's main building in Victoria Embankment is the Fleet Air Arm memorial of the Royal Navy. The beautiful bronze idol of Daedalus, a Greek mythological legend who lost his son in the sea was sculpted by renown sculptor James Butler in an ode to more than 6,000 naval officials who had sacrificed their lives since World War I. The winged Daedalus stands tall at 2.5 metres (8.20 feet) with a plinth that lists all the wars and campaigns where the Royal Navy lost its members. It is a beautiful memorial for all the lives lost at the cost of war and a reminder of their sacrifice for the homeland.
The Outwood Windmill was built in 1665 by Thomas Budgen. In 1796 a smock windmill was built on a nearby plot of land, however this collapsed in 1960. The Outwood Windmill, which still stands, is a post mill with four spring sails that drive two pairs of mill stones and is the oldest working mill in Britain. During the week, the windmill is only accessible to school groups and private groups who have made a prior booking. A tour of this marvelous structure will leave you full of wonder and respect for the ingenuity behind its engineering while its tranquil and picturesque surroundings make it an ideal location for photography.
Whitehall is a fascinating museum within an old Tudor house in Cheam, Sutton, England. The impressive early 16th-century structure, timber-framed estate consists of an authentic Tudor kitchen, a fireplace replete with cooking equipment and an entire room dedicated to the fabulous Nonsuch Palace – a former palace built in the 17th-century by Henry VIII. The structure also consists of various Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian influences within its walls. Children’s entertainment includes dressing up in Victorian and Tudor era clothes and playing with traditional old-world toys. Also on the premises is a charming little tea room serving delicious cream tea and homemade cake. Public visitation is granted and admission is free. Wheelchair access is available and comfortable.
The Shirley Windmill was constructed in 1854 and has been restored to its working order now. It is a Grade II listed building. You can take guided tours to this windmill. Access to the windmill is cost free. The windmill has fabulous architecture both in the interiors and the exteriors. A visit to the windmill with the kids is a nice way to spend your day.
The High Maynard Reservoir is a man made reservoir located in the London Borough of Waltham Forest and is a part of the Walthamstow group of reservoirs. It supplies drinking water to London. It is open to the public at large and is popular among the locals for fishing, bird watching and walking. At 5.8 meters (19 feet) deep it is not very suitable for fishing although carp over 40 pounds (18 kilograms), pike and trout are known to be spotted and caught. The reservoir is a Site of Special Scientific Interest as cormomants flock in great numbers to roost on the island in winter. There are also a number of uncommon plant species on the outskirts of the reservoir.
The Hendon War Memorial is a structure designed and constructed solely for the purpose of keeping alive the memories of the casualties of the First World War. The Bishop of Willesden advocated for its creation. The memorial has a list of 362 names, all victims of the tragic war. The memorial comprises of a huge cross standing on a square base, with 3 bronze plates adorning the sides of the base - two plates dedicated for the casualties of the Central Ward and one for the West Ward.