Bethnal Green is only minutes from the City of London but it has a history all of its own. This Virtual Walk with Daniella will begin with its founding by the Romans nearly 2,000 years ago, by “going down the Roman”. Jumping forwards to the 17th Century, Bethnal Green had developed into the home of the rich and well-to-do - a very different place from what it was to become in later years. It’s an area rich with stories for Daniella to uncover for you. Some of these involve world-famous boxers, infamous gangsters (like the notorious Kray Twins) and a Bloody Bishop. It was also once home to fascist organisations, attempting to rule the area with an iron fist, resulting in some of the worst riots seen in London. But it’s not all violence – we have some intrigue as well as we learn the true story of The Blind Beggar and hear exactly what’s so strange about the Barmy Park. This online event is offered in collaboration with Spitalfields Music which has been putting music at the heart of East London for over 40 years and bringing diverse communities together.