George I became king in 1714 and began a line, the Hannovers. At this time, Britain was one of the most powerful countries in the world, with London at the heart of its trade.
London quickly grew in size and population during the Georgian era. In 1801 the population reached about one million. Merchants and bankers grew rich and many lived in the West End in elegant squares (the plan of the West End nowadays is very similar to the West End in 1828.) Other people suffered terrible poverty. Thousands lived in filthy East End slums, where disease, crime and drunkenness were common.
Many new town houses were built. These houses were tall and three windows wide. They had arched doorways , with a window above called fanlight. You can still see this kind of house today.
The streets of London were badly lit and full of beggars and thieves.
Several hospitals were founded in during the Georgian era including Westminster, Guys, St. Georges, London and Middlesex.
Sites that belong to this era:
- Berkeley Square
- The Royal Haymarket Theatre portal
- Reform and Travellers Clubs in Pall Mall.
- Fournier Street
- The Victoria and Albert Museum
- The Tate Britain
- Sir John Soane's Museum
Can you upload a picture of a typical Georgian (rich) house and its doorway?
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