Ross pointed out that the sculpture depicting a revealed riverbed is also near the site of an ancient well, and that wells are associated with the Goddess Brigid. I blogged about Brigid's connection with London's St Bride's church at Imbolc.
Forgotten Streams is near the London Stone and the Temple of Mithras, which are deeply connected with London's mythology - although more to do with pagan Gods than Goddesses. Ross is passionate about Goddesses. He said that one Christmas he was at his lowest ebb. His partner had left him, he had lost his job and had all sorts of other troubles in his life.
The walking tour starts at Temple Gate, by St Paul's, and ends at Cross Bones graveyard in Borough, just south of the river. It isn't just an informative guide to London's myths, legends and history - it is also a beautiful pilgrimage in honour and celebration of the Hidden Goddesses of London.
The next event is on March 17. It is free, but you need to book a ticket in advance and donations are welcome. You can book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hidden-goddess-of-london-tickets-54697044332?
You can view The Secret Lore of London on Amazon and also order copies from Treadwell's and Atlantis bookshops
Links and previous related posts
http://www.badwitch.co.uk/2016/03/review-secret-lore-of-london.html
http://www.badwitch.co.uk/2016/12/review-london-lore-tarot.html
http://www.badwitch.co.uk/2019/01/gods-goddesses-of-london-brigid-bride.html
http://www.badwitch.co.uk/2008/11/death-sex-at-cross-bones-graveyard.html
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hidden-goddess-of-london-tickets-54697044332?
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