The Hidden Rivers of London
Alan Fitzgerald SpeakerNet Sponsor
- Regions:
- Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey
- Notice Period:
- Emergency (maybe less than one week's notice)
- Type:
- Hobby
- Fee:
- Paid: £75 + travel expenses
- Category:
- History
- Updated:
- 1st December 2025
- Tagged:
- Hidden Rivers
Everyone is probably familiar with the river Thames in London, but how many know of the multitude of other rivers that flow through and under London? This talk examines some of these ‘lost’ rivers that still exist today but are largely unseen. Most of these rivers join the Thames somewhere along its banks in central London, and where they join can still be seen today. Both North and South of the Thames have many of these fascinating lost rivers, that together have interesting stories to relate. From floating coffins to the Temple of Mithras the lost rivers of London have tales to tell.
" Alan gave a talk to South Oxfordshire Probus on The Rivers of London, the subject was interesting and well presented and I am happy to recommend him to other similar groups" John Edwards
Views: 6 | Enquiries: 0About Alan Fitzgerald
Born in London I began my Engineering career as an Apprentice Draughtsman there. Following graduation with a BSc (Hons) degree I subsequently worked for UK & European Engineering companies, and American-based IT organisations, in a variety of senior Management and Technology roles. I finished full-time working at Aston University, Birmingham, supervising Post-Graduate MSc programmes. During my career I regularly presented at International Conferences in the US and Europe which I really enjoyed. Since finally retiring I have spent time pursuing my enthusiasms and interests, so several of my Talks reflect those passions and are based around the city of "London" which is the basis for some of my presentations. I update them regularly and try to introduce a couple of new ones every year. I've been a regular presenter to u3a, NT and Probus groups in the Thames Valley for a number of years, and I currently give talks about twice a month.
"Alan gave a surprisingly detailed, well-presented and illustrated talk, which was very well received and prompted several questions, which were ably answered" Beaconsfield Probus Club
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