Matt Brown writing on Londonist: Time Machine for Substack has pointed out a remarkable anniversary.

In 2051 a showcase event will almost certainly be held in London.

It will mark the 200th anniversary of the Great Exhibition; the centenary of the 1951 Festival of Britain; and 2,000 years since the Romans founded London.

He points out there’s some uncertainty about the date of the Romans leaving London which is usually given as AD 47. There’s enough wiggle room that the 2,000 celebrations could be held off until 2051. After all, Londinium wasn’t built in a day.

Will there be a modern Crystal Palace, a recreated Skylon, or a new London Wall?

Yes, that is in 27 years, and if I make it, I’ll be 104.

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