See London like you've never seen it before
Every Londoner has a secret bit of London
That they’re not willing to share.
For me it’s a particular restaurant
And no I’m not letting you anywhere near.
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Harsh and unfriendly you say
But let me plead my cause
There’re so many secret bits of London
In exchange I’ll give you this one to keep as yours.
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Eyes down but it’s rarely a full house
Even Londoners walk by this store unaware of the pleasures it holds.
If you pop in for an hour or so you’ll be amazed
They have wonderful pictures and inspiring talks in this place.
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The exhibition they’re got on now
Every Londoner and tourist should see
You’ll see what London was like
In this black and while photographic history.
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You’ll recognise the places but you’ve never seen them that way
And although it’s not huge there’s enough there to enjoy.
The Tower Bridge construction picture epitomises it all
You never think of it being built because it’s been there for so long.
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So where is this secret place where you can see all of this?
Well it’s not a gallery or museum and it’s easy to miss.
It’s the National Geographic store, I kid you not
It’s a secret place in London that you see with your eyes wide shut.
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What do I mean, well think on it a while
Everyone at some stage does the Regent Street file.
But do you recall ever seeing this store
Of course you don’t even though it’s got a massive front door.
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So you’re walking around with your eyes wide shut
Missing all of London’s secrets just like that.
So I rest my case my evidence is done
I think you can let me off not telling about the secret restaurant one.
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The National Geographic store is at 83 Regent Street at the Piccadilly Circus end. The exhibition I’m talking about is called ‘London Memory Lane’ and is on until 18th July and is free.
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