15 Unique Things To Do In London (That You Won't Find On Trip Advisor)

7. "This Is Not A Brothel..."

Meard Street in Soho is a gorgeous period alleyway filled with Georgian houses, but it's also home to a curious little landmark. Peer closely at the door to number seven and you will discover a sign stating in no uncertain terms: "This is not a brothel. There are no prostitutes at this address." You may assume it's just a last ditch effort by an anxious homeowner to stop punters banging on their door in the middle of the night, but actually the story is a little more interesting. Until his death in 2010, 7 Meard Street was home to the notorious artist and self-styled dandy Sebasitan Horsley.

The sign was intended as a little joke to all who visited. Although Horsley, who claimed to have slept with over 1,000 prostitutes and once consented to be crucified in the name of art, did tell the Creative Review that he ran a brothel out of there for a few years, so perhaps there was some necessity to it after all. When you visit Meard Street today, you will sadly find no Horsely, but the sign remains and you will also find yourself conveniently situated opposite one of the delicious Honest Burgers restaurants, which is well worth a visit (if you can stomach the queues).