Sleepy History of London | What lies beneath Trafalgar Square?

From its ancient Roman roots to the rise of a global empire, London has seen centuries of triumph, tragedy, and transformation. Wander through its foggy streets, royal palaces, and historic landmarks as we explore the fascinating (and sometimes surprising) past of England’s capital. Just relax and drift off to sleep with stories of kings, plagues, fires, and revolutions. Narrated by: Simon Mattacks Written by: Alexandra Turney Includes Mentions of: Death, Illness, Plague, Popular Culture, War, Military History, Travel, Religious Traditions, Fire, Architecture, Subways, Slavery and Abolition, Colonialism, Working Class #history #london #england #historypodcast #sleepstory #bedtimestories #bedtimehistory #englishhistory 😴 Sleepy history is designed for bedtime listening. Relax your head and press play. 🌙 Why subscribe? Every week we release a new long-form Sleepy History episode—ancient wonders, legendary battles, everyday lives—told in a soothing voice, perfect for winding down. Tap Subscribe and the 🔔 so you don’t miss our next dreamy dive into the past. 💤 Listen on the go: Find the full audio-only podcast under “Sleepy History” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your sleep stories. Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit ⁠⁠⁠www.slumberstudios.com⁠⁠ 00:00 Introduction 01:06 Story begins 55:25 Sleep music fade out