Speakers Corner Hyde Park: a place not to be missed

Speakers Corner is located in Hyde Park in London.

According to an old law from 1872, all types of meetings, speeches and discussions are permitted here.

To this day, the tradition has been preserved.

Speakers Corner Hyde Park: article summary

Speakers corner in Hyde Park: is it worth a visit?

Today, Speakers Corner is more a symbol of freedom and democracy in Britain and the Western world. Sometimes there are really good debates, even with public participation.

Of course, you need to speak English very well to participate meaningfully. Here, we often speak the typical London dialect, which is difficult to understand with normal school English.

In short, you have to be a bit lucky to come across one or more good or at least amusing speakers.

What's the value of today's conferences?

Unfortunately, there's less and less going on at Speakers Corner. Social networking on the Internet, the new symbol of freedom of expression, seems to be ousting this great traditional institution.

However, it would be a real shame if Speakers Corner were to cease to exist.

Speakers Corner in Hyde Park: have there ever been any famous speakers?

In the past, important personalities such as Marx and Lenin performed to huge audiences at Speakers Corner.

Politicians still appear in Speakers Corner today, especially before elections.

However, the political importance of Speakers Corner has all but disappeared in British free democracy.

By the way, according to the law of 1872, there is a restriction for speakers to Hyde Park. Speeches must not be about the Queen or the Royal Household.

We don't know whether speakers who break this rule are still punished today.

When is the best time to visit Speakers Corner?

You absolutely must come to Speakers Corner at the right time, otherwise there may not even be anyone there.

Of course, on rainy days, which are common in London, there's usually not much going on. The best thing to do is on Sunday afternoon in fine weather.

How do I get to Speakers Corner in London?

Speakers Corner lies to the northeast of the park. The metro Marble Arch is about 100 metres away.

Admission is, of course, free. It's a public park.

Can you visit nearby tourist attractions?

As well as Speakers Corner, you can of course visit other sights in Hyde Park. The department store Harrods is also close to the famous park.

Further information about Speakers Corner in Hyde Park

Speakers Corner is a public speaking attraction located in London's Hyde Park. It has been an icon of free speech and public debate for over 150 years, attracting people from all walks of life to express their views and engage in lively debate.

A little history

Speakers Corner's history dates back to the mid-19th centurywhen protests and political demonstrations were banned in the country.

In those days, people would gather in this park to exchange views and opinions on various social and political issues, leading to the emergence of an informal discussion known as Speakers Corner.

Speakers Corner: a place that's still going strong

Today, Speakers Corner remains a place of public debate and free expression, attracting speakers and listeners from all over the world.

Here, visitors can meet speakers from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives on a variety of topics, including such as religion, politics, social issues and current affairs.

The corner is also known for its lively and dynamic discussions, where speakers and audience members engage in debates, arguments and discussions. This open exchange of ideas and opinions makes Speakers Corner a unique and special place.

During your stay in London, I recommend that you spend a few minutes enjoying a speaker's talk at Speakers Corner. You'll discover all the beauty of London's outspokenness.

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