In message , John Rowland
writes
Don't walk into any council housing estates at any time of day or night.
I often do that.

Don't walk canal towpaths alone in any neighbourhood, no matter how affluent
it might seem.
And that.

Don't explore the abandoned railways in the Surrey Quays area
alone.
I've not done that but have always meant to.

I've heard the Finsbury Park - Highgate abandoned railway is also a
muggers paradise.
Ditto this.

Don't wear a suit.
I'm usually wearing a smart blazer, collar and tie.

Mind you, I suppose having 30 - 40 people following attentively behind
me helps....... :-)

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Ian Jelf, MITG, Birmingham, UK
Registered "Blue Badge" Tourist Guide for
London & the Heart of England
http://www.bluebadge.demon.co.uk