Description: Starting at the beginning, it only makes sense to start at the birthplace of Turing. Born in Warrington Gardens, Turing was born in what used to be a hospital. As times changed in Maida Vale, the site had transformed into Colannade Hotel. The hotel has welcomed many guests by the likes of Woody Harrelson, Liam Gallagher, John Adams and even Sigmund Freud. It was said that Sigmund Freud had spent much time here, seeking refuge from Vienna, whilst his home in Hampstead was being renovated. The blue plaque commemorating Alan Turing lies at the front of the hotel.

Description: Full of thought and wander, let’s head over for food by the infamous Grand Union Canal. With an outdoor terrace for the hot summer months and cosy interiors for the colder and wet months, The Waterway serves up seasonal and delicious dishes, sure to please all parties. Particular favourites are the slow braised lamb stew, which is packed full of flavour and served with root vegetables and Greek mezes, which are great to share. End your meal with an affogato or an apple and pear crumble: an absolute English favourite!

Description: Seeing as you’re by the canal, it only makes sense to take a stroll towards Little Venice. Little Venice is one of the greatest oddities that you can come across here in London. Some say the term Little Venice was coined, as the canal was reminiscent of the bends familiar to Venice. In such a hectic city, Little Venice exudes tranquility and quirkiness, as if it was a manifestation of Turing himself. As you walk along Little Venice, you will notice many narrowboats parked along the bed of the canal, where many people live. The serenity of Little Venice is so strong, that many people forego houses and apartments, for a narrow boat on the canal. Park yourself on a bench, admire the ducks paddling, the brave cyclists that cycle across the bank, and the bobbing of canal boats.

Description: Alan Turing was fascinated by patterns in nature and numbers, so it comes as no surprise how this area may have nurtured his early childhood. Take some time to enjoy the patterns and the seamless winding of the mews, avenues and streets, interconnected throughout Maida Vale and Warwick Avenue. We are heading to a covert but interesting spot that commemorates Turing, a spot where many Londoners walk by and do not take notice. On St. Mary’s Terrace, a steel cut out statue of Alan Turing stands. If you don’t focus, it can be easily missed. Turing stands alongside the Crimean War nurse, Mary Seacole and beloved author of Paddington Bear, Micheal Bond.

Description: Coffee? Coffee! It’s been a while since you’ve eaten but probably not long enough for your next meal. So, grab something small and mighty from the Australian cafe and bistro, Beany Green. Beany Green is a great treat if you ever have the chance to visit. The coffee’s are beautifully and lovingly crafted and they even serve up a bespoke in-house blended spiced chai. The options are endless and if you decided that you are peckish, how about trying the coconut bread french toast and shakshouka, served with organic cold fermented activated charcoal. Sounds strange but oddly, works! Everything served at Beany Green is delivered with the intention of being nutritious for the mind, body and spirit.

Description: Found beneath the Bishop Bridge Road flyover, an art installation immortalises the work of Alan Turing. Created by the British poet Nick Drake, the installation is a series of black boxes reminiscent of the Enigma replica, named Bombe, that Turing had created during his days at Bletchley Park. The boxes are dotted with LED lights, that continuously shine a sequence of lights, exposing Drake's poem. The sequence changes, giving new interpretations to the poem, much like a thinking computer would. Both haunting and stunning, I would recommend taking a moment and enjoying the marvels of Turing's mind.