GC34XPT Northumberland Avenue (Traditional Cache) in London, United Kingdom created by 'The Tigglets' adopted by Terrapintim

This cache has been archived.

terrapintim: The hide location is now completely enclosed and cannot be accessed. As there are no longer any suitable alternative locations nearby I am archiving this cache. Thanks to the original CO for placing it, and all those that have found it over the years. This spot, or surrounding area, is now available for a new cache to be placed 🙂

GC34XPT ▼

A cache by 'The Tigglets' adopted by Terrapintim Message this owner

Hidden : 9/26/2011

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Size: Size: micro (micro)

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You are looking for black clip lock box.
This cache is located within an area frequently patrolled by Police. Please avoid acting suspiciously whilst searching for it, and if challenged, explain about Geocaching.
The cache contains a log book only - please bring your own pen, if you don't sign the log your entry will be deleted.

Location information
Northumberland Avenue was the site for Thomas Edison's British headquarters, Edison House.

The original brick and render facade of Edison House has been retained.

Many prominent personalities of the day had their voices recorded there by the phonograph, including William Ewart Gladstone and P. T. Barnum; these recordings still exist today.

Thomas Edison with Cylinder Phonograph 1878.

There are several other British government ministry departments situated in Northumberland Avenue, the Ministry of Defence and the Air Ministry formerly occupied the triangular-shaped Metropole Hotel on the street. The Nigerian high commission and a London School of Economics halls of residence are others that can be found in this street.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Haqre lbhe srrg be ng jnvfg urvtug. (Arnerfg gur ebnq fvqr - ghpxrq hc oruvaq juvgr ubevmbagny one) - Zvaq lbhe urnq!

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)

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