The UK is a nation of animal lovers and London was home to Britain’s very first cat café – Lady Dinah’s Cat Emporium. The city has also seen its fair share of famous felines, including Bob, a stray cat who formed a remarkable bond with a homeless busker. Their story inspired the best-selling book A Street Cat Named Bob, which was made into a film. Head to Islington to see a statue celebrating their inspiring journey.

And then there’s Larry – resident chief mouser at 10 Downing Street – who has been on duty since 2011. The tales he could tell...

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