A series of walks examining events, moments in a cities history, the stories, people from London’s past
Running throughout the year, my guided walking tours offer a glimpse into the history of London’s finest and most interesting neighbourhoods, from royal palaces and gorgeous squares, to tales of radicals and rebels. Uncovering the rascals and the saints, each walk reveals the fascinating everyday lives of Londoners through the ages. Lace up your walking shoes and book any of the tours below for an unforgettable London experience and a glimpse into the city’s rich and diverse history.
My public walks I charge £27.80 (booking fee included) if you are interested in private tours please contact me on my email tim@thelondonwalker.com
Walking Tours
Rebels and Radicals and a brief history of English activism
A walk which uncovers centuries of protest and rebellion in the heart of London that has helped shape society for the better, along the way we meet a selection of radicals and rebels: be it artists, writers and revolutionaries.
Smithfield – Clerkenwell 2 hours
A meander around St Paul’s
A walk around St Paul’s, a fascinating area steeped in history, narrow medieval lanes and passageways, gorgeous churches, the grandeur of the Royal Exchange, tiny hidden squares and unknown gardens and parks.
St Paul’s – The City 2.5 hours
East End: arrivals and assimilation
This walk traces the lives of those who came seeking safety and a new beginning. Through Spitalfields and Whitechapel, generations of people have forged and reinvented this unique bustling corner of London.
Liverpool Street – Whitechapel 2 hours
Fleet Street
From Saxon settlers, rebellious Elizabethans, the first waxworks, and the whirring din of printing presses walk Fleet Street’s extraordinary story of words, writers and the people who made them.
Temple – St Paul’s 2 hours
Magic River
MORE SOON: A walk along the great river of London, the famous Thames, we follow its wide meandering course from Westminster to London Bridge. Taking in iconic views of the theatres and bars of Bankside, St Paul’s, Tate Modern, the Globe and Borough Market along the way.
Westminster – Bankside – Southwark 1.5 hours
A tale of three palaces
MORE SOON: A walk which takes in three famous London residences of the royal family, Buckingham, St James’s and the remains of Whitehall Palace. We also explore St James, an elegant and evocative corner of London, known for its links to the aristocracy and the art world.
Westminster – St James – Whitehall 1.5 hours
Each month depending on availability I curate a series of walks around London, the themes and routes may vary, please click below to subscribe to my newsletter to get the latest walking dates as they go live, so you can ensure you find a space, I look forward very much to welcoming you.