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Victorian Covent Garden Walk

The age of improvement is upon us. Victorian London is often described as a labyrinth or a maze; once you enter it’s hard to get out. How will you fair?

We delve into the world of Music Halls, the introduction of ice cream to the masses and the fortitude of Victorian engineering.

Stand where the Thames used to dominate, take in the messy madness of one of the most famous London markets and count the fair maidens as we explore Victorian London.

Start: Paul Patisserie, 11 Strand WC2N 5HR   |   Nearest station: Charing Cross

Finish: Soho Square  |  Nearest station: Tottenham Court Road

Duration: 90 mins  |  Not wheelchair / buggy accessible

What people have said about our Victorian Covent Garden & Soho tour:

“Victorian Covent Garden & Soho” Fascinating walk - very informative. I thought I knew London but Hazel’s knowledge and enthusiasm made me realise how much of its history and architecture I have yet to discover.

“Wonderful Tour!” This is a wonderful tour! Hazel,our guide, was very personable, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. As we walked through the lanes and alleyways of Covent Garden andSoho, she told delightful and entertaining stories of Victorian London. A truly unusual way to spend a rainy evening and I would thoroughly recommend it (whatever the weather!).

“Victorian Covent Garden and Soho CityWalk”  What a fascinating talk about the origins of some of the West End's most iconic landmarks such as Charing Cross. I've seen parts of Covent Garden that I didn't even know existed. Our guide, Hazel, was brilliant - very funny and entertaining. Her background knowledge is really impressive. The only downside was the weather but there's no controlling that! I would certainly recommend this walk. You will learn so much. I will never again walk past the bridge in Villiers Street without looking up and seeing a railway carriage! All will be explained on the tour!

Heretics and Horrors Walk

Explore  City of London's bloody past. We search for the answers to questions such as: How did Bloody Mary earn her name? Were body snatchers a necessity?  and did Sherlock Holmes really jump? 

Learn how not to murder your wife in the case of Dr Crippen and how to avoid prison after killing your mother.

Start: St Paul's Underground Station - exit 2

Finish: Farringdon  |  Nearest station: Farringdon / Barbican / St Paul's

Duration: 90 mins  |  Wheelchair  and  buggy accessible

What people have said about our Heretics and Horrors  walking tour:

“Well worth doing” I managed only one London walk due to time restraints but will make sure to do more next visit. The walk was through hidden lanes and gardens around Clerkenwell near St Paul's Cathedral. Our guide was very knowledgable and enthusiastic.

“Super infotainment” I learned a lot in a very entertaining and pleasant way. Highly recommendable. Thank you very much, Hazel. I will surely book another walk with you on my next trip to London.

“Informative” I have done 3 walks so far with Hazel, I have found her to very friendly and makes people feel at ease whether your alone or with someone. She makes the walk very interesting and I have found her to be very informative. She welcomes questions and does her best to answer them all. I would recommend a walk with London Guided walks to everyone whether local or just visiting.

Oliver Twist Walk

This walk follows the footsteps of Oliver Twist and the Artful Dodger on their final leg of their journey through London to reach Fagin’s lair as described in Charles Dickens' novel Oliver Twist.

Victorian London was a dangerous place especially after dark, with highway men and other scoundrel’s waiting to pounce on anyone crossing their path. Experience Victorian Literature come to life.

Start: Angel Tube Station - Northern Line

End: Farringdon | Nearest station: Farringdon

Duration: 90 mins  |  Wheelchair  and  buggy accessible

What people have said about our Oliver Twist walking tour:

“Great Walk” I would highly recommend these walks. Hazel uses a great deal of her great personality to make the walk and history come alive.

“Oliver Twist” I really enjoyed this walk. Hazel has a great knowledge of the book and London history of the period. She made the walk very interesting and I will be booking some of her other walks soon. Definitely worth it.

“Oliver Twist Walk” This was a great walking tour tracing part of Oliver Twist but was also a fascinating and eye opening look at Victorian London..Hazel our guide was clear, knowledgable and fun.