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I am a professional scientist, researcher and Guide-Lecturer with the University of Cambridge and an award winning Blue Badge Guide, for London and a Green Badge Guide for the City of London and City of Oxford as well as a City of Bath Honorary Mayor's Guide. As a palaeontologist, I am an expert on fossils and prehistoric life from the first animals to appear on our planet to the evolution of early humans. I have published research on the origin of marine animals 480 million years to the Jurassic world. After degrees in Geology and Palaeobiology I gained my PhD from the University of London and went on to pursue an academic career working first as a research fellow in France, Germany and Japan and then as a Senior Lecturer in Malaysia and Western Australia. I have a passion for archaeology, history, architecture and history of art. I give lectures that encompass these subjects looking at the interface between the arts and sciences. PhD in Palaeontology Blue Badge Guide for London Green Badge Guide for the City of London Green Badge Guide for the City of Oxford Guide for the London Borough of Camden City of Bath Honorary Mayor's Guide Accredited Guide for Christ Church - Oxford Accredited Lecturer of The Arts Society I am not a driver guide. I can accompany you in your vehicle or arrange for a separate car and driver.
London
Oxford

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9 reviews
Aaron was not our cup of tea as an Oxford guide. The campus is incredible!

Replied from Aaron H.
I’m sorry the tour didn’t fully meet your expectations, but your review does not reflect the usual 5-star ratings of my tours. Your same-day requests for the “Science and History Tour of Oxford with an Academic” were unfortunately outside the clearly described scope on my ToursByLocals listing. While I was happy to include hotel pickup and drop-off, the tour is not...
We had a private tour with Aaron at the Natural History Museums useum on New Year’s Day, 2026, and we were all extremely impressed by his depth of knowledge. He engaged us throughout the tour by asking thoughtful questions and then skillfully used the exhibits to bring the answers to life. Aaron made sure we saw all of the museum’s highlights while keeping the experience...
Aaron was a fantastic guide. His experience having lived, studied and worked in the colleges made the tour come alive. He was deeply knowledgeable about history and science and provided the right amount of information and answered all questions. He was very friendly and engaging. The tour is very comprehensive. We covered all the main colleges and museums. I strongly...

Replied from Aaron H.
Thank you so much for this lovely review, I am so happy you enjoyed your day.
Aaron was an absolutely amazing guide!! We were traveling with our two kids (8 and 10) and Aaron was fabulous navigating the museum with stories for both adults and children. He’s extremely knowledgeable with vast experience in the field. I highly recommend!