As a young lad I grew up in South East London, my father ran a market stall in one of southeast London's most famous markets in East Lane, Walworth, so began my long fascination with London and it's rich history.

In my first job I would work in the real estate agency market, eventually becoming a manager of my own branch in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, becoming familiar with the fascinating variety of different styles of property ranging from 17th century, all the way up to modern day.

Whilst I enjoyed working in Greenwich, 28 years ago a great opportunity presented itself when I was offered the chance to take on, it is said one of the most toughest exams in the world by completing the historic knowledge of london , and try to fulfil a lifelong ambition to become one of "London's finest" as a licensed black cab driver.

I was required by the Public Carriage Office (PCO, originally a branch of the Metropolitan Police) to know the area within a 6‑mile radius of Charing Cross (centre of london) which encompasses 113 square miles , in Layman's terms, learn over 25, 000 of London, streets and over 50, 000 places of interest and important landmarks.

Since completing the knowledge in the summer of 1999 and becoming a black cab driver, one of my greatest Joys was sharing my knowledge of the history of London, and listening to the fascinating stories, told by my customers in the back of my cab.

Eventually I would be drawn into the guiding world, gaining qualifications in not one but two accreditations;  The worship company of Hackney, carriage, drivers, qualified tour guiding course, followed shortly after by becoming a City of Westminster qualified tour guide.

Apart from my passion for London, the rest of my spare time is also occupied by the love of photography, using my experience gained as a cab driver to find some hidden spots, showing great panoramas of the city.

I offer taxi tours in my latest generation London, electric hybrid taxi which can accommodate up to 6 passengers, (three facing forwards and three facing backwards on tip up seats).
The taxi is air-conditioned for your comfort , and also offers a fantastic glass panoramic roof offering great views from inside the taxi.
Being a London, taxi offers full wheelchair access.
So please come join me be my guests , and enjoy a wonderful tour around my capital city of London
Be it a 4/6 hour highlights tour of London, for a Harry Potter or James Bond filming locations tour or visit the Royal Greenwich and explore the rich maritime history.
create your own bespoke London tour, please contact me

Green badge london licensed cab driver (over 22 years experience)
The worshipful Company of Hackney, carriage drivers, accredited, qualified taxi guide
City of Westminster accredited tour guide
Member of the city of Westminster guides and lectures Association
Member of the London historians Association
Member of English Heritage

Although I am a multi qualified and registered guide, I am not a blue badge guide, so I am unable to guide inside the Tower of London, Saint Paul’s Cathedral, Westminster Abbey, or Windsor Castle.

ATTENTION MUGGLES! Do you love the Harry Potter films and books?

If your answer is YES

Let me share my passion for Potter! And take a wonderful private tour of the filming locations in London of the Harry Potter films. Take a trip and explore locations used in many of the Potter films across London and visit some of the streets that is said inspired J. K. Rowling.

Revisit some of the scenes from the films! Feel free to dress up for the tour, however, I have scarves and wands at hand for those great photo opportunities.

Take a trip in my black cab, retracing some of the routes taken by the night bus in Harry Potter and the prisoner of Azkaban, visit platform 9 3/4 at King's Cross Station and visit many other locations used for The Leaky Cauldron.

One not to be missed for Potter fans!

Harry Potter London filming locations: Private black cab tour

Day Excursion to Kent (the 'Garden of England') for some picturesque scenery, villages along the Stour River Valley with thatched cottages, a lunch at a traditional countryside pub and a walkabout in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Canterbury.
Rob will be your private tour guide, and my colleague Brian will be our private driver.
Some of Kent's most picturesque houses and gardens are at an oasis of calm renowned for their charm and beauty in the heart of the rural Kent Countryside.
A day which will inspire, and provide a memorable British tour experience.

English Countryside Day Excursion to Kent

Take a grand day out in one of the most picturesque parts of the English countryside , deemed an area of outstanding natural beauty, be my guest travelling in my latest generation 6 seater London electric hybrid taxi.
Take a trip to see the best of villages the Cotswolds has to offer.
See the historical Burford with its links to the English civil war!, described as the Venice of the Cotswolds, Bourton on the water.
Poplar is the picturesque upper and lower slaughter and stow in the wold with its wonderful antique shops , and cafes and pubs.
Downturn abbey fans may be interested in visiting Bampton and see its many filming locations or see Bidbury with its fast flowing stream and its picturesque works cottages.
This is a 10 hour tour , and can be tailored to include your choice of villages.

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