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Private tour in London Rosalind V
Historic Pubs and Taverns Walk
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A Very Warm Hello! My name is Rosalind and I'd love to help you create some special memories of London. Having chosen to live here for over 30 years post University, I want to share my contagious enthusiasm for this amazing city with you. Whether you are interested in the 'big sights' or getting deeper under the skin, come with me to learn and be entertained and to go home with more than just photos. My tours are all on foot , but at times when it makes sense we jump on a bus or take a river boat. Walking is the best way to soak up the vibes of this city and you get to see so much more. I'd love to tell you of all my incredible experiences of watching the Queen's funeral from the front row on The Mall, waving at The King on the balcony of Buckingham Palace after his coronation or shaking Princess Diana's hand. I'd also love to share my knowledge of the history of London but don't worry ! I won't bore you with endless dry facts that you can read in a book. I will bring 2000 years of history to life through what we see and the stories I tell. As a mother of 3, I am very comfortable with family groups along with adult groups, couples or indeed individuals. We will go at your own pace, stop for refreshments if necessary and everyone will get involved. There is of course plenty of time for questions and chat and to hear first-hand about life for a Londonner. Honestly, I never bore of revealing London's secrets. I'd be delighted to help you make some wonderful memories of your time here. I look forward to welcoming you soon. Please get in touch! Rosalind Qualified Guide Accredited to the Institute of Tourist Guiding City of London Guide City of Westminster Guide
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Discover the oldest pubs in town and soak up London's history !
Overview of your London tour
This is a two or three hour walk where you will discover some of London's most historic pubs. The pubs have survived a lot over the years; fires, plagues, wars and modernisation. Let me take you back in time to discover some of the oldest and most atmospheric pubs in the oldest part of London. These inns and taverns have been places of inspiration for London's famous figures including Charles Dickens and William Shakespeare and remain at the heart of London life. We will wander some of the charming alleyways to pubs being famous for being hard to find, hear stories of well-known characters both real and fictional, and take a step back in time to savour the unique ambiance of this part of London. If you choose, we will have a chance to pop in for a swift pint or half to sample some of the local brews! Cheers to that !
Your London tour itinerary
We will start at Monument Tube or I can meet you at your hotel : Firstly, to Leadenhall Market with its cobbled streets, to visit the Lamb Tavern. Next to Old Tom's Bar - named after a great character of the market. You'll love this story! Then to the Jamaica Wine House - it is tucked away down a small alleyway which will take you back in time. After this a look at Simpson's Tavern for more history of food and drink and stories of 'sausages'! Next to Ye Olde Watling Pub which dates from 1668 and famous for its connection with Christopher Wren. Then we head to The Cockpit, once part of a medieval monastery. Finally we end at The Blackfriar, famous for being the first themed pub in London. Or if you choose the extended walk we can head to Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese, famous for literary characters and a foul-mouthed parrot! Along the way you will learn about pub jargon, pub etiquette and pub signs! All tell a story.
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Type: Walking
This is a walking tour. If the extended tour is selected, the walk will last 3 hours.
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