Private tour in London Rachel M

Rochester its Cathedral,Castle and Medieval City. A Jewel of Kent.

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Rachel M.

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My name is Rachel and I am born and bred in London. My family have been in London for around 300 years. I have a passion for London and the UK, its many stories and social history. I also love music and love to share some of the iconic venues and stories of bands gone by. I have been a teacher of both children and adults and have been a market trader travelling Asia before doing the Knowledge of London to become a Black Taxi driver. I took 3 and a half years learning all the streets of London and have been a qualified driver since 2010. Our Carriage in London is My New Electric Black Taxi which seats up to 6 passengers. It has a glass roof, free Wifi and Usb ports for charging your phones or devices. I have always had an interest in Social history and went on to do my London Taxi tour guide badge. I have continued my studies to include art and culture in 18th and 19th Century London. This enables me to include art galleries and museums in my tours with some knowledge. I have also been Trained and have a love for out of Town and Enjoy creating tours that take in the English Countryside. I am a member of the National Trust and English Heritage. I Have a real Passion for what I do and work hard to ensure my tours are personal to each of my clients. I celebrate the diversity of my city and hope you will get a sense of the amazing people that have been here before us to make this city what it is today. I believe there is no better way to see London than with a London Cabbie. And with our knowledge of all the streets, we are able to navigate the city like no other drivers. Both my partner and I work as a team to provide Cruise ship pick transfers to London with tours attached too. Your best experience is always paramount. I welcome enquiries and am able to build you a bespoke tour that includes interests you may have. Many Thanks, Rachel :) I am a qualified London Black Taxi driver and have completed the Prestigious Knowledge of London. Qualified London Taxi tour guide and have completed the accredited Taxi tour guide badge from the Worshipful Company of Hackney Carriage drivers. I have also continued my studies with city lit a London based college. Art and Culture in 18th Century London. Art and Culture in 19th Century London, National gallery art in the 1600s-1700s Qualified Nursery Nurse. Qualified Adult Education Teacher.

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Overview of your London tour

This tour offers a great slice of British history in such an inviting and small space, all in such close proximity we have a Magnificant Cathedral whos founding goes back to 604ad, a Norman Castle , a gorgeous Medieval high streeet with great pub stops and lovely Tea Rooms all set on the River Medway, a tributory of the Thames. This was a favourite haunt of Charles Dickens , whose father worked nearby in Chatham dockyards. We will walk the grounds of the Castle and if you are able we will climb the castle steps to the Turrets. Wander the quant streets, full of great shops, charity shops antiques and more. Rochester has been place of great importance through the ages for anyone travelling from the South Coast and from Canterbury on thier way to London. This little gem is great for those day trips from Dover, Tilbury and London. Close by are some wonderful hidde gems of Kent. I can build you a tour to suit. Let me know if you want afternoon tea at Mrs Ticketts Pantry.

Recent Reviews

Barbara S.United States
October 2025

Rachel picked us up in her comfortable car and drove us to Rochester. She led us through the town and into the Cathedral where she provided interesting information about the Pilgrim Steps and arranged a visit into the crypt housing the Textus Roffensis, the only existing copy of the first code of English law. Rachel climbed with us to the top of the castle. After, we walked through High Street and had the opportunity to visit many of the places that influenced the writing of Charles Dickens. We enjoyed afternoon tea in a lovely shop before returning to our cruise ship.

Elizabeth O.United States
October 2025

What a great day outside of London! Rochester is beautiful with a rich history. Step back into time with Rachel as you walk the castle grounds and enter the cathedral, which is also a vibrant working center of the village for worship and community functions. Stroll the alleys and gardens. Stop for an afternoon tea or in a pub for a pint. Rachel creates a delightful dialogue of learning and interaction as she shares her love of the area and its history. She is flexible and adjusts the tour to your needs. She is a wealth of information and Rochester, it’s castle and Cathedral a treasure!

Janet M.United States
September 2025

We had a very interesting tour in Rochester, whose history goes back many centuries. Rachel was the perfect guide for this tour as her personal family history goes back several generations and she has great enthusiasm for the history of the UK and being able to share her knowledge and insights. It made for a fun tour full of the history of the UK. I highly recommend using her services.

Anna L.
March 2025

Rachel was so wonderful! She was extremely knowledgeable, and we loved learning all about the history of Rochester. She also took us to see the monastery near by. We really loved spending the day with her. Highly recommend!

Grace Enriqueta V.Philippines
June 2024

We enjoyed this tour very much. Rachel was friendly and very considerate about my condition. We enjoyed her stories and also we learned new information from her that made us understand the history of Rochester and other cities. We learned about the Magna Carta and how Rochester became a very important town in history. We were very relaxed and comfortable in this trip. I recommend her tour very highly

Your London tour itinerary

This is a great tour to start either at Tilbury, London or Dover. Depending on the starting point the journey to Rochester will be 60 to 90 mins. I will collect you in our Electric London Black Taxi. Visit the old Norman castle and grounds. 60 mins. Walk across to the gorgeous Gothic Cathedral 60 mins. Take a meandre through the medieval high street, taking in the higgeldy piggeldy buildings, from Tudor, to the 16th century poor travellers house. Visiting some of the Antique shops, and taking in a break at a pub, teashop or reaturaunt. 90 mins. If this tour appeals to you why not contact me for further details.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Other

Iconic London Electric Black Taxi Air conditioning Heating Glass roof seats 6 3 facing front 3 flip down facing back Usb ports always clean and well presented

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets: to castle or tickets to cathedral
Meeting location

London, England, United Kingdom

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Tour categories
Layover
History
Architecture
City Highlights
Tour reference number
1018159
Languages
English
Activity level
Light

Traveller reviews

5.0

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This private tour is perfect for history enthusiasts and those interested in exploring British heritage. You'll visit a magnificent cathedral, a Norman castle, and a medieval high street. It's ideal for travellers who want to connect with a local like Rachel M. for deeper insights.

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