Private tour in London Anthony P
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Anthony P.
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Meet Your London Guide I was born and raised in South East London, where my fascination with the city began at an early age. My father ran a market stall in one of the area’s best-known street markets in Walworth, and from behind that stall I absorbed the rhythm, character, and stories of London life — a city that has never stopped captivating me . My professional background first took me into the property world, where I built a successful career in estate agency and eventually managed my own branch in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. This experience gave me a deep appreciation for London’s extraordinary architectural variety — from elegant 17th-century buildings to bold modern developments — and, more importantly, an understanding of how history, place, and people are inseparably linked. Over 28 years ago, I took on what is widely regarded as one of the toughest examinations in the world: The Knowledge of London. Set by the Public Carriage Office, this demanding qualification requires mastery of the area within a six-mile radius of Charing Cross — some 113 square miles — covering over 25,000 streets and 50,000 landmarks and places of interest. I completed The Knowledge in the summer of 1999 and proudly became a licensed London black cab driver. Driving a black cab didn’t just mean navigating London — it meant living it. One of my greatest pleasures has always been sharing the city’s history with passengers, listening to their stories, and bringing London to life through conversation and storytelling. It was this natural connection that led me seamlessly into professional guiding. Today, I am a multi-accredited London tour guide, holding qualifications from both The Worshipful Company of Hackney Carriage Drivers and the City of Westminster, combining authentic cabbie insight with accredited guiding expertise. ⸻ Harry Potter & Ted Lasso – Storytelling Through Screen and Street Alongside my passion for London’s history, I have a genuine love for film and television storytelling — especially Harry Potter and Ted Lasso — and how these worlds are woven into real London locations. My Harry Potter tours go beyond simply visiting filming locations. They explore how London’s architecture, hidden alleyways, historic markets, and riverside settings helped inspire J.K. Rowling’s wizarding world, blending cinematic magic with real historical context. My Ted Lasso Tours of London are delivered with warmth, humour, and heart — very much in the spirit of the show itself. We visit iconic filming locations and neighbourhoods while also exploring why London works so well as a backdrop for the series, sharing behind-the-scenes insights, character moments, and local stories that bring the show vividly to life. These tours are especially popular with families, fans of the series, and anyone who appreciates feel-good storytelling with a London twist. ⸻ A Special Connection to Royal Greenwich Royal Greenwich holds a particularly close place in my heart. Having lived and worked extensively in the borough, I know the area intimately — not just as a guide, but as a local. From the Prime Meridian at the Royal Observatory, to the grandeur of the Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich tells one of the most important stories in British and global history: time, navigation, and Britain’s maritime power. My Greenwich tours explore these themes in an accessible and engaging way, bringing together royal history, scientific discovery, seafaring heritage, and everyday local life. This is not just a stop on a tour — it’s an area I know deeply, guide confidently, and enjoy sharing with visitors from around the world. ⸻ Your Tour Experience I offer private taxi tours in my latest-generation electric hybrid London taxi, combining comfort, sustainability, and classic London style. The vehicle accommodates up to six passengers, is fully air-conditioned, features a glass panoramic roof, and provides full wheelchair access, ensuring a relaxed and inclusive experience for all guests.
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Take a wonderful day out into the heart of south east countryside known as the garden of England and visit Winston Churchill's family home in Kent , explore the grounds and the house of one of England's most famous politicians and wartime prime ministers, see how the Churchill's developed the area of ChartWell into there family home, explore Winstons artist studio and see the beautiful lakes and the wall garden and the wonderful golden rose Avenue, then onto the extraordinary home of the most significant families from the Tudor period , The Boylens. Take a journey back in time and visit Hever Castle which is said dates back from the early 14th century, Explore the castle once the childhood home of Anne Boleyn , second wife of Henry the eighth and mother of Elizabeth the set in 125 acres of glorious grounds. The castle is home to fine furniture, tapestries, antiques and an impressive collection of Tudor portraits
Collection from your accommodation within central London, then be taken in my wonderful six seater electric hybrid London taxi. We take a journey up through the garden of England, checking out some hidden gems along route and arriving at the church family home Chartwell just outside the village of w Westerham , We will spend roughly around three hours at this location checking out the family home explore the wonderful grounds and see Winston's artist. We will then stop for lunch whether you'd like to stop at the fine restaurant at Chartwell run by the National Trust or perhaps check out a traditional Kent pub on route to our next destination. We will then arrive at the wonderful Hever Castle again, allowing roughly 3 hours to explore the incredible grounds, Seeing the various exhibits in and around the castle and then finally heading back to your accommodation in London. Please note when booking check availability as normally Hever Castle and Charwell are closed for the months of January and February
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London licensed six seater taxi Three facing seats and three tip up seats facing the rear of the vehicle
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