Private tour in London Richard C
Includes all fees
Book with a 20% deposit
up to 4 people
1 hour 30 minutes
walking
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Originally a "smooth field" on the east bank of the long lost River Fleet, Smithfield is an area steeped in history. Smithfield meat market is a London institution going back over 900 years. The equally old priory of St Bartholomew is among the oldest buildings in the City of London and its name sake neighbour, St Bart's Hospital is the oldest hospital in the country. The area also has a dark past, the site of many executions particularly the Protestant "Marion Martyrs" during the 16th Century reign of Queen Mary I but this was also the place where the Scottish Knight William Wallace was executed in 1305 as well as the scene of the violent Peasants Revolt in 1381. A fascinating area and as the meat market is due to leave the area soon, it will change dramatically and while a lot of that change will be positive now is the time to see it as it has been for hundreds of years.
We will meet outside Farringdon train station and begin by walking around the existing market buildings. We will then explore the 12th century church of St Bartholomew the Great. Using our imaginations we will allow ourselves to go back 700 years to when this area was a "smooth field" and learn about the area was used for fun (fairs) and not so fun (executions). We will finish our tour by admiring the peaceful and tranquil 18th century courtyard of St Bart's hospital.
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This is entirely a walking tour. There will be some steps. We will meet and end the tour close to public transport and advise on the best way to your next destination can be given.
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Costa coffee outside Farringdon train station.
Includes all fees
Book with a 20% deposit
Size:
up to 4 people
Duration:
1 hour 30 minutes
Transportation:
walking
1
Includes all fees
Book with a 20% deposit
Size:
up to 4 people
Duration:
1 hour 30 minutes
Transportation:
walking
1
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