This is an opportunity for small groups or individuals to enjoy a personal and tailored tour which explores parts of Westminster where the big buses and tours don't go and to hear stories about kings, queens, politicians and famous people who have lived and still live in this fascinating district of London.
How did a rundown Irish part of North London become one of the world's premier music destinations? Starting with Irish Dancehalls and traditional Irish music pub sessions from the 1930s, in1963 there was a Jim Reeves riot!, by 1966 the hippies took over the Roundhouse and NW1's rise to Rock n Roll notoriety began. Psychedelia, Heavy Metal, Pub Rock, Punk, New Romantics, Goth, Indie and Britpop, they were all shaped here, by the 1990s it was one of the hippest places on the planet. We visit venues, recording studios, record shops, pubs, markets and rehearsal rooms and tell Camden's remarkable story
About the organiser:
Aidan McManus is an award-winning tour guide, historian, broadcaster, and curator of music-related film events. West London-born of Irish heritage, he was a teenage participant in the punk scene and later its soul, 2-Tone and rave cultures.He is the host of Flipside London Radio, a fortnightly Portobello Radio programme focusing on books, music, history and youth culture.
Discover London’s impressive palaces, landmarks and the hidden secrets behind them. As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. Ready for an adventure?
After your booking you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. It will take you between 1.5 to 2 hours to complete, but there’s no time limit so feel free to explore, and finish it at your own pace.
Highlights include:
1. Explore famous places in London such as the Palace of Westminster, Westminster Abbey, St James's Palace and lesser-known places.
2. Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our talented writers.
3. Find out which member of the Royal Family was nicknamed ‘Cookie’.
4. Learn how the official birthday of the Sovereign is marked.
5. Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt.
Our services provide professionalism and knowledge with the iconic touch.
Our drivers are fully qualified London Black Cab Drivers who have all studied the famous "Knowledge of London" (learning all the roads and places of interest of Central London) which takes over 3 years! To add to the service, we at London History Taxi Tours are all qualified Tour Guides... we don't just know the streets; we know London
Visit London's most iconic sites from Nelson's Column in Trafalgar Square to three of the most well known and best loved buildings in London: Westminster Hall, Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament - if the original buildings were still standing, each would be at least 920 years old! Add to that a Royal Park (St James') and two Royal palaces (Buckingham and St James') and you have a right Royal feast!
This exclusive private walking tour has a Royal mention at every stop so if you want to find out about the Royal family past and present, this is the tour for you!
If that is not enough, some of the shops that line St James' Street, as we make our way up to Piccadilly, are centuries old and were founded to serve the gentlemen who used to frequent the Gentlemen's Clubs in centuries gone by. We pass the oldest hat shop and the oldest gentlemen's club in the world as we discover other hidden gems lining this road.
We visit 3 bars where Amy drank and partied as well as seeing Amy’s statue plus no less than 5 murals of her!
You’ll see the place where she made her last performance and where she met Blake as well as checking out bars she worked and sang in!
This tour includes a drink in each bar plus bar snacks.
NB the itinerary is subject to change based on gigs and private bookings at some venues – on some occasions we might need to include alternative venues
Stonehenge
Start your adventure at Stonehenge, the ancient and mysterious stone circle that has captivated minds for centuries. Noble Executive Limited’s chauffeur service
provides a comfortable and convenient way to visit this UNESCO World Heritage site, allowing you to explore its enigmatic history.
Windsor Castle
For a royal experience, visit Windsor Castle, a residence of Her Majesty The Queen. The castle’s grandeur and history come to life as you explore its magnificent rooms and beautiful grounds. Noble Executive Limited ensures a seamless visit to this iconic establishment.
The Waters of Bath
The hot springs in Bath, from which the City derives its name, are a wonderful, natural resource which deliver over one million litres of mineral-rich water every day. Uniquely in the UK, the mineral water is hot.
Avoid the language barrier and currency exchange when using London's public transportation to get from your hotel to the airport. Why spend your precious time waiting in long shuttle or taxi lines?
Choose a private transfer from your centrally located hotel in London and travel in style to London Stansted Airport. Your private business vehicle will bring you relaxed to your final destination.
A private transfer between Heathrow Airport and Oxford replaces train connections, coach transfers and taxi queues with a single dedicated vehicle booked in advance. Your driver meets you inside the arrivals hall, helps with your luggage, and drives you directly to your destination.
This Heathrow Airport to Oxford transfer, and the return journey from Oxford to Heathrow Airport, is timed to your flight's actual landing rather than a fixed schedule, with real-time flight monitoring and a 75-minute waiting window after landing.
It suits business travellers, academics, families, and groups traveling between Heathrow Airport and Oxford who want a private vehicle booked in advance, with luggage assistance included.
This is LAUGH-OUT-LOUD HISTORY tour combined with THE BEST OF ROYAL WESTMINSTER and CHANGING OF THE HORSE GUARDS.
If you are visiting London for the first time (or second, third, fourth, fifth time, etc), this is the walk to do.
Of course you’ll see the Horse Guards come on duty. Of course you’ll visit Trafalgar Square, Whitehall, Horse Guards, St James’s, Clarence House, Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. Of course there’ll be FOUR royal palaces and TWO World Heritage Sites, and ONE fantastic guide. All of that goes without saying.
But!
You will also learn loads, laugh loads and spend a surprising amount of time thinking, “Gosh, I am having the best time ever!”
This is the KING of all royal tours. And if your tour doesn’t live up to this description, your guide's imprisonment in the Tower of London is guaranteed.
Packed with challenges, quizzes and fantastic facts, this is a unique, self-guided tour especially designed to keep kids 8-15 excited and the whole family having fun as you explore London's delightful Kensington Gardens.
Our tour leads you on a discovery tour of all the sights and hidden jewels of this beautiful park. Enjoy walking through its landscapes and discovering the many features and monuments that have been created within it. Follow the interactive map to all the main locations in the the park and have fun as a family with activities and stories that bring the Gardens and its history to life.
You simply download our app, sign up, and your tour will be waiting for you with full instructions!
Do the tour at your own pace, take a break at one of the cafes (or bring a picnic!) and continue when you're ready. The perfect way to keep kids interested and parents happy as you explore and discover this most beautiful and fascinating of London's parks.
Experience London’s best international stand up comedy show, at Comedy Carnival in Covent Garden. Enjoy award-winning comedians from the UK and abroad for a hilarious night out in the heart of the city.
Inspired by the lively izakayas of Japan, Flesh & Buns brings bold, sharing-style dishes to London. Enjoy three delicious courses from the Flesh & Buns set menu.
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