- 1.5 miles
- 1.5 Hours
- Tour guided
- Family friendly
Description
Smithfield is the oldest part of the City of London, relatively untouched by the destruction of the Great Fire of London. Join Anne to discover the monastery that once dominated the area until King Henry VIII closed it down and see its legacy, the oldest church in London and the oldest hospital in the UK. A centuries old meat market still operates here today and as well as hearing its story, we'll uncover the darker side of Smithfield's past including executions, body snatchers, plague pits and the crime-ridden slums of Victorian London.
Reviews
Anne is a fabulous tour guide
“Anne’s tours are convivial, fun, fascinating … brilliantly delivered with expertise and humour. It brought familiar parts of London to life through a new lens, and our route took us to new places. Anne is a knowledgeable and amazing guide. Five stars, would recommend.”
Alison, Bournemouth.
" Anne is a fabulous tour guide - a brilliant story teller, enthralling London histories & so entertaining through out the two hour walk. She really brought the City to life in such an accessible way - the whole family loved it."
Emma, London.
"Anne struck the perfect balance between detailed, highly informed historical input and a relaxed and easy conversational style which enabled us to ask questions and make observations. This made the experience highly enriching, rounded off in perfect style with some pub recommendations. Thank you again Anne and we can’t wait to tour with you again soon!"
Tommy, London