Smithfield Stroll: Beasts, Bravehearts, and Butchers

A guided walk through history, uncovering some of Smithfield’s extraordinary stories.

Every day, as we walk through the streets of London, we pass by countless pieces of street furniture and details: memorials, murals, buildings, squares, statues, plaques, pubs, and more. They often go unnoticed, or we just take their existence for granted. But behind most of these, there are amazing stories of major historic events that have shaped Britain as a nation.
Join me on a walk that explores a thousand years of historic places, events, and the extraordinary people behind them. We’ll dive into their hopes, dreams, and the lengths they went to fight for them, sometimes even sacrificing their lives.
We’ll also discuss the cattle that has played a key role in the area’s development since medieval times, both feeding London and nourishing its culture. We’ll visit the oldest hospital, oldest church, oldest house and more.
Optional: We’ll end the tour at a local pub for a drink and a chat. (The price of drinks/food is not included in your ticket.)
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Meet: outside Farringdon station by the big red building, under the sign that’s sticking out that says “Elizabeth Line”
End: Near Smithfield meat market
The tour lasts approximately 2 hours