London has a long and dark history of martyrs, public executions, body snatchers, crime and punishment - and butchery. “A fantastic tour, brought to life by a superb, warm, and knowledgeable guide.” "Fascinating and fabulous. Recommend for both London locals and visitors. Do it, you’ll love it." "Very enjoyable..., good pace, very informative, will definitely ... Read More

The streets in Islington's most western area, adjacent to Kings Cross station, used to be slathered in advertising. On this tour we look at some of the examples that are still visible, whether painted onto walls or as carved panels, hinting at a world before back-lit perspex and interactive screens. See a cross section of ... Read More

This walk in the Angel area tells the stories of groundbreaking women of Islington that changed the course of history. "Excellent.... very professional and knowledgeable.... fun and informative" Tripadvisor 5* "A really inspiring walk" "Thanks for the great tour" The walk includes women from the 16th to the 21st centuries, who made significant contributions to ... Read More

Finsbury's narrow streets and courts provide the setting for many novels. We pass by novelist Arnold Bennetts's Riceyman Steps, through George Gissing’s Nether World, see where Dickens' Oliver Twist first met Mr Brownlow and meet the inspiration for Miss Haversham. Closely associated with the print trade, Finsbury was also home to many magazines and journals, ... Read More

I dive into the world war history of Islington. The location of the factory that saved Britain. The British soldier turned wandering buddhist mystic, the libraries haunted by wartime ghosts; The Homes of some of Islington`s heroes; The location of where some of the most notorious bombs fell in Islington and the former Arsenal stadium ... Read More