Discover how Islington developed from a rural settlement and centre for dairy farming into the diverse, bustling area it is today. In 1086 the Domesday Book reported that Islington contained just 27 households. Today its quarter-of-a-million residents live in an area that boasts world-class cultural venues but also less green space than any other London ... Read More
This brand new London On The Ground walk in the Angel area tells the stories of groundbreaking women of Islington that changed the course of history. It will have its first outing on 8 March 2025, International Women’s Day. (London On The Ground’s ‘Groundbreaking Women in the City’ tour will take place a week earlier, ... Read More
This is the perfect guided walk for those with a keen interest in history, London and alcohol. The walk ventures through Clerkenwell, historically an area of gin and beer production. Explore the past and uncover the relationship between different classes in London and what this meant for the alcohol they were able to drink.
Islington, now the most densely populated London borough, was for centuries famed for its pastures, dairies, fresh water wells and pleasure gardens. Today, this inner urban borough offers an eclectic range of modern shops, restaurants, theatres, pubs and cafes, but its history remains there, hidden in plain sight. "Jonathan's narrative flowed beautifully - hugely ... Read More
ictorian London was a dangerous place especially after dark, with highwaymen and other scoundrel’s waiting to pounce on anyone crossing their path. Imagine stepping back in time to 1837, when London was a bustling city and not so different from today’s metropolis. You see people walking down the street with their heads held high as ... Read More
St Mary’s, Islington on Upper Street has played a central role in the history of Islington for a thousand years. During this time several different churches have stood on the site, leaving an eclectic range of architectural styles. On this 90-minute guided tour you’ll learn about the 12th-century Norman church and its 15th-century medieval successor. ... Read More
The tour will span over 400yrs of history including: the origins of one of the country’s oldest theatres; an engineering wonder from the Elizabethan times; the site of what was once Britain’s most notorious prison; a Victorian scandal; the open spaces that were once home to spas, pleasure gardens and occasionally protest & insurrection; the ... Read More
Climb 178 steps to the top of the Caledonian Market Clock Tower for fabulous panoramic views across London. On the way up you’ll learn about the history of the market and the area from our experienced and knowledgeable Islington Guides and get close-up views of the turret clock in action.
Climb 178 steps to the top of the Caledonian Market Clock Tower for fabulous panoramic views across London. On the way up you’ll learn about the history of the market and the area from our experienced and knowledgeable Islington Guides and get close-up views of the turret clock in action.
When you visit Islington today, it’s hard to believe that this charming, vibrant neighborhood was once known as “Cow Town,” a bustling dairy hub with muddy streets that later turned into a slum. Our walk kicks off where local history began 1,000 years ago, and we’ll explore a fantastic blend of busy places and quiet ... Read More
Step back in time to when this area had a wild reputation! Discover how it transformed from a place to avoid to a sought-after postcode. Explore Georgian North Clerkenwell, uncovering tales of radicals and entertainers, and marvel at stunning Georgian engineering where the Georgians came to play and revel.
A stroll through more than 100 years of Islington cinema-going; all between Angel and Essex Road stations. We’ll encounter Victorian showmen, architectural wonders and tales of bad behaviour in the stalls. Come to discover hidden gems and hear what a night ‘at the flicks’ was like decades before multiplexes. In addition to such landmarks as ... Read More