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SUMMARY:Union Chapel Guided Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Union Chapel has towered over Upper Street in Islington since the 1870s and today thrives as an award-winning venue\, homelessness project and a working radical church. \nOn the tour\, led by an expert Islington Guided Walks guide\, you’ll see this architectural gem up close and discover the building’s fascinating history. \nThe Grade I listed Victorian Gothic Chapel is one of the largest Nonconformist churches in London. It houses an important Father Henry Willis organ that is one of few left in the UK with an original hydraulic blowing system\, stunning stained glass windows and a distinctive octagonal interior built for acoustics and visibility. \nTake a tour and learn more about Islington’s heritage\, the Chapel’s triumphant survival after a wartime bomb\, and the fascinating story of its near demolition in the 1980s\, at a time when Victorian architecture was only just being appreciated.
URL:https://islingtonguidedwalks.com/our-walk/union-chapel-guided-tour/2025-06-04/
LOCATION:Union Chapel\, 19b Compton Terrace\, London\, N1 2UN\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:The River Fleet from King's Cross to Farringdon
DESCRIPTION:This walk traces the route of the now-subterranean River Fleet\, which also marks the border between today’s Camden and Islington boroughs. ‘Beating the Bounds’ around the borders between parishes\, land ownerships and similar is an ancient tradition\, where the boundary was literally paced out and marked with stones each year. Our route also explores nearby signs of previous boundaries of parishes\, vestries\, water conduits and historic landowners.\nAlong the way\, we’ll see varied architecture from pretty Georgian and Victorian terraces to old burial grounds\, narrow passages that were once slums and restored industrial buildings; see if we can spot historic boundary markers; meet mediaeval monks\, Tudor and Victorian philanthropists\, a dynasty of 19C architects and builders; and hear of lost wells and pleasure gardens.
URL:https://islingtonguidedwalks.com/our-walk/the-river-fleet-from-kings-cross-to-farringdon/2025-06-07/
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SUMMARY:Cultural Clerkenwell - a walking tour
DESCRIPTION:Walk in the footsteps of Shakespeare and Dickens and see contemporary art in London’s oldest parish church with guide Nigel Smith. \nSince the middle-ages\, when religious pageants were held on the banks of the River Fleet and entertainers performed at the annual Bartholomew’s Fair\, Clerkenwell has been a part of London steeped in cultural history. \nTheatre\, literature\, music\, film\, architecture\, food\, sculpture and visual art spanning the last 900 years are all covered as we wander the streets and alleys of this atmospheric neighbourhood. \nIn addition to following in the footsteps of William Shakespeare and Charles Dickens\, along the way you’ll hear how William Morris\, Agatha Christie\, Vladimir Lenin\, William Hogarth and Benjamin Franklin have all left their mark on Clerkenwell. \nIn London’s oldest parish church you’ll see a striking sculpture by one of Britain’s most controversial artists. Down hidden alleyways you’ll find out about one of London’s great 17th-century theatres\, a pioneering architectural partnership and an unsung champion of classical music. You’ll also see why this historic area has been a location for some of Hollywood’s biggest movies. And you’ll get the chance to see close-up the site that gave Clerkenwell its name. \nThe tour lasts about 2 hours. It starts outside Barbican underground station (Hammersmith & City line) and ends at Farringdon station.
URL:https://islingtonguidedwalks.com/our-walk/cultural-clerkenwell-a-walking-tour-2/
LOCATION:Barbican Tube\, Aldersgate Street\, London\, EC1A 4JA\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Up and Down Upper Street
DESCRIPTION: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. \n“Jonathan’s narrative flowed beautifully – hugely informative and very entertaining.” \nAt the heart of Islington is Upper Street\, the borough’s main road and once part of the main route for drovers bringing livestock into Smithfield Market in the City of London. Islington comprised Upper Street\, Essex Road (formerly Lower Street/Lower Road) and a lot of fields until the 18th century. \nThe gateway to Upper Street is Angel\, a name which has come to denote this whole quarter.\n• Learn how the tube station\, and the area\, got its name.\n• Hear echoes of forgotten tramways\, waterways and cattle droving routes.\n• See the church that distils Islington’s history in a single building; and two contrasting theatres.\n• Find out about Islington’s takeover of the former borough of Finsbury.\n• Discover a hidden garden most locals don’t even know; and Upper Street’s newest public space. \nThe walk lasts approximately two hours. Please be prepared for all weather conditions! \nStart: Outside Angel tube station\, Islington High Street\, N1 8XX.\nFinish: a short walk from Highbury & Islington tube station. \n“…wonderful tour of Angel… very impressed by your extensive knowledge.” \n“…a perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon\, the tour was brilliantly structured.” \nTickets from Guided walks\, London blog | London On The Ground
URL:https://islingtonguidedwalks.com/our-walk/up-and-down-upper-street-4/
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SUMMARY:St Mary Islington - Church and Tower tour
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOn this 90-minute guided tour you’ll learn about the 12th-century Norman church and its 15th-century medieval successor. In the 18th century it was completely rebuilt\, lasting until 1940 when St Mary’s became the first London church to be destroyed in World War II. Only the tower and steeple survived the bomb; the main body of the church was rebuilt in 1956\, a fascinating example of post-war reconstruction and design. \nAs well as providing a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s and how it has influenced Islington today\, you’ll also have the opportunity to climb the 120 steps to the top of tower\, giving you a bird’s-eye view over London. \n\n\n\n\nReviews of this tour\n⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “The guided tour of St Mary’s\, Upper Street\, Islington was fascinating and the view from the top of the tower was very special indeed.” \n⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “An excellent informative tour of St Mary’s Church. We had a great trip up the church tower with fabulous views over London. But we were also entertained with an interesting history of the church and its site – despite living very locally for over 30 years it is amazing what you miss on your doorstep!” \n⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Great tour of St Mary’s Islington – a very beautiful church with lots of history. The best bit though was the opportunity to climb up the tower for a fantastic view. Highly recommended.” \n⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “A very interesting 90 minutes. Guide friendly\, well-prepared\, informative and easy to listen to. Getting to the top of the 18th-century church tower is the highlight.”
URL:https://islingtonguidedwalks.com/our-walk/st-mary-islington-church-and-tower-tour/2025-06-28/
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SUMMARY:Unusual Islington - a walking tour
DESCRIPTION:Discover the hidden gems that make this corner of London so unique \nJoin qualified local guide Nigel Smith for a captivating and surprising journey through the charming streets of Islington. \nThis two-hour walking tour is designed to unveil the area’s rich and often overlooked history\, showcasing the intriguing stories and quirky details that make this corner of London so unique. \nJust a stone’s throw from bustling Upper Street we’ll delve into the hidden alleyways\, secret gardens and architectural oddities that even locals might miss. You’ll uncover tales of radical politicians\, ghostly goings-on and the philanthropists whose generosity more than 600 years ago is still enjoyed today. Strolling through serene squares and peaceful backstreets you’ll discover that Islington is a lot more unusual than you might think… \nThis tour is perfect for anyone curious about London’s lesser-known stories\, whether you’re a longtime resident or a first-time visitor. Prepare to be surprised\, entertained\, and enlightened as we uncover the unusual and captivating history of Islington. \nThe tour lasts approximately two hours\, starts outside Angel Station and ends at Islington Town Hall on Upper Street.
URL:https://islingtonguidedwalks.com/our-walk/unusual-islington-a-walking-tour/2025-06-29/
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