Uncovering London’s stories step by step

“London goes beyond any boundary or convention. It contains every wish or word ever spoken, every action or gesture ever made, every harsh or noble statement ever expressed. It is illimitable. It is Infinite London.” Peter Ackroyd – London: The Biography

Featured Tours

Below are some of my most popular tour routes which run regularly. Click learn more to see when they’re available and to join one. You can also view the full list of tours and enquire about booking a bespoke tour below.

A tour of the clubs of St James’s and their literary and historical associations

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London Clubland

A look at the social & political history of London from Tudor times to the early twentieth century through portraits in the National Portrait Gallery.  This tour aims to contextualise the development of some aspects of modern Britain and will last one and a half hours.

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“Every Picture Tells a Story” - History Through Portraiture

Social History of Marylebone

A stroll taking in the development of transport, social housing, broadcasting and the architecture of this part of London whilst also touching upon political scandal and an unsavoury early nineteenth century trade. The tour will last approximately two hours.

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About Patrick

I was born in London, have lived here for almost all of my life and would like to share my passion for its history, culture, quirkiness and the endless stories they generate. My interests and my walks focus on Political & Social History, Literary London, Great (and not so Great) Londoners and aim bring to life the story of the capital, its development and why things turned out as they did.

  • "Clear and compelling"

    Camilla, London

  • "Eminently listenable to and some fascinating insights about an area I thought I knew!”

    Amanda, London

  • “Engaging, erudite, warm, fun, self-deprecating, energetic, wide-ranging”

    Kate, London

  • A very interesting (and entertaining) mix of content … delivered really well.

    David & Ingrid, Beaconsfield

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