Darrell Rivers is a British-American historian with an incredible breadth of knowledge, particularly around London. He works as a historical advisor for TV & film and a consultant for various historical projects around the world. He specialises in the Napoleonic Wars, Crimean War, and the American Civil War. He is an Associate Fellow of the Royal Historical Society and a Kentucky Colonel.
Albertopolis & Hyde Park
Prince Albert, Queen Victoria's husband and the great visionary of the Victorian Age, had a tremendous impact on Britain in the 19th century. From his patronage of science and industry with the Great Exhibition to his support for all manner of arts & culture. We will explore the area in South Kensington known as 'Albertopolis' because of its many connections to Prince Albert. We will start at the Royal Albert Hall, move across to discuss the glorious Albert Memorial and then walkers will have an option to leave or continue into the Victoria & Albert Museum for some additional fascinating sights.
Led by Victorian historian Darrell R. Rivers, in authentic Victorian clothing.
Next to the statue of Prince Albert at the back of the Royal Albert Hall. Look for the Victorian gentleman in the top hat!
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).