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Raise a glass to history!

The tour lasts 2 hours
Available in English

Description

This tour is currently ABSOLUTELY FREE as part of its trial launch. Feedback is hugely appreciated!

Drinks are completely optional and are not included.


About the tour

Who ruled Britain? Who misruled it? Who defended it? And who challenged it?. 

From royal favourites and disastrous kings to naval heroes, revolutionaries and wartime leaders, we'll explore who ruled Britain, who misruled it, who defended it, and who challenged it.

Along the way we'll uncover hidden corners of Westminster and St James's, visit London's oldest wine bar, and discover why so much of Britain's history is best told with a drink in hand.

Pubs are entirely optional, but highly recommended. This is history told through unforgettable stories, colourful characters and the streets where it all happened.


Start: Embankment Station

Finish: St James's Square


This tour is for you if…

* You want to discover London’s hidden stories rather than tick off the famous sights.
* You enjoy quirky, memorable history with plenty of humour and fascinating facts.
* You’re curious about Britain’s kings, rebels, heroes and scandals.
* You love finding hidden gems and lesser-known corners of Westminster and St James’s.
* You appreciate a good pub story—or even better, hearing history with a drink in hand.

This tour isn’t for you if…

* You’re looking for a classic sightseeing tour of Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey or other major landmarks.
* You want a chronological history lesson packed with dates and historical detail.


Darragh
Guide: Darragh
Guiding since 2025
Hi! I'm Darragh -a history nerd with a passion for retelling the stories of the best ( and worst ) characters to walk this city's streets. After 10 years in the 'heartwarming' world of finance I'm swapping spreadsheets for street tours- and I'd love to share the experience with you. Join me for a slightly cynical take on London's history, packed with drama, intrigue, and maybe a historical pub or two. History is never boring when there is scandal, sarcasm, and maybe a pint involved.

Meeting point:Trafalgar SquareMeeting place is the ticket hall of Embankment Tube StationOpen in Google Maps
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Outside visit
St James's Palace
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Free entry
Gordon's Wine Bar
3
Outside visit
Trafalgar Square

Raise a glass to history!


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