Free tour
The Bookish History Tour of London Bridge: Shakespeare, Dickens, Keats and more
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Guru: Adam
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Registered on 14 January 2026
Adam is a poet, writer, professional tour guide and lawyer. He runs Bookmarked, a literary walking tour company, and Storytime, a weekly storytelling night. His first poetry collection was published in December 2023.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free
Tour description
London is the city with perhaps the greatest literary history in the world... And there are very few walks that guide you in the footsteps of many of the greatest writers that have made their home in this city.
The Bookish History Tour of Southwark guides you in the footsteps of Shakespeare, Dickens, Keats, Geoffrey Chaucer and several others.
My name is Adam, I am a local writer and poet, and I am passionate about the wonderful bookish history of London.
All tours begin at The George, the most literary pub in London, with tales of Dickens and the rich and colourful history of the Borough of Southwark.
We then pay visits to Geoffrey Chaucer (the author of the Canterbury Tales), John Keats, and Dickens again - with nods to Zadie Smith and other contemporary British writers.
We conclude the tour in Shakespeare's old stomping ground - with the tour ending just outside the Globe by the River Thames.
The Bookish History Tour of Southwark is not an ordinary history tour, as it combines classic history tour with readings and excerpts from some of the finest writing ever put to page.
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
Punto de encuentro
I'll be standing under the pub sign outside The George, 75 Borough High St, London SE1 1NH. I'll be holding a large leather bound book.
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Outside visit
Tabard Inn and Geoffrey Chaucer Plaque
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Outside visit
John Keats statue
3
Outside visit
Marshalsea Prison South Wall
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.
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Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 2 people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
The Bookish History Tour of London Bridge: Shakespeare, Dickens, Keats and more
