Medieval London Walking Tour Oxford PhD Historian Guide

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

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Overview

Dr Geoff, Historian and published author has a DPhil in History from The University of Oxford. His specialty is medieval England and its churches. He is an expert on England's medieval churches and England's castles, kings, queens, and wars.

You are getting an expert to walk with you throughout central London. He will bring the silent buildings to life as you learn about the incredible medieval and later history of the great city. Dr Geoff will tell you not just what happened but why it did. You will hear about why and how the churches were built. And if you know about the Da Vinci Code then you will learn about the Knights Templar and their mark on Europe and in London in the Middle Ages.

Dr Geoff has consistent 5 Star reviews on City Boat Tours which you will soon understand why.

What's Included

Admission costs to all venues

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

St. Paul's Churchyard
London EC4M 8AD, UK

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Pickup details

Dr Geoff will have a blue lanyard showing Historic Tours of England

Meeting point

St. Paul's Churchyard
London EC4M 8AD, UK

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Temple
Temple, London EC4Y 7BB, UK

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What To Expect

St. Paul's Cathedral (Pass By)

We meet at the West end of St Paul's Cathedral near the grand stairs. This marvel was built by Sir Cristopher Wren after the Great Fire of 1666. The Fire destroyed most of medieval London but there are plenty of places that survived close by. Sir Christopher plays a role in the other buildings we will see so we need to learn about him and London before 1666. It is an 18 minute walk to St Bart's.

WIlliam Wallace Memorial

On our way to St Bart's Priory we will stop at the memorial to William Wallace the Scot hero who fought for Scottish independence.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Church of St. Bartholomew the Great

The Church of St Bartholomew-the-Great is a 12th-century gem. Much of it survived not only the Great Fire of 1666 but also the Reformation, Civil War, and The Blitz of WW2. the eastern side of the church retains stunning arches, columns, and tombs. It is an early Norman church and will be valuable to compare it with the other churches we will visit built in the later medieval centuries.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Newgate Street

We will discuss the Medieval London's walls and stop at Newgate one of London's old entry points. It later gained fame as a prison. It is where the Old Bailey (London Criminal Court) was built and still used.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Temple Church

If you have seen or read The Da Vinci Code then you know about the Knights Templar. These medieval monk-knights were a wealthy and mysterious Crusader force. They had great wealth and built this church in the 12th century. This too survived the Great Fire but the Victorian restorers did most of the damage! Its incredible stone vaulted ceiling survived The Blitz when bombs rained down all around it. There is a great link here to the Founding Fathers of the United States - so it should not be missed!

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The total duration includes the walk from the meeting point until the end point.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Medieval London Walking Tour Oxford PhD Historian Guide?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025