London 90 Minute Slavery And City Tour
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£20
London
Gtr London
1-15
people
price for
1 participant
1 hour
30 minutes
  • • Hear Insights Into Britain's History Of Slavery
  • • Focus On The Role Of The City Of London
  • • Expert Guides With In Depth Knowledge
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Why We Love This Unique Experience

Step back in time and delve into the fascinating history of Britain on the Slavery and City of London Walking Tour. Led by expert guides with a wealth of knowledge, this tour offers a unique perspective on the role played by the City of London in the history of slavery. During the tour, you'll be taken on a journey through time, discovering the hidden depths, labyrinths, and intriguing sculptures that make the City of London an iconoclastic location. 

As you explore the city, your guides will provide revealing insights into Britain's history, going back 2000 years, with a specific focus on the dark chapter of slavery. From the trading posts of the past to the remnants of the slave trade, this walking tour will shed light on the City of London's involvement in the slave trade and the lasting impact it had on the city and its people. You'll learn about the individuals and institutions that profited from this trade, as well as the resistance and abolitionist movements that emerged. The guides are passionate about sharing their knowledge and engaging visitors with thought-provoking stories and historical facts. The Slavery and City of London Walking Tour is not only a journey through history but also a chance to reflect on the past and its relevance in today's world. It offers a unique and educational experience for history enthusiasts, locals, and visitors alike. 

Gift this experience to someone who enjoys exploring hidden histories and uncovering the untold stories of the past. It is a meaningful and thought-provoking gift that will leave a lasting impression. 

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Experience Overview:

Slavery And City Of London Walking Tour

During this tour you will receive revealing information about the history of Britain going back 2000 years. It will focus on slavery with particular reference to the role played by the City of London. You will be led by well trained guides with a wealth of knowledge. We have been conducting tours for over five years and have received great feedback from happy and satisfied customers. You will be shown hidden depths, labyrinths, sculptures, and more, that together form the iconoclastic location that is the City of London.

Meeting Point

Tower Hill Tram

Trinity Square, London EC3N 4TH, UK

Our Tour Guide will be immediately in front of Tower Hill Tram holding a sign with our company name.

What's included:

  • Slavery and The City of London Walk

What to expect:

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes

Tower of London

London, EC3N 4AB

The Ordnance Office at the Tower of London was where Granville Sharp was employed. He was one of the most prominent anti-slavery people in 18th century Britain.

Pass by without stopping

Roman wall ofLondonium

London Tower, London, EC3R 7NA

This wall led to the creation and founding of Londinium 2000 years ago. The ancient Romans took Britons as slaves although they complained the Brits were lazy!

5 minutes

Lloyds of London

London, Greater London Ec3m 7ha 1 Lime Street, Jcn, of LEADENHALL STREET, London, EC3M 7HA

This is the site where East India House was located. That was the headquarters for the East India Company. The East India Company relied on slave labour and trafficked in slaves from East and West Africa.

Pass by without stopping

Fenchurch Street

Fenchurch St, City of London, London, UK

Fen Gardens contains the Gilt of Cain Sculpture. This commemorates the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade.

10 minutes

St. Michael's Cornhill

St. Michaels Rectory St. Michael's Alley, London, EC3V 9DS

The Jamaica Wine House. Location of London's first coffee house - the Jamaica Coffee House which was a hub in the sugar trade and slave plantations of the West Indies

Pass by without stopping

St. Mary Woolnoth Church

King William Street, London, EC3V 9AN

Slavery abolitionist John Newton was rector of this church.

10 minutes

Bank of England Museum

Bartholomew Lane, , London, EC2N 8AH

The Bank of England has apologised for the involvement of some past former directors and governors in the slave trade and promised to remove all statues and paintings of them from public display in it's Threadneedle Street building.

15 minutes

Guildhall

71 Basinghall Street, London, EC2V 7HH

This edifice epitomise the involvement of London in the transatlantic slave trade. Sherifs, mayors, and aldermen of the City of London met here as shareholders of the Royal Africa Company.

Pass by without stopping

St. Paul's Cathedral

St Paul's Churchyard, London, EC4M 8AD

The walk finishes by St Paul's underground station, which is on the Central line

5 minutes

Details & Important Info

Additional Experience Details & Important Information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellations & Refunds

Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds

Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.

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Slavery and the City of London Tour

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London
Gtr London
1-15
people
price for
1 participant
1 hour
30 minutes
  • • Hear Insights Into Britain's History Of Slavery
  • • Focus On The Role Of The City Of London
  • • Expert Guides With In Depth Knowledge
or

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