London Gunpowder Plot Private Walking Tour

Remember, remember, the fifth of November.Gunpowder, Treason, and Plot!
As Guy Fawkes Night approaches, uncover the secrets of the infamous Gunpowder Plot on this private walking tour of London. As you travel back to the year 1605 you will hear the story of this most audacious conspiracy and see the London locations where Guy Fawkes, Robert Catesby, Tom Wintour, and the rest of their confederates met and discussed their plans.
* See the sites of the Duck and Drake and the Mermaid Tavern
* Visit the scene of Guy Fawkes's execution
* Learn about the background to the plot and hear about some of the historical controversies
* Debate who wrote the warning letter. Whoddunit?
* Delve into the murky world of 17th Century politics
* Hear the thrilling tale unravel and see some of London's best preserved medieval buildings (places familiar to Fawkes and friends)
This private tour is perfect for people who enjoy history that goes 'snap, crackle and pop'. Come and enjoy the story!

Meeting Point

St Margaret's Church

St Margaret St, London SW1P 3JX, UK

Meet outside the main entrance to the church of St Margaret's, Westminster. The church is directly opposite the Houses of Parliament and adjacent to Westminster Abbey. The nearest tube station is Westminster. Your guide will be wearing a red lanyard.

What to expect:

Duration: 3 hours

Saint Margaret's Church on Parliament Square

Westminster Abbey, 20 Dean's Yard, London, SW1P 3JX

We begin at Westminster, the scene of the intended crime, before making our way towards the Strand where the plot was hatched.

30 minutes

City of London

London

Heading up the historic Strand, we soon find ourselves in the City of London. The oldest part of London, we will walk through its atmosphere streets and learn how the plot unfolded. From secret tavern meetings, and eaves droppers and spies, to trials, and execution, this part of the tour gets to the heart of the plot.

2 hours

All Hallows By The Tower

Byward Street, , London, EC3R 5BJ

We end in the vicinity of the Tower of London and an aptly named pub called the Hung, Drawn, and Quartered.

30 minutes

What's included:

• Qualified Guide

Not included:

• Gratuities