London Witch History Walking Tour

Experience London’s wicked history and see famous sights on this spellbindingly unique walking tour, led by a bewitching guide!
Join your characterful witch guide to hear true historical tales of suspected London witches across the ages and the great injustices that befell them. Nicholas Culpepper; "people’s herbalist" or bad boy herb doctor? Did Margery Jourdemayne deserve her terrible fate? And who was the last "real" witch”?

Witness fascinating pieces of London history along the way too; secrets of Southwark Cathedral, The Golden Hinde, The Globe Theatre, Millennium Bridge and so very much more await on this character led walking tour.

In an experience that brings together true stories, history, and a wisdom that we can learn from our terrible ways of the past, you are sure to fall in love with this historic small part of the city and be enthralled by London’s witchy chronicles. You may even see some famous filming locations from Harry Potter along the way!

Meeting Point

Southwark View Point

London SE1 9DF, UK

Meet at the Southwark Viewpoint, Minerva Square.
Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to check in for your tour. Unfortunately we are unable to provide refunds for no-shows. The start of the tour cannot be delayed due to operational reasons. If you are running late, please call: +44 (0)330 043 6292.

What's included:

• Character Guide

Not included:

• Admissions to attractions. This is a walking tour only.

What to expect:

Duration: between 1 hour, 10 minutes and 1 hour, 15 minutes

Southwark Cathedral

1 London Bridge, Montague Close, London, SE1 9DA

Meet your Witch-Guide on the banks of the Thames in this lesser-known quiet space behind Southwark Catherdral. Meet your coven, discover the theme of your adventure and hear your first Witch related story.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Borough Market

8 Southwark Street, , London, SE1 1TL

Pass by the iconic Borough Market and soak in the atmosphere as you continue your expedition of the spooky and strange.

5 minutes

Golden Hinde

Cathedral Street, St Mary Overie Dock, London, SE1 9DE

Marvel and the grandeur of this famous ship and hear more tales of the unexpected with this dramatic backdrop.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Winchester Palace

Clink Street, London, SE1 9DG

Onwards over the cobbles, these palace ruins take you by surprise. The perfect backdrop for more stories from the past.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

The Clink Prison Museum

1 Clink Street, London, SE1 9DG

Head down the infamous and once dreaded Clink Street past the Old Prison. Learn of the witches who may have spent time behind bars in the City of London.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Shakespeare's Globe Theatre

21 New Globe Walk, , London, SE1 9DT

This reconstruction will take your breath away, as you soak up the atmosphere and discover more about the witch that inspired a play and other fascinating facts.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Millennium Bridge

Thames Embankment, London, SE1 9JE

Take in some of the best views of London as you traverse the Thames. You may recognise some filming locations from Harry Potter as you head towards the stunning St Paul's Catherdral.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

St. Paul's Cathedral

St Paul's Churchyard, London, EC4M 8AD

We wind up in the shadows of this epic structure, reflect on the incredible journey of discovery and what you have learned before heading off the explore the area on your own, or onwards to your next adventure.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included