London Street Markets Guided Tour Experience
Discover London’s Historic Street Markets on a Guided Three Hour Tour with Sandra Shevey
Gtr London
people
1 participant
hours
- • Explore London's Historic Street Markets on a Guided Tour
- • Enjoy a 3 Hour Guided Exploration of Three Iconic London Markets
- • Experience the Most Award-Nominated Documentary on London's Markets
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of London’s vibrant street markets with the Royal Charter London Street Markets Walk. This engaging three-hour tour promises a delightful experience, showcasing three of the city’s most iconic markets. Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or a first-time visitor, this adventure reveals the rich history and culture that make London’s markets a must-see destination.
During this guided walk led by the knowledgeable Sandra Shevey, discover the unique characteristics of each market you visit. The tour highlights a mix of traditional and contemporary offerings, allowing participants to sample delicious English cuisine while soaking in the lively atmosphere. Exciting stops include renowned markets where lively vendors present their specialties. Throughout the tour, stories of the markets’ heritage and significance are shared, making it both a fun and educational experience.
The Royal Charter London Street Markets Walk makes an exceptional gift for anyone who loves culture, food, and exploration. Celebrate a birthday, anniversary, or simply treat a loved one to a day of adventure in one of the world's most fascinating cities. With its captivating blend of sights, sounds, and flavors, this experience is sure to create lasting memories. Don’t miss the chance to give a gift that combines exploration with delicious offerings, creating a truly delightful day out in London.
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Experience Overview:
Royal Charter London Street Markets WalkThe old street markets are one of London`s most enduring characteristics and on this daily 3 hour tour with guide Sandra Shevey you will visit three different markets across 33 boroughs from a remit of 15 traditional London street markets.
The tours run every day but at different times to showcase the markets both at night and during the day. The Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday tours run at 6pm and end 9pm while the Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday tours run 11am - 2pm.
The Christmas Eve Day tour is great inasmuch as we capture a bit of the traditional meat market auction that features in Dickens`s `A Christmas Carol`
.Sandra Shevey`s documentary on heritage London street markets has been shortlisted for awards and is screened regularly at film festivals, most recently at the London Socialist Film Co-op (president Ken Loach) where it received a good response/
Sandra Shevey`s blog `Markets and Market Towns` was shortlisted for the UK 2017 Business Travel Journalist.
Meeting Point
Liverpool Street
Liverpool St, London EC2M 7PY, UK
Liverpool Street station off Bishopsgate...concourse level (not near underground) near the British Rail information booth concourse level British Rail trains.
What to expect:
Duration: 3 hours
Old Spitalfields Market
16 Horner Square, , London, E1 6EW
One of London`s oldest and most generic street markets. While the market has been re-furbished and has a new agenda we embrace its history and cultural heritage together with current incarnation.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Smithfield Market
Grand Ave, London, EC1A 9PS
See www.londonstreetmarketswalk.wordpress.com and
trailer for our doc http://sandrashevey.tripod.com
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Borough Market
8 Southwark Street, , London, SE1 1TL
Taster at trailer for doc Royal Charter London Street Markets http://sandrashevey.tripod.com
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
What's included:
- Guided tour with travel writer Sandra Shevey
- No single supplement
- Small groups
- Option to sample traditional English food and drink including Chelsea buns, steak and kidney pudding, scones with marmalade and cream
- 3 markets, 3 hrs from a rota of 15 ancient markets across 33 London boroughs
- Christmas Eve Day tour at no supplement
Not included:
- Travelcard or Oyster card
- Food and drinks
- Purchase of Sandra`s 30 min dvd on London`s ancient street markets...£30 direct from Sandra
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Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
A bottle of water
An umbrella
Oyster or Travel card
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
All ticket sales are final and not refundable. Reservations cannot be changed, rescheduled or refunded once confirmed. 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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London Street Markets Guided Tour Experience
Gtr London
people
1 participant
hours
- • Explore London's Historic Street Markets on a Guided Tour
- • Enjoy a 3 Hour Guided Exploration of Three Iconic London Markets
- • Experience the Most Award-Nominated Documentary on London's Markets
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