London Walks Courses
BAEC runs a variety of London Walks courses with our experienced tutors Jill Finch, Rebecca Ford, Michelle Greer, Andrew Sealy, Richard Watkins & Alison Wollard who are also qualified London Guides. Each term, you can explore a new part of London or re-visit areas while focusing on different aspects of the capital’s history and architecture.
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London Walks – Christmas trees and festive lights
On this 2-hour walk, we will see how the West End of London decorates for Christmas traditions. We will walk past shops, nip along lanes, pause in a famous square, and pass by several large hotels. The tutor will share details about the places we pass, their decorations, and Christmas traditions.
London Walks – Churches & Religion
Delve into the spiritual and architectural heritage of London through guided walks exploring its historic churches and religious sites.
Learn how faith, worship, and religious communities have influenced the city’s culture and landscape across the centuries.
Perfect for those interested in history, religion, and London’s rich cultural tapestry.
London Walks – Money, Merchants & Markets
Explore the rich commercial history of London through guided walks focused on the city’s financial institutions, trade hubs, and marketplaces.
Discover how money, merchants, and markets have shaped the development of the capital over the centuries.
Ideal for those interested in history, architecture, and the evolution of commerce in London.
London Walks – Secrets of London
Over four weeks, this course explores key historical and cultural aspects of the City of London. Week 1 focuses on the Great Fire of London in 1666, tracing the fire’s path and its aftermath. Week 2 involves a walk to discover hidden and visible gold that has shaped the City’s fortunes. Week 3 explores Smithfield, an area marked by historic violence and dominated by the Meat Market and St Bartholomew’s Hospital. Week 4 showcases the City’s street art, highlighting decorative features often overlooked. Each week meets at a central City location convenient for public transport.
London Walks – Settlers in the City
Discover the diverse stories of the City of London through four themed walking tours. Journey through Temple’s historic lanes, uncover the legacy of the Huguenots, celebrate the impact of women in the City, and explore how residential life has evolved amid the City’s iconic architecture. This four-week course explores different facets of life and history in the City of London. Week One takes a walking tour around the Temple area, visiting landmarks like the Royal Courts of Justice and St Clement Danes Church. Week Two focuses on the Huguenots and other nationalities who made the City their home. Week Three highlights the contributions of women throughout the City’s history, featuring notable figures past and present. Week Four examines residential life in the City today, exploring its architecture and amenities. Each week meets at a convenient central location near a tube station.
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London Walks Course Information
During the winter months and/or in case of restrictions on outdoor meetings, ‘virtual’ classroom-based walks are organised at the Kentwood centre, or online. These are usually one-off sessions and are advertised separately.
The maximum number of learners in each group is 18. Walks are extremely popular and we advise you to enrol early to secure your place.
Our students’ wellbeing and safety is our prime concern. There may be occasions when the programmes need to be altered at short notice, for example if there are new governmental safety guidance or reduced availability of public transport.
Each walk lasts 2 hours, departing from an agreed meeting point and following a planned route that features the salient points of the session’s theme. While the walks are not usually physically challenging, each route may include urban and/or rural roads and will take place in all weathers (except in extreme conditions, when it may be necessary to make alternative arrangements).
You should wear suitable clothing and footwear, including rainproof clothing and/or sun protection as appropriate.
If you would like to speak to a tutor about a particular course, let us know and we will arrange for the teacher to contact you.
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