Alison Brooke-Turner
Profile updated 23/03/23
Regional Qualification(s):
London
Language(s):
English
Phone Number(s):
07961-890901, 020-8671 4176
Website:
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Introduction:
I have lived and worked in London all my life as a University Lecturer, a Paediatric Intensive Care Nurse, College Lecturer in History of London and a Blue Badge Guide.
I have a passion for London's history, culture, art and architecture which I would love to share with you. London is a vibrant city with a diverse culture which I can help you explore.
I have brought up my four children in London and worked with children for many years so I am the ideal guide for your family if you have a wide age range to be considered. I am equally happy to guide senior members as well as the youngest visitor.
London is brimful of history and buildings that continually surprise the viewer. The juxtaposition of 17th century churches, 18th century town houses and 21st century steel and glass structures built along the medieval street plan will delight and amaze you. Hear about the changing and developing landscape that is London.
Walk in the footsteps of famous Londoners such as the Victorian novelist Charles Dickens or see the house where Dr Johnson wrote the first dictionary. Visit famous pubs such as Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese or indulge your love of Sherlock by visiting his Museum or lunching in the Sherlock Holmes pub with memorabilia of the famous literary detective.
I love taking visitors on walking tours, whether it be a Bloomsbury Literary tour where you get to see beautiful London Squares or a walk through the old city to take in the alleyways and the famous churches built by the genius architect Sir Christopher Wren
My tours can be tailor made to cater to your individual needs and pace and as I am a Blue Badge guide we will get priority entrance to some of the sites and so will avoid long sightseeing lines.
Whatever your interests whether it is Royal London, Palaces, Castles, Cathedrals, Museums or Art Galleries let me help you enjoy the best London has to offer in a fun, informal yet highly informative way.
Personal Interests:
| London Walks and Tours |
| Museums and Galleries |
| Families,Students,Children |
| Royalty |
| Art and Architecture |
| Churches and Cathedrals |
| City of London |
| Westminster |
| Castles and Palaces |
| History and Prehistory |
| Gardens |
| Literary London |
Special Interests:
| History & Prehistory | Whether it is 1000, 2000, or millions of years in the past I can help you explore the history of London. I can show you the well known sites and the hidden gems that tell the stories of the past. After years of experience of working with children I can tailor your tour to specific needs of all ages. Let me enhance your experience with my knowledge and enthusiasm. |
| Museums | British Museum |
| Castles & Palaces | Allow me to show you the Magnificent Royal Palaces, see the splendour of the architecture and marvel at the ceremonies and traditions. |
| Churches & Cathedrals | Let me show you the wonders of our beautiful Religious buildings,Westminster Abbey and the glorious King Henry VII Chapel only matched by St George's Chapel Windsor. |
| Royalty | Let me take you on a Royal walking tour in London-Buckingham Palace, Changing of the Guard, St James's Palace, Horse Guards- see the soldiers on horses guarding the Queen and Royal Residences,see Banqueting House-the site of the execution of King Charles I in 1649,Westminster Abbey-the Coronation church and the resting place of Many Royal Kings and Queens, The Royal parks, Kensington Palace- where Queen Victoria lived and now |
| Walking Tours | Hear the stories and see the buildings, alleyways and nooks and crannies that hold the secrets of many years of history and events. Take a walking tour of Royal London, Mayfair,Westminster,The City of London founded by the Romans. Take a walking tour of Wren's City churches or the Highlights of the City such as The Bank of England, St Paul's Cathedral. Follow the route that Dickens knew well. What about Murder, Mayhem and Monasteries- a tour around Historic Smithfield. If it's your first time to London how about a highlights tour taking in Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square,The River Thames, London Eye, Whitehall, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, St James's Park, Buckingham Palace and much more. |
| Galleries | With Art and Architecture courses behind me and years of experience let me be your expert guide inside the splendid Art Galleries of in London. The National Gallery of Art, |
| Gardens | Kew Gardens |
| Sports & Pastimes | As an Olympic 2012 acredited guide I can show you you sights where medals were won in the Amazing London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Find out the history of the Olympics and hear about the development of the site and view the Stadium, Aquatics Centre and Orbit. Relive the 2012 experience on a guided tour around the perimeter of the Queen Elizabeth II Olympic Park |
Endorsements:
Windsor & Eton, 2012 Venues
Additional Qualifications:
BSc (Hons) Cert ED
Driver Guide:
No
