Caroline Piper
Regional Qualification(s):
London
Language(s):
English
Phone Number(s):
07970 809434
Website:
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Introduction:
Welcome! I am a London Blue Badge Tourist Guide and owner of Piper Tours, specialising in tours of London and southern England. I am also a Cambridge University history graduate and would love to show you the places that have shaped London and England's history, and introduce you to the London of today.
I enjoy showing my home town to people from all around the world. My background is in history and I have a particular interest in the Tudors and Stuarts and World War 2. I also like exploring “off the beaten track” parts of London from bustling markets to quirky shops and restaurants and striking contemporary architecture. I spent my childhood in the countryside walking dogs across muddy fields and across country estates, so when not in London I love to visit some of England’s great stately homes and gardens, especially in Kent and the Cotswolds. When relaxing I am often to be found with my nose in a book, especially anything by Jane Austen and Agatha Christie. Before becoming a guide I spent many years in law enforcement and I remain a fan of detective and spy novels, dramas and films.
I provide a friendly and knowledgeable service to my clients, but you don't need to take my word for it - please see the excellent reviews on my website or follow the link to my Tripadvisor page.
I am a Member of the Institute of Tourist Guiding (MITG) and also a member of the British Guild of Tourist Guides and the Association of Professional Tourist Guides.
********* I am experienced at providing virtual tours and lectures if you are no longer able to visit London in person. These allow you to have fun, learn something and maintain social distance! ********
Whether you need someone to help you get the most out of a short 1 or 2 day break in London, or if you have been to London many times before and want to explore new neighbourhoods or some of London's huge world-class museums, then I am here to help!
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Personal Interests:
| Panoramic tours |
| Walking Tours |
| Museum and Gallery Tours |
| Virtual Tours |
| History |
| Royalty |
| London on film |
| Literature |
Special Interests:
| History & Prehistory | Romans, Anglo-Saxons, medieval kings and queens, Tudors, Stuarts, World War 2 and the life of Winston Churchill |
| Literature | The life and work of Shakespeare in London and Stratford-upon Avon |
| Food & Drink | The history of beer and pubs. |
| London Areas in Depth | City of Westminster |
| Regional Tours | Windsor |
| Museums | *The British Museum including the Parthenon Sculptures, ancient Assyria, the Rosetta stone, The Roman Empire, Roman Britain, Anglo-Saxon and Viking Britain (including Sutton Hoo) and Medieval Europe. |
| Castles & Palaces | English stately homes and royal palaces, including: |
| Gardens | Secret London gardens |
| Britain Today | London on Film, including; |
| Decorative Arts/Arts & Crafts | Exploring the decorative arts at the Victoria and Albert Museum, inc; |
| Churches & Cathedrals | Architecture, place in history and famous burials: |
| Architecture | Christopher Wren's architecture |
Endorsements:
Virtual Tours
Driver Guide:
No