North East
English
07591468066
In October 1346, a famous battle , the battle of Neville’s Cross took place on the outskirts of Durham. I am guiding a two hour walk and will detail the reasons for the battle, what happened on the day and how it shaped the future. Come and join me. Cost is just a fiver on the day.
There are two time slots :
Monday 16th October, 1pm
Saturday 21st October, 1pm
Both start from the Kingslodge inn car park at 1pm
For more information, contact me by DM, text or email kenlm@phonecoop.coop
Also, if you are a member of a group, I am available for bookings up to 20 people for guided walks of all the towns and cities in the North East or I can arrange a bespoke guided walk, run or bike ride. Please contact me if you have an idea and it would be my pleasure to guide you in this most wonderful region.
The North East of England is an incredible region full of amazing places, steeped in history stupendous buildings and above all, wonderful warm, friendly people. I am available to make your stay enjoyable, fun and informative and I look forward to show you this marvellous region.
In September 2021, I started working part time at the best building in the world: Durham Cathedral where I give guided tours.
For more information about me and an opportunity to review my you tube channel go to https:// http://www.kenbradshawnetourguide.co.uk/
Read about me here: https:// http://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/19711567.short-walking-tours-durham-barnard-castle-lumiere/
I have lived in Durham for 30 years with my partner and have two grown up daughters. In 2019 I begun training as a Blue Badge guide for the North East of England and in August 2021 became a member of this most distinguished club – the Institute of Tourist Guiding and the British Guild of Tourist Guides.
I am available to guide :
City and town walking tours (Durham, Newcastle, Seaham, Barnard Castle, Sunderland)
Cycling tours of Durham City and using the extensive former railway network
Durham Cathedral
Hancock Museum
Coach tours with commentary (Durham Dales, Newcastle, Teesside, Northumbria coast, Hadrian’s Wall)
Bespoke tours (gardens, landscape, history, eco-buildings, architecture, archaeology, heritage)
| Landscapes and countryside |
| City walking tours |
| Gardens and public spaces |
| Walking and cycling |
| Sustainability |
| Countryside | Expert in the Durham Magnesian Limestone country with knowledge of the Wildlife sites of the North East |
| Environment | Eco-buildings of County Durham a speciality |
| Geography & Geology | Knowledgeable on the Limestone of East Durham and other areas of the North East |
| Gardens | Former COmmunity Garden co-ordinator I understand and know about the gardens of the North East |
| Churches & Cathedrals | Particularly passion for Durham Cathedral, am currently a Visitor Experience Assistant there |
| Regional Tours | Experienced in delivering coach tours with commentary to the whole of the North East |
| Walking Tours | Can give guided tours in all of the major towns and cities of the North East as well as walking tours of the coast and countryside |
| Transport | Passion for transport and sustainable modes of transport using bicycle or coach |
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Regional Qualifications: London, Cumbria, South West, Liverpool City Region / Merseyside, South East England, Yorkshire, Heart of England, North East
Language(s): English
Regional Qualifications: Scotland, North East
Language(s): English, German, Italian, Spanish
