Tim Martin

Regional Qualification(s):

London

Language(s):

English

Phone Number(s):

020-8688-1653, 07949-784157

Contact guide

Introduction:

I have lived and worked in London all my life and can show you some of the hidden delights of this wonderful town. My back ground is in Hotel and Catering. I am an enthusiastic communicator who was awarded the Blue Badge in 2005. I am Entertaining,informative and professional, I will ensure you get the most out of your visit. Highlight and in-depth tours of Westminster Abbey, St Paul's Cathedral, Tower of London, Tate Britain, Tate Modern, British Museum, National Gallery, V&A etc. Fascinating walking tours of the City, Chelsea, Kensington, Hampstead, Southwark, Covent Garden, Soho, Docklands, Westmister, St James's, Spitalfields plus thematic tours such as Literary London, Legal London, Da Vinci Code, architectural tours etc. Out of London, I can show you the best of Windsor, Hampton Court, Bath, Oxford, Stratford upon Avon, Cotswolds, Salisbury, Stonehenge, Winchester, Canterbury.I have spent many years in the hospitality industry and also worked for the Met.Police I have travelled to many countries, as well as exploring the British Isles, so I appreciate how valuable a tourist's time is and what makes a trip memorable. From students to VIPs, individuals to groups, give me a call to arrange your memorable visit.I recognise that visitors need a flexible and intelligent guide to get the most from there trip ."It was a true pleasure to meet you and you made out Trip to England very memorable" " I learnt so much you are a great guide" " We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in England .We could not have had a better tour Guide .Your personal touch has made our stay enjoyable and memorable .Thank you for your time and for being so wonderful "

Personal Interests:

Pagentry and Tradition
Conferences and Incentives
Walking Tours and Coach Tours
2012 Olympic Venues
Westminster Abbey
Tower of London
Windsor Castle
Kensington Palace
Greenwich
Hampton Court Palace
Student and school groups
Family groups
Oxford and Stratford
Filmed sites in London
World War II ,Churchill and Imperial War Museums
Docklands
Canterbury Cathedral
Bath and Stonhenge

Special Interests:

Castles & Palaces

Step back in time and hear the stories behind places like Windsor Castle, Hampton Court Palace and the Tower of London. Out of town to Leeds Heaver Dover castles.Also we can go and visit some of the wonderful stately homes like Blenheim

Walking Tours

The best way to discover London is on foot. Let me show you the real, but sometimes hidden London. Ripper tours ,walks around the City of London,Westminster Covent Garden,St James's ,Legal London

Food & Drink

London is full of wonderful shops and restaurants making it the "food capital of the world". Find out why and where!

Museums

Enhance your visit with one of my tours of the famous or specialist collections The Imperial War and Churchill Museums .The British ,natural History ,Science Museums

Conferences & Incentives

My professional service will ensure your valued clients have a memorable,enjoyable and informative time. I enjoy taking groups on the London Eye and pointing out the sites.If you are moving your group from conference to a restaurant hire a guide to show them the sites .

Churches & Cathedrals

Find out how they were built and why they were designed the way they are. Hear the stories behind the people commemorated. Let me show you the wonders of Westminster Abbey.or St Paul's Cathedral

Royalty

Discover where they live, play, work and are buried. We have thousands of years of royal history.Let me show you the Changing of the guard and explain to you the different regiments of foot and Horse guards

Britain Today

Britain has a vast history and has changed over the centuries let me show you what Britain is like today

Regional Tours

By Cocah I can cover area like Bath,Warwick,Canterbury ,the Cotswolds ,Dover,Deal.I can help you plan your trip around the UK and suggest places to visit

London Areas in Depth

Endorsements:

Canterbury Cathedral, 2012 Venues

Additional Qualifications:

OND Hotel and Catering

Driver Guide:

No