Introduction:

I qualified top of my year as a Blue Badge Tourist Guide in 2009. As a Driver Guide I enjoy showing my clients the glorious British countryside, and the delights of our Stately Homes. And I am equally happy doing Walking Tours around London. I have a particular interest in Monarchy and the Aristocracy, and specifically the Stately Homes of England.

I have lectured on the subject of the late Queen Elizabeth II’s Perdonal Jewellery Collection

Past clients have been kind enough to say:
'Viv was as good as a Tour Guide gets. She was knowledgable, a great story teller, enthusiastic, energetic, and fun. One of the best tours I've had'.
'Viv was beyond fabulous - both boys loved it! She had a great way of connecting with the boys and we all learned so much'.
'Thank you for such a wonderful tour of Spitalfields + Shoreditch. We all loved it and thought you were amazingly knowledgeable. Super impressed at all you know about Street Art - your children should be aware that they have a very 'cool' mother!'
'We wanted to express our utmost appreciation for guiding us in and around London, the Cotswolds and beyond. Your hospitality, professionalism, knowledge, enthusiasm, patience, warmth and sense of humour made all the difference and provided us with an educational, fun and unforgettable experience. In fact, the whole family wants to adopt you and take you home with us! We feel so fortunate not only to have had the privilege of having you as our Guide but also of meeting you and getting to know you. We feel like we won the jackpot - you are a true prize!'
'Viv was simply a joy to spend time with. She was wonderful, personable, engaging, with a staggering knowledge base. She paced everything perfectly. I would recommend her to anyone looking for the best private guide!'
'Viv is a powerhouse! What knowledge and delivery! Amazing amount of fascinating, infectious enthusiasm for her subject - she was quite brilliant!'
'You are a terrific ambassador for your city and, perhaps more than anything, the British monarchy.Many Americans view the monarchy as outdated and serving little purpose, but you provided a real appreciation of how England's monarchs helped create Pax Brittanica and spread your culture throughout the world. Perhaps Buckingham Palace should put you on a retainer.You can give them our endorsement...'
'I want you to know how much our family enjoyed being with you during our recent visit to London. You were just wonderful and a terrific representative of this very special and historic City. Your vast knowledge made our various tours especially enjoyable. We all learned so much and we certainly won't soon forget the special time we spent with you. And our grandchildren consider you a new 'best friend'. Our trip would not have been the success it was had it not been for you. Thank you for the courtesy you extended - your assistance meant a great deal to all of us.'
'Viv was incredibly passionate about the subject and a delight to have as our host. We loved the tour and Viv was simply the 'whole package'. Definitely the best tour of our trip.'
But my best moment was when the great story-teller, Khaled Hosseini (The Kite Runner, A Thousand Splendid Suns, And The Mountains Echoed')' said: 'Thank you for the stories'.

I have a degree from Durham University.
I am currently studying part-time for a Research Masters in the History of the British Country House (University of Buckingham)
My aim is to be informative, but fun.