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Explore The Royal Parks with a Qualified London Blue Badge Tourist Guide

The Blue Badge Tourist Guides will run weekly themed walks. Each walk lasts between 1 1/2 and 2 hours.

Places are limited to a maximum of 25, so arrive early to ensure you don't miss out! There is no need to book, just turn up and pay the guide on the day.


The Royal Ladies of Kensington

From Queen Mary II to Princess Diana, hear the fascinating stories of the influential ladies who made this their home. Discover how Kensington Gardens has been transformed over the centuries, as you enjoy a stroll along its delightful paths with a professional guide.

See London's most remarkable memorial and find out what activities you can enjoy in Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park.


Where
At the South Gates Kensington Palace, in front of King William III statue.

When
Every Tuesday from 1st April, at 2pm

How much
£6 (in cash) payable to the London Blue Badge Guide


Behind the Guard Change - Parks and Palaces

This walk is ideal for anyone who wants to discover the best views to see the famous Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. Find out how to identify the various regiments, hear the stories behind the royal palaces and the monarchy whilst enjoying a walk through St James' Park and Green Park.

Please note, you will not see the Changing of the Guard on this walk but we do finish with the Punishment Parade at Horse Guards.

For the complete Guards experience, visit the Guards Museum before the walk and the Household Cavalry Museum after the walk.


Where
Outside the Guards Museum on Birdcage Walk.

When
Every Thursday from 3rd April, at 2pm

How much
£6 (in cash) payable to the London Blue Badge Guide


Peter Pan and Friends

A real treat for all ages! Discover the extraordinary world of Peter Pan on this enchanting walk through Kensington Gardens, following the footsteps of the characters that inspired this children's classic.

Hear the stories of three families - two real and one imaginary. Who was the real "boy who never grew up"?

Enjoy London's most popular statue and find out what happened to the real "lost boys".


Where
Outside Lancaster Gate tube station.

When
Every Sunday from 6th April, at 2pm

How much
£6 for (in cash) payable to the London Blue Badge Guide. £2 for children aged 3-12 years old






Awarded by the Institute of Tourist Guiding, the Blue Badge is the highest guiding qualification in Britain. Blue Badge Guides aim to make a good experience great!


For further information:

Please visit www.blue-badge-guides.com

Phone the Guild of Registered Tourist Guides on 020 7403 1115 or email guild@blue-badge.org.uk

Private tours

For your own private tour of the Royal Parks and London, please contact The Guild of Registered Tourist Guides on 020 7403 1115 or email guild@blue-badge.org.uk

Educational and foreign language tours are also available.





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