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A tour of the fascinating story of the City of London's lost churches (including sites such as St Paul's Cathedral, The Monument to the Great Fire and the ruins of St Dunstan-in-the-East) led by Dr Steve, an expert in the history of church closure. Customers will learn unique insights from research into why and how the number of City churches was reduced through fire, enemy action and deliberate pulling-down by church authorities. This tour will appeal to lovers of churches, tradition, history and those who enjoy the charm of ruined buildings. Walking at a moderate pace, sometimes through hidden alley ways and encountering some delightful green spaces in the midst of the hustle and bustle of the Square Mile, tour-goers will be left with an enhanced knowledge and fun experience.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet Dr Steve outside the Globe Pub, 83 Moorgate, London EC2M 6SA (A short walk from Moorgate rail station.)
Itinerary
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1London Wall
The tour begins at London Wall with a description of the ancient City of London and a consideration of the ruins of St Elsyng Sp.ital
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Guildhall
The tour continues in the precinct of the Guildhall to consider how and why decisions were made to pull down some City churches.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3St. Paul's Cathedral
In the grounds of the Cathedral consideration is given to some of the churches destroyed by fire in 1666 and during WW2.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4The Monument to the Great Fire of London
We pause by the monument to the Great Fire which destroyed many City churches.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5St. Dunstan In The East
The tour ends in the beautiful grounds of this now ruined church.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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