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Transport yourself back in time to the East End of years gone by with this comprehensive walking tour given by real, born-and-bred East Enders and local teachers/historians. From the mediæval foundations of this area slumped on the edge of the City of London, to the desperate slums of the Victorian era. From the fearsome terror wreaked over the people by Jack the Ripper, the Blitz and then the Kray twins, to the migrations of numerous communities over time. This tour gives you a snapshot of life in this area throughout history - but most importantly it does it through local stories, given by local people. Not only will you see the streets and their historic remnants, you will also hear about just what life was like for those living, well trying to survive, in them.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pub immediately outside Bethnal Green Underground Station (Central Line) by the Bethnal Green Road exit.
The Blind Beggar Pub on Whitechapel Road, a stone’s throw from Whitechapel Underground Station (District, Elizabeth, Hammersmith & City and Overground Lines).
Itinerary
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1The Blind Beggar Public House Whitechapel
A historic pub named after the legendary tale of the Blind Beggar of Bethnal Green and site of the infamous murder of George Cornell by the Kray Twins
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Royal London Hospital Museum (Pass by)
The famous Royal London Hospital, centre of the Jack the Ripper murders and home for many years to Joseph Merrick, the Elephant Man
Admission ticket free -
2The Ten Bells
Stop off at the pub where Jack the Ripper’s victims are known to have drank and frolicked. Next door is the historic Christ Church, Spitalfields, location of much Georgian and Victorian poverty
7 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Beigel Bake (Pass by)
Stop off at the famous Jewish beigel shops of Brick Lane and indulge in stories about their history and that of the people who frequented them.
Admission ticket free -
3Repton Boxing Club
Poke your head into the world famous Repton Boxing Club in Bethnal Green, home to boxers including the Kray Twins, Ray Winstone and Audley Harrison. Get your gloves on for some very old school coaching and stories that will make your hairs stand on end
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4St Matthew's Bethnal Green
Stop off at the mother church of Bethnal Green and the site of the funerals of all three Kray brothers. What is more, take a look at the Watch House overlooking the churchyard and former burial ground, erected to prevent people robbing graves and body snatching, back when this was a favourite local pastime.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5E Pellicci
A very famous old east end greasy spoon still owned by the same Italian family as it was a hundred years ago. See and smell the place east enders have been lunching at for generations and, since this is the end of our tour, why not pop in for a bite to eat yourself?
10 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The remaining hours is for the walking time
- Not recommended for those who tire easily when walking
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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 a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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