LGBTQI London Herstory Walking Tour
This tour has it all! First up this area is largely unspoilt having escaped the bombing of WWII which means that you will see beautiful examples of Georgian and Victoria Squares. Secondly you will discover a whole host of LGBTQI+ women whose contribution to the world of medicine, literature and art has been astounding. Your guide will tell you stories of brave and bold women whose choice to live openly queer lives in times of prejudice will surprise you. We shall also talk about Britain's first Trans woman and the help she received to transition from Britain's first Trans man! From Lesbian crime novelists to sexually, bisexual nurses to the sexually fluid Bloomsbury set! We shall walk down into Soho and your guide will introduce you to an LGBTQI + bar where you can partake of an optional drink and the chance to connect and chat with other walkers (not included but encouraged). Your guide has lived in London 40 years and was part of the LGB 80s/90s activism.
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LGBTQI London Herstory Walking Tour
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Tavistock Square
As we enter Tavistock square you will see the bust of Virgina Woolf whose tumultuous relationship with Vita Sackville West has been the topic of many films and plays.
Russell Square
London's second largest square, home to the stunning Fitzroy hotel. The most marvellous Victorian terracotta building which sits on the site of Emmeline Pankhurst's a former house. We talk about her Lesbian Driver Vera 'Jack' Holme!
Bedford Square
A lovely Georgian square home to the first women's college and here we discuss some of the first lesbian activists.
Inclusions
- Knowledge of London's Herstory past compliments of your Guide
- A huge dose of pride in establishing a long and dignified herstory
- Exercise in the fresh air with likeminded people
- Suggested further reading and watching material about our subjects
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Coffee and/or Tea
- 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
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Outside the door of Houseman's.
End Points
- On the edge of Old Compton Street by the Palace theatre
