🏨 British Empire Walking Tour in Westminster London UK Activity

British Empire Walking Tour in Westminster London UK

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Overview

The story of the rise and fall of the British Empire told through the statues and Monuments in Westminster.

Come along on a walking tour around Westminster - the beating heart of British politics, that was once the centre of a global empire. At its height, the phrase "the Empire on which the sun never sets" was used to describe the vastness of the British Empire. Today, symbols of decolonisation such as statues of Mahatma Gandhi and Nelson Mandela occupy the same space as imperial heroes like Sir Winston Churchill. What does this tell us about post colonial Britain and the soft power of monuments?

Even though Britain’s imperial power is relegated to history, the long process of colonisation and decolonisation defines the world we live in today. We will discover how stories and ideas from history connect to our present by giving a fresh perspective on the statues and monuments.

What's Included

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Traveler Information

YOUTH: Age: 10 - 15
ADULT: Age: 16 - 85

Additional Info

Entire experience is outdoors and therefore it is possible to maintain social distancing. If you have COVID-19 symptoms, please follow the government’s stay at home guidance and get in touch for a full refund. Please be aware of traffic and adhere to the
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair accessible

COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Regular temperature checks for staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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.

This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

What To Expect

Parliament Square

Tour starting point - London's iconic space of power and protest. The square is surrounded by the Houses of Parliament, St Margaret's Church, the Supreme Court and HM Revenue and Customs. We will spend some time looking at the statues of historical figures that represent the history of colonisation and decolonisation.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Foreign & Commonwealth Office

Beautiful and imposing Victorian building that was once the Colonial Office. The systems of imperialism and the Victorian view of the world is on display through the statuary on its facade.

• Admission Ticket Free

Downing Street

The Prime Minister of Britain's official residence. We won't get very close but you will see where it is located.

• Admission Ticket Free

The lawns of the MOD have several monuments commemorating the British Armed Forces. We will look at the Chindit Memorial and the statue of Major General Charles Gordon.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

Our opportunity to see horses from the Household Cavalry standing guard. You may want to return to this spot at 4pm to see the 'Punishment Parade.'

• Admission Ticket Free

St. James's Park

The tour ends opposite the park. It is a great direction to head off in after the walk as it houses a cute cafe and several kiosks for refreshments. There are several varieties of birds including Pelicans. At the other end of the park is Buckingham Palace, Green Park and Hyde Park.

• Admission Ticket Free

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