Explore London’s riverside districts, reflect on their history and development. Our walks will include the City, Southwark , Wapping, The Isle of Dogs, Rotherhithe , Greenwich, Putney, Mortlake & Barnes, Richmond and Chiswick.
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The history and development of a series of riverside areas in London
Our first meeting will be for a City Riverside walk, meeting outside Blackfriars Underground Station (the exit of the station on North side of London Bridge).
What will we cover?
The history of the Thames, development, topography, industry, riverside sports and traditions, regeneration, notable personalities, social history, royal connections
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
Evaluate the significance of each the areas visited and explain changes over time.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
No skills or knowledge required. You need to be able to undertake a two guided tour weekly at a moderate pace. You should follow the health and safety guidance of the tutor at all times when out and about in London.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Walking tours, aide memoire, discussion. No homework.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
No costs. Suitable clothes for the weather on the day, comfortable footwear and an umbrella in case of rain!
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Diane's other courses for the 26/27 academic year are: HLW237 From markets to malls: the history of shopping in London HLW215 The old Jewish East End HLW216 Crime and Punishment in Old London HLW69 Art Deco London walk
Diane Burstein has a BA Honours Degree in English Literature and History and over 20 years of experience working as a qualified Tour Guide in the city where she has lived all her life. She holds the London Blue Badge, the capital's highest guiding qualification and, through her regular contributions to local radio stations BBC Radio London and LBC, she has become one of London's best known guides. She is the author of the book "London Then and Now" and is currently working on a new book based on the lesser known areas that she visits on her tours. Diane is still as enthuastic about her job as she was on the day she first qualified and loves to show visitors and Londoners the more unusual sites and places away from the tourist trail. The reason Diane loves working for City Lit is that the students are so erudite,engaged and enthusiastic. She welcomes new learners and those who know London well but want to dig deeper.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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