Stories of London

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Explore London’s rich history in a series of guided walks. Each week we examine a different neighbourhood & era from the capital’s past. We look at its people, both rich and poor, & the events that shaped the city.
Initial lecture via Zoom followed by 6 guided walks.
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  • Start Date: 30 Apr 2025
    End Date: 11 Jun 2025
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    Wed (Daytime): 11:00 - 13:00
    Learn both online and in-person
    Location: Blended (learn both online and in-person)
    Duration: 7 sessions (over -7 weeks)
    Course Code: HLW21
    Tutors:  Eleanor Jackson
    Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £116.00
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Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £116.00

What is the course about?

Stories of the City of London: the major events and its people.

What will we cover?

The Roman city, a medieval suburb, Tudor London, the Great Fire of 1666, the Blitz, the Riverside.

What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...

Explain how and why the City of London has changed over the last 2000 years.
Identify the major buildings and sites, personalities & events associated with London’s history.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

No specific skills needed – just an interest in the history of London. An ability to participate in moderately paced walks and access the initial lecture via Zoom.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Initial lecture via Zoom followed by 6 guuided walks.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

There are no other costs.

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

You may be interested in other walks offered by City Lit, or in one of the history courses, starting in the summer or September. Please see the City Lit website. Eleanor's other courses this academic year are:

HLW96 Discovering Victorian London: empire, enterprise and education
HLW213 Sweet Thames, run softly: a cultural exploration.

Eleanor Jackson
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