--- title: London Witches and History Walking Tour lang: en type: tour city: London country: United Kingdom price: 21 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.87 reviews: 130 duration_minutes: 70 duration_max_minutes: 75 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 63 of 92 (Walking Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/london-witches-and-history-walking-tour/ --- # London Witches and History Walking Tour **Guidekin's take:** Hear stories of accused London witches along Southwark and Bankside on the River Thames. A character guide leads the walk and storytelling; sights are viewed from outside, with no attraction admissions included. 4.87 from 130 reviews at €21 per person for 1h 10m–1h 15m. ## Overview Experience London’s wicked history and see famous sights on this spellbindingly unique walking tour, led by a bewitching guide! Join your characterful witch guide to hear the true tales of accused London witches across the ages and the great injustices that befell them. Nicholas Culpepper; "people’s herbalist" or bad boy herb doctor? Did Margery Jourdemayne deserve her terrible fate? And who was the last "real" witch”? Witness fascinating pieces of London history along the way too; secrets of Southwark Cathedral, The Golden Hinde, The Globe Theatre, Millennium Bridge and so very much more await on this character led walking tour. In an experience that brings together true stories, history, and a wisdom that we can learn from our terrible ways of the past, you are sure to fall in love with this historic part of the city and be enthralled by London’s witchy chronicles. You may even see some famous filming locations from Harry Potter along the way! ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet your guide at the Southwark… - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Starts 14:00, 16:00, 18:00: 3 departures a day - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €19: ages 5 to 15 ## Key facts - Price: from €21 per person - Duration: 1h 10m–1h 15m - Rating: 4.87/5 from 130 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 98% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Enthral Experiences ## What's included - A fully guided walking tour along the Southwark and Bankside banks of the River Thames - Professional character-guide delivering immersive storytelling ## Not included - Admissions to attractions. This is a walking tour only. ## Itinerary 1. **Southwark Anglican Cathedral** (10m) - Meet your Witch-Guide on the banks of the Thames in this lesser-known quiet space behind Southwark Catherdral. Meet your coven, discover the theme of your adventure and hear your first Witch related story. 2. **Borough Market** (5m) - Pass by the iconic Borough Market and soak in the atmosphere as you continue your expedition of the spooky and strange. 3. **Golden Hinde** (10m) - Marvel and the grandeur of this famous ship and hear more tales of the unexpected with this dramatic backdrop. 4. **Winchester Palace** (10m) - Onwards over the cobbles, these palace ruins take you by surprise. The perfect backdrop for more stories from the past. 5. **The Clink Prison Museum** (10m) - Head down the infamous and once dreaded Clink Street past the Old Prison. Learn of the witches who may have spent time behind bars in the City of London. 6. **Shakespeare's Globe Theatre** (10m) - This reconstruction will take your breath away, as you soak up the atmosphere and discover more about the witch that inspired a play and other fascinating facts. 7. **Millennium Bridge** (10m) - Take in some of the best views of London as you traverse the Thames. You may recognise some filming locations from Harry Potter as you head towards the stunning St Paul's Catherdral. 8. **St. Paul's Cathedral** (10m) - We wind up in the shadows of this epic structure, reflect on the incredible journey of discovery and what you have learned before heading off the explore the area on your own, or onwards to your next adventure. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 14:00, 16:00, 18:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meet your guide at the Southwark Viewpoint, Minerva Square. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to check in for your tour. Unfortunately we are unable to provide refunds for no-shows. If you are running late, please call: +44 (0)330 043 6292. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJSyXURrsDdkgRHgvVhK9JKOc ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Admissions to several places are not included because we are only visiting them from outside ## Compared with other Walking Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #63 of 92** | €21 | 1h 10m–1h 15m | 4.87 (130) | shared | | [The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour](/uk/london/tours/the-great-british-rock-and-roll-walking-tour/?format=md) | €38 | 2h | 4.99 (2069) | shared | | [London Sightseeing Walking Tour with 30+ sights](/uk/london/tours/london-sightseeing-walking-tour-with-30-sights/?format=md) | €23 | 5h | 4.97 (865) | shared | | [Drag Queen Disco Diva Tour - Silent Disco Walking Tour](/uk/london/tours/drag-queen-disco-diva-tour-silent-disco-walking-tour/?format=md) | €45 | 1h 30m | 4.98 (428) | shared | Ranked #63 of 92 in Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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