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Discover the Secrets of the 19th Century London Docks

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Discover the Secrets of the 19th Century London Docks

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NEW WALK FOR 2023. PRICE: £9.00

Please join me for this relaxing walk packed full of history. The 19th century docks were once a bustling area of commerce and shipping. It was described as "a stupendous achievement of civil engineering".

The area is now a tranquil residential area featuring an abundance of wildlife and beautiful waterways. But there are reminders everywhere of its former glory and it has a fascinating story to tell.

During the afternoon, we'll discover the gruesome origin of a well-known firework; the battle between a boy and a tiger; the pirate problem; a genius engineer; and a riverside execution site. All this and much more!

We will finish near Wapping and Shadwell station with a visit to a riverside pub (optional).

If this is your first time, you will be made very welcome. Don't be shy!
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★ SCHEDULE ★
2.00pm - Meet outside Tower Hill tube station next to CitizenM hotel
2.15pm - Start walk promptly
3.30pm – Finish walk, go to a pub (optional)

★ PAYMENT DETAILS ★
Meetup fee: £9 (payable in CASH ONLY on the day at the start of the tour). If you have 'unpaid' by your name, please ignore.

★TERMS AND CONDITIONS★
You are responsible for meeting at the correct location and your own safety. The organiser is not responsible for any circumstances that may affect the group, such as personal accidents, loss of items, rail delays, cancellations, engineering works, heavy traffic, weather, walk paths or routes closed.
By joining the event you accept the terms and conditions.

★ IMPORTANT ★
Please change your RSVP to not going if you cannot make it. There’s no need to write a message. We leave at 2.15pm promptly. I cannot answer messages once the tour has started. Thank you.

Any questions, please ask. Look forward to meeting you!

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