Discover London's 12th century market and original 'high street'

NEW WALK FOR 2024

Cheapside, a modern shopping street in the heart of the City of London, runs from St Paul's Cathedral eastwards to Bank. It dates back to the 12th century as London's oldest high street. Cheap (or chepe) is an old English word meaning 'market'. The streets leading off Cheapside were named after the speciality items they sold.

Cheapside was also an important street for trade guilds, meetings and demonstrations with one of the area's most important churches. The area has a fascinating history along with some famous residents.

During the afternoon we'll discover: the bird boilers; the birthplace of a 'household' name; an Elizabethan treasure hoard; a place for 'reflection'; the 13th century Eleanor Cross. All this and much more.

This is a circular walk so we will finish near Cannon Street with a pub visit at the end for those who wish to go.

If this is your first time on Meetup or with this group, you will be made very welcome. So please join me for this guided walk in a friendly group.

★ SCHEDULE ★
2.15pm – Meet outside Cannon Street underground station and look for the red Meetup sign
2.30pm – Prompt start of tour
4.00pm – Finish (approx time)

★ 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 2.30pm promptly. Thank you.

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