A informal wander from Limehouse to Wapping via Shadwell. Less scripted, less planned, more friendly, more spontaneous

This year there are four Summer Strolls – North, South, East and West.

This series of longer yet cheaper walks are friendly gatherings that offer more scope for chats and questions along the way because, whilst Jane will be stopping here and there to share her knowledge and point out places of interest, these are not scripted/planned routes, but linear strolls from A to B that allow us to discover new and interesting things together, whether archictectural, historical or quirky.

The routes are all appox 4.5 miles long with a refreshment break mid-way*

This East London route starts near Poplar station. We will admire the old High Street before heading past Westferry and along Narrow Street, looking at canals, parks and ropewalks to our mid-way refreshment stop*. Then, depending on tide levels, we might briefly visit the foreshore (but no mudlarking unless you have a valid permit) before investigating the fascinating old streets around Wapping High Street and the old dock walls. We aim to finish the walk at St Katharine Docks near Tower Hill/Gateway

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*Lunch is not included in the ticket price. The 1-hr break will be at Shadwell Basin opposite The Prospect of Whitby pub where the regular Saturday market offers not just crafts and gifts but also a good selection of food stalls arranged round a central seating area which includes a licensed bar. If you haven't been here before you will be sure to return another day. The group will reconvene at approx 2pm to continue the walk.

Meeting point – this will be supplied after purchase – please see the FAQs below.

You can leave the tour at any time.

Or you might wish to join us at lunchtime – please make this clear via email after ticket purchase – details of the mid-way meeting point will be supplied by return email

There is no reduction in price for a half tour

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Customer feedback: "We love your tours Jane and really enjoy these longer walks" / "Jane, you have become my favourite guide – I will keep coming back for more!!" / "We always look forward to your Winter Twixtmas walks because you've taken us down roads we would never have thought to explore before – it's nice to be able to do that together and we can boast that we were there when Jane found something for the first time, ha ha!" / "...so engaging, thanks to your delivery style and obvious thirst for knowledge" / More feedback here

My guiding style is inclusive, open and friendly. I design and research every tour myself – in fact, the research never ends. The walks and talks I offer are all on subjects that intrigue me and each one highlights a different facet of my personality. I am particularly interested in the architecture of our ever-changing streets and the little details on and above them. For more information, please visit www.janeslondonwalks.com

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FAQs

Where does this walk start / what if I am running late?

Important re meeting point info – please do not use any QR codes and maps sent via non-Eventbrite apps as these often give incorrect information.

The specific meeting point will be clearly described in words within the Order Confirmation email sent to you immediately after your purchase

Scroll down to the bottom of that email to the Additional Information section where you will find a description of the meeting point as well as details of how to play catch-up should you be running late on the day. As a back-up, the same information will be sent to you within a reminder email 24hrs before the event.

What is the minimum age to attend this event?

There is no minimum age

No charge for children aged 5 or younger. Children 6-15yrs = concession rate

All children 15 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult – one child per paying adult.

Can I just show up and pay on arrival?

No – this is a ticketed event with a maximum group size – places must be booked in advance.

Do I have to bring a copy of my ticket to the event?

No – you will simply be asked your name

Can I get a refund / is my ticket transferrable?

As you can appreciate, refunds and reallocations do not apply to people who simply do not show up on the day!

You can organise your own refund through Eventbrite's ticketing system up to 48 hours before the walk starts. However, please note that the booking fee (absorbed within the ticket price) is not refundable.

Alternatively, I can hold your purchase for transfer to another Jane's London Walk in this series of tours – please notify me in writing via email/text at least 48 hours before this walk is due to start.

What if it's raining?

Walking tours will go ahead, rain or shine.

However, if severely adverse conditions are forecast, or other unforeseen complications cause the event to be cancelled, you will receive notification and a full refund.

Is this tour suitable for

Description supplied by the event organiser.