Tours

Join Mr Londoner, aka former museum director Antony Robbins, to discover the chaotic events that unfolded when the River froze and Londoners suddenly faced unexpectedly Artic conditions. A series of mini ice-ages between the 17th and 19th century made the Thames freeze, bringing river traffic – and people’s livelihoods – to a standstill.

Faced with few alternatives, the people of Bankside took to the ice with a uniquely creative approach to seizing opportunity from the chaos. Explore these unexpected climatic events and the surprising response to them in a one-hour free walking tour with Mr Londoner. Along the way we’ll discover dark corners and hidden gems as we uncover art, architecture and secret histories in one of the capital’s most surprising and vibrant neighbourhoods.

Friday
2pm-3pm: Unfreezing the Past – Exploring the Frost Fair with Mr Londoner

Saturday
12 noon – 1pm: Unfreezing the Past – Exploring the Frost Fair with Mr Londoner
3pm – 4pm: Unfreezing the Past – Exploring the Frost Fair with Mr Londoner

Sunday
12:noon – 1pm: Unfreezing the Past – Exploring the Frost Fair with Mr Londoner
3pm – 4pm: Unfreezing the Past – Exploring the Frost Fair with Mr Londoner

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Please meet at the Better Bankside information tent just along from 18 Great Guildford Street, next to the cycle park.

DISCLAIMER: Due to the popularity of this complimentary activity, we ask that if you have a booking, that you arrive at least 10 minutes before your booking. If you arrive after this time, your tickets will be assigned to another individual. Please note, if you are currently on the online Eventbrite waiting list, you will be automatically be moved into a space if there are cancellations in advance of the day. Any spare tickets on the day will be given out on a first come, first served basis. Thank you.

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