Private Sin & Salvation: River Thames Bike Tour
On the Sin & Salvation bike tour you'll unearth a darker side of London, with special access to a notorious graveyard and a visit to where the Mayflower ship departed for the New World. Revel in majestic views of the city including stunning views of the River Thames. Delve into Shakespeare's London and uncover the stomping ground of the world's greatest playwright. Brave an exclusive secret graveyard tour, revealing gritty tales and forgotten history of London's outcasts. Witness the Mayflower ship's historic send-off and explore the legacy of the Pilgrims' daring voyage. Savour a Thames-side treat: sip local ale and embrace riverside camaraderie with fellow adventurers.
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Private Sin & Salvation: River Thames Bike Tour
What's included in Private Sin & Salvation: River Thames Bike Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Roupell Street
Explore Roupell Street, a fascinating glimpse into 1820s London, with its charming Georgian houses built for the working class. John Roupel reclaimed marshy land and named the streets after his family. Postmen's confusion led to name changes. The area almost burned down in 1829, prompting fire insurance reminders. Notice plaques on houses – without one, private firefighters would let your house burn. Despite WWII bombings, these streets remain. Visit The King's Arms, a Grade II Victorian Pub, offering 10 real ales, including local brews. Once an undertaker's and magistrates' court, it now serves top-notch Thai cuisine.
Hopton's Almshouses
Discover Hopton Almshouses, built in 1752 using funds bequeathed by Charles Hopton, a wealthy Guild of Fishmongers member. Initially housing 26 poor, single, elderly Southwark men like gardeners and fishermen, they received a £6 yearly stipend and 32 bushels of coal. Marriage was allowed, but children couldn't burden the parish. By the 19th century, almsmen enjoyed a £10 yearly stipend and a cauldron of coal.
Tate Modern
Tate Modern, the world's most-visited modern art gallery, opened in 2000 after transforming a 1950s Bankside Power Station. Its twisted brick pyramid, a 2016 extension, features a 10th-floor viewing gallery. The impressive turbine hall hosts changing, monumental commissions. A masterpiece itself, the building is worth visiting even for non-art lovers. Admire works by renowned 20th/21st-century artists, from Mondrian and Richter to Rothko and Picasso.
Inclusions
- Local guide
- Pint of house ale (or soft drink alternative)
- Tweed cap (optional)
- Helmet (optional)
- Hand built British bicycle
- Rain poncho (if required)
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Minimum alcohol drinking age is 18 years
- Riders must be aged 16 years and over
- The content of this tour includes references to history and stories that some might find disturbing.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- • Bike tours meet at Tally Ho @ 189 Hercules Road, London, SE17LD. • The tour ends back at the same location. • The closest underground station is Lambeth North (on the Bakerloo Line). This is a 3 minute walk from our location. • We have secure storage for luggage.
