ROYAL SCANDALS WALK | Recommended by Time Out and NY Times

ALL THE KINGS' WOMEN
Royal WAGs of St James’s - being a story of sovereigns, sex & scandal.

● Private walking tour for families, small groups, birthdays, etc (up to 20 persons).
● 2 hours approx, from Green Park underground station.
● Prices and practical information listed below. Bookings: tours@yourlondontours.com.

THEME & ITINERARY
This walk is a jaunt around St James's, the area synonymous with royal carry-ons, and explores the lives of concubines, courtesans and call-girls as they serviced the sauciest sovereigns’ sceptres, in particular, Charles II, George IV and Edward VII.

Throughout history, royal marriages were outward displays of a fairytale romance: ‘And they lived happily ever after’. In truth, most were a sham. They were used to form alliances, cement power and create dynasties. The female was merely a diplomatic playing card, with the odds heavily stacked in the male’s favour: it was the husband who inherited the wife’s wealth. Love and affection? Forget it.

Kings were positively encouraged in taking mistresses, some of whom became so powerful they were treated almost like a queen. A mistress was expected to: 1) Sleep with the king on demand, and often his friends; 2) Sustain the royal spirit; 3) Help plot against political enemies. Nell Gywn, Mrs Fitzherbert and Lillie Langtree are three of the most famous women who 'looked after the Crown Jewels' and are featured on this walk.

At the end of the walk there is an option to visit the National Portrait Gallery (free entrance) which is nearby. Here you will be able to identify some of the characters you have heard about on the walk.

PRICE
ALL THE KINGS' WOMEN	2 hours (approx).
PRIVATE GUIDED LONDON WALK (1-20 persons)	£150.00 (per group)

PRACTICAL INFORMATION
● General: This is a private walk for families or small groups (up to 20). We do not offer options for individuals to join existing groups. Additional guides required for groups 21+.

● Dates: We recommend early booking to secure your preferred date. Dates subject to availability of guides and access.

● The guide: The walk will be conducted by a fully accredited & qualified guide who will confirm your itinerary and provide a friendly, knowledgeable commentary throughout.

● Meet: The guide will meet your group outside Green Park London underground station. Please make sure your group does not block public access or exits.

● Timings: The duration of this walk is 2 hours approx. Start anytime after 10.00. Access to some areas may be restricted in late evenings/weekends.

● Price: As shown in the table above. Payment methods, privacy, cancellation and refund policies and full terms & conditions are listed on our Prices & Bookings page.

● Health & Safety: Clients should be in reasonable health for a 2-hour walking tour. Clients are responsible for own safety when crossing roads, climbing steps, etc.

● Clothing: Clients should dress appropriately for a 2-hour walking tour making allowances for the changeable British weather.

● Format: Specially researched and designed by our staff (copyright applies). Exclusive to Your London Tours & associates. For walk/tour combinations see our Pick & Mix page.

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