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Welcome to gothic London.
90 Minutes
Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson is a novel in which setting plays an important feature. The novel is set in London and draws heavily on Stevenson’s knowledge of his hometown Edinburgh to create a chilling setting which emphasises the themes of good and evil.
Most of the London locations mentioned the most are in Soho. Even though fictional, there are places we can see which match the description. The walk includes excerpts of the book which students are welcome can read out - it really helps recreate gothic London. Throughout the tour I'll also share interesting facts about Robert Louis Stevenson and draw some parallels with his other works.
GCSE students welcome.
Suitable for all age groups. Please note all children must be accompanied by an adult.
Gary (5/5) - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"This was an unusual walk and talk, as it is based on fiction rather than fact, which for me was hard initially to get my head around. But never fear, Hazel is near to challenge your mind. So, firstly to the title, it is not Jekyll and Hyde, but The Curious Case of? And it gets more curious as you walk around. Great walk and talk, and one which at the end I had to sit down and just think more about. Are you curious now? Gary"
Robert (5/5) - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"Just about one of the best walks I have ever experienced. Hazel's knowledge is delivered with an unassuming confidence borne of a tremendous passion for history sifted with an amusing, astounding and passionate insight. Her appraisal of Robert Louis Stevenson alone was worth the trip.."
Katrina (5/5) - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"Very enjoyable tour. Hazel the guide lived up to expectations from all the previous reviews read. The tour really helped to understand the setting of the book in the time period of Victorian London. The tour was intelligent, thought provoking and left me with wanting to read the book as well as return to have a daylight look at several new places. Hazel kept the energy level up for the full 90mins. Recommended for a lovely early evening stroll to see places in a different light."
Stephen (5/5) - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"A fascinating tour based around Covent Garden which neatly explores the background to Jekyll & Hyde through the London of the time. As always on these tours you discover so much about places in London you either haven’t noticed before or have noticed but not fully understood. On this occasion one of these was ‘The Moon Under Water’ a cheap place for a drink in Leicester Square which I know well but hadn’t appreciated was the home of Dr Hunter and his school of anatomy. Next time you drink there stop to think of all the public dissections you could have enjoyed watching on the same spot if you had arrived a couple of centuries earlier!"
Outside Tiffany & Co directly opposite Covent Garden tube station exit, exactly here: https://w3w.co/encounter.poker.parts
Your guide will be holding a 'London Guided Walks' sign and wearing an orange lanyard.
Thank you for booking with London Guided Walks
Hazel Baker, your guide, will be ready to welcome you outside Tiffany & Co, opposite Covent Garden station exit on James Street, 10 minutes before the walk starts. We start on the dot so please ensure you provide enough time to travel.
Look out for Hazel who will be holding a London Guided Walks sign and wearing an orange lanyard. You can see more about Hazel here: https://londonguidedwalks.co.uk/guide/hazel-baker
Tour duration: 90 mins
Ends: Soho
Latecomers: Turn left down Floral Street to the corner of Floral Street and Bow Street. After that we head to Martlett Court.
Please remember you are responsible for your own safety so please ensure you wear comfortable shoes and suitable clothing.
[You may enjoy our London History podcast:] (https://londonguidedwalks.co.uk/podcast/)
We look forward to welcoming you soon!
