James Haines
Maybe it's your first time in London, or you've been before and want to see something new? Having guided both small family groups and coach parties for over fifteen years, I am adaptable, tailoring visits and particular requirements to give you a great day out. The main aim is to have fun. It's your holiday and I aim to provide an entertaining and relaxed approach, almost like having an old friend take you around.
As a London-based guide, all the historic highlights are possible; The Tower, Westminster Abbey, St Paul's Cathedral, Kensington Palace and, of course, Buckingham Palace. You may also be interested in museums or galleries, such the The British Museum, The V&A or the National Gallery. However, if you prefer to go on a day trip, I also visit places such as Windsor, Hampton Court, Stonehenge, Oxford, Stratford Upon Avon, Bath, Canterbury and the Cotswolds.
In the past, I've also been a teacher and a performer; I read both theatre and history at university, and these experiences have helped when escorting tour groups and individuals, not just as a guide in London, but also as a tour manager working all over the UK and continental Europe. As a teacher / performer, I helped run an educational theatre company, which toured European schools with interactive cultural workshops. I have also taught students and led workshops at institutions such as The British Council, The National Health Service, Durham University and Leicester University.
I treat each trip, be it one day or one week, as an adventure and encourage my guests to share my enthusiasm and curiosity for what's around the next corner.
Languages
EnglishTop 5 Specialities
Westminster Abbey Tour
Tower of London Tour
Churchill War Rooms Tour
Classic London Tour
British Museum Tour
Guide Calendar Last Update: 19th of March, 2026
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