I was born in London and have spent nearly all my life in this fascinating and diverse city. I qualified as a guide in 2009, after 25 years' experience working with groups of international adult students (English Language Teaching). This experience is combined with my academic background: I have a history degree from King's College Cambridge and a Doctorate in 19th and 20th Century British history. However, for me history is not an academic subject: it's about people, events, and stories, all explored through the many exciting places that my city has to offer.
And London isn't just history: it's parks and gardens; it's art and architecture; it's shops, bars, and restaurants; it's entertainment and sport; it's a 21st century city with a 2000-year pedigree; it's a city that's known to the world, but with an undiscovered delight round every corner. Let me help you discover it!

I have worked in the English Language Teaching profession for over 25 years as a teacher, trainer, and college principal. As such, I'm used to working with people from different countries and different backgrounds, using language in a simple and accessible way to bring the experience of London and the UK alive for my guests and clients.
Beyond this I have two special interests: one is in history (see my biography for details of my academic background), and the other is adult English language students, particularly executive students studying English for Business or other specialized courses. I have written a number of course books on English for Business and English for Tourism.
I like to work with small groups on walking tours, museum and gallery visits, themed tours, and so on, as well as trips to places outside London. I aim to make my tours informative, entertaining and relaxing, and wherever possible finish with a sit down, a drink and a chat. If that's your idea of tourism, then please get in touch. Even if it isn't, I will do everything I can to meet your requirements. Visit my website at www.hardtrain.com for some ideas.