Simon Good
Born London 1956. Childhood in India, Sri Lanka and Singapore; "boarding school" in Sussex.
Worked in Paris for 3 years, then BA Business Law, London. Set up "Circa antiques" (shop in Antiquarius, King's Road, Chelsea), dealing in early English wood carvings and "collectables".
Started work in the tourist industry in 1982; qualified as a Blue Badge guide in 1986, been at it ever since!
Worked for 30+ years as a "Driver-Guide", covering all of Britain & France. Now I just do walking tours. I've had clients from over 40 different countries, from a Nobel Peace prize winner to honeymoon couples and families. Wide ranging experience of itinerary planning and recommending suitable hotels. Special interest tours and antique hunting trips.
Married with a daughter born 1992, now living in Australia. I live in Kent, just 15 minutes from the Channel Tunnel and 36 minutes by High Speed 1 from Central London. I regularly commute to London to start tours.
So far, I have visited over 50 countries, including 15 States in the USA. I am a member of:
The Association of Professional Tourist Guides
The British Guild of Tourist Guides
The Institute of Tourist Guiding (founder member)
I have wide ranging interests that include:
English antiques,
Architecture; from Stonehenge to the Shard
Food & wine, where to eat.
Stately homes and Castles
Politics and Government History, including Art History
World War 2
France & Normandy D Day Landing beaches
I specialise in planning itineraries throughout Britain and France. I have extensive experience in recommending Hotels and restaurants and can really help to make your visit entertaining, illuminating and memorable. Please contact me. I'm very happy to have a chat too!
Languages
EnglishTop 5 Specialities
Westminster Abbey Tour
Tower of London Tour
St Paul’s Cathedral Tour
Churchill War Rooms Tour
Cotswolds Tour
Guide Calendar Last Update: 9th of May, 2019
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