Historical Tour in Death, Debauchery and Doctors in Soho London

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About this activity

Meet madams of bawdy houses, body snatchers and benevolent doctors in an hour and three quarters walk through the alleyways and past the townhouses of the square mile that is Soho. Find out how Soho got its name, what happened to murderers after they were executed and how a brave doctor turned detective to discover how 500 people died of Cholera within a few streets in two weeks in 1854. We cover just over a mile of Soho, from a workhouse, to a picnic spot beneath which lies a secret, to the first anatomy school in London and we visit the sites of the first speciality hospitals in London that cared for women, children and those with the 'foul' disease. There will be some sexual content (historical and tasteful) and some gore. It will be funny and moving - sometimes at the same time.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 45 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: Lou's London Walks

Ages: Adults (13–110 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Services of a Westminster qualified tour guide
Included: In-person Guide in English

Not included

Not included: Any snacks or drinks

Itinerary

Soho Square

30 min

Discover the first brothel in Soho where women like one eyed Peg specialised in flogging the upper classes.
Broad Street Cholera Pump

10 min

Find out who started the Cholera epidemic of Soho which killed 500 people in two weeks - and who stopped it.
Wardour Street

5 min

Visit a pretty garden and favourite picnic spot and discover a secret.
Stop 4

10 min

This is where the men's hospital for syphilis treated the working class of London and hear about a great Victorian reformer.
Soho

50 min

Wander through the narrow alleyways of Soho to find about the stories of debauchery and poverty.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

I will be waiting for you by in front of the theatre by the steps- carrying a black folder.

Look forward to seeing you.

End point

We end the tour at Soho Square which is close to Tottenham Court Road tube station and many restaurants and bars.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour does have some sexual references and may not be suitable for young children.
This tour has some gory references to dead bodies and operations