Join Harry Mount, Oldie Editor and architectural historian, for a walk through Hampstead, rich in Queen Anne and Georgian houses.
This corner of north London boomed in the 17th and 18th centuries as a spa resort, thanks to the discovery of the iron-rich chalybeate wells. Perched on a hill, Hampstead remained undeveloped because trams couldn’t make it up the steep slopes. And so today it retains some of the finest, untouched buildings in Britain, from Burgh House to Fenton House to the parish church of St John’s, Hampstead.
We will have lunch, with wine, in the charming Wells Tavern, right next to the site of those old chalybeate wells.
WHERE TO MEET:
Meet outside the gates of Fenton House at 11.30am.
The walk will finish at Hampstead Tube Station at 3.30pm.
HOW TO BOOK:
Call 01225 427311 or please email Katherine at reservations@theoldie.co.uk
PRICE: £195 inc VAT and includes a 2-course lunch at the Wells Tavern, with red and white wine, tea and coffee, and vegetarian/vegan option upon request.
WALKING & MOBILITY: The walk will include hills.
BEFORE YOU BOOK - WALKING & MOBILITY
In order to enjoy these walks you need to be reasonably fit, able to stroll at a normal pace for at least 40 minutes, to go up and down a staircase without assistance and to stand - perhaps in a queue - for 10 or 15 minutes at a time. The group will not be able to wait or slow down for you so if you have any concerns whatsoever, please err on the side of caution and don’t sign up for this walk.
TRAVELLERS WITH DISABILITIES
Although we are pleased to welcome readers with disabilities, their participation will depend on the nature of the disability and in some cases it will be necessary to be accompanied by an able-bodied companion. In order to ensure the comfort and enjoyment of all participants on any tour we must ask you to declare full details of your disability, especially if this affects your mobility, so that we can consider your personal circumstances.
