It all comes down to the guiding…
Ours is not a journey of virtue, ours is a journey of vice.
Indeed a journey of the capital vices or cardinal sins, otherwise known as the Seven Deadly Sins, leading us into the abyss of hell. We will visit all seven of them: Lust, Avarice,
Sloth, Envy, Gluttony,
Anger
and Pride, and the people who committed them. People driven by their insatiable passions. The reset after each of the other six is lust. (Picture every other bead on a necklace being a hot, blushing red.)
So between each of the other deadly sins and their venues, their stops…it’s, oh boy, lust and more lust. Piled high…
Stacked up because lust powered, whipped, frenzied the men and women of the City of Westminster like no other sin.
At the end of the tour – the climax – Ulrike or Ian or Adam reveal the one person in history who incorporated all of the Seven Deadly Sins in his (or her) life. And they’ll shed a lot of light – not all of it lurid – about his (or her) personal influence on the history of London, the city built on sin.
Needless to say, you will meet royalty, But also artists, writers, heroes and even the original “It” girl of the Georgian period.
Join us on our sinful walk through Covent Garden and beyond.
A journey – this is a guarantee – you will remember!
Here’s a little Meet Your Guide podcast – it’s Ulrike telling us a little bit about her Seven Deadly Sins Tour.
Ulrike has also written a piece about Christabella Wyndham, one of the dramatis personae principals. It’s a good bit of salacious royal gossip and history without giving away the payoff.
SEVEN DEADLY SINS – THE PRACTICALS
Seven Deadly Sins takes place at 11 am every Monday. Meet Ulrike or Adam or Ian just outside the exit of Covent Garden Tube.
LONDON WALKS REVIEWS
“A novel, witty and hugely entertaining walk delivered with enthusiasm and dare I say passion by Ulrike.” JulieWright836, London, TripAdvisor, December 2019
“What a gem of a walk! Ulrike’s tour of Covent Garden was packed full of fun, spicy facts of days of yore in Covent Garden. We laughed and reveled over 2 hours of easy, flat walking whilst Ulrike regaled us with many stories of people and places that have left their mark on these streets. Having lived in London for over 30 years, I still learnt many new things about this great city. A great tour to recommend to visitors, including those who think they may already have seen everything London has to offer. Thanks, Ulrike.” Helen F., London, TripAdvisor, November 2019
“We met Ulrike at the Covent Garden Tube stop, and enjoyed the most entertaining walk ever! She began by telling us that the seven deadly sins, were first identified by Pope Gregory 1 in the late sixth century, and are: pride, envy, wrath, gluttony, lust, sloth, and greed. She then launched into the various sins committed in the several locations she showed. Lust did seem to reign, but others did hold their own in this presentation. I highly recommend the tour and this walk in particular.” ASharp77, Hermosa Beach, California, TripAdvisor, November 2019
Chris –
Two hours just flew by as Ulrike took us on a fascinating journey through the weaknesses of mankind with delightful humour. Her knowledge of history is astonishing and she presents it in an easy to follow, entertaining manner that makes learning a pleasure. Thoroughly recommend her tour.
João Borges da Cunha –
If you think you’re going into a walk, forget it. It will be a memorable high flight in the wings of unforgettable characters, stories of wonder and wandering, events of remarkable awe, ideas of ever lasting times, places of sin, but of redemption as well. Ulrike Murphy will be your poet like minister into a splendid ceremony of London as if it were a stage of reverie. Beware, though, because it is done with such accuracy and skilfulness that you will be at pains not to think in the end: well, lessons of life. Hope you don’t miss the episode of Charles III. Not the actual king. Nell Gwynne’s one. Won’t spoil it for you.
Jim and Sue Dickerson –
If you think you know all there is to know about Covent Garden, think again. Ulrike exposed us to the seven deadly sins in spots that we had seen before, and new ones that we hadn’t; all experienced in a unique context. Ulrike delivers a fine mix of history, intrigue and, of course, vice, in a fact-filled, humorous, enlightening two hour tour that we didn’t want to end!
Deborah Denny –
Better than advertised! Ulrike is very knowledgeable, funny, witty. She ties the Seven Deadly Sins into the history of London with stories that are often bawdy, sometimes tragic, but always entertaining. Fabulous tour! Don’t miss it
Lisa Clark –
Ulrike was fabulous! I really enjoy walking tours and this was my favorite of all time. The stories, delivery and points of interest were exceptional. Lots of laughs, too!
Cronain –
This is a fascinating walk: recommended for lovers of history and gossip. Our guide Ulrike was able to link the themes of the seven vices to the private and public indiscretion of the rich and powerful in an entertaining and seamless way. Ulrike was a patient, knowledgeable, guide who was happy to answer all of our questions.
Dominic Sauboorah –
Went on this tour yesterday and could not recommend it more. Ulrike gave a lot of information but made it so easy to digest. Very insightful, educational, and overall enjoyable experience. Had a great time and would encourage others to go, it’s brilliant
Elizabeth –
Just did this tour today and I cannot recommend it enough. Ulrike took us on a tour of The Seven Deadly Sins which was very informative and full of humour. Her depth of knowledge is exceptional. I would say that no matter how long you’ve lived in London you would find something on this tour that you didn’t know. I absolutely loved it.
Anita Koch –
Oh Ulrike you certainly know your “deadly sins” and you brought this area of London to life with a fascinating glimpse into how each sin had an effect on the London we know today. Your enthusiasm, deep knowledge and tongue in cheek references were fascinating. I can’t wait to check in with another of your tours when next in London. Thank you. Ps have just placed an order on WoB for Harris’ list of Covent Garden Ladies”!! Anita
Terri Baker –
We thoroughly enjoyed our Seven Deadly Sins Tour today with Ulrike. She has created a unique walk that was full of historically accurate facts and entertaining stories cleverly centered around the Seven Deadly Sins. She is a brilliant researcher and a gifted writer. We enjoyed every minute of our two hour easy walk. Ulrike has a beautiful smile and a twinkle in her eye as she delivers these tales of sins and sinners. Do something out of the ordinary and sign up for this entertaining tour.