The Wonderful Women of Marylebone
Baker Street Underground station, London (Baker Street North exit)
Guided by Charlie
Adult: £20 · Students & Seniors: £15 · Children: £5
Walk Times
| Day | Walk Type | Start Time | End Time | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 July 2026 | Tour du Jour | 10.45 am | 12.45 pm | Summer |
Marylebone has been home to women of power and influence over and again. Spelt out in the street pattern is Margaret Cavendish Harley, a great blue stocking and early developer of the area. Ada Lovelace, our first computer programmer died here, close to the home of the difference engine which inspired her work. A French emigre knew something of the rich and famous – who would have thought we would still be looking at her waxworks 200 years later? Florence Nightingale started her career here as did the housing reformer Octavia Hill. The Ladies of Langham Place established some of the first feminist organisations. A hundred years later, assignations in Christine Keeler’s nearby mews home sparked one of the Tory Party’s biggest crises. And if the media hounded Christine Keeler, this walk does not forget the lives of some women the media never noticed – the elderly washerwomen and charwomen, one-time residents of the workhouse. See Marylebone as a magnet for so many inspiring women– but also getting views from the mews. Guided by Charlie.
THE WONDERFUL WOMEN OF MARYLEBONE – THE MEETING POINT
The meeting point for The Wonderful Women of Marylebone walk is just outside the Baker Street North exit of Baker Street Tube.
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Vibeke –
What an thought-provoking walk. Charlie is so enthusiastic and knowledgeable about his subjects, and also is incredibly kind and personable. He did an excellent job sharing with us how oppressive the “glass ceiling” for women was, and then shared incredibly inspiring stories about women in Marylebone who burst through that ceiling in order to better other people’s lives. A truly inspired and inspirational walk. We highly recommend it!
Rebecca Kelly –
Charlie was an excellent guide. Highly knowledgeable, and with a really engaging presentation style. I am from London, and really enjoyed learning so much about the lives of women living in Marylebone all those years ago. Gives a new meaning to walking around these streets and alley ways. Charlie was also great at finding suitable shady spots to pause in. Definitely recommend!
Julie McCrary –
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our walking tour with Charlie . He is so engaging, informative , and explained the many interesting aspects of the tour very clearly!
We highly recommend this delightful tour
Debbie Edwards –
My first London Walk and I was not disappointed. Charlie took us on a fascinating trip back in time to meet these wonderful characters. A real eye-opener. Many thanks.
Barry Barnes –
Had the walk 18 January. I’m a Londoner and know the area we walked well – at least the streets and now I know do much more. I hope to join more of Charlie’s walks.He explains the subject with a certain brilliance.
Angela –
Excellent walk so interesting. Charlie was a great guide full of interesting information and wit. Would definitely book one of his walks again.
Angela –
Excellent walk for a international woman’s day. Charlie was a great guide full of interesting information and wit. Thank you for a lovely afternoon.
Dorothy MacDonald –
Excellent walk for International Women’s day learning about these fascinating and interesting women of Marylebone, as always Charlie’s walks are full of information presented with enthusiasm.
Dorothy MacDonald –
Just the walk for International Women’s day learning about these fascinating, interesting and amazing women of Marylebone, as always an enjoyable walk with Charlie, highly recommended any day.
Jane scott –
Fabulous and very entertaining walk with Charlie . Connected all the women’s achievements. We have a lot to thank them for😊