The tourism season gets under way in Waltham Abbey on Saturday 19th April when the first Historic Guided tour of the year takes place. Experienced guide Jonathan Hyde will be leading the tour and telling you all about the town’s very rich heritage.
It starts from the Tourist Information Centre, Town Hall side entrance, EN9 1DG, at 11am and lasts about an hour and a half. You can just turn up on the day, or reserve your place in advance by calling 01992 660336 or emailing tic@walthamabbey-tc.gov.uk
The price of the tour has not increased. Still £5 per adult which includes a Visitor pack and a hot drink and biscuits; £2 for ages 8 to 16; children under 8 free of charge.
Our team are all historians and all experienced guides.
Jonathan Hyde was a Metropolitan Police detective for thirty years, after which he spent fifteen years as an Army Chaplain. He is an experienced tour guide, having worked with Battlefield Tours, mainly in Belgium.