What is the Institute of Tourist Guiding?
What is the Institute of Tourist Guiding? The Institute of Tourist Guiding is the official professional body responsible for setting and maintaining standards for tourist guiding in England. Established in 2002, the Institute oversees the training, examination, and accreditation of qualified guides, including Green Badge and Blue Badge Guides. These qualifications ensure that guides have in-depth knowledge, strong communication skills, and a commitment to [...]
A very special guest on tour!
A Memorable Guest on Tour: Jeremy Dexter Joins Our Morse Adventure We recently had the great pleasure of welcoming a very special guest on one of our Morse, Lewis & Endeavour walking tours in Oxford — Jeremy Dexter, the son of the late Colin Dexter, creator of the iconic Inspector Morse. For fans of the series, Colin Dexter’s novels and [...]
Walking The Chiltern Way and Endeavour!
I am currently walking The Children Way - 172 mile path through some of the most stunning scenery in Southern England. It passed through the counties of Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire. Today we stopped for coffee in the picturesque village on Hambleden which I recognised from the Endeavour episode Harvest (Season 4, episode 4).
Awards Season
Once again, we are delighted to have been selected as an award winner for Luxlife - Best specialist Tour Guide 2025! We are delighted to share the great news of Walking Tours of Oxford's success within our 2025 edition and have been crowned - Best Specialist Tour Guide 2025 - Oxford From all the team here at LUXlife, we send our [...]
Greyfriars Hideaway
Greyfriars Hideaway offers exclusive luxury self-catering accommodations in the heart of Oxford. This five-star gold-rated destination features two historic properties, The Masters Lodgings and Cloisters, which can be booked separately or together for complete privacy, accommodating up to 12 adults. Situated just steps from Westgate Oxford and Oxford Castle, the properties boast luxuriously appointed suites, modern amenities like SONOS surround [...]
2023 Tripadvisor Award
We are delighted to announce that one again, we have been awarded the Tripadvisor travellers choice award! This places us in the top 10% of attractions worldwide. "Each year, we recognise travellers’ favourite attractions around the world, based on reviews and ratings collected over the last year. Their opinions and stories helped you to win. Congratulations on your well-deserved Travellers’ Choice [...]
