See Southampton Heritage Guides – Sightseeing tours, tour guides and accessible tours

Mayflower

Mayflower There is a great deal of controversy concerning the actual departure point of the Mayflower and the Pilgrim Fathers from England for America. Several cities claim ownership, not least, Southampton. In actual fact there were several departure points as well as stops along the way. Southampton was the place the disparate groups of pilgrims […]

Water Supply

Water Supply A group of Franciscan Friars arrived in Southampton in 1229. They believed in working with the poor and those in need and set up a Friary near where the Gloucester Square car park, off the lower end of the High Street, now stands. They needed a fresh water supply and were given a […]

Friary

Friary In about 1224 a group of Friars Minor who followed the teachings of St. Francis of Assisi came to the town.The Franciscan Friars were also called Greyfriars because of the colour of their robes. They lived a humble life. They settled in the poorer part of the town near God’s house hospice. When completed […]

Group Walks

Group Walks Are you responsible for finding activities for your club, W.I., group of students etc.?  Or are you visiting the City and looking for a private guided tour? We are pleased to offer private guided tours for Groups, 1&1/2 hours long. These are usually around the Town Centre, the Old Town, or the area […]

Hidden History

Hidden History See Southampton and the Southampton Tourist Guides Association popular Hidden History Walks* are a stroll through the past of the City, exploring the Walls of the Old Town, with your Guide recounting tales of yesteryear, and bringing to life historical characters, and life-changing events.ee We will tell you about Southampton’s association with the […]

About

The history of See Southampton! In the Spring of 2014 a small group of newly qualified local Southampton tour guides, who were all great friends, decided that it was time for a fresh and exciting approach to guided walks and tours in Southampton. See Southampton was formed. Since then, See Southampton has gone from strength […]

See Southampton Heritage Guides

 Welcome to See Southampton Heritage Guides   Welcome to See Southampton Guided Tours See some of Southampton’s wonderful architectural, historical and cultural heritage with our tour guides. Tours & Events Private Group Walks Book a walk for a group or private party, tailored for your interests, with a qualified local history expert. Contact us Accessible Guided Tours Guided […]

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