Harlots, Strumpets and Tarts, Oh My! (Anti-) Valentines Tour

at Herstorical Tours

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Book Harlots, Strumpets & Tarts tickets & explore the untold HERstory of London’s sex workers

  • Join Herstorical Tours on a bold, theatrical walking tour uncovering the real lives behind London’s oldest profession
  • Discover the stories of women branded as harlots, strumpets and tarts – from survival and sisterhood to power and defiance
  • Experience history brought to life through street theatre, sharp wit and immersive storytelling
  • Visit historic streets and hidden corners connected to brothels, red‑light districts and reform movements
  • Perfect for feminists, history lovers, theatre fans and anyone curious about society’s forgotten women

Experience the Harlots, Strumpets & Tarts Tour with Herstorical Tours

  • Times: 2-hour guided walking tour
  • Age Restrictions: Ages 16+
  • Meeting Point: Covent Garden Tube Station, Underground Ltd, Long Acre, London WC2E 9JT
  • Tickets include: Guided HERstory tour, theatrical performances, immersive storytelling

Reclaiming the stories of women history chose to shame

For centuries, sex workers have been judged, criminalised and written out of history – yet they lived, worked and survived at the very heart of London’s social and economic life. The Harlots, Strumpets & Tarts Tour strips away the stigma to reveal the truth behind the labels.

This tour explores how poverty, class, gender and power shaped the lives of women working in the sex trade, from medieval brothel districts to Victorian moral panic and reform. These women were not simply victims or caricatures, but complex individuals navigating harsh realities with resilience and ingenuity.

Led by Herstorical Tours’ expert storyteller, this unapologetic, feminist tour uses humour, theatre and compassion to challenge long‑held myths. Expect laughter, outrage and eye‑opening stories that shine a light on women society tried to silence.

  • Hidden Women’s Histories: Hear the real stories behind the insults and stereotypes
  • Street Theatre & Storytelling: History delivered with performance, humour and heart
  • Red‑Light London: Explore historic areas tied to prostitution, policing and reform
  • Challenging & Empowering: A feminist re‑examination of sex work past and present
  • Thought‑Provoking & Entertaining: A tour that makes you laugh – and rethink everything

Book your Harlots, Strumpets & Tarts tickets today and discover a powerful, provocative HERstory tour that reclaims the voices of women history tried to shame. Tickets delivered instantly via email & SMS.

Location

Covent Garden Tube Station

Underground Ltd,
Long Acre,
London,
WC2E 9JT
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Meeting Point: Covent Garden Tube Station, Underground Ltd, Long Acre, London WC2E 9JT

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Are Herstorical Tours wheelchair accessible?

There are some narrow lanes and steps on some tours. If you contact Herstorical Tours with accessibility information, the team will be able to advise further. 

Are there any age restrictions for Herstorical Tours?

Herstorical Tours have a handful of age restrictions to make sure everyone's experience is appropriate, safe and comfortable for all visitors.

  • Most tours are rated 16+ unless otherwise stated.
  • All tours feature adult themes, language around violence, sex and execution.
  • All tours feature references to sexual assault and violence.
  • Please note: There are optional pub visits on some tours where ID may be required.
Do Herstorical Tours still run in bad weather?

Unless there is extreme weather such as a storm or deluge/snow/heatwave, Herstorical Tours will go ahead - as long as it is safe to do so.

  • Please take the weather into account and wear appropriate clothing.
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