Bleeding Hearts and Body Parts Walk

at London Guided Walks
London Available until Thu 2 Jul

Explore London’s darkest secrets on the Bleeding Hearts and Body Parts Walk

Not all of London’s history is pretty. On the Bleeding Hearts and Body Parts Walk, guests uncover the city’s darker side — where executions, rebellion and real-life horror stories shaped the streets we walk today.

  • Duration: 90 minutes
  • Meeting point: Farringdon Station
  • End point: Smithfield
  • Minimum age: 16
  • Group size: Maximum 30 people
  • Accessibility: Not step-free, with cobbled streets and uneven surfaces

Led by an expert guide, this walk takes guests through Farringdon and Smithfield — areas once known for executions, plague pits and public punishment. From martyrs burned at the stake to criminals meeting brutal ends, this is London at its most raw and real.

This isn’t polished history. This is the real story.

Guests walk through narrow streets, hidden corners and historic sites where some of London’s most chilling events took place. Expect powerful storytelling, surprising locations and moments that make you stop and think about the city in a completely new way.

  • Smithfield Market: Once an execution site for heretics, rebels and traitors
  • St Bartholomew’s Church & Cloth Fair: A medieval setting with a darker past beneath the surface
  • Charterhouse & plague pits: Where thousands were buried during the Black Death
  • Historic crimes & mysteries: Including infamous murders and lost stories
  • Stories of martyrs and rebellion: Real accounts of courage, persecution and survival

As the walk unfolds, guests uncover stories of betrayal, fear and resilience — from medieval times through to later centuries. It’s gripping, eye-opening and completely grounded in real history.

If you’re curious about the side of London most people never hear about, this walk delivers. Book now and see the city from a very different angle.

Location

Farringdon Station

Farringdon Road,
London,
Greater London,
EC1M 6BY
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How to find us

Farringdon Station is centrally located and easy to reach from across London:

By Underground:

  • Farringdon Station is served by the Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines

By Elizabeth Line:

  • Direct connections across London, including Paddington, Bond Street, Tottenham Court Road and Canary Wharf

By National Rail / Thameslink:

  • Direct trains from Bedford, Luton, St Albans, Brighton and Gatwick Airport

On foot:

  • Around 5 minutes from Smithfield Market
  • Around 10 minutes from Barbican Station
  • Around 15 minutes from St Paul’s Cathedral

By bus:

  • Several London bus routes stop near Farringdon Road and Cowcross Street
Facilities
  • Guided outdoor walking experience
  • No fixed seating (walking tour)
  • Public transport access to start points
  • Meeting points near major London stations
More Info
Is Bleeding Hearts and Body Parts Walk wheelchair accessible?

No, Bleeding Hearts and Body Parts Walk is not step-free and the route includes cobblestone and steps, so it is not suitable for wheelchair users.

What age is Bleeding Hearts and Body Parts Walk suitable for?

Bleeding Hearts and Body Parts Walk has a minimum age of 16 due to dark themes including executions, persecution and body snatching.

Is there food and drink at Bleeding Hearts and Body Parts Walk?

Bleeding Hearts and Body Parts Walk does not include food or drink. Toilets are available at Farringdon Station and you can bring your own water.

What do Bleeding Hearts and Body Parts Walk tickets include?

Bleeding Hearts and Body Parts Walk tickets include a 90-minute guided walking tour from Farringdon Station to the Smithfield area led by a qualified London tour guide.

Where does Bleeding Hearts and Body Parts Walk start and finish?

Bleeding Hearts and Body Parts Walk starts at Farringdon Station. The tour finishes in the Smithfield area, near Smithfields.

How long is Bleeding Hearts and Body Parts Walk?

Bleeding Hearts and Body Parts Walk lasts 90 minutes.

Can customers enter buildings on Bleeding Hearts and Body Parts Walk?

No, Bleeding Hearts and Body Parts Walk is an outdoor walking tour and does not include entry into buildings.

What happens if Bleeding Hearts and Body Parts Walk is cancelled?

Bleeding Hearts and Body Parts Walk offers refunds only if the event is cancelled or rescheduled by London Guided Walks Ltd.

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