Many Histories. One City
Hidden histories of London —
walks, talks & public history
With Nick Collinson — heritage interpreter, researcher & guide
Join a scheduled public walk, or book a bespoke walk or illustrated talk for your group, workplace or cultural organisation.
Hello, I’m Nick — AKA The Urban Rambler. I’m a heritage interpreter, researcher and City of London Guide with over a decade of professional experience, helping people connect with the stories that shape London and the UK.
My work spans walking tours, illustrated talks and public history projects, including exhibition research and community-led heritage programmes. I specialise in queer history and overlooked social stories, combining solid research with clear, engaging storytelling.
I offer public walks as well as private bookings for venues, workplaces, community groups and cultural organisations.
Upcoming Walks
Walking tours to mark LGBTQ+ History Month
Queer Soho: Sex, Scandal & Subculture
Saturday 14th Feb, 11AM
£25
Queer Docklands: Secrets, Sailors & Survival
Saturday 28th Feb, 11AM
£25
Guided Walks & Public History Talks
Perfect for friends, family, colleagues, clubs and community groups — as well as special events and celebrations.
Why not bring people together for a private walk or a talk with images and storytelling for your group?
tailored to your interests? From Roman Londinium and lost rivers to queer stately homes, royal scandals and radical thinkers, I offer experiences that can be shaped around what your group is most curious about.
Each experience blends solid historical research with creative storytelling — designed to be welcoming, engaging and enjoyable for everyone..
For Museums, Heritage Organisations & Cultural Partners
I work with museums, archives, heritage bodies, local authorities and cultural groups to create bespoke walks, talks and interpretation projects, including exhibition research and public programmes, across the UK and internationally.
Past partners include English Heritage, London Museum, Bishopsgate Institute, London Borough of Wandsworth and Sotheby’s Institute of Art. If you’re looking for a professionally researched, creatively delivered public programme — I’d love to collaborate.
What people say…
““Nick has run fantastic walks for our English Heritage members over the years. His knowledge of London and his ability to entertain a group is unparalleled, and keeps members returning for his tours time after time. If you want to learn some of the secrets of London that are right under your nose, Nick is the man to show you them!””