Stamford Town Guided Tours: Explore the Architectural Beauty of This Lincolnshire Gem
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Lincolnshire
Discover the architectural beauty of Stamford, a Lincolnshire gem, on a 90-minute guided tour. Explore the town's rich history, Georgian buildings, and vibrant character.
Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Stamford Town Hall - Join our tour from here. If it’s the Friday tour you might find the Town Hall open and able to look inside.
What's Included
  • Town Hall tour option on Fridays (subject to reopening)
Additional Information

Take part in our narrated 90 minute exploration of beautiful Lincolnshire’s hidden treasure. In an engaging and enlightening commentary, we’ll cover the architecture, influential people and mythical tales of one of the most charming stone towns in England – Stamford. This destination boasts a collection of Georgian structures, constructed on a medieval framework, punctuated with Tudor and Victorian styles. Stamford’s rich history is evident in the over 600 preserved buildings and monuments.

As ‘The Mayor’s Guides’, we commence our journey from the Town Hall. Our stroll through this historic town will imbue you with fascinating stories of Georgian sophistication, questionable politics, star-crossed lovers and significantly more! Following the tour, you’re free to delight in the numerous pubs, eateries or unique shops that make Stamford an attractive spot for tourists.

Location
Stamford, St Mary
Meet on the Town hall Steps by the Guided Tours sign. Your Guide will be waiting for you,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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M4073kotrishc
Mar 28, 2024
A wonderful way to see Stamford - A wonderful way to see Stamford. Bill, our guide, was knowledgeable, witty and friendly. The tour was well paced and the questions added another element.
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Cheetah333
Feb 25, 2024
Very good value for money - An excellent tour with a good balance of the history of the town and it's architecture with a very knowledgeable guide. Just the right length
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Clairewhiston
Feb 17, 2024
Excellent guided walk - Nicola was a very knowledgeable guide who kept us engaged throughout the walk with many funny facts and anecdotes. Can thoroughly recommend.
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Voyage282142
Jan 12, 2024
Walking tour of Stamford - Friendly and informative guide. Interesting walking tour of Stamford. Well worth doing saw and learnt a lot. Highly recommended.
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Ruthfs9599wv
Dec 29, 2023
Stamford tour - Excellent tour guide who was knowledgeableand entertaining. Interesting tour of Stamford. Lovely town and worth a visit.
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Sue
Nov 9, 2023
One definitely not to miss. Will engage you in interesting facts and insights from start to finish - Extremely interesting tour with amazing insights to times gone by. Stamford is steeped in history and is a very, very good place to visit.
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Westiekjpp
Nov 5, 2023
Brilliant! - Fantastic tour. The guide brought Stamford and its history to life. Wonderfully interesting Highly recommended.
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Jason_g
Nov 3, 2023
An Afternoon in Stamford Lincolnshire - Excellent afternoon spent in Stamford discovering loads of lesser known facts about this great town. Our guide, Kiffy Mitchell was very knowledgable and told her stories wonderfully. Could have walked around with her all day. Thank you
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P9732cclindsayw
Nov 1, 2023
Nice Autumn Visit - Good tour, interesting, fun, informative from a personable guide. I can recommend this as value for money and a nice little trip to know more about the lovely town of Stamford
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G2071xrmandyk
Jan 14, 2024
A great way to spend an afternoon in Stamford - A great way to spend a January afternoon. Always loved Stamford but learning about its history made it even better. Turned out just to be the two of us but our guide couldn’t have been more entertaining or interesting. She was amazing! I’d definitely recommend!
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