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London Shopaholic Taxi Treasure Hunt

LBT — Thu, 17 May 2012 14:24:33 +0000

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“London” and “shopping” go together like “love and marriage” and “horse and carriage”!

Fashion, food, wine, markets, arts & crafts, boutiques, vintage, books, jewellery, gadgets, antiques… Whatever your passion, London can supply it.

Around Oxford Street

This is mecca for fashion lovers. It boasts just about every high street clothing brand as well as designer boutiques. Along Regent Street is Apple’s UK flagship store, essential for gadget lovers. Down towards Marble Arch, you’ll find the famous Selfridges. Nearby Bond Street is home to designer labels.

Famous Carnaby Street was the in-place to be in London’s Swinging 60s and is still home to trendy shops. For electrical goods, head to Tottenham Court Road. Books? Charing Cross Road, of course. Music lovers flock to Denmark Street.

Markets

Borough Market, within walking distance of London Bridge station, has a reputation for fresh and organic farm produce. Near near Liverpool Street station, Spitalfields Market is good for gifts and crafts. While away the hours at trendy Portobello Market browsing antiques, bric-a-brac, and vintage clothing.

Kings Road & Knightsbridge

Fashionable boutiques along the Kings Road in Chelsea will whet your appetite for the finer things in life.

You can’t shop in London without visiting the world-renowned luxury of Harrods. Highlights include the Harrods Food Hall and the Christmas Grotto.

Are you Shopping Savvy?

Celebrate a special occasion while you test your shopping savvy with our London Shopaholic Taxi Treasure Hunt. Treasure hunt at the icons, such as Harrods, Selfridges, & Liberty. Go off the beaten path to find London’s boutiques and speciality shops. Shop but don’t drop! You must make it to the end on time or lose points.

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London Taxi Marshal Service

LBT — Mon, 07 May 2012 12:29:39 +0000

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If you are running a big event, our Taxi Marshal Service can help get your participants home safely and efficiently.

Recent 2012 Events

More Information

For more information and fees, please see our Taxi Marshal page.
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London Taxi Tours

LBT — Thu, 03 May 2012 12:18:02 +0000

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London Taxi Tours are the best way to see London in comfort and safety.

Your tour guide, a cabbie trained in The London Knowlegdge, knows London better than anyone. You can see London’s iconic landmarks on the London Highlights Tour or take a speciality tour like the Harry Potter Tour.

Our tours aren’t limited to just London. Tour the pastoral English countryside without the hassle of trains and buses.

Choose from our many London Taxi Tours:

London Highlights Tour

See London’s highlights and hear about its fascinating history

A tour of London’s most iconic sites. Includes a drive down The Mall to Buckingham Palace (both are off limits to tour buses).

Stop for photos as you choose.

Harry Potter Tour

Visit Harry Potter’s London!

Take a magical taxi tour and see the London film locations used in all 7 films.

See other London landmarks such as the London Eye and Big Ben.

Jack the Ripper Tour

Follow the trail of Jack the Ripper, if you dare!

Transport back to murky and mysterious 19th century East London.

Explore the legend of the Ripper and Whitechapel murders.

Adults 18 and over only.

Haunted London Tour

Ghost stories from the streets of Haunted London

Haunted London comes back to life as you explore the spookiest corners of the city.

Not recommended for children under 15.

London by Night Tour

In the comfort of an iconic London Black Taxi, see London in all its magically-lit splendour.

London by Night is, in a word, dazzling.

Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, The London Eye, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and more.

Live commentary by your London cabbie and tour guide.

London Rock ‘n’ Roll Tour

Pioneer groups such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who, and The Kinks lived and performed in London while making their mark on modern musical history.

See the places and hear the stories of these legends that shaped the history of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

You will be treated to live commentary by your London cabbie, who is a specially trained London tour guide and an expert in London’s Rock ‘n’ Roll History

Customised London Tour

Design your own tour!

See what you want to see. Your driver-guide is at your service to take your wherever takes your fancy.

Many fun options available.

London Layover Tour

Long layover in London?

Make the most of your time.

Enjoy a London or Countryside Tour.

We can pick you up at the airport, station, or sea port and deliver you back again.

Stonehenge Tour

Visit the World Heritage Site of Stonehenge. An unforgettable day out.

The day can include a side trip to Woodhenge, Amesbury, Salisbury, Avebury, Silbury Hill, Old Sarum, or Old Wardour Castle.

Windsor Castle Tour

Be escorted to Windsor Castle in royal comfort.

Stroll around the historic and picturesque town of Windsor.

Hear about Windsor’s fascinating history from your specially trained driver-guide.

Customised Countryside Tour

Design your own tour!

Explore any part of the countryside within driving distance from London. Stop at a country pub. Many enticing destinations await you.

Stop at a country pub or a historic manor house.

Many enticing destinations await you.

Additional Price Information

No administration fees, credit card fees, or taxes will be added to the Tour Price.

Pick-ups and drop-offs within Central London are included in the Tour Price.

Pick-ups and drop-offs outside of Central London will incur an additional meter fare, which will be subject to our very reasonable administration/booking fee (Please read our lovely Terms and Conditions.). Any questions, just ask!

The British Beat

LBT — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:45:52 +0000

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Origin of the British Beat

Beat music, British beat, or Merseybeat (for bands from Liverpool beside the River Mersey) is a pop and rock music genre that developed in the United Kingdom in the early 1960s.

British Beat music is a fusion of rock and roll, doo-wop, skiffle, R&B and soul. The beat movement provided most of the bands responsible for the British invasion of the American pop charts in the period after 1964.

British Beat Music also provided the model for many important developments in pop and rock music, including the format of the rock group around lead, rhythm and bass guitars with drums.

London in the ’60s and ’70s

The ’60s and ’70s saw an explosion of “British Beat” music: a fusion of rock, doo wop, R&B, jazz, blues, folk, and soul.

Pioneer groups such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who, and The Kinks lived and performed in London while making their mark on modern musical history.

Listening to the British Beat

Well, now it’s 2012, and the way we listen to music has drastically changed.

We have progressed from vinyl, to cassette, to 8-track (U.S.), to reel-to-reel, to CD, to mini-discs, to MP3, to iTunes, and now to Spotify.

Just for fun, we created a “British Beat” Spotify Playlist, which you can listen to here. Just press the Play button.

Visit the Home of the British Beat

See the London landmarks and hear the stories that shaped the history of the British Beat and Rock ‘n’ Roll. The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who, The Kinks, and many more lived and performed in London while making their mark on modern musical history.

Join us for the best Rock ‘N’ Roll Tour in London.

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How to Gad About Town on a London Holiday

LBT — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 10:47:06 +0000

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You’ve saved all your pennies, found the cheapest flights around, got a cut-price hotel room, and cut down the cost of your travel insurance with Moneysupermarket – all so you can enjoy London without worrying about your wallet.

The city is fit to burst with exciting things to see and do, from the London Eye, to Buckingham Palace; shops, restaurants, bars, museums and zoos too numerous to mention, as well as London’s beautiful parks and gardens. With so much on your plate, you’ll need to know the best ways of getting around in every situation.

Perfect for almost any trip is the classic London Black Taxi. These little black classics are pre-bookable so you won’t have to stand out on the bustling street fighting with other pedestrians as you try to flag one down. You could even book one in advance of your arrival in the city, so you can feel like a celebrity by having a car waiting.

The main benefit to using a London Black Taxi is that while you might not know your way around the city, a cabbie certainly will, so there’s no need to faff around with timetables and figuring out connections. London Black Taxis are also ideal for nights out on the town, when the thought of clambering onto a bus in your best clothes is unthinkable.

For major tourist attractions, you will nearly always find that there is a bus that will take you directly to it, or at least very close by. There are a number of smartphone apps, such as London Bus Checker and BusMapper, that can help you plan and stay on top of your journey, as well as give you up-to-the-minute information on diversions and travel times.

When it comes to getting to London’s main shopping and bar districts, the famous London Underground is always nearly your best option. London’s West End is its most popular locale for shopaholics and is almost littered with underground stations. So whether you’re hitting the town in Soho, doing a spot of alternative shopping on Brick Lane or living it up on Bond Street, the Underground is sure to get you there. Just prepare to find yourself making very close friends with the other underground users, as London’s underground trains are notoriously tiny!

Getting around in London is easy when you know how, so what are you waiting for? Get your skates on!

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London Taxi Radio Interview of Alastair Campbell by BBC’s Tim Samuels

LBT — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:50:32 +0000

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We recently did some work with Maria Williams and the BBC as Tim Samuels recorded a BBC Radio 4 interview with Alastair Campbell in the back of one of our London Black Taxis.

Maria Williams is an award-winning Executive Producer, with 20 years experience of radio production. She now works as an independent audio consultant, working creatively with clients and programme-makers to inspire bold new audio content.

Tim Samuels is a documentary filmmaker and television presenter. He is one of the most acclaimed TV journalists, with three Royal Television Society awards in the last six years.

And Alastair Campbell…well, you know him…Tony Blair’s spin doctor and author of the The Happy Depressive, as well as several other books.

We were proud to play a small part in Maria’s bold and imaginative approach to radio.

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Visiting London for the Olympics? How about a London Tour or Treasure Hunt?

LBT — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 15:13:20 +0000

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If you are visiting London for the Olympics this summer, you’ll want to get in the full London experience before you go back home.

Our London Taxi Tours and London Taxi Treasure Hunts are the fun and comfortable way to see London.

Tours

See London from the comfort of an iconic London black taxi. Choose from our:

Treasure Hunts

Our London Taxi Treasure Hunts are a fun and interactive way to see London. Choose from our:

See You Soon!

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Nicola’s Hen Party – “Monopoly” Taxi Treasure Hunt

LBT — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 11:24:09 +0000

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For Nicola’s Hen Party, her friends decided that our London Monopoly Taxi Treasure Hunt was just the sort of fun they were looking for.

If you are wondering what these ladies are doing in the photos, you’ll just have to try one of our fun-filled Treasure Hunts for yourselves.

London Monopoly Treasure Hunt

During our London Monopoly Treasure Hunt, you’ll visit areas such as Park Lane, Regent Street, Leicester Square, Coventry Street, Piccadilly, and right through to Old Kent Road. Answer questions, take photos, buy souvenirs, collect free items, and complete tasks to win points. The team with the most points wins!

You can schedule 2 – 3 hours, according to your budget. We recommend 3 hours for maximum fun.

More Treasure Hunts

Our other Taxi Treasure Hunts are:

Sex and the City Treasure Hunt
Shopaholic Treasure Hunt
Fashionista Treasure Hunt
Taste of London Treasure Hunt
Pick ‘n’ Mix Treasure Hunt (combine 2-3 of the above themes)
Customised Treasure Hunt (we design a Treasure Hunt especially for you)
Design Your Own Treasure Hunt

More Information and Prices

For more information and current prices, please visit our Treasure Hunt page.

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London Parks in Springtime

LBT — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 10:47:31 +0000

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Some of this country’s most spectacular parks are in our capital city. You may not associate open green spaces with inner city locations. If you’ve never experienced a London Park, the spring time is a fantastic time to make their acquaintance.

More often than not visitors to London come for the shops, museums and sights but pay little attention to the amazing parks that London has to offer. Residents and locals however are well acquainted and you’ll find plenty to do and see. One of the best things about these beautiful oases is that enjoying them is free!

The most popular parks are the Royal Parks and many of these are clustered around the main sights. St James Park and Green Park border the grounds of Buckingham Palace, and St James Park incorporates The Mall. Covering 58 acres, St. James is fantastic in the spring with plenty of greenery and lakes. The water is home to the obligatory ducks and geese, but Green Park is also home to a more surprising pod of pelicans.

Green Park is a little smaller than St James at 47 acres and tends to be a little more peaceful than its buzzing neighbour with plenty of greenery and mature trees which really come into their own with blossoms and fresh green leaves.

Also in the thick of it are Hyde Park and Kensington Park. Hyde Park is one of London’s most popular parks; with over 4000 trees over 350 acres it encompasses, meadowlands, lakes, horse rides and plenty of opportunities to chill and take it easy. It is also where they hold the annual Proms in the Park and Party in the Park. Its neighbouring Kensington Park is slightly smaller at 275 acres and is more `formal` than Hyde Park. Here you will find avenues of trees, formal flower beds, The Albert Memorial and a statue of Peter Pan as well as the Peter Pan themed Diana Memorial Playground.

Regents Park has been popular with Londoners for around 150 years. The 410 acres incorporates the largest outdoor sports arena in London. Climb Primrose Hill for some spectacular London views or visit nearby London Zoo. The park also boasts an open air theatre and a number of cafes where you can chill out. It’s easy to forget you’re in London here.

At 2500 acres and with a herd of free roaming deer, Richmond Park is by far London’s biggest park and has royal connections that date back to the 13th Century. With its elevated position there are amazing views on clear days where you can see the River Thames and St Paul’s Cathedral. The spring is a great time to discover the park’s woodlands, ponds and flower gardens and the park is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest.

London is full of parks and open spaces which really come into their own when the sun starts to shine and the weather warms and they are easy to get to on the tube, on foot, or by taxi. On our London Taxi Tours, you can drive down The Mall with Green Park and St. James Park on either side or visit whichever London park takes your fancy.

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A Stylish London Taxi for Your Spring Wedding

LBT — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 13:53:46 +0000

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For Spring Weddings, a Wedding Taxi is a stylish alternative to an expensive limousine. Our Wedding Taxis are smart and comfortable. In addition to the Traditional Black Taxi, we offer the White Classic Fairway Taxi.

Here is what a few of our customers had to say about our Wedding Taxi Service:

A Spring Wedding is naturally full of colour from the budding trees and flowers all around. There is a fresh and vibrant feel to a Spring Wedding. The promise of new beginnings is in the air.

Spring Weddings reflect the mood of the season with colours in yellows, pinks, and pale greens.

Think tulip bouquets

And floral-embroidered gowns

Daffodils on every table

A cherry blossom wedding cake

And a country garden

And you…arriving in your Spring glory in a smart and stylish Wedding Taxi.

Greet your guests with honey mead and flower cupcakes. And afterwards, dazzle them with a Spring fireworks display! As the evening draws to close, the two of you step into your Wedding Taxi and drive off into the fragrant Spring night and into your new life together.

For more information and prices, visit our Wedding Taxis page.

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