Goddesses, Garages and Good Health - Art Deco Bloomsbury

We start our walk on Russell Square – please note that the exact meeting place will be clearly described in words via email after purchase (please see more info in the FAQs below).

This architectural appreciation tour shows you how the retrospective term 'Art Deco' covers a wide-ranging styles built in the late 1920s and 30s, from brick-clad elegance and to Streamline Moderne façades with elegant, yet understated, decoration.

We will look at luxury apartment blocks with in-house facilities, nurses' homes and hospital buildings, as well as forward-thinking garages and service stations designed for the weathy few who could afford a motor car at that time. We will visit places of learning, innovation and commerce, and some charming 1930's pubs.

This route is not just about the buildings as it offers some marvellous examples of sculpture including low relief panels carved by one of Charles Holden's favourite artitsts, and two others by one of my own favourite sculptors. At another location we'll marvel at a mathematical magic square and wonder why it's there!

• 2hrs / 1.5 miles approx
• Ends near Theobalds Rd, ten mins' walk from Holborn/Chancery Lane station /

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Customer feedback: "We rarely look up, especially on shopping streets, and I will be doing this more often now." / "We really enjoyed your presentation style and will definitely be back for more walks with you" / "Jane's enthusiasm is infectious and I highly recommend her walks. My favourite guide." / "You even kept my teenager interested. No mean feat!" / "...every time so engaging, thanks to your delivery style and obvious thirst for knowledge" / "Loved the walk. You’re a fab guide Jane" / More feedback here

Many more Art Deco routes available across London – please check my listings

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My guiding style is inclusive, open and friendly. I design and research every tour myself – in fact, the research never ends. The walks and talks I offer are all on subjects that intrigue me and each one highlights a different facet of my personality. I am particularly interested in the architecture of our ever-changing streets and the little details on and above them. For more information, please visit www.janeslondonwalks.com

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Where does this walk start / what if I am running late?

• Important re meeting point info – please do not rely on any QR codes, postcodes and maps sent via apps as these often give incorrect information.
• The specific meeting point will be clearly described in words within the Order Confirmation email sent to you immediately after your purchase...
  Scroll down to the bottom of that email to the Additional Information section where you will find a written description of where to find me, as well as details of how to play catch-up should you be running late on the day.
  As a back-up, the same information will be provided within a reminder sent 24hrs before the event.

What is the minimum age to attend this event?

• There is no minimum age
• No charge for children aged 5 or younger. Children 6-15yrs = concession rate
• All children 15 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult – one child per paying adult.

Can I just show up and pay on arrival?

• No – this is a ticketed event with a maximum group size – places must be booked in advance.

Do I have to bring a copy of my ticket to the event?

• No – you will simply be asked your name

Can I get a refund / is my ticket transferrable?

• As you can appreciate, refunds and reallocations do not apply to people who simply do not show up on the day!
• You can organise your own refund through Eventbrite's ticketing system up to 48 hours before the walk starts. However, please note that the booking fee (absorbed within the ticket price) is not refundable.
• Alternatively, I can hold your purchase for transfer to another Jane's London Walk within the next three months – please notify me in writing via email/text at least 48 hours before this walk is due to start.

What if it's raining?

• Walking tours will go ahead, rain or shine.
• However, if severely adverse conditions are forecast, or other unforeseen complications cause the event to be cancelled, you will receive notification and a full refund.

Is this tour suitable for wheelchairs?

• The tour will be on normal London streets

How can I contact the organiser?

• Email: [email protected]
• Mobile: +44(0)7941 475003
• Instagram/Facebook: janeslondonwalks

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