Charles I. Charles II. And now King Charles III

May 3, 2023May 3, 2023 London Magical Tours

Children enjoying their visit to Windsor Castle – with King Charles III!

On Saturday the 6th of May 2023, the nation will be partying to congratulate our new King Charles, Philip, Arthur, George – also known as King Charles III for short.

As the third King to hold the name Charles, we thought it would be a good time to step back in time to remind us of those previous royals to have shared the same name.

Back in the 16th century, King Charles I was the only monarch to have been decapitated for his ideas of absolutism, following in the ancient belief that kings were chosen by God to reign over their people – the Divine Right.

King Charles II, son of Charles I, was invited to take the throne on the condition that he would rule alongside Parliament, following the end of Oliver Cromwell’s Commonwealth. He came back from France, where he had been in hiding and became known as the “Merry Monarch”.

After over three and half centuries, things are somewhat different today. Although he shares the same family line of those previous Kings, Charles III is the eldest son of our dear late Queen Elizabeth II, a much admired world leader, who was known for her intelligence and benevolent nature.

King Charles III has come a long way from his days as Prince of Wales. He is greatly admired for his environmental work, as well as his charitable endeavours, including the great success of the Prince’s Trust.

Here at London Magical Tours, we invite you to come visit the UK this summer to continue celebrating – and to share with you the changes that continue to make England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland such special nations to visit.

Please click on the links below for more details on our private london tours and private Windsor tours to discover more about King Charles III and his family.

God save the King!

It’s Halloween!

October 24, 2022October 24, 2022 London Magical Tours

Magical? You bet! Young visitors on our private tours during Halloween

It’s the spookiest time of year!

London is such a fun place to be during the month of October. From the torture chambers of the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace’s haunted nights and extra frightening surprises on the London Eye, there is no better way to spend the month of October.

Children on London Magical Tours’s London private tours also get the chance to win special trick or treat surprises and souvenirs – as well as the opportunity to dress up as their favourite witches and ghouls!

Trick or Treat! Afternoon tea is the perfect treat during October

Guests on VIP level tours can also enjoy a special afternoon tea, packed with treats, cakes and the most delicious hand made desserts – a big favourite with our young visitors!

To see London Magical Tours’ full range of tours, all of which are available with a special Halloween theme, please visit:

London Magical Tours Range of Tours

Platinum Jubilee – Her Majesty’s 70th Anniversary Celebrations

February 25, 2022February 25, 2022 London Magical Tours

platinum-queen

Final preparations are now in full swing to celebrate this year’s very special milestone – Her Majesty the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

Her Majesty Elizabeth II has become the first monarch to ever celebrate a Platinum Jubilee this year – an incredible 70 years of service to the United Kingdom, the Realms and the Commonwealth.

There has been an overwhelming amount of interest in visiting London this year as a direct result and many of the events and celebrations taking place will culminate in a 4 day weekend at the start of June. Here are the confirmed highlights at the start of June period in what is sure to be a spectacular start to the Summer in London:

Thursday 2nd June

The Queen’s Birthday Parade (Trooping the Colour)

Starting at Buckingham Palace, the parade will go by the Mall to Horse Guards Parade, where more than 1,400 soldiers, 200 horses and 400 musicians will celebate The Queen’s official birthday. The Parade will finish with a spectacular fly-past of the Royal Air Force, watched by The Queen and Members of the Royal Family from the famous balcony at Buckingham Palace.

Friday 3rd June

Service of Thanksgiving

Her Majesty will attend a special service of thanksgiving to celebrate the 70 years of Her reign at St Paul’s Cathedral in central London.

Saturday 4th June

The Derby at Epsom Downs

Accompanied by members of the Royal Family, Her Majesty will attend the horse racing derby at Epsom Downs.

Platinum Party at the Palace

The BBC will host a special live concert from Buckingham Palace to celebrate Her Majesty’s special occasion. The spectacular show will bring together some of the world’s biggest musician and entertainment stars to celebrate each decade of Her Majesty’s 70 year reign.

Sunday 5th June

The Big Jubilee Lunch

The Big Lunch was an event started over a decade ago to encourage communities to come together to celebrate their connections and get to know each other more in a spirit of fun and friendship. In 2022 The Big Lunch will bring the Jubilee celebrations into the heart of every community.

At London Magical Tours we are very excited to celebrate this historic celebration with our guests from across the world. Discover the best that London has to offer with your own private London tours and celebrate Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee in style.

Things to do this Easter 2020 in London

February 18, 2020June 9, 2021 London Magical Tours

From Easter egg hunts to the Passion of the Christ live performance – there is something for everyone to enjoy this Easter 2020 in London.

London Easter Egg Hunts:

Visit the Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace and search for Easter treasures. There is even a chance to decorate your very own easter eggs that you can take home.

The Big Easter Egg Hunt, Covent Garden, London

Easter Weekend Mass:

Celebrate the Easter weekend with mass at one of London’s churches. Our favourites include Westminster Abbey, St. Paul’s Cathedral (pictured below) and St. Martin’s in the fields.

Celebrate Easter Mass at St. Paul’s Cathedral

Easter Chocolate in London:

What would Easter be like without some chocolate? Thankfully you need not worry; London has some of the best places where you can indulge on your sweet tooth cravings. Our favourites include Charbonnel et Walker (Bond Street), Le Jeune Chocolatiers and Choccywoccydoodah.

Choccywoccydoodah – the magical shop in London run by real-life Willy Wonkas.

The Passion of Jesus:

Watch the magical performance of the Easter story in London’s Trafalgar Square. This year it takes place on Good Friday the 10th of April.

Easter Family Tours and attractions:

Discover the magic of Easter in London with the London private tours specialist London Magical Tours. With your very own tour guide and chauffeur, you can visit all the above Easter London locations and much more. Whats more London Magical Tours offer special Easter Egg Hunts as part of the tours to create a magical Easter experience for both children and adults alike.

Valentines Day in London

January 10, 2020February 22, 2020 London Magical Tours

“My bounty is as boundless as the sea, My love as deep;
The more I give to thee, The more I have,
For both are infinite.”
― William Shakespeare, Romeo and Juliet

Every year we have hundreds of requests from visitors about where is the best place to propose while visiting London during the month of February on one of our VIP tours of London. Like Paris, London is a very beautiful city, with breathtaking romantic views, especially from the River Thames.

Did you know that ever since its inauguration back in the year 2000, more than 4,500 marriage proposals have taken place on the London Eye? There are over 4,000 restaurants spread across the central London area alone, covering every cuisine on earth.

If you’re planning a special occasion, let our VIP team help make your day one to remember. Whether its touring in our state of the art Rolls Royce with champagne, visiting some of Shakespeare’s favourite locations around the city or taking in a play at the Globe Theatre or the West End, London offers some truly world class options to show off your true romantic side.