Market Town, Martyrs and Mysteries: Discover Old Amersham on a Guided Walking Tour

You might have walked along Old Amersham’s High Street a hundred times. But how much do you really know about the stories hiding behind those beautiful historic buildings?

From medieval markets and grand coaching inns to religious rebellion, brewing empires and some rather unexpected characters, Old Amersham has centuries of fascinating history waiting to be discovered.

And there’s a lovely way to explore it all.

Claudia Guides invites visitors and locals alike to join Market Town, Martyrs and Mysteries, a 90-minute guided walking tour through the historic heart of Old Amersham, uncovering the stories, secrets and people who helped shape the town we know today.

The walk begins beneath the beautiful 17th-century Market Hall, where you’ll discover how Amersham grew from a medieval market town into an important stopping point for travellers and coaches making their way through Buckinghamshire.

Along the High Street, familiar landmarks take on a whole new meaning. You’ll hear about the town’s historic coaching inns, its bustling markets and the remarkable buildings that have witnessed centuries of changing fortunes.

But there’s much more to Amersham’s story than its picturesque streets.

The tour explores the town’s extraordinary religious history, including the Amersham Martyrs, the Quakers and the people who challenged the beliefs and authorities of their time.

You’ll also discover the legacy of the Weller brewing family, whose business became an important part of the town’s history, and hear some of the more surprising stories connected to Amersham, including that of Ruth Ellis, the last woman to be executed in Britain.

Along the way, Claudia brings attention to details that are so easy to overlook — from old cattle rings and historic footpaths to almshouses, former brewery buildings and the imposing old workhouse.

It’s the sort of experience that makes you look at a familiar place differently. Suddenly, a building you’ve passed countless times has a story, a quiet corner reveals a piece of forgotten history, and the streets you thought you knew become just a little more intriguing.

The tour is designed as a gentle, enjoyable stroll, with plenty of fascinating stories along the way. And at just 90 minutes, it leaves plenty of time afterwards to enjoy a coffee, browse the independent shops or settle in for lunch at one of Old Amersham’s lovely pubs and restaurants.

Whether you’re visiting from London for the day, showing friends around the area or simply curious to learn more about the town you call home, this is a wonderful opportunity to discover another side of Amersham.

Old Amersham Guided Walking Tour – Market Town, Martyrs and Mysteries

Duration: 90 minutes

Meeting point: Market Hall, High Street, Old Amersham, HP7 0DG

Finishing point: The King’s Arms, Old Amersham High Street

Tickets: £20 per person. Accompanied children under 12 go free.

Walking pace: Gentle, mostly flat, with some uneven historic surfaces.

Private and group tours are also available in English and Spanish.

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Because sometimes, the best way to discover somewhere new is to take another look at somewhere you thought you already knew.