The walk aims to introduce people to the shadiest and darker side of Southwark by looking at the more nefarious happenings that took place around Old St Thomas’ Hospital from the 16th to the early 20th century. We shall highlight these darker stories around the themes of bodysnatching, murder, executions, alcohol, etc. The walk is aimed to be educational and even though the topics will be treated with the utmost respect, some of these stories might be triggering for some people. The past can be a very upsetting place to visit, but it can teach us many things. Join us as we guide you through the dark side of Southwark.

Geography: Local walking tour around London Bridge and environs.

Meeting point: Guy's Courtyard, next to the statue of Thomas Guy.

Time: 1.5 hours.

This 5th edition of the festival is a celebration of health and wellbeing in the heart of London Bridge, running 21-25 March 2023. Browse the full events listing here.

Linking universities, hospitals, museums and more, the London Bridge Medi-Culture District will bring together sites of pivotal importance to science and medicine in the area.