Gangster Walking Tour of London’s East End Led by Actor Vas Blackwood
by Brit Movie Tours
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This two-hour walking tour in London’s East End is led by actor Vas Blackwood, known for his role as Rory Breaker in Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels. The tour starts in Whitechapel, where you meet Vas and then visit locations connected to both real criminals and famous films. You will see places linked to the Kray twins, including Repton Boys’ Club where they learned to box, and the Blind Beggar pub, known for a violent incident involving Ronnie Kray. As you walk, Vas shares stories from his experiences with London gangsters and his acting career. He tells about figures like Lenny McLean, a bareknuckle fighter turned actor, and Barbara Windsor, who married one of the Krays’ associates. You will also learn about Brown Bread Fred, a criminal known for his murders. The tour includes visits to film locations such as the pub used as Samoan Jo’s and Hatchet Harry’s office from Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels. The tour focuses on the criminal history and film sites of the East End and is guided by Vas Blackwood throughout the full two hours.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
East End
Meet Vas Blackwood in Whitechapel, known for his roles as Rory Breaker and Lennox 'Shadow' Gilbey. He guides a two-hour walk around London’s East End, visiting locations linked to the Kray twins and other criminals. Stops include Repton Boys’ Club, where the twins learned boxing, and the Blind Beggar pub, site of a murder by Ronnie Kray that increased his notoriety.
120 min
The Blind Beggar Public House Whitechapel
Hear stories from Vas about his encounters with London gangsters and his acting roles. Learn about Lenny McLean, a gangster turned actor, Barbara Windsor who married Ronnie Knight, and Brown Bread Fred, a murderer. Visit the pub used as Samoan Jo’s and Hatchet Harry’s office from Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels.
15 min
Meeting point
The meeting point is inside the main bar area of the Blind Beggar pub, 337 Whitechapel Rd – 1 min walk from Whitechapel tube station. Vas will be signing images at the ‘Blind Beggar’ from 12:30-1:30pm before the tour departs. (Costs: Pics £20. Wall-mount Pics £40)
End point
The meeting point is inside the main bar area of the Blind Beggar pub, 337 Whitechapel Rd – 1 min walk from Whitechapel tube station. Vas will be signing images at the ‘Blind Beggar’ from 12:30-1:30pm before the tour departs. (Costs: Pics £20. Wall-mount Pics £40)
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Gangster Walking Tour of London’s East End Led by Actor Vas Blackwood
by Brit Movie Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.£60Overview
This two-hour walking tour in London’s East End is led by actor Vas Blackwood, known for his role as Rory Breaker in Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels. The tour starts in Whitechapel, where you meet Vas and then visit locations connected to both real criminals and famous films. You will see places linked to the Kray twins, including Repton Boys’ Club where they learned to box, and the Blind Beggar pub, known for a violent incident involving Ronnie Kray. As you walk, Vas shares stories from his experiences with London gangsters and his acting career. He tells about figures like Lenny McLean, a bareknuckle fighter turned actor, and Barbara Windsor, who married one of the Krays’ associates. You will also learn about Brown Bread Fred, a criminal known for his murders. The tour includes visits to film locations such as the pub used as Samoan Jo’s and Hatchet Harry’s office from Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels. The tour focuses on the criminal history and film sites of the East End and is guided by Vas Blackwood throughout the full two hours.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
East End
Meet Vas Blackwood in Whitechapel, known for his roles as Rory Breaker and Lennox 'Shadow' Gilbey. He guides a two-hour walk around London’s East End, visiting locations linked to the Kray twins and other criminals. Stops include Repton Boys’ Club, where the twins learned boxing, and the Blind Beggar pub, site of a murder by Ronnie Kray that increased his notoriety.
120 min
The Blind Beggar Public House Whitechapel
Hear stories from Vas about his encounters with London gangsters and his acting roles. Learn about Lenny McLean, a gangster turned actor, Barbara Windsor who married Ronnie Knight, and Brown Bread Fred, a murderer. Visit the pub used as Samoan Jo’s and Hatchet Harry’s office from Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels.
15 min
Meeting point
The meeting point is inside the main bar area of the Blind Beggar pub, 337 Whitechapel Rd – 1 min walk from Whitechapel tube station. Vas will be signing images at the ‘Blind Beggar’ from 12:30-1:30pm before the tour departs. (Costs: Pics £20. Wall-mount Pics £40)
End point
The meeting point is inside the main bar area of the Blind Beggar pub, 337 Whitechapel Rd – 1 min walk from Whitechapel tube station. Vas will be signing images at the ‘Blind Beggar’ from 12:30-1:30pm before the tour departs. (Costs: Pics £20. Wall-mount Pics £40)
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.