Twickenham Audio Tour: Stories, Scandals & Serenity by the Thames

Above photo: Jonathan Cardy, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Spot the glimmer of movie magic on a quiet Twickenham street or stumble upon a chapel that began as a humble “iron church” sheltering windswept worshippers. Around the next corner lies an artist’s secret retreat, gardens humming with echoes of creative genius and wartime industry.

This self-guided audio tour threads you through Richmond upon Thames, revealing untold stories where rebels, dreamers and misfits rewrote history behind unassuming doors. These are the hidden layers few visitors ever find.

What secret catastrophe sent an unstoppable film tycoon crashing overnight? Who stirred up fierce loyalty in a chapel built for warmth and resilience? And why did airmen’s uniforms buzz to life beneath a painter’s skylight during the war?

Move through alleyways of ambition, shadows of scandal and sunlit pockets where legend meets reality. Rediscover Twickenham as a mosaic of eccentric inventions and whispered intrigue.

Your story begins at the threshold of the unexpected—press play and step into history’s spotlight.

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• Duration: 3 hours 7 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 5.4 km (3.3 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 1h 53min
  
• Stops: 15 captivating landmarks including Twickenham Film Studios, Eel Pie Island, Orleans Park School
  

Experience the charm of Richmond upon Thames like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

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• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Richmond upon Thames's history to life
  
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience
  

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• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!
  

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Twickenham on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

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• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options
  

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

You will visit the following locations:

• 📍  Twickenham Film Studios (4min)
• ⛪  Amyand Park Chapel (1min)
• 🏨  Sandycombe Lodge (2min)
• 📍  St Stephen's, Twickenham (2min)
• ⛪  Chapel House, Twickenham (4min)
• 🎵  Orleans Club Ground (2min)
• 🌳  Orleans Park School (5min)
• 📍  The Naked Ladies (4min)
• 🏠  York House, Twickenham (4min)
• ⛪  St Mary's Church, Twickenham (5min)
• 🏝️  Eel Pie Island (5min)
• ⛪  Twickenham Methodist Church (2min)
• 🏛️  Pope's villa (5min)
• ⚔️  Twickenham War Memorial (4min)
• 🏔️  Strawberry Hill House (5min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

Learn even more about Richmond upon Thames with these bonus audio stories available in the app:

• 🏛️    Prehistory (2min)
• 🏛️    Roman London (1min)
• 🏛️    Anglo-Saxon and Viking-period London (2min)
• 🏛️    Middle Ages (3min)
• 🏛️    Early modern (3min)
• 🏛️    Late modern and contemporary (4min)
• 🌍    Scope (2min)
• 🌍    Status (2min)
• 🌍    Topography (2min)
• 🌍    Climate (4min)
• 🌍    Areas (2min)
• 🌍    Architecture (4min)
• 🌍    Natural history (3min)
• 🌟    London's Expanding Urban Landscape (3min)
• 🌟    Age structure and median age (2min)
• 🌟    Country of birth (2min)
• 🌟    Ethnic groups (3min)
• 🌟    Languages (1min)
• 🌟    Religion (3min)
• 🌟    Accents (2min)
• 🎭    Local government (2min)
• 🎭    National government (2min)
• 🎭    Policing and crime (2min)

These additional topics provide deeper insights into the city's culture, history, and local life.

Above photo: Twickenham Film Studios, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Motmit, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Jim Linwood, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Mike Ricard, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Jonathan Cardy, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

🇬🇧 English  • 
🇫🇷 French  • 
🇪🇸 Spanish  • 
🇩🇪 German  • 
🇮🇹 Italian  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
🇷🇺 Russian  • 
🇯🇵 Japanese  • 
🇨🇳 Chinese  • 
🇳🇱 Dutch  • 
🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  • 
🇸🇦 Arabic  • 
🇰🇷 Korean  • 
🇸🇪 Swedish  • 
🇩🇰 Danish  • 
🇫🇮 Finnish  • 
🇵🇱 Polish  • 
🇨🇿 Czech  • 
🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 
🇬🇷 Greek  • 
🇹🇷 Turkish  • 
🇮🇳 Hindi  • 
🇦🇱 Albanian  • 
🇪🇹 Amharic  • 
🇦🇲 Armenian  • 
🇧🇩 Bengali  • 
🇧🇦 Bosnian  • 
🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 
🇲🇲 Burmese  • 
🇪🇸 Catalan  • 
🇭🇷 Croatian  • 
🇪🇪 Estonian  • 
🇬🇪 Georgian  • 
🇮🇳 Gujarati  • 
🇮🇸 Icelandic  • 
🇮🇩 Indonesian  • 
🇮🇳 Kannada  • 
🇰🇿 Kazakh  • 
🇱🇻 Latvian  • 
🇱🇹 Lithuanian  • 
🇲🇰 Macedonian  • 
🇲🇾 Malay  • 
🇮🇳 Malayalam  • 
🇮🇳 Marathi  • 
🇲🇳 Mongolian  • 
🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 
🇮🇷 Persian  • 
🇮🇳 Punjabi  • 
🇷🇴 Romanian  • 
🇷🇸 Serbian  • 
🇸🇰 Slovak  • 
🇸🇮 Slovenian  • 
🇸🇴 Somali  • 
🇰🇪 Swahili  • 
🇵🇭 Tagalog  • 
🇮🇳 Tamil  • 
🇮🇳 Telugu  • 
🇹🇭 Thai  • 
🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 
🇵🇰 Urdu  • 
🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Twickenham Film Studios, Twickenham Film Studios, Heston, United Kingdom