London's Mythical Monsters and Human Villains

The history of London’s monsters is a long one. This illustrated talk aims to introduce you to some of the more notable figures, both supernatural and human, that have bedevilled the city. Prepare to encounter ghosts, giants, witches, man-eating rats, beasts from the sewers, a pig-faced lady, and even the Devil himself, as well as some truly evil flesh-and-blood villains.

Pete Smith is a Cambridge English graduate with a lifelong interest in London. After a career as a university teacher, he retrained as a London guide, and is currently a freelance lecturer and tourist guide, with his own small walking-tour company, London City Walks (www.londoncitywalks.co.uk). He is the author of A-Z London Hidden Walks (HarperCollins, 2022).