Institute of Tourists Guiding
MR 04676
In 2011 Graham started a new career as a Blue Badge Tourist Guide.
This is the story of what was involved to achieve this most coveted qualification; the studying, the exams, the experiences.
It is peppered with anecdotes about the training and some of my subsequent tours.
| Location | Length |
|---|---|
Village Hall or your meeting venue | 45 to 60 minutes |
Online via Zoom | Sorry, not available online |
The Blue Badge is recognised as the most prestigious tourist guide qualification in the country, and its training is admired around the world.
Find out, from someone who is proud to have done it, how the training works; the hours of study, the practical and written exams.
It’s the sychronised swimming syndrome; serene on the surface, paddling like mad below.
Every guide has stories of particular tours, strange requests, unexpected visitors, the things that keep us on our toes.
These are some of mine.
We have enjoyed several of Graham’s talks and they have always been well presented, interesting and entertaining.
Graham is a regular visitor to our meetings and his talks are always very popular. He displays a great depth of knowledge of his subject, is very professional and informative in his delivery and his talks are illustrated with superb photography.
We have had some very interesting talks from Graham. He really enjoys his subjects and passes his interest and knowledge on to his audiences. Our members certainly look forward to the meetings when Graham is giving a talk.
Don’t think he could improve! Excellent in all respects.
If you have any questions about a talk, or if you're interested in booking, then don't hesitate to get in touch.
