Discover the beauty of the Thames & Chilterns with Bobbie Blue Badge

Enjoy unforgettable experiences in the historical landscapes and picturesque villages of the Thames Valley and Chiltern Hills. Bobbie Blue Badge offers expertly guided tours, designed to immerse you in the rich culture and stunning scenery from Lechlade to Windsor Castle.

My bespoke tour services

From typical English village walks to thousand year old castles, to vibrant and colourful town centres, I provide a range of tailored tours to suit every interest. Let me guide you through the hidden gems and iconic landmarks of this beautiful region.

Entertaining walking tours

Gain an all-round appreciation of your touring base with my engaging walking tours. Be regaled with colourful stories and secrets of ancient towns and villages.

Scenic countryside excursions

Let me show you around the breath-taking natural beauty of the Thames, Chilterns and Oxfordshire Cotswolds during a scenic excursion, perfect for those who want to leave the city behind.

Tailor-made group tours

Planning a special event, a corporate outing or an educational tour? I can create a bespoke tour experience just for your group. Tours in a foreign language are my joy.

Themed trips

My well-researched themed tours are immersive and interactive ranging from TV tourism (Barnaby, Morse, Downton) to historical, cultural, crafting and architectural themes.

Your expert guide to the region

Hi, I’m Bobbie, a licensed Blue Badge Tourist Guide with over 40 years' experience creating memorable, entertaining and engaging tours in the Thames and Chilterns.

Whether on foot, by coach or on the river, I combine fascinating history, local knowledge and plenty of humour to create experiences that are as enjoyable as they are informative. My goal isn't simply to deliver a tour – it's to leave people smiling, talking about their day and wanting to come back for more.

The Blue Badge is the UK's highest guiding qualification, and I've had the privilege of sharing my passion with visitors of all ages from every corner of the world. I speak three languages fluently, (English, French and German) and another three conversationally (Spanish, Italian and Dutch), and I'm also able to communicate using British Sign Language, allowing me to connect with an exceptionally wide range of guests.

The relationships I build with clients are something I'm especially proud of. Some have been returning to me for over 25 years, while one group has joined me annually for the past eight years on Midsomer Murders filming-location tours through the Chilterns (and everyone has survived!).

The Blue Badge qualification brought me to the attention of Francis Frith who commissioned me to write Windsor: A History & Celebration, reflecting both my Blue Badge credentials and my extensive knowledge of the town.

"Our family tour was brilliant! Bobbie kept everyone engaged, from the youngest to the oldest. Fantastic day out!"

— Sarah P., London

"We really enjoyed out tour around Oxford. We understood everthing very clearly and didn't need to use our Swedish interpreter!"

— Mark T., Sweden

"Bobbie managed to control a group of 40 Italian students all round Windsor and Eton, and keep to the scheduled 2 hours! Amazing!

— Tour group from Verona, Italy

Ready for your next adventure?

Contact Bobbie Blue Badge today to discuss your ideal tour. Let's create an unforgettable exploration of the Thames & Chilterns together.