I began my working life as a history teacher in Secondary School and became a guide after having my children. As a London Blue Badge Guide I have guided extensively in London and the South East and more recently have led tour groups throughout Britain, France, Belgium and the Netherlands. I spent four years living in Washington DC in the USA during the early 70s.

I love history, particularly mediaeval history, and delight in trying to bring to life the stories of the great characters of our past for my groups. Consequently I love the castles and stately homes where the lives and dramas of our past have been played out. I am particularly fascinated by the Plantaganets, notably Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine

I enjoy music and sing in a large Philharmonic Choir performing the major choral works. I have also taken many music groups on concert tours. I also enjoy the theatre and go to the theatre in London very regularly and have seen many of the great performances of the last 20 years.