Women in the City: Power, Profit & Progress Walk

Experience the remarkable stories of pioneering women who transformed the City of London through courage, ingenuity, and determination. Discover how their defiance of oppressive systems, subversion of economic marginalisation, and relentless pursuit of professional equity reshaped the social, financial, and political landscape of the city. Learn about suffragettes, entrepreneurs, and reformers whose contributions were once overlooked but now leave a lasting legacy. Explore historic streets and hidden alleys where these trailblazers lived, worked, and fought for change, bringing history vividly to life through engaging storytelling and expert guidance.

Experience a deeper understanding of the resilience and ambition that allowed these women to challenge barriers and create opportunities for future generations. Discover connections between famous women and key landmarks in the City, from medieval entrepreneurs to Victorian clerks and early 20th-century advocates. Learn how strategic advocacy and legislation gradually dismantled systemic barriers, enabling women to claim spaces previously denied to them. Explore London with fresh eyes, appreciating the remarkable impact of these trailblazers on both the city’s institutions and cultural attitudes, and gain insight into the collective legacy of their courage and determination.