Alice

The Friendly Storyteller

  • I live in Edinburgh
  • I speak English
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 9 hours

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Alice

Edinburgh is my home, but I'm originally from the East of England, close to Cambridge. I've travelled far in Europe and Asia and I've lived in many places, Haarlem in the Netherlands, Newcastle in the north of England and London. I discovered storytelling in 2010 through my career as an actress in the theatre and it soon became my passion and my profession. I'm a strong believer in the power stories have to shape our perceptions, allowing us a safe space to explore the human experience.

In 2015 I finally realised my dream to live and work in Scotland. I moved to Edinburgh where a warm community of storytellers and artists welcomed me. Here I perform, run workshops, coach storytellers, and use storytelling in teaching and of course tour guiding. When I arrived I quickly learned the stories of the city's history. Edinburgh is a treasure trove of tales waiting to be told. Every street corner has a story, some dark and mysterious, others mythical and magical. Scotland as a whole is an inspiring place to live as a storyteller. The land and the waters echo the songs and myths of the ancient Celts, and the towns and cities tell the stories of more recent times; the murderers and scoundrels, the poets and preachers, the kings and the queens.

  • I live in Edinburgh
  • I speak English
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 9 hours

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Reviews

Tania
28 January 2025
We had a wonderful time on The Hidden Gems of Edinburgh Tour with Alice as a family of 4 with 2 school age kiddos. Alice told wonderful and engaging stories for everyone while taking us around to local spots! We would definitely suggest her for a tour.Fun Family Tour
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3 January 2025
Alice showed us all the interesting sites while weaving in Scottish history and folklore. She gave us excellent suggestions on things to see, places to eat. Her stories were so theatrical you thought you were watching a play unfold.She was also very kind and lovely.The Deacon Brodie Tour
JILL
2 January 2025
Sonja
9 December 2024
Our tour with Alice was fantastic, she explained us the most intresting storys about the history of Edinburgh, all by heart. It was easy to follow her because she has'nt got a strong accent. We totally forgot to freeze in the cold wind, because her speech was so thrilling and it was like a dive into Edinburgh history. I can totally recommend this tour and would definetely book her again. A dive into the history of Edinburgh!
Margaret
30 October 2024
Alice was a fun, informative guide. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with her and would definitely choose her again.Fabulous experience
Estelle
27 October 2024
Alice was a fantastic tour guide and very engaging. We very much enjoyed our tour with her and learning about this wonderful city. Her stories were captivating and she has a lovely way about her. Would definitely recommend Alice!A great tour of the lovely Edinburgh
Rebekah
19 October 2024
We had a fantastic tour with Alice. She was knowledgeable, funny, and accommodating throughout our tour. We learned so much about Edinburgh and Alice gave great recommendations for places to visit. The amazing stories really made our experience there all the more magical! Thank you, Alice!Amazing storyteller
Gabrielle
16 October 2024
Alice is an exceptional guide and storyteller, truly one of the best we've ever had. Her charming and engaging personality, combined with her impressive knowledge and storytelling abilities, made our tour of Edinburgh an unforgettable experience. Alice's captivating tales of the city's rich history and folklore brought the streets and landmarks to life, leaving us with a profound appreciation for the city. Her witty and humorous delivery kept us entertained throughout the tour, making it an absolute delight. We highly recommend Alice to anyone seeking an authentic and immersive Edinburgh experience. Her passion for the city is contagious, and she has a remarkable talent for making every step feel like a journey through time.Edinburgh's Amazing Guide and Storyteller
Denice
15 October 2024
Alice was a funny, engaging, charming guide for my husband and I. We interacted extremely well and loved her storytelling finesse. We peppered her with many questions and she was up to the challenge. We probably kept her from showing us a few things but we didn't mind. You'll love her enthusiasm. Delightful in every way
Nancy
17 September 2024
We were a group of eight who absolutely loved our tour with Alice! She was very lively, had a great grasp of all the history of the area, and knew so many hidden gems to direct us to. Her storytelling was exceptional and vivid, and I would highly recommend her!So informative and entertaining!

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