About Us

Our Director, Sally Empson BSc (Econ), Cert. Ed, FTS, is a highly experienced guide trainer and a professional guide. Her experience and qualifications include:

• London Blue Badge guide since 1991
• Cert. Ed. teaching qualification from London University
• Programme Director of the London Blue Badge course: 2001 - 2006
• Former trustee of the Institute of Tourist Guiding
• Member of the Institute of Tourist Guiding Accreditation Committee
• European tour manager for various companies: 1985 - 1991
• Founder and Managing Director of a ski company:
  1984 - 1990
• Founder and Creative Director of Cities in Sound, a company producing audio walks in European cities:
  2006 - 2008
• Fellow of the Tourism Society
• Degree from London School of Economics

Training Professional Guides was established in 2001. We are based in London and work with clients throughout the UK.

All TPG's trainers are accredited by the Institute of Tourist Guiding

Please contact us to discuss your requirements