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Stephen Griffin
2
tours
121
ratings
4.7
avg. rating
Over 25 years experience sharing my 'Tales from Wales'
Born and bred in Wales
About
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Stephen Griffin is the proud founder of Griffin Guiding and an official Wales Blue Badge Tourist Guide with over 25 years of professional tourist guiding experience. A passionate Welshman through and through, Stephen delights in showcasing the very best of Wales to visitors from around the world. His tours bring together the country’s rich history, industrial heritage , vibrant traditions, and breathtaking natural landscapes, all delivered in a style that is both informative and entertaining.
Over the years, Stephen has amassed a treasure trove of stories and anecdotes from local characters enabling Griffin Guiding to offer guests a truly memorable experience. His engaging storytelling and warm personality ensure that every tour is more than just a journey—it’s an immersion into the heart and soul of Wales, filled with insight, humour, and unforgettable Tales from Wales.

Credentials
Publications and Shows
  • Appeared on BBC Holiday programme- explaining about the Principality Stadium

  • Appeared on a Wales feature for German TV Holiday programme

  • Appeared on a Wales feature for Belgian TV holiday programme

  • Participated on the Tourist Guide panel for BBC Test the Nation show

Certifications
  • Wales Blue Badge Tourist Guide

  • Federal of European Tourist Guides - Tourist Guide Trainer

Professional Association
  • Wales Official Tourist Guides Association

  • Guild of Guides (London)

  • Institute of Tourist Guiding (London)

Achievements
  • Played 'Man with broken nose, looking miserable" on BBC Casualty TV series

Ancient History
Medieval History
Local Legends
Wander through Cardiff and hear how castles, coal and rugby shaped the capital
Walking Tour
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75 mins
Maritime Heritage
Transportation Heritage
Modern History
Trace Cardiff Bay’s history from coal port to bustling waterfront
Walking Tour
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60 mins