SHOPPING ATTRACTIONS
It's time to hit the London shops!
One Aldwych is perfectly placed for a touch of retail
therapy.
Great little shops in Covent
Garden include...
Aspinal - Finely crafted home and lifestyle products ranging
from sleek handbags to heirloom leather-bound photo albums
Benjamin Pollock's Toyshop - This independent toy store
specialises in traditional theatre models and toys and has been
making kids (and big kids) smile since the 1880s
Betsey Johnson - Exuberant and edgy clothing
Broodie & Middleton - Unleash your creative side at this
theatrical and fine art supply store which opened in the
1840s
Burberry Brit - The UK's first, and largest, Burberry Brit
concept store represents a more laid back approach for the iconic
British label
Cadenhead's Whiskey Shop - A specialist whiskey store which has a
choice of over 170 malts
Crabtree & Evelyn - Original fragrances and gorgeous gifts
which will transform the ordinary rituals of daily life into
extraordinary experiences
Crazy Pig Designs - A jewellery store which stocks one-off pieces
that have been handmade on the
premises
Ella's Bakehouse - Indulge in a delightful cupcake at TV chef
Lorraine Pascale's bakery
Elliot Rhodes - Design your own handcrafted belt at this specialist
store
Eric Snooks - A fabulous and fun toy shop
Erno Laszlo - Discover just why Hollywood royalty consider
these wonderful skin products as 'must-haves' in the
bathroom.
Nicola Farhi - Shop for functional tailoring and luxurious
separates at this admired fashion designers
store
Godiva Chocolatier - Simply a chocoholics dream
Grosvenor Prints - London's largest stock of antique prints, from
the 17th to early 20th Century
Hobbs - Inspired by a quintessentially English Country Manor
House, this is Hobbs flagship store
Hope and Greenwood - An original, traditional and quirky sweet
store selling a wide range of tasty confectionary
Jack Wills - An emporium of classically inspired, preppy British
clothing for young adults
Kate Spade - A slice of New York style in the heart of
London
Kurt Geiger
- Designers of beautiful shoes
Ladurée - Sample the sweet delights and refined flavours
from these Parisian macaroon specialists in the Piazza
Laird London - Searching for a unique hat? Look no
further than Laird
L'Artisan Parfumeur - Inventive and unique fragrances created
by a family of talented and innovative perfumers
Links of London - This chic, bijou shop showcases the designs
of this iconic brand
London Marathon Store - For all your running and fitness
needs
Lyle & Scott - The flagship store of this well established
Scottish knitwear brand
Moomins - This fantastic shop magically recreates Moomin
Valley, where the famous Finnish cartoon is set
Mulberry - Browse for luxury leather handbags and accessories
by this iconic British brand
Neal's Yard Dairy - The place to find the best farm cheese from the
British Isles
Neal's Yard Remedies - Organic, natural health and beauty
products
Oliver Sweeney - Truly exceptional and timeless shoes for
gentlemen
Pandora - This jewellery shop celebrates feminine beauty with
a little edge and a lot of cool
Paul Smith - Classic designs with a contemporary twist
for both men and women
Penhaligons - Discover exquisite fragrances and archived classics
at this quintessentially English perfumery
Rabeanco - Discover luxurious, fashionable Italian leather handbags
at Rabeanco's UK flagship store
Sass & Belle - Pick up some irresistible vintage style
gifts
Segar and Snuff Parlour - One of London's last remaining
tobacco specialists
Stanfords - The UK's leading specialist retailer of maps, travel
books, globes and travel accessories
SugarSin - Filled to the brim with pick 'n' mix
and hand-made fudge
Sweet Couture - Indulge in a stylish cupcake
Tea Palace - Discover your new favourite
blend of tea
The Apple Store - Spread over three floors in a
Grade 1 listed building, this is the largest Apple Store in
the
world
The Bead Shop - England's first open-display bead
store
The Tintin Shop - From watches to crockery, The
Tintin shop is your first stop for anything to do with the
cartoon character
Treadwells - A truly magical book shop which
specialises folklore, cultural history and esoteric beliefs
Vilebrequin - Bring a touch of Saint Tropez
chic to your wardrobe with swim ware from this shop
Bloomsbury
A network of streets between Russel Square and Holborn are
attracting quirky, entrepreneurial small businesses to an unspoilt
corner of London. Lamb's Conduit Street and Rugby Street have
numerous shops including:
Persephone Books - reprints neglected classics
by 20th Century writers
Folk - casual contemporary menswear
Darkroom - interior & fashion accessories
alongside art and sculpture exhibitions
People's Supermarket - Chef Arthur Potts Dawson's
co-op
Cosmos China - a collective of artists who
hand-decorate bone china
Trunk Clothiers - cosy boutique featuring the best
menswear from Japan, Italy and beyond
Carnaby Street
A distinctive shopping destination which is pedestrianised
and full of cheerful young and trendy shops. Kingly Court is
an open air courtyard with three floors of independent fashion and
lifestyle boutiques.
Bond Street
From Gucci and Louis Vuitton to Bulgari, Bond Street is home to the
most elegant designer shops in London. Burlington
Arcade is a treasure trove for accessories whilst Fortnum and Mason
on Piccadilly is famed for it's fine food so make sure you enjoy a
naughty ice-cream in the parlour!
Oxford Street
This is the UK's most famous shopping street and home
to Selfridges, a store with lavish window displays and the biggest
shoe department in the world! St Christopher's Square is full of
busy cafés and is a great place for lunch.
Hatton Garden
Find beautiful antique and modern pieces in the jewellery hub of London.
Knightsbridge
Iconic Harrods is the largest shop in the UK and has a legendary food hall whilst Harvey Nichols is a must visit destination for any fashionista on a shopping mission.
Saville Row
Visit the world's greatest tailors in Mayfair.
Our Concierge is delighted to give suggestions and further information on where to shop in London.
Contact our Concierge
Tel: 020 7300 1099
Fax: 020 7300 0525
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LONDON TIPS
At the London Fashion Weekend style-savvy label lovers can see
catwalk shows and shop for one-off pieces from their favourite
designers at discounted rates.
Somerset House
23 to 26 February
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