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Ten Interesting Facts and Figures About Carnaby Street

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An avenue that’s always in style, Carnaby Street in Westminster has been the home of popular fashions for decades.  Named for Karnaby House that was built in the area in 1683 with the street created not long after, it first became known as a retail location in the 19th Century when the Carnaby market first appeared.  However, it wouldn’t be until the 20th Century that Carnaby … [Read more...] about Ten Interesting Facts and Figures About Carnaby Street

Ten Interesting Facts about Fortnum & Mason You Might Not Know

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One of the oldest still-operating department stores in London, Fortnum & Mason has been in existence since 1707.  It was established at 181 Piccadilly by William Fortnum and Hugh Mason.  Now owned by Wittington Investments Ltd., it grew from a grocery store into the retail giant it is today.  Today, as a holder of a Royal Warrant with Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Charles, … [Read more...] about Ten Interesting Facts about Fortnum & Mason You Might Not Know

10 Interesting Facts and Figures About Liberty of London You Might Not Know

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Looking like a building out of Elizabethan times, the Liberty of London department store carries all manner of luxury goods.  In 1874, after spending more than a decade working for Messrs Farmer and Rogers, Arthur Lasenby Liberty decided to open his own store in London.  The store bearing his named opened the next year, dealing with fabrics, ornaments, and Japanese art … [Read more...] about 10 Interesting Facts and Figures About Liberty of London You Might Not Know

The London Fiver – Five of the Best Tea Shops in London To Pop Into On Your Next Trip to London

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Tea, the classic staple of British beverages. Whether one enjoys a cuppa for breakfast, to relax, or while enjoying a traditional afternoon tea meal, it is a drink full of flavor and culture. When traveling in London or new to the city, you may want to take the opportunity to branch out from your local grocery shop for tea and try one of the metropolis’ many excellent tea … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five of the Best Tea Shops in London To Pop Into On Your Next Trip to London

The Fiver – Five of the Best Comic Book Shops in London

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I’ve loved comics since I could get into my brother’s boxes and read his. As an adult, I love finding some of the best stores wherever I travel, perusing the aisles for new issues, graphic novels, and collectibles. London is home to several great stores. Some can only been found in London, while others cross the Atlantic. More than just spandex superheroes, these stores carry a … [Read more...] about The Fiver – Five of the Best Comic Book Shops in London

Guest Long Read: A First Time Trip to Camden Market

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As I mentioned in my previous article about Portobello Road, going to street markets has been a recent addition to my trips to the United Kingdom. In fact, if you consider that Convent Garden doesn’t count, it was only last year that I started my adventures this way. I was travelling with a group of friends and one of them suggested going to Portobello Road. The experience … [Read more...] about Guest Long Read: A First Time Trip to Camden Market

Cool Product Alert: Stunning Wallpaper Murals of London from Murals Wallpaper

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As Anglotopia will soon be moving into new offices, this is something we were excited to see come across our web browser. A company in the UK offers up stunning murals of London in Wallpaper form. Here's a look at their beautiful acurrent collection: Prices seem pretty reasonable and they cut the murals to fit your wall space exactly. They also send you instructions … [Read more...] about Cool Product Alert: Stunning Wallpaper Murals of London from Murals Wallpaper

The London Fiver – Five of the Greatest London’s Children’s Shops to Pop Into On Your Next Trip

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We often think of London as a place for adults and sure, a lot of articles and suggestions on this site are geared towards an older set. However, London can be a great place for kids too, with many exciting museums and attractions to make the city fun for them as well. This includes plenty of great places to shop, whether you’re looking for books, toys, collectibles, or candy. … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five of the Greatest London’s Children’s Shops to Pop Into On Your Next Trip

Home of Harrods: 10 Interesting Facts and Figures about Brompton Road

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One of the most well-known shopping districts in London and possibly the world, Brompton Road sits smack in the middle of Knightsbridge, an exclusive residential and retail district in central London. The road runs from the Knightsbridge tube station all the way to Brompton Cross, where it turns into Fulham Road which leads to the stadium of Chelsea Football Club. In addition … [Read more...] about Home of Harrods: 10 Interesting Facts and Figures about Brompton Road

Ten Interesting Facts and Figures about Leadenhall Market

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One of the oldest markets in London, Leadenhall Market’s creation dates back to the 14th Century. Even before that, the site of the market was the central part of Roman London. Always a center for commerce, today the covered market mostly caters to food and flower shops and even has a magical connection. Its architecture is beautiful to behold and has been restored and enhanced … [Read more...] about Ten Interesting Facts and Figures about Leadenhall Market

Mr Selfridge: 10 Facts and Figures You Might Not Know about Selfridges in London

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The Gimbels to Harrods Macy’s, Selfridges was founded in 1909 by Harry Gordon Selfridge. Selfridge began his career at Marshall Field’s in Chicago, but after realising that he could only move up so far and that many of his ideas were not taking root within the company, he left the United States for Britain and opened his own store on Oxford Street. As much an enigma as its … [Read more...] about Mr Selfridge: 10 Facts and Figures You Might Not Know about Selfridges in London

Camden Lock: 10 Interesting Facts and Figures about Camden Market You Might Not Know

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One of the most famous shopping areas in London, what’s often known as Camden Market, Camden Lock, or even Camden Lock Market is situated in the London Borough of Camden. Camden Market is not just one central location, but a series of markets in the borough. These include: Camden Lock, the Stables, Canal Market, Buck Street Market, Inverness Street Market, and the Electric … [Read more...] about Camden Lock: 10 Interesting Facts and Figures about Camden Market You Might Not Know

Unique London: Ten Unique London Shops To Pop Into on Your Next Trip

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Stand aside Nabootique, the city of London has even stranger places to spend one’s money. From the questionable to the bizarre, there is a shop in London that caters to even the strangest of tastes (and no, I don’t mean dirty stuff). Have a look below and some of the most unique shops in London. Who knows? You may find something you want to purchase. James Smith & … [Read more...] about Unique London: Ten Unique London Shops To Pop Into on Your Next Trip

London Icons: 10 Interesting Facts about Harrods That You Probably Didn’t Know

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  Harrods is the jewel in the crown of London department stores. Charles Henry Harrod opened it in 1834 when he was only 25 years old and today it is still a major shopping destination. As much a London landmark as it is a store, it has certainly picked up an interesting factor or two during its 180 years. Lots of Floor Space Covering over five acres of land and … [Read more...] about London Icons: 10 Interesting Facts about Harrods That You Probably Didn’t Know

Street Markets of London: Handy Printable Map Guides You To London’s Best 20 Markets – Which is Your Favorite?

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This is a handy map worth printing off and saving for your next trip. Street Sensation have put together a map that shows the locations of what they think are the top 20 street markets in London, what they focus on and crucially what days they are. Check it out: Source. Which one is your favorite? We really love Camden Lock but you can't go wrong with Portobello … [Read more...] about Street Markets of London: Handy Printable Map Guides You To London’s Best 20 Markets – Which is Your Favorite?

Hamleys on Regent St Gets a New Bus Stop Made Entirely Out of Lego

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The iconic toy store Hamley's, located on Regent Street, have constructed a bus stop entirely out of Lego in front of their store. They used nearly 100,000 bricks to build the bus stop. It was created to mark Transport for London (TfL) Year of the Bus, which celebrates 100 years since London buses were sent to the Western Front in WW1, as well as the 60th anniversary of the … [Read more...] about Hamleys on Regent St Gets a New Bus Stop Made Entirely Out of Lego

Fortnum & Mason Has Opened Its First New Store in 307 Years in St Pancras Station

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Fortnum & Mason, the posh department store that's known as the green grocer to the Queen, has opened it's first new store in the UK in 307 years, so it's quite an occasion. St Pancras train station is the location for the new mini store. The 200sq m store, located in what was part of the ‘undercroft’ previously used for storing Bass Beer from Burton on Trent in the … [Read more...] about Fortnum & Mason Has Opened Its First New Store in 307 Years in St Pancras Station

Camden Lock Market Launches Night Markets in August

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Camden Lock Market has launched a series of markets that will take place at night - creating a fun and interesting atmosphere in one of the best markets in London. It will take place every Thursday night until August 29th. From the Camden Lock Website: Following on from the roaring success of last week’s boutique festival, Camden Lock Live, we are incredibly excited to … [Read more...] about Camden Lock Market Launches Night Markets in August

Travel Alert: Regent’s Street to Go Traffic Free This Summer

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Good news for shoppers who enjoy the busy West End but don't like dodging buses as they shop. Regent's Street will be going traffic free this summer for select days. Regent Street will become traffic free every Sunday throughout July to celebrate Summer Streets in partnership with the Greater London Authority and Mayor of London. This is a first for the UK and will … [Read more...] about Travel Alert: Regent’s Street to Go Traffic Free This Summer

Beautiful New London Map from Herb Lester – At Your Service: London’s best specialist suppliers

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Check out this beautiful new London map from Herb Lester Associates. It's called At Your Service: London's best specialist suppliers and it's a lovely guide to specialist retailers in London. From their website: We have scoured the capital for experts, virtuosos and old hands in the realms of retail and repair. The 61 entries are spread across the city, a maker of … [Read more...] about Beautiful New London Map from Herb Lester – At Your Service: London’s best specialist suppliers

London’s King’s Cross Station Gets it’s Own Harry Potter Shop

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King's Cross train station in London has long been a magnet for Harry Potter fans (Harry leaves for Hogwards from platform 9 3/4 every year) and the station honors this by having a place that pretends to be the entrance to the secret platform. Now, there's a convenient shop in King's Cross for Harry Potter fans. According to the io9: But as of this weekend, a Harry … [Read more...] about London’s King’s Cross Station Gets it’s Own Harry Potter Shop

10 Best Markets for Losing Your Money in London

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It's a truth universally acknowledged that a trip to London isn't complete without first purchasing a three-eyed tiger mask from a Bangladeshi street vendor. After all, what's a holiday without tacky souvenirs? Can you say you've truly experienced London without walking its streets and seeing what the local markets have to offer? Don't leave the city without making at least … [Read more...] about 10 Best Markets for Losing Your Money in London

Guest Post: London Shops You Must Not Miss

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A lot of people visiting London love to go shopping but stick to the “name” chain stores and fashion boutiques around Oxford Street. But there are some shops that are icons of a particular time and style and here I want to share with you some lesser-known gems on the London shopping scene. I’m talking here about shops that are redolent of a particular past – the … [Read more...] about Guest Post: London Shops You Must Not Miss