HISTORY AND FACTS

Oxford Street – Europe’s longest shopping street

At 1.5 miles long, Oxford Street is Europe's longest shopping street, with more stores than Champs Elysees or Rodeo Drive!

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The first fashion boutique in Carnaby

In the 1960s, the Carnaby area became an epi-centre for sub youth cultures. Vince Man's Shop is accepted to be the first male fashion boutique to open in the area.

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Horses of Helios, Piccadilly

Situated on the corner of Haymarket in Piccadilly, The Four bronze Horses of Helios stood in a beautiful fountain.

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Seven Dials in the 19th century

Seven Dials boasts a rich and varied history, and in the 1820s the area was a notorious slum district with a fearsome reputation.

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History of Chinatown

London’s original Chinatown was in the East End, where Chinese employees of the East India Company had first appeared in the 18th century.

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$St Martin\'s excavation - Saxon bone comb$

Saxons in St Martin’s Courtyard

St Martin’s Courtyard is located in the heart of Covent Garden, which lies within the old town of Lundenwic, which had its origins in the 5th century.

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