The world famous James Smith and Sons Umbrella Shop was founded in 1830 and is still owned and run as a family business
Look out for the landmark purple clock as you head down Oxford Street and you’ll suddenly discover the entrance to St Christopher’s Place – home to an eclectic mix of shops, boutiques, restaurants and bars.
The Atlantis Bookshop in Museum Street is an esoteric bookshop in London. Established by Michael Houghton in 1922, it celebrated its 90th birthday on 21 March 2012.
The world famous James Smith and Sons Umbrella Shop was founded in 1830 and is still owned and run as a family business. For 175 years the company has been making umbrellas, sticks and canes for both ladies and gentlemen and their reputation as the home of the London umbrella is well justified.
The historic and beautiful shop is on New Oxford Street in the heart of London’s West End and is a stunning reminder of the Victorian period. The shop retains the original fittings designed and made by the master craftsman employed by the business and is a work of art in itself.
Look out for the landmark purple clock as you head down Oxford Street and you’ll suddenly discover the entrance to St Christopher’s Place – home to an eclectic mix of shops, boutiques, restaurants and bars.
Framed by pedestrianised streets, this unique shopping destination contains some of Britain’s best brands including the Whistles flagship store and Mulberry’s oldest boutique.
Steeped in al fresco charm, St Christopher’s Place is perfect for shopping and dining in true cosmopolitan style.
