Westminster is a central London district famed for its iconic landmarks, political institutions, and vibrant cultural scene, easily explored on foot and accessible by train and public transport.
Piccadilly Arcade is a historic Grade II listed shopping arcade in London featuring 28 shops along its ground floor, a hotel on the first floor, and a bronze statue of Beau Brummell. It offers a unique indoor shopping experience within a restored early 20th-century building.
Whiteleys is a historic former department store in Bayswater, London, now redeveloped into a mixed-use complex featuring residential apartments, the UK's first Six Senses hotel, and retail spaces, housed in a Grade II listed building designed by Norman Foster.
The Brunswick Centre is a Grade II listed brutalist residential and shopping complex in Bloomsbury, London, featuring 560 flats, a range of shops, cafés, restaurants, a Waitrose supermarket, and a Curzon cinema in an architecturally significant setting.
Westfield London is the largest shopping centre in Europe located in White City, London, offering over 300 stores including luxury brands, a large Vue cinema, numerous dining options, and extensive transport connections. It provides a comprehensive indoor retail and leisure experience suitable for all ages.
The Kensington Arcade is a shopping centre located in Kensington, London, featuring 15 stores including restaurants and a bakery, with direct access to High Street Kensington tube station within the arcade building.
Princes Arcade is a historic shopping arcade in Westminster linking Piccadilly and Jermyn Street, featuring small menswear shops and boutiques in an indoor setting. It was refurbished in 2018 to offer space for innovative retail brands.
Burlington Arcade is a historic covered shopping arcade in London, known for its luxury retail shops, elegant Regency decorum, and traditional beadles. It offers a unique upmarket shopping experience in a heritage setting dating from 1819.
9 Oct
A talk exploring the history of wet-nursing in England and its role in feeding babies brought to the Foundling Hospital. Attendees can hear about the experiences of wet nurses and infants, followed by an opportunity to ask questions; the talk is available in person or online.