Coming across the pretty, pedestrianised streets off St Christopher's Place is like discovering an oasis of Continental cafe culture in the most unlikely place - just off Oxford Street, not usually described as relaxing or chic. Given that St Christopher is the saint to call on when you've lost something the difficulty in finding this oasis is quite apt. Gees Court, the tiny street connecting it to Oxford Street, is so small it's easily missed - even when you know it's there. Luckily, Barrett Street provides a more obvious access and connects up around the back with Selfridges. The network of paved streets around St Christopher's Place is a real find, al fresco eating provides a welcome rest from pounding the West End pavements. Even shopping around here feels less frenetic than on the neighbouring Oxford Street and high street stores become boutique like. Strolling along Christopher's Place towards Regents Park, crossing Wigmore Street takes you to the pretty streets around Marylebone which is also worth a visit if you're in the area.
Petit Chou
15 St Christopher's Place, W1U 1NR
This tasteful toyshop, catering for children from 0 to 10 years, was opened in 2005 by Marty St James... More
Mrs Kibble's Olde Sweet Shoppe
57a Brewer Street, W1F 9UL
An old-fashioned, sugary-sweet, treat temptation in an area of London known for its more alternative delights, Mrs... More
Mandeville Hotel
8-12 Mandeville Place, W1U 2BE
The Wallace Collection, mere minutes from the Mandeville Hotel in Marylebone, is arguably the most romantic... More
Marylebone Farmers' Market
Cramer Street Car Park, off Marylebone High Street, W1U 3BN
Sundays 10:00-14:00
Marylebone village is one of those areas of central London that really does... More
Petit Chou
15 St Christopher's Place, W1U 1NR
This tasteful toyshop, catering for children from 0 to 10 years, was opened in 2005 by Marty St James... More
Not strictly classed "entertainment", this bastion of British free public speech and free assembly can prove one of the most absorbingly unique, theatrical activities the ... More
A landmark triumphal arch set opposite the Duke of Wellington's residence at Apsley House, Wellington Arch was built in 1830 to commemorate the victories won ... More
Free art classes and workshops, talks and tours, bring alive to visitors the varied works of art contained in the Wallace Collection, on display in ... More
Discrete, muted shades, wood-panelled walls, over 140 carefully designed rooms with free Wi-Fi and a number of airy public spaces in which to relax typify ... More
At the Oxford Street end of pretty Marylebone village, this hotel earns its ‘boutique’ label due to its uniquely designed funky interiors. The swanky deVigne ... More
Jim Carrey has the honour of turning on the Christmas Lights on Oxford Street this year, part of the city-wide celebrations to mark the premier ...More
Carluccio's are springing up all over the place, from Bluewater to Brent Cross, spreading the gospel of good fresh superior Italian food. Each restaurant is ... More
An old-fashioned, sugary-sweet, treat temptation Mrs Kibble's Olde Sweet Shoppe offers pure, unadulterated, candy-filled fun. Forget Flying Saucers, Rhubarb and Custard is the current, No ... More
This members-only club, restaurant and nightclub has a loophole – you can book a table for dinner. The intimate and nostalgic bistro and garden on ... More
The Caldesi family first set up a cooking school in Giancarlo's native Tuscany. His 'Return to Tuscany' was captured by BBC cameras and dished up ... More
Cordwainers, specialists in leather, accessories and footwear, have now merged with the London College of Fashion. Among the very best specialist textile and fashion courses ...More
This beautiful garden just off Oxford Street and close to Selfridges occupies an unlikely position - above an electricity sub-station. Brown Hart Gardens were re-opened ...More
Presided over by the outrageous, extravagant artist Michael Charalambous, Nyumba is not so much a unisex salon as a place of rest and relaxation, boasting ... More
Famous for its famous owner, the Punch Bowl became a celebrity hang-out when Guy Ritchie split up with Madonna. The director of 'Lock, Stock' could ...More
This boozer in Marylebone is the first pub from prolific restaurateur Claudio Pulze, the man behind such famous eateries as Aubergine and Zafferano. The cross-over ...More
Between the Victorian elegance of Berkley Square and the Imperial magnificence of Piccadilly, you might be surprised to find a club that oozes with Eastern ... More
A favourite with young royals - Princes Harry and William, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie have been spotted here... all at the same time. And where ... More
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Coming across the pretty, pedestrianised streets off St Christopher's Place is like discovering an oasis of Continental cafe culture in the most unlikely place - just off Oxford Street, not usually described as relaxing or chic. Given that St Christopher is the saint to call on when you've lost something the difficulty in finding this oasis is quite apt. Gees Court, the tiny street connecting it to Oxford Street, is so small it's easily missed - even when you know it's there. Luckily, Barrett Street provides a more obvious access and connects up around the back with Selfridges. The network of paved streets around St Christopher's Place is a real find, al fresco eating provides a welcome rest from pounding the West End pavements. Even shopping around here feels less frenetic than on the neighbouring Oxford Street and high street stores become boutique like. Strolling along Christopher's Place towards Regents Park, crossing Wigmore Street takes you to the pretty streets around Marylebone which is also worth a visit if you're in the area.
