Neal's Yard, London

Name: Neal's Yard
Address: Seven Dials, Covent Garden, London, London, WC2H, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 20 7240 4741

#68 among attractions in London

Shopping, Street, Shopping district, Gift shop

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Facts and practical information

Tucked away in the bustling heart of London, Neal's Yard offers a colorful retreat from the city's grey façades. This small alley, not far from Covent Garden, is a hidden gem that rewards the curious traveler with a vibrant mix of boutique shops, organic cafes, and beauty spots. With its brightly painted buildings and a kaleidoscope of floral decorations, Neal's Yard is a feast for the eyes and a haven for those seeking an alternative shopping experience.

Neal's Yard is known for its commitment to sustainable and ethical consumerism. Visitors can explore a variety of independent retailers that specialize in natural remedies, organic skincare, and artisanal products. The area is also home to the original Neal's Yard Remedies store, a pioneer in organic health and beauty that has been a fixture in the yard since its opening in 1981.

Food enthusiasts will delight in the selection of organic eateries and specialty food shops. Neal's Yard Dairy, for instance, offers a mouthwatering selection of British and Irish cheeses, while the Wild Food Café serves up plant-based dishes in a cozy setting. With its intimate atmosphere and emphasis on quality, Neal's Yard has become a popular spot for both locals and tourists looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city.

To reach Neal's Yard, visitors should head to Covent Garden and seek out the narrow entrances on Monmouth Street or Shorts Gardens. The alley is easily accessible by foot and is a short walk from several London Underground stations, including Covent Garden and Leicester Square.

Length: 211 ftCoordinates: 51°30'52"N, 0°7'35"W

Address

Seven Dials, Covent Garden, LondonCamden (Holborn and Covent Garden)London WC2H United Kingdom

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+44 20 7240 4741

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Neal's Yard – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Denmark Street, Foyles, Arthur Beale, Oasis Sports Centre.

~760 ftNW
Shopping, Street, Shopping district
Denmark Street, London
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London, Denmark Street, known affectionately as "Tin Pan Alley," is a historic and vibrant shopping district famed for its association with British music. This narrow street, situated a stone's throw from the bustling Charing Cross Road, has...
~820 ftW
Shopping, Bookshop
Foyles, London
4 min walk • W & G Foyle Ltd. is a bookseller with a chain of seven stores in England. It is best known for its flagship store in Charing Cross Road, London. Foyles was once listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the world's largest bookshop in terms of shelf length, at 30 miles, and for number of titles on display.
~330 ftN
Climbing, Shop
Arthur Beale, London
2 min walk • Arthur Beale is a yacht-chandler that stocks a wide variety of nautical equipment and accessories. The business started as the rope-maker John Buckingham by the nearby Fleet river in the 16th century and was based in premises in Bloomsbury until 2021.
~880 ftNE
Watersports, Swimming pool, Swimming
Oasis Sports Centre, London
5 min walk • Oasis Sports Centre is a leisure centre in Holborn, London, operated by Greenwich Leisure Limited on behalf of the London Borough of Camden.
~110 ftW
Shopping, Shopping district
Monmouth Street, London
1 min walk • Monmouth Street is a street in the Seven Dials district of Covent Garden, London, England. Monmouth Street runs north to south from Shaftesbury Avenue to a crossroads with Tower Street and Shelton Street, where it becomes St Martin's Lane.
~900 ftSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Palace Theatre, London
5 min walk • The Palace Theatre is a West End theatre in the City of Westminster in London. Its red-brick facade dominates the west side of Cambridge Circus behind a small plaza near the intersection of Shaftesbury Avenue and Charing Cross Road.
~870 ftN
Dancing, Nightlife
The End, London
5 min walk • The End was a nightclub in the West End of London, England. Started in December 1995 by DJs Layo Paskin and Mr C, it was also responsible for the label End Recordings.
~610 ftSW
Theater
St Martin's Theatre, London
3 min walk • St Martin's Theatre is a West End theatre which has staged the production of The Mousetrap since March 1974, making it the longest continuous run of any show in the world.
~630 ftN
Edwardian architecture, Theater, Concerts and shows
Shaftesbury Theatre, London
4 min walk • The Shaftesbury Theatre is a West End theatre, located on Shaftesbury Avenue, in the London Borough of Camden. Opened in 1911 as the New Prince's Theatre, it was the last theatre to be built in Shaftesbury Avenue.
~570 ftNW
Church, Baroque architecture, Georgian architecture
St Giles in the Fields, London
3 min walk • St Giles-in-the-Fields, sometimes known as the Poets' Church, is in the West End of London, close to St Giles Circus and Tottenham Court Road tube station.
~850 ftSW
Nightlife
The Spice of Life, London
5 min walk • The Spice of Life is a pub at Cambridge Circus in London's Charing Cross Road. The pub was founded as The George & Thirteen Cantons in or before 1759, and later became The Scots Hoose. By 1975 it had been renamed The Spice of Life.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Neal's Yard open?

Neal's Yard is open:

Monday 11 am - 7 pm
Tuesday 11 am - 7 pm
Wednesday 11 am - 7 pm
Thursday 10 am - 8 pm
Friday 11 am - 7 pm
Saturday 11 am - 7 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Neal's Yard?

Nearby attractions include Earlham Street Market, London (2 min walk), Donmar Warehouse, London (2 min walk), Soho Baptist Chapel, London (2 min walk), Seven Dials, London (2 min walk).

How to get to Neal's Yard by public transport?

The nearest stations to Neal's Yard:

Bus

St Giles High Street • Lines: N242 (3 min walk)
Tottenham Court Road Station • Lines: 14, 176, 19, 38, N19, N38, N41 (3 min walk)

Metro

Covent Garden • Lines: Piccadilly (4 min walk)
Leicester Square • Lines: Northern, Piccadilly (6 min walk)

Train

Charing Cross (13 min walk)
City Thameslink (26 min walk)

Ferry

Embankment • Lines: Green Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Rb6 (15 min walk)
Festival Pier • Lines: Green Tour (17 min walk)