St. James' Square
St. James' Square
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Perennially fashionable since the days of Henry VIII, the aristocratic “Clubland” of St James's is a premier destination for high end craft and bespoke design. Here you’ll lose count of the Royal Warrants (which indicate that the Royal Family patronizes the establishment) seen in shop front windows, even during a short stroll to bordering Green Park or St James’s Park. With the brightly lit and constantly buzzing junction of Piccadilly Circus at its northeast corner and none of Central London too far away, this is an surprisingly central and accessible part of town, especially given its prosperous demeanor.
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- Piccadilly Circus • 5 min walk
- Green Park • 7 min walk
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Bluebellplasnewydd
Cardiff, UK2,030 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
One of London's poshest squares a short walk from Jermyn Street. You won't find any shops here however. The central gardens are not open all of the time but this will not detract from your visit. The surrounding impressive buildings include a couple of private member's clubs, the London Library and the well known Chatham House think tank.
Written March 15, 2024
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Bluebellplasnewydd
Cardiff, UK2,030 contributions
May 2022
This is one of London's smartest and poshest squares - more commercial than residential. You will likely walk through it if visiting Piccadilly and St James. The main attraction is the private garden in the centre. It is open only on weekdays but is peaceful and very well tended. The foliage resembles that of a sub-tropical garden with a high canopy shading the area. A great place to have a rest or lunch whilst admiring the sculptures.
Written May 18, 2022
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olibot
Bishop Auckland, UK1,255 contributions
Nov 2017 • Solo
A lovely little garden area to while away some time. Probably very nice on a warm sunny day. Unfortunately not this day!
Written January 31, 2018
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Pittsburgh, PA93,853 contributions
Sep 2018 • Couples
St James square is a nice place to take a walk and look at the many beautiful statues and sites. I would suggest spending 30 minutes.
Written September 27, 2018
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Eric_the_Bish
Plymouth, UK825 contributions
May 2018 • Business
I just came across the garden as I was on my way to have lunch with a friend - I was a little too early, so was most happy to find such a pleasant place to sit down and read my book for 20 minutes. By no means busy.
Written May 29, 2018
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BigHugh51
Adelaide, Australia3,651 contributions
Jul 2017 • Couples
We were heading towards the Duke of York column from Piccadilly, when we came upon St. James' Square.
At this time, it was raining quite steadily and we were huddled under an umbrella. Consequently, we only had the opportunity for a quick stroll through the square and its gardens.
The gardens are beautifully maintained and would a lovely spot to spend some time on a warm, sunny day. During our brief visit, the gardens were deserted due to the rain.
One would imagine that on a fine day the square would be a popular spot due to its central location!
At this time, it was raining quite steadily and we were huddled under an umbrella. Consequently, we only had the opportunity for a quick stroll through the square and its gardens.
The gardens are beautifully maintained and would a lovely spot to spend some time on a warm, sunny day. During our brief visit, the gardens were deserted due to the rain.
One would imagine that on a fine day the square would be a popular spot due to its central location!
Written November 20, 2017
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Roger G
Camberley, UK1,204 contributions
May 2016 • Solo
This is a private square in this beautiful part of London. I used to work near by and a quick stroll to see the gardem ans statue was a nice break!
Written November 21, 2016
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BigHugh51
Adelaide, Australia3,651 contributions
Jun 2019
During our most recent stay in London, we were enjoying a nice walk stroll in the inner London nerighbourhood adjacent to Buckingham Palace.
As we walked in the streets around Pall Mall, we came upon St. James’ Square. This small square is surrounded by Georgian townhouses which accommodate various businesses, gentlemen’s clubs and a diplomatic mission.
The buildings face on to a large private, fenced and well-maintained garden in the middle of the square. The garden is open to the public during set hours on weekdays. There is an impressive statue of James III mounted on a horse on the lawned area of the garden.
St. James Square is a pleasant area to visit in this exclusive inner London neighbourhood.
As we walked in the streets around Pall Mall, we came upon St. James’ Square. This small square is surrounded by Georgian townhouses which accommodate various businesses, gentlemen’s clubs and a diplomatic mission.
The buildings face on to a large private, fenced and well-maintained garden in the middle of the square. The garden is open to the public during set hours on weekdays. There is an impressive statue of James III mounted on a horse on the lawned area of the garden.
St. James Square is a pleasant area to visit in this exclusive inner London neighbourhood.
Written December 11, 2019
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futtock21
London, UK11,627 contributions
Sep 2019 • Solo
St. James’s Square is the only square in the St. James’s district of the City of Westminster lying between Piccadilly and Pall Mall. It is home to a headquarters of a number of global corporations, the London Library, four gentlemen’s clubs and Chatham House that think-tank for international relations. But at its heart are some attractive gardens, not least because they are open to the public. At their centre lies an equestrian statue of King William III by John Bacon erected in 1808. A shed contains a memorial to John Nash.
Written September 19, 2019
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Epic-Traveller
Rushden, UK4,498 contributions
Sep 2019 • Solo
Unfortunately, when I went to see st James’s Square, the gardens were closed but luckily the road with all the architectural buildings was still open.
Written September 12, 2019
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