Seven Dials is the only quarter of London remaining largely intact from late Stuart England – the late 17th century. It was the creation of two of the century's most extraordinary figures, Thomas Neale MP (1641-1699) and Edward Pierce (1630-1695).
Seven Dials was laid out by Thomas Neale MP in the early 1690s. Neale commissioned England's leading stonemason, Edward Pierce, to design and construct the Sundial Pillar in 1693/4 as the centrepiece of his development.
Originally, the area was meant to have six dials/streets, the design having been inspired by a six-sided star. A seventh was later added however, creating the seven dials we know today.
Seven Dials Covent Garden is a unique quarter of London whose star-shaped layout remains as constructed in the early 1690s. It was brought back to life largely through the dedication of the Seven Dials Trust, working in partnership with the local authorities and landowners for nearly forty years.
Seven Dials Food Market is a great spot for both pre- and post-theatre dining, with a variety of food choices to suit different tastes and schedules. If you have time to spare, Bleeker Burger is a fantastic choice for a hearty meal. If you need something quicker, Sukoshi's fresh sushi is a great alternative.
Seven Dials, Covent Garden's only village, brings you seven streets of independent boutiques, like Tatty Devine, heritage brands, vintage stores and indulgent beauty and grooming salons, all carefully selected for shoppers of discerning taste.
Some of the nearest tube stations are Covent Garden, Tottenham Court Road and Leicester Square, and the closest train station is Charing Cross. Seven Dials is great for cycling, and you can rent a bicycle on Moor Street, Drury Lane, Earnshaw Street, and High Holborn.
Do I need to book a table? Our space is mainly for walk-ins, and we have a large variety of table and bar seating. If you're a larger group (10 people or more) then we would be happy to book you a table – we just ask that you pre pay a bar tab as your deposit, which can then be enjoyed on the night!
Seven Dials is the only quarter of London remaining largely intact from late Stuart England – the late 17th century. It was the creation of two of the century's most extraordinary figures, Thomas Neale MP (1641-1699) and Edward Pierce (1630-1695).
Standing at the junction of seven streets in London's West End is a pillar topped with six – that's right, six – sundials, giving the intersection and the surrounding area its name.
The number seven has numerous meanings in Judaism and Christianity and is noted frequently in the Bible. Seven is also an important number of spiritual significance in Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism. In the Old Testament, God had created the world in six days while resting on the seventh day.
It was in Battersea in May 1951 that the first Guinness Festival Clock began to entertain the public. This 'Crazy Clock' was Guinness's contribution to the Festival fun. It was the brainchild of the Guinness Advertising Manager, Martin Pick, who had trained as an engineer before he entered the world of advertising.
What type of dish is typically the main attraction in a Carvery buffet?
The main item sold at a carvery is meat, though some also include fish. Typically, a carvery offers a simple food menu with no frills. A carvery generally offers meat sliced fresh to order, along with side dishes, such as potatoes, vegetables, and gravy.
In June, Mia McKenna-Bruce, Helena Bonham-Carter and Martin Freeman were unveiled as the lead actors. Edward Bluemel joined the cast in July. Filming took place during the Summer of 2024 in Bristol and Bath. Filming also took place in Ronda, Spain.
Anyone can walk around Covent Garden for free, anytime of day or night. However, if you want to check out its markets, the Covent Garden market is open from: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Monday to Saturday) 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (Sunday)
Unveiled by Her Majesty Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands, 29 June 1989. This sundial was built in 1694 by Edward Pierce and Thomas Neale, removed from Seven Dials in 1773 and rebuilt 1989. The Sundials show local apparent solar time.
The Telegraph named Henley-on-Thames in Oxfordshire the poshest place in the UK. It said: 'A town best known for its Royal Regatta is surely the definition of posh.
Castle Combe has been called 'The Prettiest Village in England' and with good reason; visitors have been coming to enjoy its charms for at least a century and the small street leading from the Market Cross down to the By Brook is as picturesque today as it ever was.
Beaconsfield in Buckinghamshire was identified by Lloyds as the most expensive market town for all buyer types, with an average price of £839,468. Nearby Chesham and Amersham were identified in a separate study by L&G this week as Britain's best places to retire.
