It is located in the heart of Londonamong the crowded streets of Covent Garden: è Neal's Yarda colourful alleyway tucked away between Short Gardens and Monmouth Street. Its name derives from Thomas Nealewho in 1690 obtained a piece of land from William III, where Seven Dials was built. In the 1970s, it was Nicholas Saunders to transform a rat-infested neighbourhood doomed to decay into a colourful place, a still little-known attraction for the mainstream tourismbut appreciated by those who love original and characteristic places.
Nicholas Saunders is a writer, entrepreneur and pioneer of the 'Wholefood' movement. In 1976 he came to Neal's Yardwhere he opened a wholefoods shop. Soon, the small shop became an important landmark in the neighbourhood.
Thanks to Saunders' passion for 'alternative' travel, the Neal's Yard becomes a little corner of colour in the heart of bustling London.
Colourful walls alternate in their vibrancy, opening up to small corners furnished in a 'flower child' style.
Despite being a popular destination for alternative travellers, Neal's Yard does not appear on any London maps or city maps, but getting there is not difficult.
How to get to Neal's Yard
Neal's Yard is only three minutes away from the metro station of Covent Garden and five minutes from Leicester Square tube station.
Just get off at Shaftesbury Avenue and take Neal Steet or the next street over, Monmouth Street.
About 50 metres away is a passageway with a sign reading Neal's Yard. Standing in this neighbourhood will be an unforgettable experience, for a moment it will seem as if you are not in London, but on a film location set in an unspecified era.
A colourful little square shows off its walls, balconies, doors and fixtures in pastel shades of yellow, purple, pink, blue, green, orange and light blue.
And all around flower boxes adorn windows and cafés, surrounded by an oasis of peace and relaxation. Here you can also enjoy vegan and vegetarian dishes or buy natural products and cosmetics.
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