Waterstone's, one of the largest high street booksellers in the UK, is a relative newcomer on the block. It first opened in Old Brompton Road, London, in 1982 and now its flagship store resides at what used to be Simpsons of Piccadilly - the iconic menswear department store. Its winning formula is the 3 for 2 offers, endless supply of current pulp fiction and the sheer mass of books neatly displayed on the never ending shelves. It's a formula that has the purists - and plenty of authors - shaking their heads and, in extreme cases, inciting boycotts. With more than 300 stores on our high streets it is difficult to avoid this giant. However when you want to pop in for a beach read, to stock up on your university reading list or the latest biography it couldn't be more comfortable or convenient.
10 minutes walk from Waterstone's Oxford Street (West)
Established in 1853, Maggs Bros. Ltd., is one of the world's oldest and largest dealers in antiquarian, first edition, autograph and rare books. Books are ... More
11 minutes walk from Waterstone's Oxford Street (West)
Beautiful 19th-century galleried bookshop specialising in travel.
Smooth wood panelling, streams of natural light bursting through a large, pitched glass roof - as soon as you ... More
1 minutes walk from Waterstone's Oxford Street (West)
If homeopathy or flower remedies are your thing then this is the shop to visit. Nelsons was established in 1860 and now produces homeopathic remedies ...More
1 minutes walk from Waterstone's Oxford Street (West)
Don't be fooled into thinking that this huge department store is simply a Mecca for commercialism and shopaholics. Selfridges has a truly fascinating history that ... More
4 minutes walk from Waterstone's Oxford Street (West)
Smart and modern with slate floors and a unique leather reception area, the Sussex is one of Radisson’s more contemporary hotels. Italian designer influences are ... More
3 minutes walk from Waterstone's Oxford Street (West)
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
3 minutes walk from Waterstone's Oxford Street (West)
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 - ... More
2 minutes walk from Waterstone's Oxford Street (West)
Critically acclaimed Gordon Ramsay restaurant.
The name Gordon Ramsay has now become synonymous with exquisite food and excellent service. He may have handed the day-to-day running ... More
3 minutes walk from Waterstone's Oxford Street (West)
Taking inspiration from Japanese ramman-noodle bars, Wagamama is the ultimate in high-quality, fast food. Huge bowls of steaming, soupy noodles, chicken dumplings with a chilli-soy ... More
7 minutes walk from Waterstone's Oxford Street (West)
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
9 minutes walk from Waterstone's Oxford Street (West)
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
2 minutes walk from Waterstone's Oxford Street (West)
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
6 minutes walk from Waterstone's Oxford Street (West)
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
8 minutes walk from Waterstone's Oxford Street (West)
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
11 minutes walk from Waterstone's Oxford Street (West)
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
12 minutes walk from Waterstone's Oxford Street (West)
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
14 minutes walk from Waterstone's Oxford Street (West)
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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