Antiques and curios expedition
Unearth a treasure trove of collectables as you discover London’s fascinating antique stores and luxury shops.
- Theme
- Shopping
- Location
- Fulham, London
- Duration
- 6 hours 30 minutes
- Designer
- Barry Pickard
Experience
Route
Fulham Palace
Construction began on the palace in the mid-13th century, although there had been a manor house on the site since at least AD 704. The palace served as the opulent residence of the Bishops of London and can now be toured.
Bus
Take the number 22 bus from the Putney Bridge Station / Gonville Street (FH) bus stop and get off the bus at the Rumbold Road (GC) bus stop.
Gutlin Clocks & Antiques
Gutlin Clocks and Antiques offer quality clocks of the 18th and 19th centuries, specialising in French Mantel Clocks and Longcase clocks in mahogany walnut and oak.
Julia Boston Antiques
Julia Boston Antiques specialises in fine quality French antiques & decoration. The collection includes 18th & 19th century French furniture, 17th & 18th century tapestries, and decorative paintings.
Guinevere Antiques
Guinevere mixes different styles and eras of furniture together, both Ancient and Modern, from the East and the West.
Furniture & Arts Building
Set on 3 floors, the building hosts a mix of showrooms and galleries showcasing an eclectic collection of antiques, fine art, rare 20th-century objects, high-quality furniture, objects d’art, and other curios.
Jak’s Kings Road
A selection of modern Italian around the world dishes served with handcrafted cocktails.
Bus
Take the number 22 bus from the Worlds End Health Centre (GD) bus stop and get off the bus at the Conduit Street (Q) bus stop.
Saville Row
The street is renowned for its concentration of bespoke tailors catering to men’s high-end fashion. It maintains its traditional character with independent shops, and a focus on meticulous craftsmanship.
Burlington Arcade
Opened in 1819, the arcade now boasts 46 boutiques, many of which are exclusive to the arcade.
Fortnum & Mason
Fortnum & Mason, a majestic emporium on Piccadilly since 1707, reigns as London’s premier luxury retailer, offering gourmet groceries, high fashion, and bespoke hampers.
About
This route was designed by Barry Pickard in collaboration with Autoura.
Barry Pickard
Specialising in European and North American destinations, as well as a number of other countries around the world, I have designed self-guided tours for city based visits; multi-stop road trips; family, group and couples vacations; as well as themed excursions. Experienced in designing walking tours, driving tours and robotaxi experiences. A history graduate, with a great eye for detail, my passion for travel and research has found its apogee in designing fun, interesting and thoughtful trips
