Mayfair

The London area of Mayfair is situated between Oxford Street, Regents Street, Piccadilly and Park Lane in the very centre of the city. The name Mayfair comes from the 15 day fair that was previously held in the area.

The fair was stopped by the aristocratic citizens of Mayfair because they felt it was attracting undesirable people from poorer areas of London. The houses in Mayfair are very large and attractive- the area has always attracted the rich and influential. Mayfair is close to many beautiful parks and historic squares and the areas exclusive residents have attracted the world’s finest shops and the most exclusive businesses.

Saville Row lies in Mayfair and is world famous for the quality of its tailors and materials. The district of Mayfair is in close proximity to three large squares. Berkeley, Hanover and Grosvenor Square. Grosvenor Square is the site of the American embassy and a statue of Franklin D. Roosevelt dominates the centre. Visitors to Mayfair may wish to visit Shepherds Market- a pedestrianised maze of coffee shops, pubs and restaurants just off Piccadilly.

McLaren also have their McLaren F1 car on display off Park Lane- a fleeting chance to get close to a £500,000 car!