James Smith & Sons

Step into James Smith and Sons, London’s oldest umbrella shop, and prepare for a delightful trip back in time! With its stunning mahogany, painted glass, and brass frontage on New Oxford Street, it's like stepping into a Victorian-era dream. Established by James Smith himself in 1830, the shop found its current home in 1857, and stepping inside feels like entering a time capsule. The interiors, rumored to be from the 1870s, have retained their original charm, keeping the authentic Victorian vibe alive and well. It's a cozy, nostalgic haven where you can almost hear the echoes of bustling streets from centuries past.