Mayfair Walk - with a Jewish Twist!

Mayfair is one of London's most prestigious and affluent neighbourhoods. Its famous streets and squares are bordered by magnificent parks and grand avenues, and the area is known around the world for its handsome Georgian architecture, high-end shopping, and luxury hotels and restaurants.

Mayfair also has a fascinating history - from its origins as a swampy field used for the annual May Fair celebrations in the 17th century, to its more recent status as the most expensive property on the London Monopoly board!

Mayfair even has its own Jewish stories, with former residents ranging from influential Victorian aristocracy (such as Disraeli, Montefiore, and Rothschild) to famous 20th century hairdressers, musicians and movie stars. Hear their stories, and also learn about 1000 years of Jewish history in Britain.

Also, did you know that Mayfair has a long association with the United States? John Adams (later the second U.S. president) set up the first U.S. diplomatic mission to London in 1785 whilst living on Grosvenor Square, near to where General Eisenhower (34th President) had his wartime headquarters over 150 years later, whilst Theodore Roosevelt (26th President) was married in Hanover Square. There are statues of three different US presidents on our walking route.

Our Mayfair walk will take us from Hyde Park Corner to Oxford Street, with stops and stories at the following locations:

• Hyde Park Corner
• Park Lane
• Hamilton Place
• Curzon Street
• Shepherd Market
• Berkeley Square
• Mount St Gardens
• Grosvenor Square
• North Audley Street
• Oxford Street

Join us as we stroll through magnificent Mayfair, enjoying its geography and learning about its history - both general and Jewish. This tour is for everybody!