Come and discover the marvellous Marylebone Village.

Oozing with charm and located just minutes from the hustle and bustle of Oxford Street, this is a true urban delight. With its name being taken from the parish church of St. Mary, which was near a river or a bourne, the pronunciation still invites much debate.  The present day character is one very much of the Georgian style and the village feel is palpable.

Running through its heart is Marylebone High Street ­– a vibrant stretch of shops, restaurants and cafes.  As we follow this route north we will dip in and out of the quieter side streets to discover the history and development of the area.  From humble beginnings with a mention in The Doomsday Book, from a royal hunting ground to the Howard de Walden estate of today.  You will learn about the river that once flowed here.  You will look at an array of architecture from churches to a former ragged school.  You will hear about great people who made their mark such as Octavia Hill, the social reformer and campaigner.

You will also be treated to the delights of Marylebone Lane -  a meandering run of small shops and cafés which boasts a famous family-run delicatessen which has drawn passers-by for generations and remains a local favourite.  Along with other speciality shops, it is little wonder that Marylebone Village is a renowned destination for food lovers.  It's not all about food though.  Book lovers and fashion lovers will be equally thrilled.  

This walk will start at and showcase the new art installation " The Elm Leaf " at the south end of Marylebone Lane. It is inspired by the oldest surviving Elm tree in London which stood firm during World War II and escaped the deadly Elm tree disease in the 1970s, and still survives on Marylebone High Street. 

Now that is worth celebrating!

The walk will end at the north end of the high street near the church of St. Marylebone.  Make sure you leave time to really discover and enjoy the area afterwards!

* Please note :  Exchanges Only for this event.  No refunds.  

* Your guide will be Rosalind of Wide Eyed London