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24 Hours in Soho

24 HOURS IN

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Soho is the wider neighbourhood with a vibrant mix of independent fashion boutiques, bespoke tailors, record stores, restaurants and bars. An incubator for bright ideas and one-off concepts, the area is filled with exciting nightlife and exclusive retailers. A wave of new independent businesses — such as SOMA cocktail bar, Dunno. Curated and RÆBURN — have recently joined the mix alongside firm favourites like Gosh! Comics , Oliver Spencer , Cass Art and The Blue Posts pub on Berwick Street, which hosts free music and comedy nights. Read on for our ultimate 24 hours in Soho.

Sister Ray 75 BERWICK STREET

Soho has long been London’s epicentre for music and vinyl, and Sister Ray on Berwick Street has steadily grown into one of London’s most iconic suppliers of quality, alternative vinyl and CDs.

11am

Head to A.P.C. 48 LEXINGTON STREET

Visit the UK flagship store of this Parisian brand, which is known for the simple, casual elegance exuded by its snug crew-neck jumpers, well- fitting denim and minimalist style.

12pm

Latte at Flat White 17 BERWICK STREET

The clue is in the name here, but this hugely popular antipodean café also has brunch staples and artisanal breads to take home. You’ll find it nestled between fabric stores, haberdashers and Berwick Street Market traders. Shop at Universal Works 26 BERWICK STREET Soho’s hotspot for contemporary quality menswear, Universal Works sells a mix of wearable styles that fit into a busy London lifestyle. Make a beeline for their signature cotton Bakers jacket, basic tees, denim and canvas trainers.

9am

Breakfast at Söderberg 36 BERWICK STREET

1pm

First on the agenda are Söderberg ’s moreish Swedish bakes, which have to be tasted to be believed. This Scandi bakery is the perfect start to any day in Soho, with firm favourites including cinnamon buns and scrambled eggs atop homemade sourdough.

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