Synopsis
Jay Blades discovers what made the West End of London the iconic place it is today. He explores how it was shaped by its close connections to power, royalty, and wealth and learns how the West End attracted all walks of life.
Episodes
Season 11
Episode 1Jay explores the history of the area of central London, finding out how the West End helped make the city a magnet for visitors from around the world. He starts his journey at St Martin-in-the Fields church in Trafalgar Square, hearing how an incredible discovery made in 2006 changed people's opinions of the origins of London.45m2
Episode 2Jay takes in Piccadilly Circus; London's oldest hotel; and visits world-renowned department store Selfridges; and Soho, which saw the very first British night club.45m
Episode 1Jay explores the history of the area of central London, finding out how the West End helped make the city a magnet for visitors from around the world. He starts his journey at St Martin-in-the Fields church in Trafalgar Square, hearing how an incredible discovery made in 2006 changed people's opinions of the origins of London.45m2Episode 2Jay takes in Piccadilly Circus; London's oldest hotel; and visits world-renowned department store Selfridges; and Soho, which saw the very first British night club.45mCast
