Palaces, parliament, ministries, grandeur, statues, parks, history – here you will find Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and the Mall, Horseguard’s parade, 10 Downing Street, and Westminster Abbey; but there is also the prettiest royal park, St James with its incredible pelicans, elegant St James’ Square, and one of my favourite places in the whole of London – hidden just behind Westminster Abbey you can walk through secluded Deans Yard then continue out through the back gate and follow my walking route through a little maze of historic houses to Smith Square. This route takes you past all the sights avoiding the busy main roads, but you’ll also discover the galleries and men’s tailoring of St James’ and the historic area just behind Westminster Abbey.
