This is by far the BEST spiritual/occult bookshop in the world…read more If you are a crazy bibliophile like moi, you owe it to yourself to get yourself to London, then get yourself to Cecil Court, an entire alley of rare booksellers and head over to Watkins Books, if you love all things spiritual, mystical and occult. It's no secret that J.K Rowling of Harry Potter fame based Diagon Alley on Cecil Court but not as well-known is that she too is a fan of Watkins Books. Yes, you'll find the usual New Age clap-trap, Law of Attraction, astrology, crystals, tarot books and paraphernalia, particularly on the ground floor. But head downstairs and that's where the real serious stuff is. When I mentioned little-known obscure mystical and spiritual writers like Martinus of Denmark, Mikhael Aivanhov on Bulgaria, Daskalos of Cyprus and Torkom Saradarian, no joke they had it all in their computer database and even a few titles on the shelves. While I took my pile of books to a table and sat myself down to look them over and decide which ones I was going to purchase, I could not help but hear the kinds of questions and queries, customers were giving to the sales associate behind the desk. People here know their stuff and it was fairly obvious that even the kinds of titles they were mentioning and the writers they were asking for showed a clientele of substantial spiritual maturity and insight. This will never happen in Quebec at least not for another 300 years. Please dear Londoners, do not ever let this shop go. A place like this needs to exist for seekers everywhere.

Really cool bookstore with a very unique selection of books everything from witchcraft and tarot to…read moreself help. I love bookstore row and this is a must see if you hit the spot!

While I do love the department stores along Oxford St, they get a little same-y after awhile…read more House of Fraser often leaves me feeling this way when I enter in to yet another white main floor of cosmetics and fragrances but I think this has some fun great concessions in the basement. I have had endless hours of pleasure just wandering around the stationary or makeup or clothing of the various little nooks and placements in the lower level. I feel that the main store is too similar to other department stores to really set itself apart on the other floors much but the lower level is absolutely the saving grace for this department store.

And, not to forget the excellent little restaurant on the 5th floor 'Cafe Zest' - full service at…read morethe table, comfy tub chairs if you are quick enough to hover around likely leavers, laying claim before the two old dears with the steely eyes can park their posteriors. Very good quality snacks and food at reasonable prices - and alcohol served if the fancy (or need) takes you. Definitely recommended for a safe, easy, pleasant and good value stop off, if caught up in the madness of Oxford Street.

I visited Mysteries after a friend recommendation for a tarot reading. The atmosphere at the shop…read moreis rather peaceful and spiritual. The staffs are very helpful, friendly and professional My first reading was a bit awkward. The reader didn't really engage with the discussion. Now, it's a fact that tarot reading is for inspiration purpose, but he seemed quite disconnected. I explained my experience with the staffs at Mysteries. They instantly arranged another reading for me. I follow my friend's advice and chose Barbara. The reading was very pleasant, Barbara is such a lovely lady, she gave you a lot of encouragement and she really tried to connect with you through the cards. Overall the customer services and the responses from Mysteries are excellent. I think you should do a little bit of research to choose the right reader by reading online reviews beforehand. I would highly recommend Mysteries and Barbara in particular for a tarot reading.

If you are like me and find the whole 'hocus pocus' theory fascinating, then this is a great little…read moreshop to venture into. I was introduced to Mysteries by my friend who has had her tarot cards read here and recommended it. Situated off Neal's Yard this alternative type shop is perfect for body, mind and souls enthusiasts or if you are looking to read up about psychic and spiritual behaviour and practice. It also provides material on holistic therapies, complimentary medicine, and Reiki. It is around £35 for half an hour to get your tarot cards read on the upstairs level by one of the experts. If you are unsure who to choose, the staff advise you to look at the pictures of the readers displayed at the counter and go with who you are naturally drawn to. You also receive a recording of your reading. Beautiful healing crystals are on display in cabinets, and there is also a good range of gift ideas such as DVD's and incense sticks. A lovely little place to escape from the bustle of Covent Garden.

Everything you need for art, writing, ink, paper, stationery supplies. Located in Covent Garden…read morenear the Underground stations & other retail shops. Service was quick, helpful & very friendly. Great value

Item never arrived, even weeks later. Don't reply to emails for days. All around shoddy.read more

12/08/2018: Harrods suggested I visit one of Diptyque's Retail Stores for the DoSon roll-on parfum…read morefor traveling since, Harrods doesn't carry the roll-on. I began researching all Diptyque's store locations via which Bus would drop me within walking distance to a Diptyque Store. I discovered Bus #35-Shoreditch and Bus #205 stop right in front of Spitalfields Market entrance via Primrose Street. Walking through Spitalfields Market made the distance from Primrose to Commercial enjoyable and shorter. Upon arriving at Diptyque, this new store location opened LAST WEEK: Wow~perfect timing, indeed! Ironically, I bought THE LAST TWO DoSon roll-on parfum leaving the tester behind; incredibly unbelievable how DoSon is flying off the shelves leaving the other parfums behind. BTW: Space NK doesn't have the DoSon roll-on parfum within their retail inventory.

I have been going to this shop since I was a small child yet every time I go I still find something…read moreabout it that I love. It's a dinky little shop with a bell that rings when a customer arrives. It is one of the smallest shops in the city yet has so much stuff for sale. As the name suggests it sells little gifts, wrapping paper, cards and luxury stationary. It also has some more random things too like mugs, jewellery and joke-shop style gags. It sounds like a bit of a mix-mash of things but if you're in the area it's worth a trip to pick up some lovely cards and gift bags. It always smells like perfume or incense and the ladies working there are very sweet, all older women who are really helpful and pleasant. It's always on my list of places to go on the run up to Christmas and never has the festive queues or elbowing that you get in department stores this time of year.

Basic. The Astrology Shop in London is a very small, very simple space with a pretty limited…read moreselection. I stopped by hoping to pick up a few basic supplies, and while they did have some essentials, the overall inventory felt sparse. It's fine if you're already in the area and just need something quick, but it's not the kind of place where you'll find a wide range of tools, books, or specialty items. A straightforward, no-frills shop -- just not as stocked as I expected.

Sweet little shop I came across while walking around London. I just happened upon it and had to…read morestop in. Wonderful selection of crystals and incense! Staff were very knowledgeable and pleasant

Located in the Cardinal Shopping center on Victoria Street, a nice place to get gifts and pick up…read morebonus points for the special folks in your life. Boutique store for soaps, lotions, perfumes, etc for women and men. Unique gift from a London original and sure to please the ladies in your life. Helpful and attentive sales staff, and the Manager-Stephanie is totally cool with great tats on her arms. If you're visiting London remember to get your VAT receipt from the store at time of purchase for submitting your refund at the airport customs when you depart. The VAT refund depends on the dollar amount of your purchase-and can be significant if you drop a lot of money on gifts you may purchase. The prices can turn off the bargain hunters amongst you, but if you are looking for uniquely London souvenirs, Molton Brown may do the trick for you.

Molton Brown - over priced boutique toiletry shop that was popular a few years back, when all the…read morehotels stocked the brand as their complimentary toiletries. I find the brand a bit boring and formulaic now and nothing ever really appeals to me. The bloke, on the other hand, loves their shave wax, face cream and the recharge black pepper body wash for men. They usually pop in a little 100ml bottle of something with every purchase. I've also received a voucher for a free gift set if i spend over £35, but when i went to claim it they had run out. I should have been quicker! The store is much bigger than necessary, but nice, light and airy with attentive staff.