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A Guide on Moving to Mayfair

 

Mayfair is a wealthy and sought after area of London, a place of rich history and more. The street names in the area are related to the marriage of Mary Davies (Davies Street) and Thomas Grosvenor (Grosvenor Square), responsible for the building up of the area known as Mayfair back in 1677. The modern-day Mayfair keeps the small village charm of the early times in which it was first formed, despite the fact it is now an area of wealth and influence. The Grosvenor Estate still influences the buildings in the area, as well as construction. New buildings must ensure they have the same style and feel as old Mayfair. If you plan on moving to Mayfair, you should take a look at the atmosphere, culture and restaurants, as well as the easy access to most of London due to its location.

 

The History of Mayfair

 

When Thomas Grosvenor and Mary Davies got married in 1677, they formed the Grosvenor Estate, which is still a large part of Mayfair even today. The 300 acres of land today were once 500 acres of pastures, orchards and swampland. The marriage gave a lot of control over these lands for the couple. Gerald Grosvenor, the direct descendant of Thomas Grosvenor is now one of the wealthiest men in the UK, worth billions.

 

Before the development of the area, it used to be mostly large and open fields. The name Mayfair comes from the eponymous fair held in the area, something that grew bigger and bigger in time. The May Fair was unfortunately abandoned in the mid-1700s, but around that time the Grosvenor family started developing their lands with shops and houses.

 

What Transport is Available for Mayfair?

 

Mayfair is within easy walking distance to Central London and the areas of Covent Garden, Oxford Street and Soho. There is also a Tube station on each end - Bond Street and Green Park. From one of the stations, you can reach the Victoria, Jubilee, Central and Piccadilly lines. You can reach the Liverpool Street mainline stations in 12 minutes starting from Mayfair. Marylebone and Paddington are also within easy access to leave the city to the West and North-East. You can catch a taxi or a Uber from the area, as it is often served by private transportation. You may also catch the many Central London buses, giving you a chance to get around outer and inner London alike. If you live within Central London, you will also be an easy distance away from the Heathrow, Luton and Gatwick airports and London City.

 

Mayfair Properties

 

The properties available to rent and buy in Mayfair are beautiful, offering both traditional and more modern options for any buyer. There were large and impressive mansions in the area, but they were abandoned during WW2, later to be reused again as office spaces. Many of these offices are still used today.

 

Eating Out in Mayfair

 

The clientele in Mayfair has a discerning palate, so there is no surprise that there are many upscale places to eat around Mayfair. For those who prefer meat, Sackville's has a lot to offer with their impressive Wagyu beef. There are other traditional and tasty food like burgers and mac n cheese, ones made with exceptional ingredients and skill.

 

If you happen to have a preference for Japanese food, then you will find what you seek in Nobu. The interiors will provide you with the perfect setting, while you enjoy the most exquisite sushi. Jamavar offers curry lovers a chance to enjoy Indian food in a similarly thematic experience.

 

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