As autumn descends on London, the city takes on a new character. The air becomes crisper, and the energy shifts as summer fades.
For those experiencing London for the first time, the city can feel both exciting and overwhelming. Amidst the bustling streets and towering buildings, finding a quiet corner to pause and take it all in can be a challenge. That’s where Rathbone Square comes into its own.
Tucked away in the heart of the capital, Rathbone Square in the heart of Fitzrovia in London’s West End offers a serene retreat from the busy pace of city life.
Whether you're grabbing a quick coffee between meetups, or simply seeking a peaceful moment surrounded by nature, this hidden gem provides the perfect spot to catch your breath. And with its lush green spaces, buzzing retail scene, pampering opportunities aplenty and cosy cafés, it's the ideal place to soak up the beauty of autumn in London.
Embracing the autumn vibe
Autumn is a great time to reinvent your wardrobe. The cooler days invite a warmer fashion vibe, and there’s no better place to explore something a little experimental than Lab Store London in Rathbone Square.
This fashion boutique with a difference showcases collections verging on the unorthodox, embracing one-off clothing, accessory and jewellery lines that are otherwise unavailable elsewhere.
Consult with an in-store fashion adviser for tips on creating the ultimate autumn outfit, or browse the rails to find your own new ‘autumn you’ amongst the boundary-pushing outerwear, sweaters, trousers, dresses, footwear, hats and accessories.
New season pampering
Taking time out to pamper yourself can lessen stress, enhance self-esteem, boost your mood and promote better sleep. And at Rathbone Square, there are ample pampering opportunities to embrace as you enjoy autumn in London.
Adam Grooming
Adam Grooming is Rathbone Square’s very own atelier and one of the highest rated and most reviewed men’s barbers in London. Go for a new season style, or relax as the team indulge you with luxurious hot towels and balm, a relaxing scalp massage or a soothing wet shave.
Rawr Beauty
At Rawr Beauty, a team of in-house beauty experts are on hand to make you look and feel amazing for autumn. From lush manicures to soothing pedicures, and from fluttering eyelash extensions to sculpting brow laminations, there’s nothing like a beauty treatment to make you feel a million dollars as the new season takes shape.
7 Sky Spa
7 Sky Spa offers a menu of luxury treatments designed to make you feel warm inside as the crisp air of autumn in London starts to bite. Go for a relaxing Balinese stone massage to give your circulation and metabolism a boost, unwind with a private Hammam treatment to cleanse your skin like never before, or go for a chocolate wrap to uplift your mood.
7Breaths Meditation
7Breaths Meditation promotes mental well-being through mindfulness, meditation and movement. Set in a peaceful sanctuary and delivered by highly experienced teachers, the accessible guided classes include breathwork, gong bath, sound healing, qigong, tai chi, restorative yoga, yin yoga, meditation and mindfulness.
Time for an autumn makeover?
You’ll be spoilt for choice at Rathbone Square if a makeover is topping your things to do list for autumn in London.
Vixen & Blush
Vixen & Blush is the home of natural-looking hair extensions. Offering a variety of techniques, including clip-in, micro bond, micro ring and tape-in, the salon’s experts also specialise in bespoke solutions for wedding hair and thinning hair. There’s also an array of treatments to help give your natural hair a boost, plus a selection of programmes designed to rescue your hair’s health if it’s flagging after a summer of sun exposure.
Samantha Cusick
Ready for a colour transformation this autumn? Samantha Cusick London is ready to make it happen courtesy of an expert colourist team that specialises in using colouring and balayage to create practical styles. Working with you to understand your personal #HairGoals, they’ll create a new season look that works for you and your lifestyle.
Charlotte Street – the perfect diversion for autumn in London
Described as the ‘spine of Fitzrovia’ and named in honour of Queen Charlotte in 1763 following her marriage to King George III two years earlier, Charlotte Street is just a stone’s throw from Rathbone Square.
Offering a vibrant extension of your day out in the heart of London and known for its eclectic mix of trendy eateries and stylish boutiques, this lively street is the perfect place to explore after unwinding in the tranquillity of Rathbone Square.
Begin your day with a leisurely coffee in the square, enjoying the peaceful atmosphere amidst the urban surroundings. Once refreshed, take a short stroll over to Charlotte Street, where the buzz of the city comes alive.
Whether you're in the mood for a relaxed lunch or an indulgent dinner, Charlotte Street has something to satisfy every palate. With its array of restaurants offering everything from casual bites to fine dining, you’ll find the perfect spot to settle in and savour the flavours of the season.
Shopping enthusiasts will also delight in the variety of unique stores and boutiques, making Charlotte Street an essential stop on your autumn itinerary. Whether you’re hunting for the latest fashion trends or picking up a thoughtful gift, this vibrant street offers a little something for everyone.
Visit Rathbone Square and make this autumn in London one to remember!
Rathbone Square is the perfect haven to escape the city treadmill, and offers the ideal spot to drink in the natural beauty of the changing hues of the season as the leaves of the square’s trees turn from green to auburn.
Why not make time for yourself this autumn and prepare yourself for the new season ahead with a visit to Fitzrovia’s hidden gem? We’re ready and waiting to welcome you!
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