
Henry Poole and Co celebrates 220 years as the founding father of Savile Row
Founded in 1806 and on Savile Row since 1846, Henry Poole and Co, the tailor credited with the dinner jacket, is marking its 220th year with events and celebrations.
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Founded in 1806 and on Savile Row since 1846, Henry Poole and Co, the tailor credited with the dinner jacket, is marking its 220th year with events and celebrations.

Britain's original covered shopping arcade, Burlington Arcade, links Piccadilly and Burlington Gardens with jewellers, watchmakers and its famous top-hatted beadles.

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