A special place, a shop which is like a museum, worth popping in to feel the humanness and heritage of London. And if you are looking for rope, compass or any sailing supplies, this is the place. There is no shop like it.
Website
arthurbeale.co.uk
Address
Arthur Beale, 194 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, United Kingdom
Current city: London
Simona Sharafudinov is an artist living and working in London. Born in Eastern Europe, emigrating to London at an early age she has been a Londoner for over two decades. 
 

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