Twinings

Did you know? Custom of the day prohibited women from stepping inside the shop in early 1700s. While they sat in their carriage outside, their footmen would buy the sought-after tea . Source: website

Charming shop to learn about the history of tea , it's consumption & trade, and about the founders of Twinings

It’s a lovely old shop, opened since 1706. U should visit even if you don’t like tea , bc it has charm! Besides tea , they also sell awesome cookies . At the back shop U will be able to try everything.

If you would like to get a touristic gift , what could be better than the traditional English tea from Twinnings (the oldest and queen-approved tea company of England)?

Must place to visit if you are a coffee drinker. The staff explained me which tea was available only in the UK and the one that are only available to buy in this shop. You can find some boxes for £1.5

Great store, lots of tea !! Very nice and helpfull staff . Make sure to buy your Twinings tea here, as it's one of the oldest shops in London!

This is the oldest shop in London trading since 1706.

Incredible selection of teas . They will teach you the science behind the perfect cup of tea whilst serving you delicious brews.

A store but also a piece of history. From the stunning store front barely untouched to the artefacts at the far end of the store there is plenty to appreciate. Tea tasting inside.

If you fancy strange and unusual flavours of tea this is the place to come and indulge! Slightly small and narrow so can feel a bit congested. Enjoyed tasting a few exotic teas !

See if you can spot the two Chinese coolies "sitting" at the top of the store's entrance ???? Chinese tea leaves form a big part of Twinings' offerings

The Chinese have consumed tea for thousands of years. Physical evidence from mausoleum of Emperor Jing of Han in Xi'an was found in 2016 -- indicated as early as 2nd century BC. Source: Wikipedia

If you like tea , get there! Some amazing flavor is there for you. Something you normally don't find in shops. You can even ask for a tasting session.

Est. 1706. Claims to have invented Earl Grey Tea in the 1830s, named for Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey , British Prime Minister. There are several conflicting and apocryphal accounts of its origin.

Royal tea supplier. Queen Victoria granted Twinings its first Royal Warrant. Twinings has had the honour of supplying teas to every successive British Monarch to date. Source: website

The oldest shop in Britain with the same trade on the same spot. Great selection of teas and some tasting at the back of the shop

About 50% of the teas here are from China. The next big sources are India, Sri Lanka & Japanese. I also found a rare Malawi white tea , although the bouquet requires an acquired taste

The Golden Lyon tea and coffee house opened here in 1717, making this the oldest shop in Britain in the same trade on the same spot. They’ve also got the oldest corporate logo in the world, est.1787!

Great tea selection and lovely tastings in the same location since 1706!

Overheard... The Twinings logo is the oldest business logo in continuous use since it was designed. Logo source: website

Large assortment of Twinings tea , but the store is very narrow which makes casual browsing a challenge.

This shop can be quite "cosy" so if you plan to make a trip here, try and do it before a massive shopping trip or ensure your not wearing a huge backpack (like I was).

Twinings has had a tea shop here for over 300 years! It’s small, but you’ll find some amazing loose teas ! Try the sampling counter.

Adorable little shop with a lot of history.

A great shop with traditional tee, not very crowded . Must see when visiting London.

Select from different teas ! You can take one from each, so you can try every Twinings tea , good for present in a nice box!

Great place for the tea lovers, great variety of tea flavours!

Great blend of tea ..assam and english breakfast

It is not a tea room . It is only a tea shop with a small tasting are at the back.

The masterclass is excellent

Twinings has been trading tea at this exact location for 300 years!

The little gallery in the back is cute , but in terms of selection and souvenirs (I imagine the only reason you'd come here), there are better options in their online shop.

I almost didn't see the jars by the products that allow you to take a whiff! Don't miss em!

The very first shop of Twinings. Nice to see if nearby.

My special today was peach and cherry green tea . It's amazing. I highly recommend it.

Discreet, not crowded , a tiny little shop with a lot of possibilities!

Beautiful historic !! Awesome

Large variety of teas

There is a nuce tearoom in the back if you want to try a certain flavour.

Great place to buy tea

26 September: Thomas Twining opened his tea shop at 216 The Strand in 1717 and it still remains on the same site nearly 300 years later.

Bring few money or you'll buy everything!

you'll learn something about tea , try some and get 2 free teabags samples

Unforgettable memories in London

Friendly staff will make sure you get the exact taste you want

Perfect spot for all tea lovers!

So friendly & helpful. I learnt so much about tea ! X

Check the museum at the back!

Excelent! A nice shop

Try everything!