D.R. Harris & Co - A real-life apothecary still trading in London

Founded in 1790, D.R. Harris & Co. is one of London’s oldest chemists and perfumers, tucked away on St James’s Street.

Step inside and you’ll find polished wooden cabinets, glass apothecary jars, traditional colognes, shaving soaps and fragrances that have barely changed in over two centuries.

The shop still holds a Royal Warrant, the kind of quiet detail that tells you everything about the standards at work behind the counter.

If you enjoy discovering beautiful independent shops with real history and craft, this one is well worth a visit.

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