Chelsea Porcelain Factory

16 Lawrence Street was the home of the Chelsea China factory from 1745 to 1784, until the business was sold off and moved elsewhere. At the time, the area was a highly fashionable suburb to live in, so the factory had plenty of customers to purchase their fine goods. This fashionable air to the area continues until today, and the wealth of the area is still felt. The creation of this factory is due in part to the large French population in the area, which is an aspect of the borough that is still noted today.

Chelsea Porcelain Factory Founded

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Development of Kings Road

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Kings Road

Kings Road is located just outside of the heart of the downtown Knightsbridge district which houses Harrods and other luxury boutiques. It was a very influential location all throughout the mid 1900s.

Establishment of Russell Square

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Construction of Barracks in Knightsbridge

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Russell Square

Russell Square was established in 1801 by Francis Russell, the fifth Duke of Bedford.

Knightsbridge Barracks

The location of the new Barracks in Knightsbridge constructed in the 1790s were found on the south end of Hyde Park, as a way to keep the troops in the city and isolate them from any revolutionary influences.

Harrods Grand Opening in Knightsbridge

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Harrods Department Store

This is the site of Harrods in Knightsbridge. This iconic and influential department store has been located here ever since its founding in 1849. It is located right in the heart of Knightsbridge, surrounded by many other luxury stores because of the reputation that Harrods has defined for Knightsbridge as an affluent and wealthy district of London.

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