Oxford Street

This article is about the Oxford Street in London. For the Oxford Street in Sydney, Australia, please see Oxford Street, Sydney.

History

The street follows the route of a Roman road which linked Hampshire with Colchester and became one of the major routes in and out of the city.

Related Topics:
Hampshire - Colchester

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Between the 12th century and 1782 it was known as Tyburn Street, after the River Tyburn that ran just to the south of it (and now flows underneath it). It became notorious as the route taken by prisoners on their final journey from Newgate Prison to the gallows at Tyburn near Marble Arch.

Related Topics:
1782 - River Tyburn - Newgate Prison - Tyburn

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In the late 18th century, many of the surrounding fields were purchased by the Earl of Oxford, and the area was developed. It soon became popular with entertainers including tiger-baiters and masquerades. During the 19th century, the area became known for its shops and this has continued.

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Oxford Street is a square on the British Monopoly board. It is part of the green set together with Regent Street and Bond Street.

Related Topics:
Monopoly - Regent Street - Bond Street

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