What do Tesco, Lyons Tea Rooms and H. Samuel have in common?
Their stories are remembered here.
Within the peaceful setting of Willesden Jewish Cemetery lie the lives of the people who helped shape Britain’s high street, visionaries, risk-takers and family dynasties whose ideas transformed how we shop, eat and live.
From great success to sudden downfall, this guided walk reveals the human stories behind familiar names. Discover how the Lyons family revolutionised dining out, how Jack Cohen built a supermarket empire from humble beginnings, and why Harriet Samuel’s legacy still endures.
Join us for a small, volunteer-led walk and uncover remarkable stories in a place of reflection, memory and heritage.
Please note:
Maximum of 15 participants per walk
Walks begin at the Heritage Centre and last approximately 90 minutes
Free (limited) parking is available on site
Wheelchairs can be provided on request
No dogs, except guide dogs
Tickets: £10 / £8 concessions
Proceeds support the House of Life visitor experience and the ongoing care of the cemetery’s heritage.
Retail Giants: Heroes of the High Street
