London Court

London Court is an old-style open-roofed shopping arcade and an important tourist attraction in the city of Perth.

Built in 1937 for residential and commercial purposes, the Elizabethan arcade was constructed to look like an English street in the reign of Queen Elizabeth. A series of ‘small houses’ with window boxes, the structure of London Court is not the only element of the arcade hearkening to times past.

Ornate entrances with wrought iron gates and giant clocks mark both ends of the arcade at Hay Street Mall and St George’s Terrace. The Hay Street Mall clock shows four mechanised knights jousting as the clock chimes every quarter hour. The clock at the St George’s Terrace entrance depicts a miniature scene of St George battling the dragon. Gargoyles, shields, wrought iron brackets, masks, gabled roofs and even weather cocks complete the Elizabethan theme.

A number of boutique retail stores occupy London Court. Aboriginal Art and Pigeonhole, selling art and homewares; Sweets of London, specializing in British confectionery and groceries; and the ‘olde worlde’ Antiques and Heirlooms are just some of the eclectic mix of businesses that occupy the building.

Practical Info

London Court runs between Hay Street Mall and St George’s Terrace, perpendicular to Barack and William Streets. Perth Station, Perth Underground Station and Esplanade Station are the closest train stations to the arcade, and within 10 minutes walking distance. London Court is open 5am-9pm Monday to Saturday, and 6am-9pm Sundays.