London’s Alleys: Smiths’ Court, W1

This concealed alley and courtyard in Soho looks like a twee cottage courtyard that’s been around for decades but is actually a fairly recent conversion because until 2010 most of the cafes that now fill the space were garages for cars.
It’s also a bit confusing namewise.Officially, Smith’s Court is the open passage running off Great Windmill Street and the courtyard at the end. There’s also a covered passage linking the courtyard to busy Brewer Street which is the main e