In the 1950s Soho was the center of beatnik culture in London. The area was dominated by clubs, bars, and sex shops. Gangs controlled the clubs and bars, and the police were bribed. Many small and easily affordable restaurants and cafes were also established. It was the golden era of British Jazz, Rock and Roll, and Mod culture. Many espresso bars were also opened and they also featured coffee with some famous music. The Berwick Street Market was a bustling marketplace way back in 1956. The Palace Theatre hosted the Shakespeare plays during the 1950s.
These fascinating vintage photos from the 1950s will take you back to the old Soho, London. They show parties, youth culture, and the street life of Soho during its vibrant years.
