Neal's Yard is a real gem. It's spiritual home is at Neal's Yard in the centre of Covent Garden and it is still going strong in that place, but now the business has expanded right across the capital, the UK and beyond selling through little franchises as well as its own shops. Once you walk inside the shop, you feel immediately relaxed, essential oils, herbs and teas are a big part of the business and their fragrant perfume infuses the air and calms everything down. The shop assistants all know a huge amount about what they are selling and can help you find the right remedy to cure almost all ills, at least if what you're looking for is a herbal tincture or tea. In fact, three quarters of those who work in their shops are trained in natural medicine themselves.