Maiden Lane, Covent Garden

The street is based on an ancient track that ran through the Convent Garden to St Martin's Lane.

In 1727–28 Voltaire stayed at the White Wig Inn while he was exiled from Paris.

[1] The British Socialist Party established their offices at 21a Maiden Lane.

These premises were taken over by the Communist Party of Great Britain during their first year of existence.

Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Church is located in the street.