A You + Me Kentucky Town
Welcome to
London
Kentucky
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The Local Heartbeat
Why we love London
Cycle through scenic Appalachian routes, savor crispy traditions, and uncover the heart of Kentucky's charm.
Where London is
Plan your visit to London
Did you know?
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London is known as the "Cycling Capital of Kentucky," boasting numerous scenic routes for both road and mountain biking.
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The World Chicken Festival, a popular annual event, draws thousands of visitors to London each year.
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Daniel Boone is believed to have explored and hunted in the area surrounding London during his time in Kentucky.
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Laurel County, in which London is located, is home to the Dr. Thomas Walker State Historic Site, commemorating the first documented cabin built in Kentucky by a European.
Mark your calendar
- World Chicken Festival - late September
- Redbud Ride - April
- Laurel County Homecoming Festival - annually
The story of London
London, Kentucky, nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in Laurel County, owes its origins to the fertile lands and strategic location along early transportation routes. Established as a county seat, it rapidly evolved into a trading hub for the surrounding agricultural communities. The city's development was significantly shaped by the arrival of the railroad, facilitating the transportation of timber and coal – key resources that fueled its early economic growth. London served as an important staging area during the Civil War, with both Union and Confederate forces vying for control of the region, reflecting Kentucky's divided loyalties and strategic importance in the conflict. The legacy of this era can still be explored through local historical markers and sites.
Chamber & Tourism Partners
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Bimbo Bakeries
Bakery
1331 N Main St, London, KY 40741, USA
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Cold Stone Creamery
Ice Cream
1752 KY-192 Suite 200, London, KY 40741, USA
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Columbia Kentucky
Cafe
102 S Main St, London, KY 40741, USA
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Durham’s Pit BBQ
Restaurant
219 Commercial Dr Suite 3, London, KY 40744, USA
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Love is Real Wellness Café
Cafe
100 Bacho Way STE 500, London, KY 40741, USA
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Mountain Life Museum
Museum
998 Levi Jackson Mill Rd, London, KY 40744, USA
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Slim Chickens
Restaurant
2017 KY-192, London, KY 40741, USA
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Something's Brewing Coffee Shop
Cafe
1531 S Main St, London, KY 40741, USA
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TJ Cinnamons
Bakery
251 KY-80, London, KY 40741, USA
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1 Stop Phone Shop
General
409 Dons Dr
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247 Hat Co.
Screen Printing T Shirt Printing
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A-1 Dry Cleaning & Shirt Laundry
Dry Cleaning
565 W Highway 192
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Acute Title
Real Estate
474 Barbourville Rd
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AdventHealth Medical Group Pediatrics at London
Clinic
102 Professional Dr Ste 2
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Ageless Center Medical Weight Loss & MedSpa
Nutritionist
302 Madison Sq
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AILC A-Shift
Ambulance And Ems Services
420 W 5th St
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Alchemy Hair & Brow Studio
Beauty
120 E 8th St
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Al’s Shoe Shack
General
1201 E 4th St
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Ambulance Inc. of Laurel Co.
Fire Station
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American Scrub Company
General
150 Dogpatch Trading Ctr
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Amjad Ali MD
Clinic
310 E 9th St
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A Portable Restrooms
Hardware
1630 Hampton Rd
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Aqeel Mandviwala, MD
Clinic
1210 W 5th St
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Armed Forces Career Center
Armed Forces Branch
118 Childers Dr
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A Shade Darker
Car Repair
605 West Highway 192, London
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Ashok Kanthawar MD
Clinic
1360 W 5th St
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AWG, Gases and Welding Supplies
Trade
267 S Laurel Rd
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Baptist Health Medical Group Primary Care
Clinic
1406 W 5th St Ste 300
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Barry Williams, MD
Clinic
1120 Reuben St
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bealls
Department Store
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Beauty Works
Beauty
1361 Old Whitley Rd
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Benchmark Mortgage - London, KY Home Loans
Mortgage Lender
830 S Main St
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Big Boy
Restaurant
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Blue Rhino Propane Exchange
Gas
136 Keavy Rd
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Bobo's Fireworks
Firework Retailer
1590 S Laurel Rd
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Borden Dairy Co
Food Beverage Service Distribution
224 W Highway 80
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Bruners Pallet Co Inc
Company
1859 Matt Baker Rd
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Buff City Soap
Beauty
1698 W Highway 192
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Bundy Maytag Home Appliance Center
General
1605 S Main St
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Cabin Connections
Company
1135 E Highway 192
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Cabin Connections Of Harrodsburg Kentucky
General
1345 E Highway 192
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Caleb K Taylor
Financial
1574 N Main St
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Calvary Baptist Church
Place Of Worship
96 Valley Church Rd
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Campground Volunteer Fire Department
Fire Station
69 Campground School Rd
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Camping World
Recreational Vehicle Dealer
325 County Farm Rd
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Carousel Florist
Florist
203 N Hill St
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Carousel Florist & Gifts
Florist
203 N Hill St
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Cato Fashions
Clothes
1716 W Highway 192
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CBD Hemp Dispensary
General
909 S Laurel Rd Ste 2
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Supporting Local Operations
Convenience & National BrandsWhile we prioritize independent local storefronts that carry the soul of the town, these national brands are located nearby and support local employment.
Cato
Clothes