Mary Queen of the High Street — Season 1, Episode 1: Roman Road, East London
Documentary, Reality • 60 min • 1 season, 3 episodes • ★ 8.0/10
Episode synopsis
Mary is at Roman Road in London's East End. Despite investment pouring into the area for the Olympics, the shops of the Roman Road market are not reaping the benefits. Mary wants to revitalise the market, but some existing stallholders are sceptical about her vision. She wants to create a destination for street food and create 'anchors' - destination shopping spots - at either end of the street to help draw in shoppers.
About Mary Queen of the High Street
Mary Queen of the High Street follows Mary Portas as she fights for the country's failing high streets. With around 100 shops closing a week, she takes on the challenge of coming up with a 28-point plan, the Portas Review, to help breathe new life back into the high street.