London Welcome guide Doctoral study
Welcome to Northeastern University London Contents 11
London as your classroom
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Restaurant suggestions
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Look out London
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Computer Science and Network Science
London living
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Museums
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Business
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Finding a place to call home
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London tours
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English
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Commuting to campus
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The best markets
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History
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Transport
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Best parks and green spaces
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Philosophy & Ethics
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London on a student budget
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Sports & leisure facilities
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Politics & IR
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Our campus
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Our location
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Libraries and study spaces
Discover London
The must-have apps
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State-of-the-art campus We can’t wait to welcome you to our stunning campus in the heart of London. Campus life is vibrant and dynamic. With our prime location, you can easily explore the city’s endless attractions, from world-class museums and theatres to trendy cafes and markets. Whether you’re studying or relaxing, there’s always something exciting happening on campus. Devon House Devon House is situated at the heart of bustling St Katharine Docks, just a few minutes’ walk from the historic Tower of London and iconic Tower Bridge. Devon House enjoys stunning river views from both inside the building and from its outside terraces and open areas. At the centre of a lively marina, it forms the heart of a thriving waterside community, surrounded by dozens of enticing restaurants, charming cafes, and popular bars.
One Portsoken
Accessibility
Towering over the city, One Portsoken offers unique views of the London skyline. Head east and you can find yourself in the trendy hipster area of Shoreditch. Head south towards the Thames, and you’ll find yourself wandering through the intriguing streets of the City of London, a blend of historic charm and modern dynamism.
Our campus buildings are access friendly and welcoming to all, with lifts, wide entry points, adaptable furniture, and hearing loops.
Start-up Hub Just a few steps from One Portsoken, the Start-up Hub connects students with entrepreneurs and industry professionals in a unique workspace featuring some preserved Roman era London Wall. This dynamic environment offers flexible desks, huddle rooms, and a tech-equipped boardroom perfect for networking events, real-world collaborations, and career opportunities. Experience modern innovation alongside ancient history in this fully accessible space designed for entrepreneurial success.
Devon House and One Portsoken facilities • bar and events area • bike storage • breakout and group collaboration spaces • campus hub space • co-lab study spaces • cutting edge audio-visual technology • disabled access & support • innovative and modifiable classrooms • huddle rooms • multi-faith rooms • printers for students and staff • private study pods • quiet study zones • refreshment areas • seminar & event spaces • showers • student support & development rooms
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Hoxton Square
Aldi Pharmacy
N 200m
Boundary Gardens
Old Street
Tesco Express
SHOREDITCH Sainsbury’s Local Tesco Express
Bunhill Cemetery
Shoreditch High Street
Museum of Methodism
Allen Gardens
Brick Lane Food Hall
Barbican Barbican Library
Spitalfields Market
Christ Church
Whitechapel
SPITALFIELDS
Moorgate Finsbury Circus Garden
Pharmacy
Liverpool Street
Tesco Express
Sainsbury’s Local Petticoat Lane Market
Guildhall Library Bank of England Museum
The Royal London Hospital
Pharmacy Tesco Tesco Express Express Whitechapel Gallery Altab Ali Park
Artizan Street Library
Aldgate East
The Gherkin
Aldgate
WHITECHAPEL
Bank
Coffee shop
The London Institute of Banking & Finance
Monument
Sky Garden
Old Billingsgate
THE START-UP HUB
Trinity Square Gardens
All Hallows by the Tower Billingsgate Roman House & Baths
Tower Hill Tower of London
London Bridge
Traitors’ Gate HMS Belfast
Tower Pier
The Shard
ONE PORTSOKEN Campus Building
The Royal College of Psychiatrists
Tower Gateway
The London Wall
Tesco Express
Campus locations Underground Station
Supermarkets Libraries Places of interest
Waitrose
DEVON HOUSE
WAPPING
MARBLE QUAY
Administration
Wapping
Campus Building
John Orwell Sport Centre
Bridge Theatre Butlers Wharf
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Royal Mint
The Crown Royal Armories Jewels Fusilier Museum St Katharine Docks Marina
Tower Bridge
London Bridge
Wilton’s Music Hall
Libraries & study spaces As a Northeastern University London student you have access to world class libraries. Northeastern University Library At Northeastern University London, you’ll have access to outstanding library resources designed to support your studies from day one. With millions of digital texts, curated print collections, AI-powered research tools and expert support available around the clock, everything you need is within easy reach. Whether you’re working on your first essay or your dissertation, you’ll benefit from quiet study spaces, collaborative areas and a dedicated London-based librarian, backed by the resources and expertise of Northeastern University’s global network. Find out more
Beyond our own university library, London offers unparalleled access to centuries of knowledge. As a Northeastern University London student, you’ll have special access to this rich network with the support and guidance of our expert London-based librarian. Senate House Library Housed in a landmark art deco building next the British Museum in Bloomsbury, Senate House Library (SHL), the central library of the University of London, offers one of the UK’s most comprehensive academic collections dedicated to arts, humanities, and social sciences. As a Northeastern University London student you will enjoy full access to these resources. The British Library The British Library houses an unmatched national collection of rare manuscripts, historical archives, and cutting-edge research materials. St Pancras Reading Rooms, 96 Euston Road, NW1 2DB
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London is full of fantastic libraries. Once you’ve exhausted the 1,000,000+ ebooks in Northeastern University Library and the on campus reference collections, why not explore libraries such as: • Barbican Centre • Shoe Lane • Artizan Street • Guildhall Library • London Metropolitan Archives Local libraries Don’t forget to check out your local public library – offering borrowing, e-resources, wifi, printing and study space across London. Find out more
Living the London life Experience living in one of the most dynamic and diverse cities in the world! No matter what your interests or what you want to get out of London, there is always something to do or somewhere to be, from art galleries and museums, theatres and historical sites, to clubs, restaurants and bars, vibrant food markets, world-famous shopping streets, spectacular parkland, major sporting events, or even boating on the Thames! Broaden your horizons even further using London as your gateway to travel and explore Europe independently, with four international airports offering flights across the entire continent, and Eurostar connecting London to Paris directly via train. For some students, the thought of studying in a vast city like London may be daunting, but at Northeastern University London you will enjoy the best of both worlds: a supportive, friendly community with excellent pastoral care in the bustling heart of London.
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Whether you want to see your favourite band perform, visit a world-famous gallery, or have a great night out, there is always something to do and people to do it with. Hotel discounts If you have family or friends staying, there is a wide choice of hotel accommodation to choose from including these hotels that offer discounts. Tower Hotel As a 4 star hotel near Tower Bridge, The Tower Hotel London combines comfort and convenience with unparalleled views. With 800 rooms to choose from, including accessible options and sumptuous suites, a range of bars and restaurants and fantastic service. 15% off best available flexible rate (room only or bed & breakfast) Book here
Leonardo Royal Hotel London City Situated near the iconic Tower Bridge and Tower of London, the perfect destination for leisure, business, and family travellers seeking to explore the heart of the capital. Leonardo Royal Hotel Tower Bridge The hotel boasts 370 spacious bedrooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, providing spectacular views of the city, including landmarks like Tower Bridge and The Gherkin. • 20% off Best Available Flexible Rate (Room Only or Bed & Breakfast). For assistance or bookings: • Kat Moore: Katrin_moore@ leonardohotels.com +44 7950 861782 • Central Reservations: londonres@leonardohotels.com +44 8704 100 800 Specify “Northeastern University London” when booking.
Finding a place to call home in London Our students live across the city in a wide range of accommodation, from modern purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) to private rented housing – as well as living at home and commuting. Whether your priority is cost, flexibility, commuting time or a particular living requirement, London offers accommodation options to suit different needs, budgets and lifestyles. Most master’s students choose to rent privately for greater independence, to explore different neighbourhoods, or to share accommodation with friends. As London’s rental market can be fastmoving and competitive, it’s important to understand the process before beginning your search.
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We strongly recommend reviewing our Private Rental Guide. It includes recommended search platforms, location and area guides, guidance on tenancy agreements and associated costs, and practical advice to help you stay safe and avoid common scams.
Purpose Built Student Accommodation (Student Halls) We work with trusted accommodation providers across London, offering secure, professionally managed residences within vibrant student communities. With our central London campus and excellent transport links, you can choose to live within walking distance or commute from an area that suits your lifestyle and budget. Explore the exclusive rates available to Northeastern University London students here.
Commuting to campus Living at home while you study can give you the best of both worlds: a world-class university experience in central London while staying close to your existing friends and family and other commitments. Many Northeastern University London students choose to live at home or commute to campus. Whether you are travelling from elsewhere in London or further afield, commuting does not mean missing out on university life. Our central London location, excellent transport links and welcoming campus spaces make it easy to make the most of your time here. Well connected Our campus buildings at St Katharine Docks and in the City are within walking distance of Aldgate, Aldgate East, Tower Gateway, Tower Hill, Liverpool Street and London Bridge stations. A wide range of bus routes also serves the area. If you are travelling from outside London, Liverpool Street and London Bridge offer excellent rail connections across the South East and beyond. Plan ahead Plan your journey before the start of term and allow extra time during your first few weeks. Citymapper and the TfL Go app can help you find the quickest and most cost-effective route, with live updates on Tube, rail and bus services. If you travel regularly by National Rail, consider whether a Railcard could help you save money on fares.
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Facilities for your day Our campus is designed to make commuting easier, whether you travel in every day or balance your studies with work and other commitments. Facilities include: • Secure lockers on multiple floors for belongings you do not want to carry each day • Private and quiet study spaces • Study pods and group collaboration areas • Campus Hub social spaces
• Join clubs, societies and campus events that fit around your schedule • Attend Welcome Week activities and social events • Connect with other students who live at home or commute • Take part in careers, networking and professional development events • Meet classmates for lunch or coffee around campus and St Katharine Docks Top tips for commuter students
• Showers and secure bike storage
• Check train, Tube and bus services before travelling
• Food preparation areas with microwaves for packed lunches
• Keep a portable phone charger in your bag
• Refreshment areas and phone charging points • Multi-faith rooms
• Bring a reusable water bottle, headphones and anything you may need for a full day on campus
• Weekday campus opening from 8am to 9.30pm
• Make use of lockers so you do not need to carry everything each day
Whether you arrive early for a morning class, have time between sessions or stay later for an event, there are comfortable spaces where you can study, socialise and relax.
• Use student discount apps such as UNiDAYS and Student Beans to help manage your budget
Make campus your community Commuting does not mean missing out. You will be part of a diverse student community, with plenty of opportunities to meet people, take part in activities and access support.
• Build time into your day to take part in activities and make connections beyond the classroom Many of our students commute, so you will be in good company.
Transport London’s transport system includes buses, underground tube trains, overground rail, trams, and a river bus service. You can find out about all the services and plan your journey at https://tfl.gov.uk Underground Our campus buildings are conveniently located near multiple Tube Lines including the Central, Circle, District, Elizabeth, Jubilee, DLR, and Northern. National Rail Overground trains into London Liverpool Street will bring you a few minutes’ walk through the City and along the Thames to our campus. Bus & tram London’s iconic red buses are a great way to get around, and if you get a seat on the top deck offer the perfect position to see the sights of London! A Hopper fare gives you unlimited bus and tram journeys for £1.75, made within one hour of touching in. Touch in using the same card or device on all journeys and you get the Hopper fare automatically. Uber boat The Thames Clipper river bus service stops at Tower Bridge, just a couple of minutes’ walk from our campus. Boats stop at 24 piers along the Thames between Barking Riverside Pier in the East and Putney Pier in the West. Services run from early in the morning until late at night, seven days a week.
Oyster card
Cycling in London
All journeys taken via TFL are paid either via Oyster card or pay-as-you-go. Oyster cards must be topped up with money before travel. There is no expiry date for funds on the card.
Lime bikes
Remember to have your payment card ready to tap in or out as you approach. This keeps passengers moving smoothly and avoids delays. You can find lots of helpful advice and tips about travel around London, including how to save money on tickets here. Travel apps CityMapper: a really handy app that you’ll find becomes your essential travel companion. Not only does it provide the best routes and methods of transport, it also gives live updates on prices and journey times. Whether you want to walk, bike, bus, train or taxi to your destination CityMapper will get you from A to B. TFL Go: the official Transport for London app gives you real-time information on the tube, DLR, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink and London Overground. Trainline: Europe’s leading train and coach app. Get live train times, railcards, mobile tickets / e-tickets and seat selection. Uber: book taxis and train tickets along with boat tickets for the Thames Clipper service.
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Lime is an electric scooter and bikesharing app. Simply open the Lime app to find a vehicle near you, scan to unlock it, and enjoy your ride! The dockless system makes it easier to get to and from your departure and arrival locations. Santander Cycles Santander Cycles is a public bicycle hire scheme in London. The scheme’s bicycles are popularly known as Boris Bikes, after Boris Johnson who was Mayor of London when the scheme began operating. Students aged 18 or over can save on the cost of annual membership. To get your discount, sign up with Student Beans. Cycling safely Follow local traffic rules, wear a helmet, stick to bike lanes whenever possible and of course, enjoy the ride! Take an online cycle skills course and check cycle training in London here. Rules for cyclists
London on a student budget Museums & galleries
Parks and open spaces
Discounted food
Did you know that London’s public museums and galleries are free to visit?
London is one of the greenest cities in the world and is made up of 40% public green space. The centrepieces of Greater London’s park system are the eight Royal Parks of London.
For students on a tight budget in London, Too Good To Go is a must-have app. It’s a useful tool for discovering affordable dining options. By the end of the day, vendors with excess food sell everything at discounted prices on the app, avoiding food waste.
Most of London’s major museums – as well as many of its smaller institutions and every commercial gallery – are free to enter, so you can experience world-class art and artefacts without having to dip into your wallet. From the Tate to Gagosian, the National Gallery to Camden Art Centre, you’ve got your choice of literally hundreds of amazing art spaces, all free. Want to see masterpieces by Raphael and Turner, or contemporary abstraction by future art stars? You can, and you don’t have to pay.
Covering 4,882 acres, they are former royal hunting grounds which are now open to the public. The city’s parks are full of natural and manmade wonders that you can enjoy as you wander around. Student discounts
Eating out, days out and events
Make sure you check out the free apps UNiDAYS and StudentBeans which offer amazing student discounts on food & drink, fashion, tech, beauty, lifestyle, health and fitness as well as travel and entertainment. You can also get an NUS-extra card (TOTUM) costing £14.99 annually (or £24.99 for 3 years). All of these offer attractive discounts available in-store and online.
Make sure you are tapped in to the apps below to find plenty of ideas for free and cheap places to visit in London.
With or without these, it’s always worth asking at the till if somewhere offers a student discount.
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You’ll discover incredible deals and effortlessly keep track of your favourite places right on your phone.
timeout.com skintlondon.com visitlondon.com Secret London
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Discover London From the bustling markets of Camden and the artistic hub of the Southbank to the tranquil spaces of Hyde Park, the city is a melting pot of diverse cultures, cuisines, and traditions. Whether you’re exploring world-class museums, indulging in high-end shopping, or enjoying the eclectic nightlife, London offers endless possibilities.
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Restaurant suggestions
Best for full English Regency cafe This is the ultimate café experience. Since 1946, this legendary spot has been renowned for its full English breakfasts and fry-ups, earning its place as a true institution. Step back in time and settle at one of the retro tables, familiar from numerous classic British films and television. Indulge in an authentic English breakfast feast for excellent value in central London. Pair it all with a cup of tea. Pure bliss. 17-19 Regency St, SW1P 4BY Pimlico £ Set breakfast £6.95 E Pellici A classic east London greasy spoon cafe that has been serving the local community for over a century. As well as fabulous food Pellicci’s boasts an ornate panelled wooden decor, carved by regular customer and carpenter Achille Capocci back in 1946. Thanks to his handiwork, Pellicci’s has been awarded Grade II listed status by English Heritage. 332 Bethnal Green Road, E2 0AG Bethnal Green £ Classic set £13.95
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Kahaila Café
Theatre Royal
A cosy, welcoming café and social enterprise on Brick Lane, serving up excellent coffee, fresh cakes, and plenty of vegan options. With its relaxed vibe, big tables, and community feel, it’s a favourite for students looking to read, revise, or catch up with friends. Plus, your coffee helps support great causes.
All pale pink walls, green marble, crystal chandeliers and gilded ceilings, the Grand Saloon at the Theatre Royal lives up to its name. This showy space, in the heart of Covent Garden’s theatreland, is the setting for a seasonally shifting Regency-inspired afternoon tea created by in-house chefs and star baker Lily Vanilli. It’s a playful affair - think madeleines topped with English feta and carrot, a crumpet with earl grey-flavoured cream cheese and sticky toffee pud alongside warm scones.
135 Brick Lane, E1 6SB horeditch High Street S (Overground), Aldgate East or Liverpool Street £ Coffee from £2.80 Sandwiches & cakes from £4 The Breakfast Club The Breakfast Club is loved by many, and for good reason. As well as cafe classic English breakfast, an expansive menu offers variations on avocado and their piled-high pancake stacks, topped with lick-your-plate-clean maple syrup and vanilla cream should definitely be on your breakfast bucket list. If you want to avoid the queues, it’s probably best to find a time during the working week to go.
Drury Lane, WC2B 5JF Covent Garden £ £59 per person
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£ The full monty £16.95
Peggy Porschen
Afternoon tea at Fortnum’s is without doubt one of the most delicious traditions in one of the most elegant settings. Expect white linen tablecloths laid with camellia china, a tinkling Steinway and a classic spread. Finger sandwiches include Suffolk cured ham with English mustard and Cotswold Legbar egg mayonnaise; followed by strawberry jam-topped scones and pâtisseries including rose eclairs. Sip Fortnum’s blanc de blancs fizz or bespoke tea blends as you dine.
Possibly the prettiest place to come for afternoon tea in the capital is marshmallow-pink Peggy Porschen. Snap a photo under its flower-framed entrance before heading inside to tuck into even prettier freshly baked cakes, pastries, sandwiches and scones each linked to themes that change every few months. Endless pots of tea are inspired by flowers and you can fill your cup with everything from earl grey and orange blossom to Chelsea floral rose or upgrade to a petal-topped mimosa. There are also special menus for those who require a gluten-free, vegetarian or child-friendly option.
Piccadilly, W1A 1ER Piccadilly £ £80 per person
Belgravia, SW1W 9QQ Victoria £ £52 per person
Best for afternoon tea Fortnum & Mason
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Best for fish & chips
Masters Superfish
Holborn, WC1X 8SL Holborn £ Cod & chips £11.75
Masters Superfish is something of a south London institution - a canteenlike room packed with personality serving many types of fish straight from Billingsgate. Fried whitebait is a seemingly bottomless pile of non-battered, crispy little fish with a squeeze of lemon. A main course of Superbites is enough for two, with around eight fist-sized chunks of cod, plaice, huss (rock salmon) and haddock, and a generous portion of chips. Mushy peas are as they should be – piping hot and full of texture and sweetness. Waterloo Road, SE1 8UX Waterloo £ Cod and chips, £12.95
Rock & Sole Plaice
Golden Union
Covent Garden’s Rock & Sole Plaice is a bona fide fish ’n’ chip legend, as well as being the best-named chippy in town – quite something in a punheavy field. It’s been dishing up some of the city’s most-loved fried fare from its Endell Street shop since 1871 – two world wars and modish food fads be damned. The current owners claim their chips are the biggest in the country, making a point of frying them in peanut oil. You’ll find tourists and workers alike queueing up for the big portions dished up at this old favourite.
This Soho chip shop’s sustainable fish selection is cooked to order in its homemade batter and fried to perfection in a blend of oils. The chips really are exceptional — fantastically fluffy and as golden as the restaurant’s neon logo sign would suggest — while the fish comes as cod, haddock, pollock, coley and plaice, with sides of curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy as extra.
The Fryer’s Delight A real-deal chippy, The Fryer’s Delight has been serving London well since 1962. It may look like a London cabbie’s hole-up (formica-topped tables, long benches, old-school menu), but fans come from far and wide to sample its battered cod, rock, skate, saveloys, fishcakes and pies with mushy peas and ‘wallies’ (gherkins). Owner Osvaldo ‘Ozzie’ Bartolo is particularly proud of his chips, which are thick cut (about 18mm) and fried in beef dripping.
Endell Street, WC2H 9AJ Covent Garden £ Regular cod & chips £21
38 Poland Street, W1F 7LY Oxford Circus £ Cod or haddock and chips, £17.95
With its inviting fireplaces and heated beer garden, The Brownswood is ideal for comfort food on a chilly London day. Their pork and leek sausages with creamed potatoes are a testament to the timeless appeal of sausage and mash. Green Lanes, N4 2EX Tube Manor House £ £13 Mother Mash, Covent Garden For those who love customization, Mother Mash is a dream come true. Choose from a variety of mash flavours and sausages, including chicken, vegan, and spicy pork options, to create your perfect plate. Carnaby Street W1F 7QZ/ Covent Garden WC2N 4LN Tube Oxford Circus/Covent Garden
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Best bangers & mash
The Trafalgar Arms
The Garden Gate
A local gem in the heart of Tooting with a big and beautiful beer garden, The Trafalgar Arms offers Alden’s pork & fennel sausages burnt onion mash, spring greens, salsa verde, a combination that’s hard to beat.
The Garden Gate offers a traditional pub experience with its outdoor-bred pork sausages, spring onion mash, and a decadent red wine jus. It’s the perfect spot for those looking to enjoy classic British fare in a cosy setting. Hampstead, NW3 2QE Hampstead Heath £ £15
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The Brownswood, Finsbury Park
Tooting, SW17 0RT Tooting £ £15
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Sunday roast The Camberwell Arms The main event is a choice of five roasts (usually spit-roasted chicken, roast pork belly, braised lamb, lamb steak or dry-aged hereford beef) served for two people to share, plus something a bit different – perhaps a pie or some seasonal game. For pudding, ice creams, sorbets and cheeses are on hand for those who still have room to spare. The pub’s pared-back, 1940s brasserie aesthetic of pastel walls, bare tables, dangly lights and salvaged furniture goes well with the no-nonsense service, daily changing guest ales and fairly priced wine list. Camberwell, SE5 8TR Overground Denmark Hill £ £50 for two to share
World cuisine London offers an amazingly diverse selection of culinary delights. £ under £20 ££ under £50 £££ more than £50 Chinese Halal: Xi’an Impression Holloway (£) Kosher: Din Tai Fung Covent Garden (££) Gluten Free: Hakkasan Mayfair (£££) Vegan: Tofu Vegan Spitalfields (£) Vegetarian: Royal China Across London (££)
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Clapton Country Club Find this idiosyncratic venue in a cobbled alleyway in Clapton, east London. On Sundays they run a popular roast dinner club with live jazz from 127pm. The rest of the week you can hire this chic old tram shed for events. Clapton, E5 8BQ Overground Clapton £ From £24.00 Blacklock Blacklock takes the art of roasting to the next level. Whole joints are cooked over open coals and English oak, ensuring each bite is heavy on the flavour and juiciness. Plates come with duck fat-roast potatoes, a selection of seasonal vegetables, and an abundance of house gravy as well as a crowning glory fluffy Yorkshire pudding. Portions are generous but don’t miss the side of cauliflower and four cheeses, which the restaurant
promises arrives at your table “bubbling like Mt. Vesuvius”. Soho, City, Covent Garden, Shoreditch, Canary Wharf Various £ from £25 The Maynard Arms Whether you’re in the mood for a chilled-out Sunday or a lively lunch that goes late into the evening, The Maynard Arms has you covered with a gorgeous beer garden. The Sunday roast highlight is a vegan wellington, a giant log of mixed veggies encased in crispy pastry. The roast also features potatoes, mixed kale, maple-roasted carrots, mulled red cabbage, Yorkshire pudding, and a generous helping of gravy. Meat lovers can choose from chicken, beef, porchetta to complete your Sunday feast at this local gem. Crouch End, N8 8SX Highgate or Haringay £ From £19
Mediterranean & Middle Eastern
Indian
Halal: Arabica Bar & Kitchen Borough Market (££)
Halal: Dishoom Across London (££)
Kosher: Asado
Gluten Free: Masala Zone Across London (£)
Stamford Hill (££) Gluten Free: Nopi Soho (£££)
Vegan: Sagar Across London (£)
Vegan: Delamina EAST Shoreditch (£)
Vegetarian: Govinda’s Vegetarian Restaurant Soho (£)
Vegetarian: Mildreds Across London (££) French Halal: L’Artiste Muscle Shepherd Market (£££) Kosher: Reubens Restaurant & Deli Baker Street (£££) Gluten Free: Côte Across London (££) Vegan: Gauthier Soho (£££) Vegetarian: La Petite Auberge Islington (££)
Italian Halal: FANZY Pizza & Burger Brick Lane (£) Kosher: Mimmo La Bufala Hampstead (££) Gluten Free: Zizzi Across London (£) Vegan: Purezza Camden (££) Vegetarian: Carluccio’s Across London (££)
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Look out London These locations offer some of the best views in London, each with convenient access to public transport. Peckham Levels Situated in Peckham, this spot offers a vibrant cultural hub with various artistic spaces, food stalls, and community events. Peckham Rye Horizon 22 London’s highest free viewing platform. Located in Bishopsgate the viewing platform on level 58 offers 300 degree views of London, showcasing its most iconic landmarks. Bank Alexandra Palace & Park Enjoy a fantastic day out with panoramic views of London or an extraordinary event in this iconic venue colloquially known as ‘Ally Pally’. Turnpike Lane Lift 109 Enter via the magnificent Art Deco Turbine Hall of Battersea Power station. Constellations of light guide your way as the elevator makes its ascent up one of the iconic chimneys and from 109 metres at the top you will take in stunning 360 degree views of London’s skyline. Battersea Power Station The Garden at 120 A rooftop garden situated at 120 Fenchurch Street, providing a serene escape with panoramic views of the city skyline. Monument
Primrose Hill
Richmond Park
At the top of the hill is one of the six protected viewpoints in London. The summit is almost 63 metres above sea level and the trees are kept low so as not to obscure the view. In winter, Hampstead can be seen to the northeast. There are lots of independent and family-run restaurants around Primrose Hill, making it a great place to spend an afternoon. The numerous shops and cafés give the area a village vibe.
Situated on the highest part of Richmond Park is King Henry’s Mound, affording an uninterrupted view of St Paul’s Cathedral. Henry VIII loved to hunt in Richmond Park, one of the eight royal parks of London. The mound is named after him because it was traditionally thought that on May 19th 1536 he stood here waiting for a rocket to be fired from the Tower of London to signal Anne Boleyn’s beheading, paving the way for him to marry Jane Seymour.
Chalk Farm
Richmond Richmond, just over 30 minutes’ walk from King Henry’s Mound.
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Museums London has many famous museums such as the Natural History Museum, the British Museum, the V&A, the Science Museum and many more but these are some lesser known museums for you to discover. National Portrait Gallery
Dulwich Picture Gallery
The National Portrait Gallery looks after the world’s greatest collection of portraits. Spanning six centuries, artworks reveal the inspiring and sometimes surprising personal stories that have shaped, and continue to shape a nation from global icons to local champions, national treasures to unsung heroes. Open daily: 10.30am to 6pm, Friday & Saturday: 10.30am – 9pm.
England’s first public art gallery showcasing European Old Master paintings and temporary exhibitions. Open Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 5pm (closed on Mondays)
St Martin’s Place, WC2H 0HE Charing Cross/Leicester Square £ Free entry Royal Air Force Museum Explore the history of aviation with a vast collection of aircraft and interactive exhibits. Open daily from 10am to 5pm (closed on some holidays). Grahame Park Way, London NW9 5LL Colindale
£ Free admission (donations welcome) Fashion and Textile Museum Discover the evolution of fashion and textile design through rotating exhibitions and workshops. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 11am to 6pm, Sunday from 11am to 5pm (closed on Mondays). 83 Bermondsey St, Bermondsey, London SE1 3XF London Bridge
£ From £9.50
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Gallery Rd, Dulwich, London SE21 7AD est Dulwich W £ From £8.75 Imperial War Museum IWM London examines the continuing influence of war on our world. The collection is concerned with modern warfare, from World War I to the present day; you’ll find the everyday details, letters, shoes, alongside bigger exhibits, such as the chunk of window from the World Trade Center. Open 10am to 6pm daily. Lambeth Road, SE1 6HZ Lambeth North/ Elephant and Castle £ General admission to IWM London is free but charges may apply to special exhibitions.
Cartoon Museum Celebrating British cartoons, caricatures, and comics with original artwork and exhibitions. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 10:30am to 5:30pm, Sunday from 12pm to 5:30pm (closed on Mondays) 63 Wells St, Fitzrovia, London W1A 3AE Tottenham Court Road
£ From £4.00
Churchill War Rooms (IWM) Walk the top-secret corridors and glimpse what life would have been like during the tense days and nights of the Second World War. Open daily 9:30am to 6pm, last entry at 5pm. King Charles Street SW1A 2AQ Westminster £ Concessions £28.80
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London tours Riding on the top deck of a double decker bus is one of the best and cheapest ways to explore and experience London. Here’s our guide to three bus routes which are perfect for a cutprice sightseeing tour, taking in the city’s most famous sights. Route 24: Pimlico to Hampstead Heath Catch the number 24 from Victoria, where it passes both Westminster Cathedral and Westminster Abbey. The bus then turns down Whitehall and passes Downing Street, the Prime Minister’s home, before reaching one of the most famous parts of London, bustling Trafalgar Square, where you can spot Nelson’s Column and the famous lion statues. The bus continues through the fringes of London’s historic theatre district, passing Denmark Street, known as Tin Pan Alley for its famous music shops. Delving deeper into rock n’ roll territory, the 24 continues to Camden Town – famous for its music scene and labyrinth of street markets. If you hop off here, you’ll find all kinds of things for sale within the market including vintage fashion, books, antiques, street food, and of course, souvenirs. The route ends at Hampstead Heath, where the lush, green park is waiting to take you a million miles away from the busy city. Make the short trip up the hill to see spectacular views of London – what better way to end your sightseeing tour on a sunny day?
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Route 11: Fulham to Liverpool Street
Route 9: Aldwych to Hammersmith
The number 11 takes in the luxurious King’s Road in Chelsea and the chic streets of Belgravia before it passes Westminster Cathedral, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament in quick succession.
The number 9 is one of the oldest bus routes in London, passing through many of the city’s most affluent areas. It begins at Aldwych, close to the cultural hub of Somerset House, and continues along the Strand to Trafalgar Square. Travelling down Piccadilly, you can spot leafy Green Park and the world famous Ritz Hotel.
Turning onto Whitehall and making its way up to Trafalgar Square, the bus continues along the historic Strand, passes the Royal Courts of Justice, and turns down Fleet Street towards London’s financial district, known as the City or ‘Square Mile’. Look out for the disused Strand tube station on your way - closed in 1994, it’s since made an appearance in many films and TV shows including Atonement, 28 Days Later and Sherlock. Magnificent St Paul’s Cathedral welcomes you into the City, where you’ll also see the historic Royal Exchange, the Bank of England - the world’s second-oldest central bank, and Mansion House - the London mayor’s official home. The number 11 ends its journey at Liverpool Street station, a bustling commuter and tourist hub and the gateway to stylish east London. A short walk away you’ll find Spitalfields market, famous Brick Lane and trendy Shoreditch, each dotted with bustling coffee shops, street art and street food stalls.
The route continues through Knightsbridge, home to luxury department store Harrods, a mustvisit for any discerning designer shopper. The 9 then passes the Royal Albert Hall and the immaculate Kensington Gardens, through which Kensington Palace, once the home of Diana, Princess of Wales, is a short stroll away. Then it’s on to Kensington High Street; one of London’s most popular shopping streets and a pleasantly quiet alternative to Oxford Street. Shortly before it ends in Hammersmith, the route passes beautiful Holland Park. More tucked away than Hyde Park, but every bit as pretty, it features a Japanese garden, tennis courts and even a few resident peacocks!
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The best markets in London Our top ten markets in London for food, flowers, fashion, antiques and more Brick Lane Market On Sundays, the streets of east London’s bustling Brick Lane are lined with stalls selling anything and everything. You’re bound to find bargain fruit and veg, household items and electrical products, but this market’s USP is its sheer unpredictability: you could bag a second hard bargain, or spend hours sifting through trinkety tat. Brick Lane’s recent ‘trendification’ is reflected in the various splinter markets that surround it. Visit Backyard Market for arts and crafts, Sunday Upmarket for street food and interesting gifts, The Tea Rooms for vintage bric-à-brac, and the Boiler House Food Hall for more snack and drink stalls. Don’t miss out on London’s best bagel shop and a plethora of authentic curry houses! Aldgate East Portobello Road Market London’s largest antiques market occupies a prime stretch of Notting Hill, an area that manages to feel diverse and surprising despite heavy gentrification. Portobello Road Market is really five markets in one, with different sections dedicated to secondhand goods; clothing and fashion; household essentials; fruit, veg and other food; and the main event: antiques. You’ll find the greatest range of antiques stalls on Saturdays. Portobello buzzes on Fridays too, but this fascinating street packed with characterful cafés, shops and drinking spots is worth a visit any time. Ladbroke Grove
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Nestled next to London Bridge, this iconic food market has existed in some form since at least 1014. Although it still operates as a wholesale market in the early hours, it’s now best known as a foodie’s paradise where discerning Londoners come to buy top-quality meat, fish, fruit and veg, fresh bread, cakes and sweet treats, oils and vinegars, and pretty much anything else. There’s also an amazing array of street food (don’t miss communal dining space The Borough Market Kitchen), and a dedicated covered area to chow down in. Borough Market is open Monday to Saturday, but you’ll find a fuller selection of stalls from Thursday to Saturday.
Situated just off Shoreditch’s main drag, this weekly flower market is an East End gem. Every Sunday from 8am3pm (roughly), the picturesque cobbled street is packed with traders selling bulbs, herbs, shrubs, bedding plants and bucketfuls of cut flowers. Flanking the stands are around 60 interesting independent shops and cafés, many open only at weekends. Arrive superearly for the best selection of flowers, or as the market’s winding down to bag a bargain. Be prepared for it to be heaving each and every weekend with browsing punters.
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iverpool Street/Old Street/ L Shoreditch/Bethnal Green Alfie’s Antique Market Housed in a huge Egyptian-style art deco building in Marylebone, Alfie’s Antiques Market has been attracting collectors and casual buyers for more than 40 years. Spread over four floors are around 100 different dealers selling an eclectic selection of jewellery, homeware, decorative items, memorabilia, furniture and artwork. Full-on bargains are few and far between, but that’s only because the quality of goods on offer is so high. Alfie’s Antiques is open 11am-6pm, Tuesday to Saturday; once you’ve found your dream object, you can enjoy a bite and a tipple at the rooftop café, a famous sun trap. Marylebone/Edgware Road
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Old Spitalfields Market
Greenwich Market
Following its noughties rejuvenation, this covered market opposite Liverpool Street station has blossomed into a major shopping (and eating) destination. Now open seven days a week, the central concourse is filled with stalls selling contemporary and vintage clothes, posh children’s toys, homeware items and artisan food products. Inside, you’ll also find a selection of fantastic places to eat, including Dumpling Shack and Bleecker Burger. There’s extra buzz on Thursdays, when it welcomes Old Spitalfields Antiques Market, a bonus cluster of stalls offering collectables and objets d’art from 8am to 5pm. And if you’re still not shopped out, Brick Lane Market is a five-minute walk away.
Though it’s situated in historic Greenwich (a Unesco World Heritage Site, no less), this eighteenth-century indoor market is no relic. It’s home to stalls selling jewellery, clothes, second-hand furniture, interesting gifts and general bric-à-brac. During the winter the market is open Tuesday to Sunday 10am to 5.30pm and seven days a week during the summer. There are still plenty of delectable street food stalls to refuel at before you pay a visit to the nearby Cutty Sark or Royal Observatory. Or just hop on a Thames riverboat back to central London.
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Brixton Village and Market Row Brixton is one of the capital’s most vital neighbourhoods, and these adjacent indoor markets reflect its unique and varied flavour. In recent years they’ve become a place of foodie pilgrimage where hungry Londoners can grab a table at places serving seafood, superior pizza, Portuguese cuisine, Mexican food, Jamaican/European fusion and all manner of Caribbean delicacies. But they contain plenty for shoppers, too. A leisurely amble through the arcades reveals a treasure trove of independent outlets selling clothing, jewellery, homeware, art, antiques and unusual gifts. Brixton Village and Market Row are open from 8am to 11.30pm every day, except for Monday, when they close early at 6pm. Brixton Camden Market Technically several adjoining markets, this sprawl of stalls stretching from Camden Town tube to the Regent’s Canal is London’s fourth most popular visitor attraction. In its recent heyday, around 250,000 people came here every week to shop, sample street food and soak up the distinctive, still-grungy atmosphere. Camden Lock Market is an arts-and-crafts haven while the Stables Market is a trendy spot for everything from quirky furniture to fetish clothing. Nearby Buck Street Market on Camden High Street has had a shipping container revamp. The markets in Camden Town are open seven days a week and typically seem to be buzzing. Camden Town/Chalk Farm Road
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Explore London’s best parks and green spaces London is a wonderfully green city, with around 3,000 parks and a vibrant network of canals, reservoirs, and riversides to explore. From the huge Hampstead Heath in north London, to the stunning Royal Parks and well-loved local spots and garden squares, there are so many places for you to relax in London. Aldgate Square Located between The Aldgate School and St Botolph without Aldgate Church just west of Aldgate Underground Station. The main square includes a central lawn area flanked by raised planters which provide informal seating. Pleached hornbeams provide cover and shade to the southern boundary. A water feature of parabolic jets is fascinating to both watch and for play. Housed in the striking Portsoken Pavilion, the Aldgate Tap serves up coffee, a wide range of beers, wines and non-alcoholic drinks, and pizzas. Tube Aldgate Hampstead Hill Garden & Pergola Thousands wander across Hampstead Heath’s wild and undulating parkland every year, but very few discover this eerie and elegant pocket of faded grandeur on the West Heath. Built by Lord Leverhulme at the start of the twentieth century as a setting for his extravagant parties, it includes impressive gardens and a dramatic elevated walkway, where overhanging plants create a lush canopy and tangled roots twist around smooth stone columns. A little window into the world of the Edwardian super-rich. Golders Green Holland Park & Kyoto Garden Holland Park situated in Kensington offers 55 acres of gardens and woodland areas. The charming Kyoto Garden is nestled inside Kensington’s Holland Park and even features a roaming muster of peacocks. 20
It’s an unexpected slice of Japanese zen that was originally built to celebrate the 1992 Japan Festival in London. olland Park/Kensington H High Street St James’s Park Thanks to this park’s central location, you can enjoy fab views of Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, the London Eye, and Horse Guards Parade from The Blue Bridge. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife, including the park’s famous pelicans. St. James’s Park Dalston Curve Garden, Dalston Built on an old railway line, the Dalston Curve Garden is a community endeavour. It’s filled with trees, shrubs, butterfly bushes, floral delights, and plenty more. Head in, grab a coffee from their on-site café and enjoy a wander around the urban garden. 13 Dalston Lane, E8 3DF alston Junction or Dalston D Kingsland Crossrail Place Roof Garden, Canary Wharf Gardens emerge in the unlikeliest of places, including this tropical beauty atop a railway station. With blooms and plants from across the world, ranging from Australasian ferns to American sweetgums, Chinese bamboo, and more, it’s a wonderfully international green space. Take a trek around the world all without leaving Canary Wharf. Crossrail Place, E14 5AB Canary Wharf
St Dunstan-in-the-East, City of London The bombed-out ruins of this church have been made even more beautiful by trailing vines, flowerbeds, and trees providing shade. St Dunstan-in-the-East is popular with both city workers on lunch and the lifestyle blogging crowd – it’s a verdant joy for everyone. St Dunstan’s Hill, EC3R 5DD Tower Hill Richmond Park Explore the spectacular Isabella Plantation with its extravaganza of bright azaleas, venture up King Henry’s Mound to admire distant views to St Paul’s Cathedral or hire a bike to enjoy a leisurely cycle as you take in the sights. Around the perimeter of the park, you’ll find the Tamsin Trail – a scenic route of just over 7 miles, popular with joggers and hikers. For a more leisurely visit, head to pretty Pembroke Lodge. This historic Georgian mansion boasts elegant tea rooms and picturesque gardens with sweeping views over the Thames Valley.
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Canal and river walks Thames Path You can walk along the north and south banks of the Thames. Created in 1996, the Thames Path National Trail has more riverside routes than you can shake a (walking) stick at. It’s 185.2 miles long (roughly equivalent to the distance between London and Doncaster)! The Thames Path is the longest river walk in Europe and would take two weeks to walk. Thanks to its length, the path suits all abilities – from beginner to experienced walkers. Westminster Bridge to Tower Bridge Along the route, you’ll encounter modern structures, including Tate Modern, the Millennium Footbridge and the London Eye, and historic landmarks like Southwark Cathedral, County Hall and Shakespeare’s Globe – not to mention it passes through the bustling hub of South Bank. Richmond to Kew Gardens An excellent walk for wildlife lovers, showcasing London’s often-overlooked greenery. Before arriving at Kew Bridge, you’ll pass several landmarks along tree-lined paths, including Richmond Palace, Twickenham Bridge and Richmond Lock – and what better place to cap off a wildlife walk than at the world’s largest botanical garden? Keep your eyes peeled for the parakeets that have made Kew Gardens and Richmond Park their home!
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Kingston-upon-Thames to Hampton Court Palace This U-shaped trail follows one of the Thames’s distinctive curves. There are 180 islands on the river, and approaching Hampton Court, two appear: Ravens Ait Island and Thames Ditton Island. Across the Thames, you’ll see Kingston-upon-Thames, Surbiton, and Hampton Court. Hampton Court Palace is this walk’s focus and finish line, but Hampton Court Park is also a must-visit. It’s unmissable in scale (750 acres) and scenery (famous for wild deer and ancient trees).
Putney to Battersea Putney Bridge is one of the oldest bridges in London (originally built in 1776). It’s also the starting place for this walk to Battersea. Along this walk, you’ll pass Putney Bridge, Wandsworth Bridge and Battersea Bridge before arriving at Albert Bridge. You’ll also pass through plenty of green spaces, including Wandsworth Park and Bridges Wharf Gardens, finishing at Battersea Park. The 200-acre green space has a boating lake, duck pond, cycle hire and even a zoo, so there’s no shortage of things to see and do once you’re there. Continue along the River Path to Battersea Power Station and discover London’s most exciting new destination at the iconic Grade II* listed, Battersea Power Station with over 140 shops, bars, restaurants, leisure and entertainment venues, parks and historical spaces.
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Regent’s Canal walk: Little Venice to Limehouse Basin Distance: 9 miles/14 Km The Regent’s Canal is perhaps one of the most popular walks in London and for good reasons. This 9 miles route stretches across most of the city, west to east, and it covers many of the most popular attractions, including Victoria Park, Camden Lock, and Little Venice. The Regent’s Canal walk is a unique oasis of calm that offers many fine pubs and restaurants along the way. On top of that, organized kayak and narrowboat tours are available all year round. addington station/ P Limehouse station The East London Circuit and Limehouse cut: Limehouse to Limehouse A small circuit starting at Limehouse basin and running across the first section of the Regent’s Canal all the way to Mile End. Turn right onto the Hertford Union canal all the way to Hackney. This stretch crosses the entire length of Victoria Park. Here the canal mixes with the river Lea in a bustling and very busy environment. Turn right again to continue all the way to Bromley by Bow and finally right again to walk the famous Limehouse cut all the way back to Limehouse basin. This is a relatively short and easy canal walk but still full of highlights and unique sights: Limehouse station
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The River Lea Walk: East India docks (or Limehouse Basin) to Waltham Cross The Lea valley walk is a long-distance canal walk that follows the river from Luton to the Thames. Luckily it can be divided into shorter sections, such as the 14 miles route across London. Despite being only a small part of the full Lea Valley trek this is still the longest canal walk in London and requires good preparation and physical fitness. Some of the highlights include Lea Bridge, Three Mills, East India Docks, and Waltham Abbey. The London Lea Valley can be divided into five sections, allowing people to only walk part of the hike if necessary. anning Town (or Limehouse)/ C Waltham Cross
Regent’s Canal & Camden Lock Visiting the Regent’s Canal is like stepping into a hidden world. From the colourful collection of narrowboats at Little Venice it runs on through Regent’s Park, where it is overlooked by London Zoo’s vast aviary. In Camden Town, it passes the craft stalls and quirky clothing shops of the famous market, a centre for London’s alternative culture. Camden Market comprises of three unique quarters: the iconic Camden Lock, historic Stables Market, and canal-side Hawley Wharf. Camden Town/Chalk Farm Road
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Sports clubs, gym & leisure facilities There’s a wide choice of gyms around our campus that offer reduced membership fees for students. Some of our student accommodation halls have onsite gym facilities. Anytime Fitness Aldgate Student membership from £45 per month • Open 24/7 – train whenever you like, 365 days a year • High-spec equipment – a wide variety of quality cardio equipment, weights and functional training space • Full timetable of classes – from Dance Fit, Circuit Training and Yoga, to HIIT, Boxing and Xtreme Burn HIIT • Worldwide access – keyfob grants you access to over 175 UK and Ireland clubs, along with 4,500+ worldwide. Fitness First Wapping Membership from £85 per month • Seven-minute walk from Devon House • Fitness facilities including a cardio theatre, spin studio, sauna, freestyle floor, swimming pool, hair salon, beauty rooms, members’ lounge as well as free Wi-Fi.
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• D aily schedule of group exercise classes, including aqua fit, Zumba, yoga, spin, boxing, pilates, Swiss ball, boot camp and Body Pump, personal training sessions are available too. John Orwell Sports Centre
More choice across London Many London universities offer memberships to external students and members of the public, providing access to excellent facilities across the capital.
Membership from £36.60 per month
Team sports in London
• Fully equipped, air-conditioned gym offers a range of fitness equipment, from cardiovascular machines such as treadmills and rowers, to resistance equipment, free weights, dedicated stretching areas and fitness aids such as TRX and Swiss balls.
London offers a host of opportunities to get involved in team sports at every level.
• Studio with a full weekly programme of a range of fitness classes to vary your workout • Newly refurbished outdoor astro turf pitch available for: • quarter pitch 5-a-side hire • half pitch 9-a-side hire • full pitch hockey hire
From football, hockey, and tennis to ultimate frisbee, softball, and tagrugby, you’ll be spoilt for choice, whether you want to take part in friendly knockabouts in London’s beautiful parks, or serious national league competitions.
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Computer Science and Network Science in London Science Museum Kensington, Gloucester Road Thinking Machines: Stories from the History of Computing at the Science Museum explores the evolution of computers. Until the early 20th century, a computer was a person who performed calculations by hand. But key innovations in technology saw machines take on this role—what were they, and who was behind them? In the short history of computers as we know them, these world-changing machines have shrunk dramatically. Meanwhile their processing power only continues to increase, so that most of us now have a powerful computer in our pocket. How did we get here, and what were the key moments that shaped our computerised world? Free entry. www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/ objects-and-stories/thinkingmachines-stories-history-computing Science Museum (Power Up) outh Kensington, S Gloucester Road 160 consoles. Five decades. Game on! Immerse yourself in this handson gaming experience, featuring the very best video games and consoles from the past 50 years. From Pong to Pacman and Minecraft to Mario, there’s something for everyone, whether you’re a retro games fan, a serious gamer or just want to beat your family at Mario Kart. Day pass £10. www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/ see-and-do/power
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Here East is home to a vibrant mix of innovators, visionaries and likeminded locals looking to challenge the status quo.
Discover the incredible achievements of Britain’s World War Two Codebreakers, in the place where it happened.
From software developers to modern dancers, from baristas to electronics engineers, from student architects to data scientists – together, we’re working towards a new way of thinking, a better way of doing, and a seamless path to exciting, collaborative opportunities that change the way we live and work.
Immersive films, interactive displays, museum collections and faithfully recreated WW2 rooms will guide you on a journey to discover the past at Bletchley Park. Exhibitions, set within beautifully restored historic buildings, tell the story of this once top-secret operation. Find out more about the brilliant minds and complex machines that made this vital work possible, and discover the global impact Bletchley Park had on the outcome of WW2.
Here East is located in London’s Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and invites innovators, disruptors, visionaries and like-minded people to share – and participate – in the making of gamechanging innovations. www.hereeast.com The National Museum of Computing Bletchley Railway Station TNMOC is home to the world’s largest collection of working historic computers. Follow the development of computing: from the Turing-Welchman Bombe and Colossus of the 1940s through the large systems and mainframes of the 1950s, 60s and 70s, to the rise of personal computing and the rise of mobile computing and the internet. Entrance fee £7.50. www.tnmoc.org
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Entrance fee £23. www.bletchleypark.org.uk Apple Store Covent Garden Covent Garden The world’s largest Apple shop has opened in London’s Covent Garden. As well as displays of the latest tech products and expert advice, the store runs free creative sessions every day. Join a session to advance your photo skills, take a videoing master class, discover how to create music, or take a first step in coding and apps where you’ll learn to write code or start building your app idea. www.apple.com/uk/retail/ coventgarden
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Economics in London Bank of England Museum Bank, Liverpool Street A museum with various exhibits outlining the role of London in maintaining global economic and financial stability, and its role in the modern global economy. www.bankofengland.co.uk/ museum London Museum Docklands anary Wharf C DLR West India Quay A museum with various exhibits showing the role of the Docklands in helping develop London into the economic powerhouse it is today. Exhibits include “Warehouse of the World”, “Trade Expansion”, and “London, Sugar, and Slavery”. www.londonmuseum.org.uk Marx Walks Piccadilly Circus A group organising walking tours of where Karl Marx lived and worked, including his grave at Highgate Cemetery. www.marxwalks.com London Transport Museum Covent Garden A museum about the role of public transport in London, how it is run and organised, and how it helps to support the city’s local economy and status as a global hub of commerce. Collections include “The Growth of London” and “The Formation of London transport”. www.ltmuseum.co.uk
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English in London Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre
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Today’s Globe Theatre is a reconstruction of the first Globe Theatre in which William Shakespeare worked. Located on the bank of the River Thames in Bankside’s Cultural Quarter, Shakespeare’s Globe welcomes thousands of visitors to experience world renowned productions of Shakespeare, guided tours and workshops, every day. Tours £13.50, performance tickets from £5. www.shakespearesglobe.com The British Museum WC1B 3DG Tottenham Court Road The British Museum is dedicated to human history, art and culture. Its permanent collection of some eight million works is among the largest and most comprehensive in existence, having been widely sourced during the era of the British Empire. www.britishmuseum.org The British Library NW1 2DB King’s Cross, St Pancras, Euston The British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom and the largest national library in the world by number of items catalogued. The British Library’s Reading Rooms are calm, inspiring places to work and access the Library’s collections. Access is free, but you must first get a readers pass. www.bl.uk
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Southbank Centre
The Southbank Centre is the UK’s largest arts centre and one of the UK’s top five visitor attractions, occupying a 17-acre site that sits in the midst of London’s most vibrant cultural quarter on the South Bank of the Thames. The Southbank Centre houses The Royal Festival Hall, Hayward Gallery, Queen Elizabeth Hall, Purcell Room, and National Poetry Library. www.southbankcentre.co.uk London’s West End Theatreland London’s Theatreland offers around 40 venues with the widest selection of world-class theatre shows and performances. From Shakespeare, musicals, plays, comedy theatre, to ballet and opera and comedy stand up. www.london-theatreland.co.uk
48 Doughty Street was the London home of Charles Dickens. This is where the author wrote Oliver Twist, The Pickwick Papers and Nicholas Nickleby. It’s where he first achieved international fame as one of the world’s greatest storytellers. Entry £7.50. www.dickensmuseum.com
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History in London Guildhall Library t Paul’s/Bank (Central, Northern, S Waterloo & City lines) Specialises in London’s history with deep collections on city governance, trade, and local histories. www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/ things-to-do/history-and-heritage/ guildhall-library The London Archives Angel (Northern line) Holds over 72 miles of records, from medieval parish books to modern maps. www.thelondonarchives.org British Library King’s Cross St Pancras The UK’s national library with over 200 million items in its collection. www.bl.uk National Portrait Gallery haring Cross (Northern/ C Bakerloo lines) Portraits of influential women across centuries, from monarchs to modern activists. www.npg.org.uk Victoria & Albert Museum outh Kensington (Piccadilly/ S Circle/District lines) Decorative arts, costume, and artefacts illustrating women’s roles and influence across eras. www.vam.ac.uk Hampton Court Palace Hampton Court (Rail from Waterloo) Explore the lives and power of queens consort in the Tudor and Stuart courts. www.hrp.org.uk/hampton-courtpalace
Science Museum outh Kensington (Piccadilly/ S Circle/District lines) Exhibits on computing history, AI developments, and the technology shaping society. www.sciencemuseum.org.uk The National Archives ew Gardens (District line/ K London Overground) Access declassified material on wartime codebreaking, computing advances, and government policy. www.nationalarchives.gov.uk Black Cultural Archives Brixton (Victoria line) Britain’s only national heritage centre dedicated to collecting, preserving, and celebrating Black history in the UK. https://blackculturalarchives.org London Museum Docklands West India Quay (DLR)
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Exhibits on the transatlantic slave trade, migration, and London’s multicultural history. www.londonmuseum.org.uk
Imperial War Museum Lambeth North (Bakerloo line) Includes exhibitions on global conflicts, colonial histories, and the fight for civil rights. www.iwm.org.uk Natural History Museum outh Kensington (Piccadilly/ S Circle/District lines) Collections and exhibitions that trace climate change, biodiversity, and human–environment interaction through time. www.nhm.ac.uk Kew Gardens Archives ew Gardens (District line/ K London Overground) Explore botanical history, colonial plant exchanges, and the environmental legacy of empire. www.kew.org
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Philosophy & Ethics in London The Mind Association Various The Association provides funding support for 70-80 philosophy conferences annually; offers research funding awards to junior and senior scholars through the Mind Fellowships; and offers an annual Research Studentship award, open to recently awarded or near-completion PhDs. It also co-organises the largest annual philosophical gathering in the UK: The Joint Session of the Mind Association and Aristotelian Society. www.academic.oup.com/mind The Aristotelian Society Various The Aristotelian Society was founded in 1880, and meets fortnightly in London to hear and discuss talks given by leading philosophers. www.aristoteliansociety.org.uk London Aesthetics Forum Goodge Street The London Aesthetics Forum (LAF) is a Forum of the Institute of Philosophy at the University of London’s School of Advanced Study. With lectures on topics in aesthetics and philosophy of art, LAF aims to stimulate philosophical reflection on art. Events are free and open to all. www.londonaestheticsforum.org
The London Philosophy Club Various The London Philosophy Club holds free talks from some of the leading contemporary philosophers, including (recently) Robert Skidelsky, John Gray, Galen Strawson, Angie Hobbs and Stephen Cave. The club organises debates, socials, and a regular reading group. Events are fun, accessible and interactive, and are all guided by the belief that philosophy improves people’s lives and should be open to all.
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Politics & International Relations in London The Palace of Westminster Westminster Both the House of Commons and House of Lords have public viewing galleries and entry is free. Arrive at Cromwell Green entrance, off St Margaret Street, about 2pm and queue for a place. www.parliament.uk/visiting or you can book a tour (entry £21) ukparliament.seetickets.com/ content/ticket-options
Political Events and talks There are always numerous political events and talks taking place in London. Find the latest listings at www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/unitedkingdom--london/political Chatham House Piccadilly Circus A world-leading policy institute marking a century of trusted dialogue, independent analysis and influential ideas. www.chathamhouse.org
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