For us, none other than the amazing tradition of Christmas markets is what gets us in the Christmas spirit, and so we have gathered some of the fantastic Christmas markets in South London that are definitely worth checking out in your local area this year!
As the sun finally begins to show its face, we’re bringing you a list of the best spots to don your sunnies, slap on the suncream and settle in for an afternoon of cold ones in the London sunshine. From riverside sundowners to boozy lunches on the terrace, Putney’s got an exciting little assortment of al fresco possibilities and we’ve rounded them up just in time for the Bank Holiday.
With the gradual, yet steady closing-down of local cinemas and theatres that has been happening in Britain for decades, we thought it a good idea to use our platform to pay homage to one of the oldest theatres in South London that has survived this unfortunate decline in entertainment venues, and continues to showcase cutting edge theatre and events to this day....
Season's greetings! There is no better way of getting into the Christmas spirit than by attending your local christmas markets. Wrap up warm with the family or a few friends, stroll down to your local market and enjoy the rich warming smells of mulled wine and mince pies, whilst trying to remember the lyrics to your favourite carols. We've got the round-up; check out where your local market is happening and make sure you're there!
Run your fingers along their spines, cast your eyes up and down the shelves, flick through the pages and sit cross legged on the floor engrossed in the words resting in your lap. Escape the dull, uniform, needlessly clean chain bookshops that are a stalwart part of any high street or soulless shopping centre. South London has its fair share of independent bookshops where hidden treasures can be found, prices are right and the shelves hold countless stories to lose yourself in.
As we enter the Autumn season, it’s time for self-care! Whether you want to try a new supplement or a new candle scent, this list has everything you need to treat yourself this September as the weather cools down as things get cozier. Here’s 13 of our favourite health and wellbeing shops to support in South London!
You may not know that there a dozens of small changes you can make to your daily life that are better for the environment. Shops that are cutting out single-use plastics in favour of encouraging customers to bring their own containers to fill up with goods means less products are going to landfill! Find out how you can make your lifestyle more sustainable with these zero-waste and sustainable shops in South London!
Whether you’re a committed vegan or just enjoy meat-free Mondays, Lambeth borough can be a fantastic places to discover hidden gems that serve the most delicious and natural plant-based food. Even if you’re not vegan, trying food from these places can be a great healthy eating solution. This blog will take you through 7 of the best places to grab vegan food in Lambeth!
Right. So. Summer. It’s here, and so is the tidal wave of get-fit-quick schemes, the phrase ‘beach body’ is being batted around endlessly and sometimes when the sunny days roll around you can feel more like you’re in a pressure cooker than an island paradise. Well, we’re not here for that...
However, no one can deny that shrugging off that winter hibernation can be a bit of a struggle and you might be looking for constructive ways to charge all that new energy you’ve got from the longer days and the warmer temperatures. So we’ve done a round-up of all the new and exciting ways to get active right now in Battersea. There’s plenty of exciting stuff going on, whether you’re looking to mellow out, limber up or shed a few unwanted pounds in a way that is sustainable and keeps you sane. So have a little scroll and give a couple a go because it really will feel worth it, even if it’s just to hit the fancy showers at the end...
So, you’ve bought the gym membership, the results should come in time, right? Not always. Most of the time gyms are so daunting you end up wandering around looking at the scary contraptions and deciding on attempting some crunches in the corner, which you realise you could have done at home anyway. For the best results and a kickstart on your fitness goals, getting a personal trainer the first step to the new you. No longer exclusive to the rich and famous, personal trainers are for everyone who’s trying to shape up. We’ve narrowed down a list of our favourite personal trainers in South London, so you can choose one that is local and appeals to you.
Contrary to popular belief, Juices and Smoothies are for everyone. Not just health fanatics. And no, they don’t all taste like grass. Truth is, whether you’re a fitness bunny who juices post-workout or you’re a party animal who needs to shake off the night before with some quick nutrients, they’re super convenient and tasty. And they aren’t just for Bondi Beach Instagrammers, you can find some fantastic ones right here in South London. Who knows, if summer in London ever arrives, you might even be able to enjoy them in the sun. Okay, so you might have to compromise on that, but you won’t have to compromise on taste.
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