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.
Staying at home has had us trying many new skills we didn’t have the time to try before. Perhaps you’ve taken up cooking or even knitting? South London is jam packed with exciting and delicious vegan eateries, whether you eat a plant-based diet or are looking to try a new dish as we venture out again or order delivery to give yourself the night off. So, check out these 13 nutritious vegan eateries in South London!
One of the easiest ways you can support your local businesses right now and still be safe at home is to order from independent restaurants. Not only can you give yourself a night off from cooking, but you would have supported a hard working business that truly values every order they receive. Whether it’s tapas you fancy to celebrate the weekend or a juicy burger to make evenings tastier, here’s 7 mouth-watering restaurants in Wandsworth Borough now delivering!
It’s important now more than ever to show your local independent businesses some love during lockdown to make sure they don’t suffer during this pandemic. We’ve compiled a list of our favourite independent bookshops you can support and find an incredible read to snuggle up with at home! If you don’t see your favourite indie bookshop on this list and still want to support them, we’d recommend using Hive as a small percentage of their book sales goes straight to indie bookshops.
We’ve been told to stay at home and practice social distancing, but where does this leave small and independent businesses? During these worrying times, many independent businesses will suffer greatly as the public take the government's advice to stay indoors, but there are still ways we as South Londoners can help these businesses stay on their feet. With jobs and in many cases livelihoods on the line, here’s some ways you can still support your local businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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