Christmas Markets
Martin Turner
Your Ultimate Guide To South London Christmas ...

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!

Your Ultimate Guide To South London Christmas Markets 2018
Bars and Pubs, Putney, South London, South West London, Summer
Mollie Farley
5 great Putney beer gardens to check out this ...

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.

5 great Putney beer gardens to check out this Summer
Catford, History, Lewisham
Martin Turner
A Brief History of the Catford Broadway Theatre

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....

A Brief History of the Catford Broadway Theatre
Events, Christmas Markets, South London
Martin Turner
Your Ultimate Guide To Christmas Markets in ...

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!

Your Ultimate Guide To Christmas Markets in South London
South London Bookshops
Martin Turner
7 Independent Bookshops In South London To Get ...

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.

7 Independent Bookshops In South London To Get Lost In

Coffee

, , ,

5 Best Cafés in Clapham

, , ,
5 Best Cafés in Clapham

With the onslaught of pubs now serving hot drinks, and an increasing number of cafés serving alcoholic beverages, the lines between what constitutes a pub and what constitutes a café have become blurred. The stipulation as to what the establishment serves is important – café does derive directly from the French for coffee after all. The best we can to describe a café is to say that you know you’re in a café when you’re in one. Clapham is a natural place for cafés and Clapham Common is a perfect place for people watching, and therefore a perfect place for a cafés. With that in in mind we only thought it right to compile a list of our 5 favourite cafés in Clapham.

, , , ,

7 Best Cafes In Streatham

, , , ,
7 Best Cafes In Streatham

Whether you’re planning to benefit from the wonderful sunshine on the common or you’re looking for a unique place to feast, Streatham is the place to be! It’s one of the most beautiful and distinctive places in London, steeped in history. Why not ponder over a hot beverage and snack at one of Streatham’s Best Seven Cafes?

, , ,

6 Great Independent Coffee Roasters in South London

, , ,
6 Great Independent Coffee Roasters in South London

For the real coffee lovers amongst us, you will know that there is something special about knowing where and how your coffee has been sourced. Supermarkets flirt with cheap mix-blends and eye-catching names for the sake of convenience. However, there is a thriving community of independent roasters in this city, working away to find real quality and supplying many independent coffee shops all over London. We've sourced out 6 of these great companies working in South London, and each is worth trying out if you get the chance!

What Is The South London Club?

A local discount card to support South London's local businesses while saving you money!

We aim to help you discover and explore all that South London has to offer, from hidden gems to the best-kept secrets!

The South London Club Card will take you on a tour of South London that you've never experienced before, showcasing our fantastic local businesses that are the lifeblood of our communities.

With 850+ local businesses to choose from, including gift shops, bike shops, restaurants, and roofers, our pocket-sized card is full of value.

Join us and let's work together to make South London even better.