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.
There are likely hundreds of actors in South London who are looking to make it and most reside in some of the most beautiful independent theatres South of the river. Visiting an independent theatre is a fantastic way to show your support for these budding actors and see an inspiring performance without paying West End prices. So, here’s our 21 favourite independent theatres to see the incredible talent of South London!
Grab your closest friends and hit the town tonight! Battersea is a fantastic entertainment hub full of some of the best independent bars in South London. Whether you’re looking to unwind with your favourite drink or want to put on your dancing shoes and boogie, here’s 7 best Battersea bars to dance the night away!
Enter the new roaring 20’s in style this year in South London! We’re here to give you all the best and most anticipated events for a New Year’s Eve night to remember. Whether you’re looking for special events hosted by your favourite local pub or an exclusive night of entertainment to symbolise a new you, here’s your ultimate guide to celebrating New Year’s Eve in South London 2019!
Treat your sweet tooth next time you’re in Lewisham, whether you fancy a moist cake or chocolate delights. Lewisham Borough has lots of options when it comes to desserts and with Cake Day on the horizon on the 26th November, here’s 6 scrumptious sweet treats you can find and fall in love with in Lewisham Borough!
December can mean so much more than Christmas; it’s a time to get cosy in the colder weather and spend it with loved ones. In this list, we have selected fun things to do around this Christmas season in Catford, especially with the school holidays looming and children to entertain! So, here’s 6 different things you can do in Catford in December 2019!
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!
Tooting is home to two incredible food markets where you can discover some of the tastiest street food spots in South West London. Whether you’re looking for a good time on a weekend, or want to try out some new foods and support a local business at the same time, we’ve given you the lowdown on our favourite street food spots in Tooting!
