Hampstead Village is a most desirable part of North West London. Residents enjoy a peaceful village setting whilst being just a short journey from Central London. And if you happen to visit on a Saturday, don’t miss out on the opportunity to experience Portobello Road at its liveliest. With live music performances and street performers adding an extra layer of entertainment to an already bustling scene, it’s no wonder that this village has become such an iconic part of London culture. Nestled at the top of a (rather steep) woodland-covered hill, once you puff your way up to the top of One Tree Hill, you are treated to some rather striking views of the city skyline framed by the treeline. It’s too perfect and we love it. Why do the citizens of one of the world’s great capitals want to live in villages? What is an urban village—and do the new ones springing up fit the definition? And how can we ensure that big new London developments work as the kind of village communities where Londoners like to live? Last year Berkeley Homes asked me and colleagues at LSE London to look at these questions. The report of that research–New London Villages: Creating community—was released on 22 July.

The market stalls are filled with treasures waiting to be discovered. Whether you’re looking for vintage clothing or one-of-a-kind souvenirs, there’s something here for everyone. And when hunger strikes, you won’t be disappointed by the variety of international cuisine on offer – from Mexican tacos to Middle Eastern falafel.We’re NOT sorry about it. Not one jot. If we have to keep carping on about St Dunstan in the East until our last breaths before you guys listen to us and go, well, that’s a burden we are willing to carry. Situated on the 15th floor of 10 Fenchurch Avenue, the Garden is a quiet oasis of peace in the otherwise busy city.

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From sitting canal side at the Summer House or overlooking the water whilst having drinks at the Waterway bar, there is no shortage of boutique restaurants and cafes in Little Venice. Districts of London" and "List of districts of London" redirect here. For the local authority districts in London, see London boroughs and List of London boroughs. minutes by train from Waterloo (or Victoria) to Dorking, followed by a 25-minute bus ride on the 32 directly to Shere. At any given time, you’re all but guaranteed to see at least a few new pieces in the making and there are opportunities aplenty to gawp at the sheer talent displayed by many of these artists. former manors, where the last extent of these has been carved up into consistent zones, "schemes" of one or more housing, or another type of development. In various parts of the city, their identities may be: forgotten, fading, partly reviving, or well-preserved such as in business/green/retail parks or conservation areas. In most cases, the central manor house area, the demesne of the manor has kept a named identity or replaced by an eponymous street name.

Not far from the centre of the village is Hampstead Heath which feels like you are stepping into the countryside with woods stretching for acres and acres. For those seeking relaxation, there’s no better spot than the charming café inside Dulwich Park. You can enjoy delicious refreshments while basking in the tranquil ambience of this idyllic setting.It is an area that has appealed greatly to families over the last 10 years or so, seeing its popularity grow. From narrow cobblestone streets to incredible Victorian and Georgian architecture… Welcome to the most beautiful villages inside London! Mayfair might feel like an unlikely place to discover London’s secrets. After all, anyone who has ever heard of The Ritz and Green Park knows that Mayfair’s all about the old-school spenny glamour. The sister of Elephant & Castle’s Mercato Metropolitano opened in the beautiful setting of a converted church that makes quiet the setting for lunch. That said the venue still doesn’t garner as much attention as the E&C location does. One of the highlights of this village is Barnes Common, a sprawling green space where nature lovers can relax amidst lush greenery. The common also serves as a community hub for events such as fairs and picnics.

Serving decadent drinks with live jazz in a fin-de-siecle interior, Oriole is everything you want from a secret bar in London– hush hush, fancy and not afraid to shake up some adventurous tipples. We hope you have even a smidgen as much fun exploring these as we did! There’s so much to see in this city that you can’t help but get a little too excited when you find a new spot you’ve never heard of. But what really sets this village apart is its sense of community spirit. Locals gather here every week to catch up with friends over coffee or indulge in a leisurely brunch. It’s easy to see why Broadway Market has become such an integral part of East London’s vibrant culture. Rumour even has it that Cecil Court provided the inspiration for Diagon Alley in J.K Rowling’s Harry Potter books (though others will argue until they’re blue in the face that the title should go to nearby Goodwin’s Court instead).

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