Gillespie Park
ADDRESS
191 Drayton Park, N5 1PH
TELEPHONE
020 7354 5162
OPENING TIMES
Weekdays 8am-dusk, Weekends 10am-4pm | Usually closed when Arsenal are playing at home
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Not what you'd expect to find in the heart of urban Islington, Gillespie Park supports a remarkable diversity of habitats and species and houses a small Ecology Centre. The original park consists of created habitats, including a pond, woodland and grassland. Part of the grassland is a former rail sidings which contains many interesting species. Several plants that are very rare in central London live here including wild orchids. The park also supports a surprising diversity of birds and invertebrates given its location. It has twice made headlines for unusual finds; first for the 1987 discovery of a rare hybrid grass and more recently in 1990 for the first recorded breeding of the long-tailed blue butterfly in the UK. The park's state-of-the-art visitor and education centre is a renowned example of sustainable architecture and Gillespie Park was awarded a Green Flag for 2006/7.NB: The park is usually closed when Arsenal are playing at home.
Photo: The Civic Trust | London Borough of Islington
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The Fairway Hotel
London > Hotels > Budget Chain Hotel Double Room - Ensuites: 67% off from £54
13-15 Argyle Street, WC1H | 2.1 miles from Gillespie Park
This budget hotel, centrally located just two minutes from King's Cross Tube and train station, will suit travellers looking for affordable but clean accommodation. The thirty ...More
London > Hotels > Budget Chain Hotel Double Room - Ensuites: 67% off from £54
13-15 Argyle Street, WC1H | 2.1 miles from Gillespie Park
This budget hotel, centrally located just two minutes from King's Cross Tube and train station, will suit travellers looking for affordable but clean accommodation. The thirty ...More
Holiday Inn Camden Lock
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double/Twin Rooms: 76% off from £96
30 Jamestown Road London, NW1 | 2.1 miles from Gillespie Park
Housed in an exciting modernist 'white box' building, and with some of London's maddest and most entertaining shopping and nightlife on the doorstep, the Holiday Inn ...More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double/Twin Rooms: 76% off from £96
30 Jamestown Road London, NW1 | 2.1 miles from Gillespie Park
Housed in an exciting modernist 'white box' building, and with some of London's maddest and most entertaining shopping and nightlife on the doorstep, the Holiday Inn ...More
Hilton Islington
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Deluxe Double Rooms: 81% off from £101
53 Upper Street, N10UY | 35 minutes from Gillespie Park
The Business Design Centre next door is the obvious attraction for many of the guests at this smart, efficient Hilton Hotel, but Islington's excellent restaurants and ...More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Deluxe Double Rooms: 81% off from £101
53 Upper Street, N10UY | 35 minutes from Gillespie Park
The Business Design Centre next door is the obvious attraction for many of the guests at this smart, efficient Hilton Hotel, but Islington's excellent restaurants and ...More
Clissold Park
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Greenway Close, N4 | 20 minutes from Gillespie Park
A pretty, local park, Clissold is more than worth a visit if you're in the north London area. Free from the crowds that often seep into ...More
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Greenway Close, N4 | 20 minutes from Gillespie Park
A pretty, local park, Clissold is more than worth a visit if you're in the north London area. Free from the crowds that often seep into ...More
Abney Park Cemetery & Nature Reserve
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Stoke Newington High Street, N16 | 33 minutes from Gillespie Park
Non-denominational cemetery, arboretum and nature reserve. Hidden away in the north-east corner of London, lies this highly influential, pioneering and yet relatively unknown beauty spot. Part nature ...More
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Stoke Newington High Street, N16 | 33 minutes from Gillespie Park
Non-denominational cemetery, arboretum and nature reserve. Hidden away in the north-east corner of London, lies this highly influential, pioneering and yet relatively unknown beauty spot. Part nature ...More
Parliament Hill
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Highgate Road, NW5 | 35 minutes from Gillespie Park
Originally a point of defense for troops loyal to parliament during the English Civil War, Parliament Hill (previously known as Traitor's Hill) is now a favoured ...More
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Highgate Road, NW5 | 35 minutes from Gillespie Park
Originally a point of defense for troops loyal to parliament during the English Civil War, Parliament Hill (previously known as Traitor's Hill) is now a favoured ...More
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Leisure near Gillespie Park
Gillespie Park gyms, sporting activities, health & beauty and fitness.
Emirates Stadium: Arsenal FC
London > Leisure > Sports Facilities
75 Drayton Park, N5 | 5 minutes from Gillespie Park
After a century at nearby Highbury, Arsenal FC moved to the state-of-the-art Emirates Stadium in 2006. The 60,365-capacity stadium - originally called Ashburton Grove before a ...More
London > Leisure > Sports Facilities
75 Drayton Park, N5 | 5 minutes from Gillespie Park
After a century at nearby Highbury, Arsenal FC moved to the state-of-the-art Emirates Stadium in 2006. The 60,365-capacity stadium - originally called Ashburton Grove before a ...More
Rowans Tenpin Bowl
London > Leisure > Games
10 Stroud Green Road, N4 | 12 minutes from Gillespie Park
If you fancy showing off your Ten-Pin Bowling skills, slip on those special shoes and slide on down to Rowans Bowl in the heart of Finsbury ...More
London > Leisure > Games
10 Stroud Green Road, N4 | 12 minutes from Gillespie Park
If you fancy showing off your Ten-Pin Bowling skills, slip on those special shoes and slide on down to Rowans Bowl in the heart of Finsbury ...More
Caroline Pick Yoga
London > Leisure > Fitness
131 Brecknock Road, N19 | 29 minutes from Gillespie Park
Yoga from within from one of the UK's foremost practitioners. Caroline Pick uses yoga to exercise the body as an extension of the mind, and her ...More
London > Leisure > Fitness
131 Brecknock Road, N19 | 29 minutes from Gillespie Park
Yoga from within from one of the UK's foremost practitioners. Caroline Pick uses yoga to exercise the body as an extension of the mind, and her ...More
Dick Venom And The Terror Tones, Ivan And The Wolves, By Starlight
London > Events > Concerts Dates: Friday 24th February 2012 - 6pm
The Silver Bullet, 5 Station Place, N4 | 11 minutes from Gillespie Park
Pop-rock and rockabilly by the Nottingham-based band....More
London > Events > Concerts Dates: Friday 24th February 2012 - 6pm
The Silver Bullet, 5 Station Place, N4 | 11 minutes from Gillespie Park
Pop-rock and rockabilly by the Nottingham-based band....More
Bang
London > Events > Clubbing and Nightlife Dates: 1st Mar, 8th Mar, 15th Mar, 22nd Mar and 29th Mar 2012 - 10.30pm-2.30am
The Silver Bullet, 5 Station Place, N4 | 11 minutes from Gillespie Park
DJs spin rock, indie, pop, dubstep, hip hop and electro....More
London > Events > Clubbing and Nightlife Dates: 1st Mar, 8th Mar, 15th Mar, 22nd Mar and 29th Mar 2012 - 10.30pm-2.30am
The Silver Bullet, 5 Station Place, N4 | 11 minutes from Gillespie Park
DJs spin rock, indie, pop, dubstep, hip hop and electro....More
Swing Patrol
London > Events > Sporting Events Dates: 6th Mar, 13th Mar, 20th Mar and 27th Mar 2012 - 7.30pm
The Silver Bullet, 5 Station Place, N4 | 11 minutes from Gillespie Park
Swing dance classes....More
London > Events > Sporting Events Dates: 6th Mar, 13th Mar, 20th Mar and 27th Mar 2012 - 7.30pm
The Silver Bullet, 5 Station Place, N4 | 11 minutes from Gillespie Park
Swing dance classes....More
Hen & Chickens Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
109 St Paul's Road, N1 | 20 minutes from Gillespie Park
A wonderful night out on London's thriving fringe scene can be had at the Hen and Chickens Theatre, which sits above the cosy, candlelit pub that shares ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
109 St Paul's Road, N1 | 20 minutes from Gillespie Park
A wonderful night out on London's thriving fringe scene can be had at the Hen and Chickens Theatre, which sits above the cosy, candlelit pub that shares ...More
The Little Angel Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
14 Dagmar Passage, Islington, London N1 | 31 minutes from Gillespie Park
The Little Angel Theatre was founded by John Wright in 1961 in a derelict temperance hall in Islington. Every type of puppet is used, and themes, ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
14 Dagmar Passage, Islington, London N1 | 31 minutes from Gillespie Park
The Little Angel Theatre was founded by John Wright in 1961 in a derelict temperance hall in Islington. Every type of puppet is used, and themes, ...More
The King's Head
London > Entertainment > Theatres
115 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 | 33 minutes from Gillespie Park
London's original pub theatre is located in the back room at the The King's Head. It was founded in 1970 by the pub's owner, Dan Crawford, ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
115 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 | 33 minutes from Gillespie Park
London's original pub theatre is located in the back room at the The King's Head. It was founded in 1970 by the pub's owner, Dan Crawford, ...More
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Sights and Attractions near Gillespie Park
The best museums, galleries, attractions near Gillespie Park
London International Gallery of Children's Art
London > Attractions > Attractions for Kids
Waterlow Park Centre, Dartmouth Park Hill, N19 | 1.7 miles from Gillespie Park
This fascinating gallery displays exhibitions of children's art from every corner of the world, including artwork by local youngsters. Moving from their original home, a small ...More
London > Attractions > Attractions for Kids
Waterlow Park Centre, Dartmouth Park Hill, N19 | 1.7 miles from Gillespie Park
This fascinating gallery displays exhibitions of children's art from every corner of the world, including artwork by local youngsters. Moving from their original home, a small ...More
Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
39a Canonbury Square, N1 | 24 minutes from Gillespie Park
You'll find a spectacular collection of paintings and sculpture by 20th century Italian artists at the Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art, with a core of ...More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
39a Canonbury Square, N1 | 24 minutes from Gillespie Park
You'll find a spectacular collection of paintings and sculpture by 20th century Italian artists at the Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art, with a core of ...More
The Little Angel Theatre
London > Attractions > Activities for Kids
14 Dagmar Passage, Cross Street, Islington, Islington, London N1 | 31 minutes from Gillespie Park
This innovative children's theatre provides a showcase for the art of puppetry. Founded by master puppeteer John Wilkes in the early 1960s, this small, unusual theatre ...More
London > Attractions > Activities for Kids
14 Dagmar Passage, Cross Street, Islington, Islington, London N1 | 31 minutes from Gillespie Park
This innovative children's theatre provides a showcase for the art of puppetry. Founded by master puppeteer John Wilkes in the early 1960s, this small, unusual theatre ...More
La Fromagerie
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
30 Highbury Park, N5 | 11 minutes from Gillespie Park
Consistently recognised and awarded for being a very special place to indulge your cheese addiction, La Fromagerie is one of the best cheese shops in London ...More
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
30 Highbury Park, N5 | 11 minutes from Gillespie Park
Consistently recognised and awarded for being a very special place to indulge your cheese addiction, La Fromagerie is one of the best cheese shops in London ...More
New Beacon Books
London > Shopping > Books
76 Stroud Green Road, N4 | 17 minutes from Gillespie Park
Founded in 1966 as a publishing house, New Beacon Books was named after the 'The Beacon' magazine, a cultural publication from 1930s Trinidad which gives some ...More
London > Shopping > Books
76 Stroud Green Road, N4 | 17 minutes from Gillespie Park
Founded in 1966 as a publishing house, New Beacon Books was named after the 'The Beacon' magazine, a cultural publication from 1930s Trinidad which gives some ...More
The Peanut Vendor
London > Shopping > House and Garden
133 Newington Green Road, N1 | 24 minutes from Gillespie Park
The Peanut Vendors are Barny and Becky who scour bric-a-brac stalls, markets and auctions so you don't have to. Stylish furniture and accessories for the home ...More
London > Shopping > House and Garden
133 Newington Green Road, N1 | 24 minutes from Gillespie Park
The Peanut Vendors are Barny and Becky who scour bric-a-brac stalls, markets and auctions so you don't have to. Stylish furniture and accessories for the home ...More
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Restaurants near Gillespie Park
What are the best dining options near Gillespie Park London?
Il Bacio
London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
178 - 184 Blackstock Road, N5 | 9 minutes from Gillespie Park
Il Bacio brings a small slice of Sardinia to North London's Highbury. The family who run this cheerful relaxed restaurant want their customers to feel the ...More
London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
178 - 184 Blackstock Road, N5 | 9 minutes from Gillespie Park
Il Bacio brings a small slice of Sardinia to North London's Highbury. The family who run this cheerful relaxed restaurant want their customers to feel the ...More
San Daniele del Friuli
London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
72 Highbury Park, N5 | 9 minutes from Gillespie Park
Italian cuisine ...More
London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
72 Highbury Park, N5 | 9 minutes from Gillespie Park
Italian cuisine ...More
Au Lac
London > Restaurants > South East Asian restaurants
82 Highbury Park, N5 | 9 minutes from Gillespie Park
Vietnamese cuisine. ...More
London > Restaurants > South East Asian restaurants
82 Highbury Park, N5 | 9 minutes from Gillespie Park
Vietnamese cuisine. ...More
Connexions Careers Centre
London > Education > Careers Services
27B Dalston Lane, E8 | 1.7 miles from Gillespie Park
Connexions is a countrywide information and advisory service for 13-19 year olds and people with special learning needs or disabilities under 25. They offer an array ...More
London > Education > Careers Services
27B Dalston Lane, E8 | 1.7 miles from Gillespie Park
Connexions is a countrywide information and advisory service for 13-19 year olds and people with special learning needs or disabilities under 25. They offer an array ...More
Ecole de Mime Corporel Dramatique
London > Education > Evening Classes
Unit 207, Belgravia Workshop, 157-163 Marlborough Road, N19 | 20 minutes from Gillespie Park
Only the French could come up with an art form so bizarrely fascinating. Mime is as relaxing as Tai Chi, as healthy as yoga, and as ...More
London > Education > Evening Classes
Unit 207, Belgravia Workshop, 157-163 Marlborough Road, N19 | 20 minutes from Gillespie Park
Only the French could come up with an art form so bizarrely fascinating. Mime is as relaxing as Tai Chi, as healthy as yoga, and as ...More
The Make Lounge
London > Education > Evening Classes
49-51 Barnsbury Street, Islington, London N1 | 28 minutes from Gillespie Park
The Make Lounge runs craft workshops where you can learn how to sew, decorate, stick and cook in a relaxed and friendly setting. With 'make do ...More
London > Education > Evening Classes
49-51 Barnsbury Street, Islington, London N1 | 28 minutes from Gillespie Park
The Make Lounge runs craft workshops where you can learn how to sew, decorate, stick and cook in a relaxed and friendly setting. With 'make do ...More
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Leisure near Gillespie Park
Gillespie Park gyms, sporting activities, health & beauty and fitness.
Emirates Stadium: Arsenal FC
London > Leisure > Sports Facilities
75 Drayton Park, N5 | 5 minutes from Gillespie Park
After a century at nearby Highbury, Arsenal FC moved to the state-of-the-art Emirates Stadium in 2006. The 60,365-capacity stadium - originally called Ashburton Grove before a ...More
London > Leisure > Sports Facilities
75 Drayton Park, N5 | 5 minutes from Gillespie Park
After a century at nearby Highbury, Arsenal FC moved to the state-of-the-art Emirates Stadium in 2006. The 60,365-capacity stadium - originally called Ashburton Grove before a ...More
Rowans Tenpin Bowl
London > Leisure > Games
10 Stroud Green Road, N4 | 12 minutes from Gillespie Park
If you fancy showing off your Ten-Pin Bowling skills, slip on those special shoes and slide on down to Rowans Bowl in the heart of Finsbury ...More
London > Leisure > Games
10 Stroud Green Road, N4 | 12 minutes from Gillespie Park
If you fancy showing off your Ten-Pin Bowling skills, slip on those special shoes and slide on down to Rowans Bowl in the heart of Finsbury ...More
Clissold Park
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Greenway Close, N4 | 20 minutes from Gillespie Park
A pretty, local park, Clissold is more than worth a visit if you're in the north London area. Free from the crowds that often seep into ...More
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Greenway Close, N4 | 20 minutes from Gillespie Park
A pretty, local park, Clissold is more than worth a visit if you're in the north London area. Free from the crowds that often seep into ...More
Swimmer at the Grafton Arms
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
13 Eburne Road, N7 | 13 minutes from Gillespie Park
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London > Restaurants > Gastropub
13 Eburne Road, N7 | 13 minutes from Gillespie Park
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The Duchess of Kent
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
441 Liverpool Road, N7 | 20 minutes from Gillespie Park
A well-stocked games cupboard, good gastropub food, a couple of open fires for warming up on chilly evenings, a number of outdoor benches for chilling out ...More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
441 Liverpool Road, N7 | 20 minutes from Gillespie Park
A well-stocked games cupboard, good gastropub food, a couple of open fires for warming up on chilly evenings, a number of outdoor benches for chilling out ...More
The Old Dairy
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
1-3 Crouch Hill, N4 | 23 minutes from Gillespie Park
Located in an area popular with actors and musicians – David Gray bought Dave Stewart's nearby recording studio - The Old Dairy stands on the site ...More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
1-3 Crouch Hill, N4 | 23 minutes from Gillespie Park
Located in an area popular with actors and musicians – David Gray bought Dave Stewart's nearby recording studio - The Old Dairy stands on the site ...More
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Nightlife near Gillespie Park
Gillespie Park clubs, bars, cabaret nights, casinos and interesting nightlife.
EGG
London > Nightlife > Nightclubs
200 York Way, King's Cross, London N7 | 31 minutes from Gillespie Park
The fabulous Egg nightclub was well prepared for the smoking ban, with a fantastic garden and terrace which make it London's finest summer clubbing spot. There ...More
London > Nightlife > Nightclubs
200 York Way, King's Cross, London N7 | 31 minutes from Gillespie Park
The fabulous Egg nightclub was well prepared for the smoking ban, with a fantastic garden and terrace which make it London's finest summer clubbing spot. There ...More
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Meeting venue hire near Gillespie Park
Where to have your meeting, conference, exhibition, private dining or training course near Gillespie Park.
Union Chapel
London > Business > Venue Hire
The Vestry, Union Chapel, Compton Avenue, N1 | 24 minutes from Gillespie Park
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London > Business > Venue Hire
The Vestry, Union Chapel, Compton Avenue, N1 | 24 minutes from Gillespie Park
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Little Angel Theatre
London > Business > Venue Hire
14 Dagmar Passage off Cross Street, Islington, Islington, London N1 | 31 minutes from Gillespie Park
A teeny, tiny and wonderful puppet theatre located in a hidden side road backing onto a green church yard ideal for spontaneous picnics with goodies from ...More
London > Business > Venue Hire
14 Dagmar Passage off Cross Street, Islington, Islington, London N1 | 31 minutes from Gillespie Park
A teeny, tiny and wonderful puppet theatre located in a hidden side road backing onto a green church yard ideal for spontaneous picnics with goodies from ...More
Business Design Centre
London > Business > Venue Hire
52 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 | 36 minutes from Gillespie Park
Exhibitors love this venue and it's easy to see why. The Business Design Centre in Islington is in a great location just one mile from The ...More
London > Business > Venue Hire
52 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 | 36 minutes from Gillespie Park
Exhibitors love this venue and it's easy to see why. The Business Design Centre in Islington is in a great location just one mile from The ...More
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What's On Today Near Gillespie Park Jazz Jam With Bukky Leo Concerts | Until 28th February 2012 The Silver Bullet 11 minutes walk from Gillespie Park Featuring the Nigerian born saxophonist....More Swing Patrol Sporting Events | Until 28th February 2012 The Silver Bullet 11 minutes walk from Gillespie Park Swing dance classes....More Set Your Sails Music | On 14th February 2012 Nambucca 17 minutes walk from Gillespie Park The Portsmouth-based four-piece plays melodic hardcore....More Jedi Mind Tricks, Caxton Press, Rhyme Asylum Concerts | On 14th February 2012 Relentless Garage 19 minutes walk from Gillespie Park Hip hop from the American outfit....More Damn Vandals Concerts | On 14th February 2012 Buffalo Bar 21 minutes walk from Gillespie Park Alt rock from the London-based four-piece....More Reading Group Exhibitions | Until 28th February 2012 Stoke Newington Library Gallery 25 minutes walk from Gillespie Park Book club....More Abney Tigers Karate Club Sporting Events | Until 28th February 2012 Abney Hall 1.27 miles from Gillespie Park ...More The House Of Bernarda Alba Theatre | Until 10th March 2012 Almeida Theatre 1.3 miles from Gillespie Park Bijan Sheibani directs Emily Mann's version of Federico Garcia Lorca's drama, which she relocates to Iran. Shohreh Aghdashloo plays the ...More Craft your own Valentine Seasonal | On 14th February 2012 The Hideaway 1.32 miles from Gillespie Park Come worship the God of love with a pair of scissors and some sticky back plastic at the Craft Guerilla's ...More La Fanciulla Del West (Or West End Girl) Concerts | Until 3rd March 2012 The King's Head 1.4 miles from Gillespie Park Robert Chevara directs a modern interpretation of Puccini's classic, revolving around the criminal underworld of Soho....More 
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