Islington is traditionally a mecca for the cream of London’s liberal, journalists, writers and artists. This vibrant borough boasts a thriving fringe theatre scene, a wealth of fantastic restaurants and vibrant nightlife.
Islington is the best place to buy antiques in London. Spend an afternoon browsing the specialist shops and boutiques in the renowned Camden Passage Antiques Gallery. Continue your journey of discovery through elegant Georgian squares, along peaceful Regent's Canal and through historic Clerkenwell. Football fans will be unable to leave the borough without a trip to the world famous Arsenal football ground.
Paul A Young Fine Chocolates
33 Camden Passage, Islington, N1 8EA
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
Before he was a full-time chocolatier, Paul Young was pastry chef for Marco Pierre... More
Butlers
Various branches
With all those last-minute jobs (Auntie Mabel's present, stocking fillers for the kids, oh, and the turkey) it's easy to forget about making your... More
The Christmas Forest
Richmond, Putney, Islington, Stoke Newington, Dulwich, Kensal Green, Ealing
1st - 24th December 2009
Offering an urban forest on seven farm-style sites around London, the... More
Sadler's Wells
Venue:
In 1685 Sadler’s Wells was briefly London’s most fashionable spot for taking a water cure, whilst being entertained by theatrical and musical performers. Since... More
Camden - London's cultural quarter - is bursting with vibrancy and contrasts for those who love both the traditional and the contemporary. One of London’s ... More
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 ... More
The decor when you walk into reception is fresh and modern and this first impression extends throughout the hotel to the bedrooms, bar and restaurant. ... More
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 ... More
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 ... More
This interior designer's delight opened in 1996, specialising in items that add a touch of city living chic to the home. Vintage and contemporary furniture ...More
This design-orientated lifestyle store offers a wide range to choose from. From fashion, to homeware, to cosmetics, it’s all here. Pick up a pastel-coloured pebble ... More
La Piragua is revered by Islington locals for excellent steaks, great prices and friendly, personal service. The menu is classic and simple, featuring dishes from ...More
This southern Mediterranean restaurant and deli has become a cast-iron favourite with Islington's socialites, who love the all-white decor, the sharing tables and the exotic ... More
City Academy is a performing arts schools which runs evening and weekend dancing, singing, acting and modelling classes with top professionals from theatre, film, television ...More
A gorgeous antique interior, a delicious menu and some top DJs at weekends. The Old Queen’s Head opened with a fantastic recipe for success in ... More
This refurbished pub / bar has been highly recommended by a number of readers, and we found it very pleasant. The interior is absolutely standard, ...More
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Islington is traditionally a mecca for the cream of London’s liberal, journalists, writers and artists. This vibrant borough boasts a thriving fringe theatre scene, a wealth of fantastic restaurants and vibrant nightlife.
