Handbag Cafe

 
 
ADDRESS
8 Crescent Road, Alexandra Palace, N22 7RS 
 
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The Handbag Cafe sells original funky retro handbags from 1950s onwards and a selection of handmade cards and small gifts. If handbags aren't your passion come and sample a cappuccino, carrot cake or a delicious sandwiches made using freshly baked French or Italian bread. Eat inside or outside in the lovely garden or take away.

 
Underground Stations

Underground Stations

 
Bounds Green Tube Station
 
10 minutes walk
 
Wood Green Tube Station
 
13 minutes walk
 
Railway Stations

Railway Stations

 
 
Hornsey Railway Station
 
20 minutes walk
 
 

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