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.
For those of us used to leaving the house several times a week, this new work from home routine can feel quite jarring and unsettling, despite knowing you are protecting yourself and others. It’s important not to push your mental health aside during this difficult time, so here’s some ways you can keep yourself positive and look after your mental health whilst social distancing and working from home.
If you’ve had to made the transition to working from home during this time, it can be difficult to adjust to this new routine. From getting distracted easily, to forgetting to take a break, it’s easy to slip into bad habits, especially when you are feeling stressed. Luckily, we’ve had some experience working from home and we’re ready to share these 9 tips with you to make sure you still have a productive working week!
So you’re stuck at home, all your future plans have been cancelled and you’ve successfully watched almost everything on Netflix! We think there are enough news articles about how stressful and worrying this time is, so we’re here to put on a positive spin! Being confined to your home doesn’t mean you have to be bored and we’re here to give you 17 things you can do at home during social distancing!
We’ve been told to stay at home and practice social distancing, but where does this leave small and independent businesses? During these worrying times, many independent businesses will suffer greatly as the public take the government's advice to stay indoors, but there are still ways we as South Londoners can help these businesses stay on their feet. With jobs and in many cases livelihoods on the line, here’s some ways you can still support your local businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Whether you want to admire some local masterpieces or create your own, Southwark Borough is where budding artists need to be. There’s something special about having the opportunity to see and speak to artists who are showcasing their work, with amateurs feeling inspired with every story and showcase. Discover art galleries, art supply shops and more with an artist’s guide to stunning Southwark Borough!
This week, we had the pleasure of popping into Franzina Trattoria for a spot of Sicilian lunch! Ran by a husband and wife super team Pietro and Stefania, both were very welcoming and eager to show off their passion for bringing traditional food from their homeland to Brixton.
Bridges are an ultimate symbol of connection, whether it’s between people or between North and South London. In this list, we go through some of the most breathtaking bridges that reside in South London, from the Battersea Railway Bridge to more well known names like the Millennium Bridge. So, come along and check out the 11 Breathtaking Bridges of South London!
Next time you’re in Brixton and looking for a fun new cafe, check out KataKata Brixton, the cafe that will become your group’s next hangout spot! Tucked away down Brixton Hill, KataKata is a hidden treasure bursting with colour and quickly becoming a worthy addition to the Brixton art scene. It is an art cafe specialising in vegan and vegetarian food, including galletes and crepes, as well as immune-boosting smoothies and juices.
We’re continuing our tour of South London’s blue plaques, with Merton borough up next! We love being in the know about where the blue plaques are in this borough, believing it enriching to know what famous names and faces have resided in Merton. We will be taking a closer look at Wimbledon and South Norwood this time, and how the history of these two areas have been shaped by the people that have lived there.
