E8 Area Guide
A locals' guide to E8
Where do E8 locals go?
London Fields Lido
Perfect for a fun day out, especially in the summer, this outdoor pool in Hackney's London Fields is one of London's last remaining lidos. It is open all year round and is, of course, heated. Why not grab lunch from either one of their two cafes after an exciting dip?!Read more
Hackney Walk
The upcoming home for fashion designers. Hackney Walk is a fashion district located within East London. It is a new ultimate luxury shopping experience that consists of many major and luxury designer brands. Hackney Walk is a trendy hub for great urban food, leisure and community activities. It is amazing, as Hackney is such a diverse and energetic area in London!Read more
Broadway Market
Broadway Market is the exact place to go to experience the best of what east London has to offer, with its fantastic range of food stalls, restaurants, shops and pubs! If you go in the summer, be sure to grab a beer and head over to London Fields, where the standard BBQ doesn't exist.Read more
Diddy's
Diddy's, a café by day and bustling bar by night is a cultural hub situated on the corner of Mare Street and beck road. Just a stone throw away from London fields, this bright and light space offers everything from coffee to their signature cocktails at reasonable prices creating an environment where patrons feel valued and where you "can have a night out without feeling like you have spent all your rent money" owned by Diddy herself.Read more
Why not explore the nearby areas of
dalston,
hackney,
de beauvoir town,
bethnal green,
hoxton,
homerton,
newington green,
victoria park,
shoreditch,
and canonbury
Did you know?
"After excavating under his house on Mortimer Road for 40 years up to 20 metres in each direction, William Lyttle or known affectionately as 'Mole Man' was finally taken to court by Hackney Council."
Watch all the big Hollywood blockbusters and arts films at independent Hackney Picturehouse.
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Walking along Great Eastern Street, it is clear to see this area's artistic past and present.
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Full of life and great people, Bethnal Green can confidently lay claim to being the heart of London...
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What locals say about E8
“I love Hackney because it's very multicultural and there's lots of fun things to do, including Victoria Park. ”
Ackelia
“I love Hackney because it is so diverse and a great place to be. It is an amazing feeling to live in Hackney because it is filled with so many different people from all around the world. I love going to Hackney empire to watch shows with my friends, especially comedy shows. I've grown up in Hackney all my life and I've watched it transform into this amazing place I knew it could be. All the buildings, streets and roads bring back so many memories and each place in Hackney has significance to me and that's why I love it. I couldn't wish for another place to be other than Hackney due to its welcoming people, diversity, talent and its beauty. Hackney really is the place to be.”
Awa
“I love the diverse culture in Hackney. Broadway Market is a fantastic place and has some great gastro pubs as well as some lovely restaurants. There are some cracking schools in the area and there are also lots of nice parks, which I love as I am training for a triathlon.”
Jack
“Hackney is a prized jewel in the crown of East London. With its Victorian architecture and ample transport links into the commercial heart of London, busy city workers can commute to Liverpool St in ten minutes yet still happily spend their weekends drinking Artisan coffee on the green expanses of London Fields. It is a true cultural melting pot, in the sense that it has embraced all of the influences borne upon it, as well as within. Music, art and food are central to Hackney’s cultured soul so you cannot spend a day here without falling in love with at least one of them. With a large influx of young, first time buyers in the last five years, as well as the original crowd that have seen drastic changes in the last decade, Hackney has a genuine sense of rejuvenation to it – a borough that has slipped seamlessly from antiquated to vintage and is still ripening in 2015.”
Alex
“The people, sense of community, everything I need is nearby. I just wish it wasn't so expensive - I want to stay here!”
Simone
“A fantastic gentrifying neighbourhood in its own right, Dalston also has great transport and sits between other great areas such as trendy Islington, yummy mummy Stoke Newingtin, leafy London Fields and Shoreditch to the south. The area has a brilliant mix of residents from all social and ethnic backgrounds. Is there more interesting more varied part of London?! I don't think so...we just need a few more decent shops and a Waitrose would be lovely!”
Local resident
“It's a green haven with Millfields park, beautiful Leabridge Nature Reserve, great canal walk to Springfield park and cafe. Fantastic for activities: Running miles around Lea Valley nature reserve, Park run every Saturday morning, riding stables, ice rink, Water Works golf centre, bird sanctuary, rowing club and marina.”
Local resident
“Chatsworth Rd market on Sunday, Venetia's cafe, The creperie, Hop Toy Shop, L'Epicerie, friendly Regal chemists, amazing Punjabi food at the Elderfield Pub on Mon & Sat, Pages bookshop, the Marshes to run on and explore on bike, The icerink & stables... it's interesting and creative people.”
Local resident
“Two stops away from Westfield!”
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“The Olympics!!”
Local resident
“Broadway Market - It has great bars, restaurants, and an amazing farmers market. We also have a 50m heated pool which is sitiuated in London Fields which is a huge green space. It has a community feel and feels like I am on hoiliday every time I go there.”
Ian
Activities near E8
Dylan And The Moon
Fresh from a sold-out Mosaic EP headline show at Old Blue Last, Dylan And The Moon returns for an intimate night at Paper Dress Vintage, London, on July 17th. After creating a huge buzz with emotional music duets between his present and former self (Lots Holloway) this trailblazing trans artist, now Dylan Holloway, is carving out a powerful new space in alt-pop. Mixing raw vocals, soaring melodies, and a lifetime’s worth of storytelling, Dylan’s live sets are something truly special. Expect heartfelt cult-classics, stunning new music, and a night you won't forget. Presented by Paper Dress Vintage. This is an 18+ eventRead more
Lucy Gooch
Lights Out: A Night Of New Dance Music...
LIGHTS OUT..is back this May. A night to celebrate our favourite electronic artsists in and intimate 360 stage setting. EXPECT TO HEAR: Fred again.. Four Tet, Skrillex, Romy, Bicep, Jamie xx, Caribou, Ross From Friends, Peggy Gou, Barry Can't Swim, Overmono, HAAi, Mall Grab, The Blessed Madonna, Disclosure, ATRIP, Swimming Paul, Joy Anonymous, TSHA, and more. Friday 23rd May Oslo, Hackney 23.00-03.30 Presented by DHP FAMILY. This is an 18+ eventRead more
Dj Spoony
One of the founding fathers of UK Garage, DJ Spoony, takes over our booth with high-octane UKG energy this May. Free entry to the terrace + arch 14 Free table reservations via our website Paid tickets required for club access from 10pm Last entry 2am 18+ ID scanner in operation. No ID / no entry. Presented by Night Tales. This is an 18+ event. Bring your ID card with you. ID Scanner in place.Read more
Peel Dream Magazine
Peel Dream Magazine is the nom de plume of New York City-based musician Joe Stevens. A nod to BBC Radio 1 legend John Peel, arbiter of all things underground, Peel Dream Magazine is highly evocative of a certain strain of independent music.Read more
Lou Sanders: No kissing in the bingo hall
A show about being human - can you relate??? Just like Tom Cruise does all his own stunts, I'm going to do all my own jokes! A deep, dumb show for the masses. Star of Dancing On Ice (ITV), champion of Taskmaster (Channel 4), co-host of Mel Giedroyc's Unforgivable (Dave), regular on QI (BBC) and as seen on The Late Late Show with James Corden (CBS) and Would I Lie To You? (BBC)Read more
Danny Howard
Nt's loft presents. an intimate club + terrace space overlooking the East London skyline. Free table reservations available via our website - subject to availability. After a sold out show at Night Tales, Danny Howard takes over the Loft booth for an intimate showcase of his vast & diverse record collection. Important ticket information Ticket time requirements must be adhered to. Late arrival will incur a surcharge at the door for entry. This is not guaranteed and subject to capacity. Presented by Night Tales Loft. This is an 18+ event. Bring your ID card with you. ID Scanner in place.Read more
About E8
E8 is the postcode district in East London incorporating the areas of Hackney Central, Dalston, London Fields. The local authority covering E8 is Hackney. The postcode area does not cover all of east London; the remainder is covered by the RM (Romford) and IG postcode areas.
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