Hackney Area Guide
A locals' guide to Hackney
Where do Hackney locals go?
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
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
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
Why not explore the nearby areas of
homerton,
dalston,
clapton,
victoria park,
bethnal green,
de beauvoir town,
newington green,
stoke newington,
hoxton,
and canonbury
Did you know?
"'Pig swinging' became a popular sport in the 1700s after it was invented when pigs were walked from London Fields to Smithfield Market. It involved greasing their tails, swinging them round their heads and hurling them to see who could throw them the furthest."
The takeover of the Overground at Hackney Central has been fantastic for the local area - there's proposals for Crossrail 2 at this station too!
Alexandra Lega
Hackney Walk is the ultimate luxury shopping experience in East London.
Michal Bocian
Watch all the big Hollywood blockbusters and arts films at independent Hackney Picturehouse.
Chris Manderson
Explore Hackney
What locals say about Hackney
“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
Activities near Hackney
Romeo and Juliet
Everything that makes Shakespeare’s play so well loved is here. The rich, feuding families. The intense, forbidden passion. And the flash of violence that tears the young lovers apart, sending them spiralling towards tragedy. This is unmistakably Shakespeare’s love story, unaltered in its original text. But it’s not just Shakespeare’s play. There is an important Plus One: rap. Our story shines with new, original elements of rap – as well as soul and R&B. Think everyday English as well as the Elizabethan variety. And the poetry of rap rhythms as well as perfect pentameters. Romeo and Juliet is a co-production with the Belgrade Theatre and Bristol Old Vic. Directed by Corey Campbell, creative director of the Belgrade, the play springs from our communities. The music elements reflect a collaboration with new company, That’s a Rap. And we’ve worked with local young people who have been taken out of mainstream education, on the production. Together, we’ve created something unique. A Shakespearean lyrical love story – for people who love the music of the spoken word of every generation.Read more
Jamali Maddix: Aston
Critically acclaimed comedian Jamali Maddix is back on the road with a brand new tour show: Aston. Expect Jamali's trademark brutally honest and unflinching perspectives on the world at large. His last tours have sold-out shows across the globe, playing the UK, Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America. He is a regular on the series of Nevermind the Buzzcocks for Sky and was one of the most anarchic Taskmaster contestants the show has ever seen. Alongside this he was a regular contributor for Frankie Boyle's New World Order (BBC2) and has been seen on 'Live at the Apollo' (BBC Two), '8 Out of 10 Cats' (More4), The Late Late Show with James Corden (CBS) as well as many others.Read more
Emily Breeze + Where We Sleep
Some Weird Sin presents Emily breeze Known for her distinct brand of pop noir which combines a punk attitude, powerful performance and a dark sense of humour. “Immaculately twisted post punk glamour, hot blooded, razor tongued and hilariously sharp” "From gothic disco to swooning, psychedelic torch songs and post punk explosions" Where we sleep "Powerful but hook-laden tracks that draw a direct lineage to acts like Garbage, Curve, PJ Harvey, Kate Bush, Jesus and Mary Chain and Massive Attack" Oswald slain Solo set from Bristol based alt rock frontman Presented by Some Weird Sin. This is an 18+ eventRead more
Alexis Taylor [dj] (all Night Long)
Nt's loft presents. an intimate club + terrace space overlooking the East London skyline. Free table reservations available via our website - subject to availability. Hot Chip’s frontman Alexis Taylor brings an assortment of funky, explosive & bass heavy dance flavours to the loft booth this May. 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
Polly Money
Dxnby [all Night Long]
Doncaster's DXNBY lands at NT's Loft for his first London headline play as he plays all night long on May 4th. Expect a masterrcalss in all things minimal house, 2-Step and speed garage from start to finish. Presented by Night Tales Loft. This is an 18+ event. Bring your ID card with you. ID Scanner in place.Read more
Eelf Presents Baltra, Shaolin Cowboy, No_4mat, Dj Cinéma Quartier Latin & Target Demographic
Australia's EELF Records lands at Night Tales on Sunday May 25th with Baltra, Shaolin Cowboy, No\_4mat & DJ Cinéma & Quartier Latin taking the helms under the Hackney Arches. Terrace entry is always free From 7pm on Friday (50% off drinks★ until 9pm) From 5pm on Saturday book a free table via our website Walk-ins always welcome Pizza served by sons of slice until 10pm Ticket required for club entry 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
About Hackney
Popular with young families and City and media workers, Hackney is a vibrant East London neighbourhood that covers approximately two-thirds of the London Borough of Hackney. Located 4 miles (6.4 km) northeast of Charing Cross, Hackney has excellent transport links even though it’s not on the Underground. There are several shopping streets with high street and independent shops, a wide selection of interesting restaurants, bars, live music venues, facilities for sport and recreation, and several sought-after schools. Hackney also boasts several parks, such as Victoria Park and London Fields.
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