Hackney and surrounding areas Area Guide
A locals' guide to Hackney and surrounding areas
Where do Hackney and surrounding areas 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
Swing Patrol Victoria Park
I love the beginner swing dance classes at The Royal Inn on the Park every Tuesday. The classes are fun, the teachers and students are friendly and the dancing is great! A great way to meet new people, get some exercise and, of course, learn to dance.Read more
Pho House
After trying nearly all of the Vietnamese restaurants on Kingsland Road, this is by far the best. The setting is cool with graffiti style art on the walls and the service is excellent compared to other places on the same road. Complimentary tea and watermelon at the end is exactly what is needed after trying the extensive menu of pho, noodles, summer rolls and fresh fish.Read more
Did you know?
"Every last Sunday in February, a service takes place at Holy Trinity, Dalston to remember the prince of clowns, Joseph Grimaldi. Full costume and makeup is mandatory for those attending!"
Shoreditch's equally trendy neighbour, Hoxton has a well established arts and entertainment scene.
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Hackney Walk is the ultimate luxury shopping experience in East London.
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Michal Bocian
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!
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Shake Some Acton #99
It's time to ride the Surf and Rock out as this Brazilian themed special hits Signature Brew Haggerston! 5 bands from the beaches of Brazil and the back streets of London. Their first time in the U.K ,the one and only THE MULLET MONSTER MAFIA. Cursed Thrash Surf! Yes,you heard right! One minute your senses are pounded by savage Rock then next you are riding the crest of a wave in melodic Surf! Seeing is believing. A total blast! YUR MUM. Mama will Rock you and you will beg for more. Brazilian, London based duo.Teriffic. ROADKILL DRIVE THRU. A band Lemmy would approve of. Hard hitting Rock n Roll. FANTAZMAZ. Hot on the heels of their l.p release,this Brazilian flavoured Street Punk outfit come out of the blocks swinging ! Electrifying! ALTERMODERNS. Avery rare performance by this Brazilian Garage duo. What a line up. Definitely one not to miss!Read more
Day Party at Dalston Roofpark
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
Knock2bag Comedy Night With John Kearns
There is limited seating so please arrive early to avoid disappointment. The biggest names. The hottest new acts. The best mixed bills. Knock2bag Comedy Night, one of Time Out’s top 5 comedy clubs in London, weekly at MOTH Club, bringing you an eclectic mix of big names and handpicked ‘ones to watch’. Presented by Knock2Bag. This is an 18+ eventRead more
Wanita Club Night
WANITA is a vinyl dance party celebrating iconic women in music and spotlighting DJs who should be on your radar. Expect a high-energy, inclusive vibe that keeps the dancefloor moving all night long. From soulful anthems to rebellious rock, and disco divas to forgotten gems - WANITA brings the power of female artists to the forefront. All Vinyl - All Vibes - All Welcome Join us and let loose to the sounds of legendary girl bands and female trailblazers! Resident DJ: Jawa Jones Limited free entry tickets on DICE (tickets valid till 12.30am) - £7 on the door. Entrance is first-come-first-served and subject to venue capacity. Last entry at 1.30am. Presented by Paper Dress Vintage. This is an 18+ eventRead more
Leon Tilbrook And Beautiful Landing / Tiger Braun-white / Jamie Pallot
Leon Tilbrook literally grew up on tour. The son of Squeeze frontman Glenn Tilbrook, Leon made his major festival debut at age five, accompanying his dad on bongos at Glastonbury. By the time he turned eleven he had shared the stage with Glenn in the U.K., U.S., and Japan; mastered pretty much any instrument that came to hand; and begun to develop a powerful voice all his own. From there on in, everything fell into place like the elements of a finely crafted hit. Leon began writing his own material in 2012; underwent total immersion at the BRIT School (where he met the first members of his achingly talented backing band, Beautiful Landing) from 2017 to 2021; and put out his first EP in 2024. Throughout, he has been building a devoted following for his live shows in London (Notting Hill Arts Club; Half Moon Putney; Windmill, Brixton), New York (City Winery; Stephen Talkhouse), Nashville (Ryman Auditorium) and L.A. (Hotel Café). On stage Leon blooms, with wit and charisma that make crowds fall in love at first song. His lyrical, layered tunes dig deep and wide into the past, referencing everything from indie rock and jazz to country and electronica. But the result is something entirely new: a signature brand of chamber pop that spans the emotional spectrum from infectious, sing-along enthusiasm to searching, honest introspection: “I can easily feel like the world’s about to end,” says Tilbrook, “when really I just need a slap in the face. The best way I’ve found to cope with that is to get it off my chest and into a song.” Support will come from Tiger Braun-White and Jamie Pallot Presented by Leon Tilbrook This is an 18+ eventRead more
The Creeping Terrors + El Angel Exterminador
The Creeping Terrors El Angel Exterminador £7 adv/£10 on the door Presented by Helgi's. 18+
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