Islington Area Guide
A locals' guide to Islington
Where do Islington locals go?
The Canonbury Tavern
A public house since the early 1700's, The Canonbury Tavern was refurbished in 2009 giving the residents of Islington one of the best pub gardens in the city and a superb roast lunch on a Sunday. Moreover, the beautiful garden offers an escape from chaotic city life.Read more
Did you know?
"The restaurant Granita on Upper Street became well known as the place where Tony Blair and Gordon Brown met to decide who was to become Labour party leader after the death of John Smith in 1994."
Daniel Burrell
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What locals say about Islington
“I love the vibrancy of Islington - the streets are full of restaurants from different cultures. There's also green space in central London. Plenty to see and do here. Plus of course there's Arsenal FC!”
Louise
“Islington is a great balance of lively night-life and lovely places to chill out. It's a foodie's paradise with virtually every cuisine covered and a variety of settings from very formal to relaxed to cheap and cheerful. There's even great cinemas, theatre and music venues and unique and chain shops. The convenience factor's pretty good too with decent sized supermarkets, bus, tube and train transport and an easy (often walkable) commute to Central London”
Alice
“The local council works hard to clean up and empty our bins”
Jamari
Activities near Islington
Casa Faro Festival: Friday
Casa Faro inaugurates their first festival in East London with Carolina Durante’s return to the UK. These cuatro chavales will be joined by London’s psychedelic warriors, FEZ, and our favourite Spanish expats, Reme. A festival focused on the internationalization of independent Ibero-American artists. Dedicated to the curious and passionate. Presented by Casa Faro. This is an 18+ event (non-18 need to be accompanied by a +18 with a valid ID)Read more
UEFA Champions League Quarter Final: Arsenal vs Real Madrid
Arsenal take on Real Madrid in this UEFA Champions League Quarter Final fixture.
Haydn Chamber Orchestra with Jack Gonzalez-Harding and Thomas Aldren
Fauré: Pelléas et Mélisande Wagner: Siegfried Idyll Brahms: Violin Concerto Conductor: Jack Gonzalez-Harding Violin: Thomas Aldren
Duke Garwood
Recorded in the summer of 2020 in Bungalow Magic studios with long-time collaborator Paul May taking care of percussion and drums, Garwood on vocals, keys, bass and guitar. The framework for the songs was created with percussion and organ as the bed, with extra instruments being added as the compositions took shape. The impulse was to create music without inhibition, open and positive. The live band will feature John J Presley on bass, Paul V may on drums and percussion, Duke Garwood on guitar, vocals, keys, clarinet and saxophone.Read more
Ryan McMullan
Northern Irish singer-songwriter.
China Bears
Alternative indie four-piece originally formed in Somerset.
Silvia Pérez Cruz
Sílvia Pérez Cruz is one of the most captivating voices in contemporary music. Described by Jorge Drexler as “a voice that marks a generation,” her sound blends Iberian, Latin American, jazz, and flamenco influences with an artistry that is unmistakably her own. Known for her powerful live performances, Sílvia’s concerts are immersive, emotional journeys that leave audiences captivated. She received the prestigious Spain’s National Prize for Contemporary Music in 2022 and a Latin Grammy nomination for her collaboration with Residente on the song ‘313’ this year. In April 2023, she released Toda la vida, un día, featuring collaborations with Natalia Lafourcade and Salvador Sobral among others. Sílvia has performed this recording in more than 80 concerts throughout 2023 and 2024, touring numerous countries in Europe, South America, Asia and the United States. With a career encompassing critically acclaimed works like 11 de Noviembre and Farsa (género imposible), as well as award-winning compositions for the animated film Josep, Sílvia Pérez Cruz has consistently pushed artistic boundaries, solidifying her place as one of the most innovative voices of her generation. “Sílvia Pérez Cruz makes history” - Libération Presented by La Linea Festival This is a 16+ event (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult)Read more
About Islington
A mainly residential district of north Inner London, Islington is approximately 2 miles (3 km) from Charing Cross. Once a rural area that supplied the city with water and vegetables, Islington has become one of London’s most coveted suburbs. The area is known for unique shops, restaurants, bars, and pubs, a weekly farmers’ market, and a vibrant arts and culture scene. Despite the buzz, Islington has a somewhat secluded, tranquil village-like atmosphere, thanks to the Regent’s Canal, New River, and several parks. There’s a good choice of schools in the area and its popular with families and well-off young couples.
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