Kentish Town Area Guide
A locals' guide to Kentish Town
Where do Kentish Town locals go?
Why not explore the nearby areas of
camden,
tufnell park,
dartmouth park,
holloway,
belsize park,
regents park,
caledonian road,
archway,
kings cross,
and euston
Did you know?
"Grade II Listed pub, The Assembly House, was the favourite local of poet and author TS Eliot."
Just up the road from Camden, Kentish Town has the same vibrancy and a bustling high street full of independent businesses.
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Oliver Venn
From the ponds to the beautiful views, there is no better place to spend a sunny day than on Hampstead Heath.
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Mike Tracy
One of London's most vibrant areas, Camden is a melting pot of alternative shops, bars, restaurants and markets selling weird and wonderful things!
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Claire O'Donnell
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What locals say about Kentish Town
“It has everything you need - wonderful Spence Bakery, great butcher and fishmonger, fresh fruit and veg shop, local supermarket, hardware store, serviced laundromat, individual and unique shops and a wide range of cafes and restaurants, all in a small area.”
Joanna
“Transport links both underground and Overground, the public bath on Grafton Road and not far from Hampstead Heath.”
Adane
Activities near Kentish Town
Farah Sharp: Who Am I and Who Is To Blame?
Stand-up comedian Farah Sharp is a mixed-race, middle child of divorce who's just turned thirty. Shes also having an identity crisis - but thats surely unrelated. Inspired by TV show Who Do You Think You Are, Farahs embarking on a voyage of self discovery to figure out whose fault her personality is. Expect an analytical break-down of her family tree, or perhaps just a breakdown... Join Farah as she attempts to solve all her problems by digging to the root. Named 'One to watch' in the Funny Women Awards 2023, Farah has been making a name for herself on the UK Comedy scene; she has been featured on BBC Radio 4 and performs regularly all across the country, even gracing the stages of The Royal Albert Hall, Latitude Festival, Leeds Festival and The Comedy Store. Be amongst the first to watch Farah chisel her much anticipated debut solo work-in-progress show into being. "Farah Sharp is very funny. I saw her first!" - Seann WalshRead more
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Bedouin All Night Long At Roundhouse
Bedouin land all night long in the rounds of Roundhouse on May 10th. The visionary duo have captivated global audiences with their genre-blending sound, weaving Middle Eastern heritage, deep melodies, and hypnotic rhythms into a transcendent musical experience. From Coachella to Burning Man, Pacha Ibiza to Club Space Miami, Bedouin’s immersive sets have become a cornerstone of the world’s most iconic dancefloors. As curators of the award-winning SAGA residency and founders of the Human By Default imprint, their influence extends far beyond the DJ booth. This May 10th the pair take over Camden's Roundhouse for their biggest London show yet and a customised Bedouin production installed for one night only. Presented by Labyrinth Events. This is an all-ages event (Under 16s accompanied by an adult, Under 14s accompanied and in seats).Read more
Come & Sing - Haydn's Nelson Mass, at St Annes Church, London N6
Join Community Choir, Fleet Singers, for a workshop & performance with inspiring conductor, Phil Wilcox accompanied by professional Soloists, Trumpet, Strings, Organ and Timpani Pianist & Organist Philip Godfrey All singers welcome to join our Come & Sing Sunday 6th April 2025 1.30-8.30pm St Annes Church, Highgate West Hill, London N6 6AP Booking: www.ticketsource.co.uk/fleetsingers [//www.ticketsource.co.uk/fleetsingers] Cost: 25 Website:fleetsingers.org.uk [https://fleetsingers.org.uk/] Join us for an unforgettable day of music-making as we rehearse and perform Joseph Haydns magnificent "Nelson" Mass under the inspiring direction of renowned conductor Phil Wilcox. Phil is a professional opera singer (Royal Shakespeare Company, English Touring Opera, BBC Singers, Grange Park Opera) and choir leader with lots of positive energywww.philwilcox.com [http://www.philwilcox.com/] Experience the exhilarating power of Haydns "Nelson" Mass, a vibrant and triumphant choral work composed in 1798. Officially titled Missa in Angustiis (Mass for Troubled Times), the piece earned its popular nickname after Admiral Nelsons victory at the Battle of the Nile, which coincided with its early performances. The music is grand, dramatic, and full of energy, perfectly capturing the spirit of celebration and hope. Although familiarity with the piece and/or being comfortable reading music would help you make the best of the experience, the day will be positive and we welcome a wide range of abilities. If you would like to be more familiar with the work in advance, you are welcome to join us for some of our rehearsals on Monday evenings 7.30pm at Gospel Oak Methodist Church. The first one you attend will be free and any more can be paid pro-rata at 7. If you would like to join us at rehearsals or for more information, emailkaren@fleetsingers.org.uk Programme for theday 1.30 Check-in and meet the choir 1.45-4.15 Session one including warm up and workshop 4.15-5.00 Break, free tea/coffee, cakes 5.00-7.00 Full rehearsal with soloists, piano and strings 7.00-7.30 Break, audience arrival 7.30-8.30 Performance Cost 25 to attend the workshop and sing. Score included or bring your own (new Novello edition) Attending the performance only 7.30-8.30pm is free, no ticket needed, donations welcome!Read more
Shakespeare in the Squares - The Taming of the Shrew
Shakespeare in the Squares will be back this summer to celebrate their eighth anniversary with a new production of The Taming of the Shrew, a battle of wits, wills and wild romance complete with toe-tapping pop classics. Shakespeare in the Squares is a not-for-profit touring theatre company that stages a new Shakespeare play across London for one night in each venue every summer. This years programme features 34 performances across 28 beautiful London locations. The tour kicks off on Wednesday 4th June in Leinster Square, W2, and concludes over five weeks later in The Actors Church Garden, WC2. Press night is scheduled for Wednesday 11th June at Cleveland Square, W2. Shakespeare in the Squares is a cornerstone of Londons summer cultural calendar, renowned for tailoring each performance to the individual venue, providing the audience with a truly unique show every time.Read more
Bear Bones
Bear bones Https://www.Instagram.Com/bearbones_band Plus guests... Sky valley mistress Okay you win Blue tree monitor Bear Bones is a doom-infused blues supergroup rising from the underground, featuring members of Elephant Tree, Limb, Swedish Death Candy, and Morag Tong. Steeped in the raw soul of the blues and the crushing weight of doom, their sound is both haunting and hypnotic-where fuzz-drenched riffs meet smoky, melancholic grooves. Bear Bones is set to shake the foundations of heavy music. With a new album on the horizon (With guest appearances from members of Green Lung, Stubb, Brume, and more), this is just the beginning. The blues has never been heavier-welcome to Bear Bones. This is an 18+ eventRead more
About Kentish Town
Kentish Town is an area of north west London, in the London Borough of Camden. Many old buildings remain in Kentish Town, albeit hidden behind the facades of modern shops or neglected, and it is still possible to get a good impression of Kentish Town's heritage in present-day NW5. Kentish Town has always been noted for its pubs and bars. Kentish Town has a fairly large boundary, stretching from Camden Gardens to as a far north as the Highgate Road/Gordon House Road junction near Dartmouth Park. Kentish Town generally includes the areas to the west, around Queens Crescent and to the east around Torriano.
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