NW1 Area Guide
A locals' guide to NW1
Where do NW1 locals go?
The Betjeman Arms
The only British Pub located within the Grade I Listed building underneath the clock tower and arches at St Pancras International station. Elegant dining room, heritage features, charming staff and stunning British pub classics menu. This is now my family's new favourite Sunday Lunch local.Read more
Why not explore the nearby areas of
regents park,
camden,
euston,
fitzrovia,
marylebone,
bloomsbury,
st johns wood,
kentish town,
kings cross,
and soho
Did you know?
"The doorway used in the BBC programme Sherlock to depict 221b Baker Street is actually located in North Gower Street next door to an Italian family run sandwich bar called Speedys - they do a mean coffee!"
With its vibrant atmosphere day and night, Camden is one of London's most popular destinations.
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Samuel Burke
Always worth the walk to the top! London's skyline beautifully framed by Primrose Hill and London Zoo.
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Oliver Venn
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 NW1
“Primrose Hill is an excellent place to work, relax and exercise especially if you work for yourself. Lovely neighbourhood”
Rahul
“Nothing beats a nice long walk around Regent's Park”
Alex
“Central located, regent park”
Angelo
“Both peace and busy are a 5 minute walk”
Rahul
“I love living here because of the number of young people who come to this place, the coexistence of a lot of trends and together with the million pubs and markets”
Laura
“Centrally located, with Bloomsbury and Camden on each end, and with great connection across the whole of the capital.”
Peter
“It's near to Regents Park”
Mie
“Camden Town never disappoints, it feels like there's always a new bar or restaurant to discover! Camden Market is second to none for exploration and finding unique, quirky items on craft stalls, and not forgetting the amazing food hall!!”
Amy
“Slap bang between the most exciting Camden Lock market... All types of people from the whole world visit , never, ever boring... AND 5 minutes the other way.. The most beautiful heathland.. Hampstead Heath. How lucky to live here.”
Christine
“Nestled between the vibrancy of central London and the cultural explosion that is Camden with green spaces of Regent Park and unrivalled transport connections entertainment is never far away.”
Rafe
Activities near NW1
Death from Above 1979
Death from Above 1979 was started in 2001 by Jesse F. Keeler and Sebastien Grainger in the basement of an old funeral home. Initially conceived as the rhythm section for a bigger project, the bass and drums punks soon realized that they had everything they needed to rule. Audiences agreed as the band began compulsively traveling around the world, supporting their debt LP You’re A Woman, I’m A Machine (2004). By 2005, the fire became too hot and the band exploded spreading its cultish shrapnel through space and time until 2011, when after meeting at their old haunt, the two decided to give it another red hot go. The first time they played a note together in six years a riot broke out. A month later they were playing the main stage at Coachella. Over the next ten years they released three more LPs, The Physical World (2014), Outrage! Is Now (2017) and Is 4 Lovers (2021). From sweaty basements to the highest stages in the world Death From Above 1979 continue create a sound that is completely unrivalled. Iconoclastic. Everlasting.Read more
The Cure Vs Blur!!
Popscene What better name for a beautiful tribute to Blurback in 1995 the real thing infamously played a sweet as a nut sweat box Dublin Castle 'secret gig at the height of post Parklife Blurmania. And what a night it was. I recall Damon's battered organ hanging off the edge of the cramped stage. Anyway, here's Popscene to help you relive that sadly barely documented happening. Maybe theyll play that same set. And another thingLondon Zoo is just up the road so you could also easily catch Gorillaz this evening too(you did that joke last time Beetlebum). Last time indeed was this time last year when we rekindled the old Blur Vs Oasis shenanigans. Tonight, care of the weird and wonderful world of tribute life, we enter a parallel universe where The Cure support Blurhas this ever happened Seems unlikely, so what a treat right! Just Like The Cure hotter than a Fire In Cairo, these 5 Imaginary Boys are fresh off the press with their all eras tribute to Crawley's finest Goth pop institution. With an uncanny resemblance physically and vocally (once the syrup's on) to Bob Smith, author, raconteur and one time Dublin Castle promoter Andy McCleod fronts this Faith -ful and fun Cure homage. Brill. DJs We Got Killers, 11pm to 2am, hit up dancefloor vibes as demanded by this Chemical World coz thems Killers For Your Love. Hot Hot Hot. Just Say Yes.Read more
Centreforce Presents : RTN 2 LDN
London were back! As we return from being lost in dreamland we Return to London for our 36th Anniversary Celebrations on Bank Holiday Sunday 25th May! Join as we take you on a Trip from 2pm-2am at the Iconic Electric Ballroom Camden. With out of this world production and a line up to match.Read more
Camden Pub Crawl
Looking for a legendary night out in London that youll never forget? Look no further than London Pub Crawls Camden Pub Crawl!
Osibisa
Osibisa play African music and are known for their songs 'Sunshine Day', 'The Dawn Song' and more.
Movement 81
Movement81 are Swansea-based electronic duo Jason&Becky. Blending 80s and 90s influences with a contemporary edge, their live A/V performances shift between hypnotic rhythms, deep atmospheres, and uplifting dance. Theyve delivered A/V sets supporting Max Cooper and Plaid, as well as a closing A/V set for Swansea Fringe 2024. Their latest track Whitewall was featured on Radio 1 Dance with Jaguar, ahead of their forthcoming album If Infinity, landing on Petite Victory Collective in April 2025. Expect tightly synced visuals, evolving soundscapes, and an immersive experience that blurs the line between club energy and cinematic intensity.Read more
Faetooth
Live Nation presents... FAETOOTH https://www.instagram.com/faetooth/ This is an 18+ event
About NW1
NW1 is the postcode district in North West London incorporating the areas of Marylebone (part), Euston, Regent's Park, Camden Town, Somers Town, Primrose Hill (part), Gospel Oak (part) and Lisson Grove (part) and is covered by the Camden and Westminster local authorities.
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