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The Bickley

The Bickley

This pub set within a beautiful period building next to Chislehurst Caves has a warm atmosphere, a wide range of ales and delicious pub grub.

Shampan 2

Shampan 2

A tasty Indian restaurant serving classic curries and speciality dishes too.

Balkon

Balkon

I certainly recommend Balkon on Chatterton Road. It serves fantastic traditional Turkish meze and delicious grilled meats.

Tamasha

Tamasha

An Indian restaurant and bar, which even has a hotel too! Fantastic curries that are not your average Friday night food. Bit pricey but well worth it!

Bromley Civic Centre

Bromley Civic Centre

Built in 1775, The Old Palace is a beautiful venue with immaculate grounds that is perfect for weddings.

Bare Necessities

Bare Necessities

An accessories shop on Regents Walk inside the Intu centre. It has every type of hair accessory you could need and lovely jewellery too!

Cinnamon Culture

Cinnamon Culture

The best Indian food in the most beautiful surroundings and with great friendly service too.

Bar du Vin

Bar du Vin

Karaoke, members' club and late nights at the weekend, Bar du Vin is Bromley's only wine bar.

Ginger and Bean

Ginger and Bean

A cute coffee shop in Sundridge Park with homemade cakes and toasted sandwiches. The coffee is to die for!

Railway Tavern

Railway Tavern

Home to the best bangers 'n' mash and one of the hardest pub quizzes, this pub offers a wide range of Indian pale ales. It's a stones throw from Bromley North Station, so it's perfect for commuters who fancy a pint after work.

Charter Market

Charter Market

Fresh fruit and veg, as well as some other great bargains!

Aqua

Aqua

A great mix of Italian and Mediterranean cuisines, cheap prices and fantastic service!

Churchill Theatre

Churchill Theatre

Lots of great shows throughout the year, including plays and world-famous music artists.

ASK Italian

ASK Italian

Great pastas and wood-fired pizzas, you can always find voucher codes for this Italian chain.

Bird and Bun

Bird and Bun

Delicious spit roasted chicken that uses fresh ingredients.

Why not explore the nearby areas of Sidcup, Chislehurst, Bickley, Sundridge Park, Bexleyheath, Hayes, Bromley and Shortlands

"Bromley's past and present famous faces include Enid Blyton, Charles Darwin and David Bowie."

I love this stunning converted coach house set within breathtaking Sundridge Park Golf Course.

Ryan Ninnis

There are some great new developments springing up in Beckenham

Ashley Whitehouse

Beckenham has many handsome period homes that are perfect for families

Ryan Ninnis

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Orpington is one of the last South London towns before the green belt and M25. It’s on the south-eastern edge of the Greater London Built-Up area and has a more peaceful atmosphere and pace of life than Central London. The Orpington area has been occupied for millennia and has several historical attractions. It’s also a thoroughly modern town with good transport links and a wide range of amenities. There’s a shopping centre, independent shops, restaurants and cafes, a market square, two council swimming pools and other sporting centres. The town is a popular choice for families with children.

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