Walthamstow Area Guide
A locals' guide to Walthamstow
Where do Walthamstow locals go?
The Italian Delicatessen of Walthamstow
The deli counter stocks a superb range of Italian cheeses, cured meats and crudités to enjoy as antipasti or ingredients. Freshly-baked breads include focaccia. Superb quality wines and spirits. The warm welcome and customer service is what makes this delicatessen authentic. A great shop in Walthamstow.Read more
Cove17
New addition to Hoe Street and another sign of positive improvement in the area. Affordable accessories for gentlemen, some of which are produced by local manufacturers; fantastic barbers, and plenty of interesting conversation while you sit and wait. The owners also produce their own beard oil on site.Read more
Why not explore the nearby areas of
higham hill,
highams park,
leyton,
church end e18,
wanstead,
leytonstone,
clapton,
tottenham,
woodford,
and woodford green
Did you know?
"'90s boyband East 17 take their name from Walthamstow's postcode E17, the place where they grew up."
The opening of the Overground line at Walthamstow Station has really boosted the area.
Stan Fung
There's nothing you can't buy from Walthamstow Market, the longest outdoor street market in Europe.
Stan Fung
It's a great day out at the home of Tottenham Hotspur, White Hart Lane.
Katy Brookes
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What locals say about Walthamstow
“There is so much happening in Walthamstow, with exciting new developments every month provided by budding Waltham Forest entrepreneurs. It's been great to observe the change over the last 16 years.”
Lee
“It's diverse and vibrant. A great place to live. Walthamstow is the place for all people, for families and professionals wishing to be part of a close community.”
Liz
“Walthamstow is a friendly, diverse place with everything a young family needs - good parks, playgrounds, loads of groups and activities - as well as independent coffee shops and businesses. It has a genuine community spirit, and is an easy place to call home. Check out the homegrown art trail, or the annual Garden Party in Lloyd Park.”
Vyki
Activities near Walthamstow
Lucy Farrell and Catherine Maclellan
Though they grew up half a world apart, multi-award-winning songwriters Catherine MacLellan (Prince Edward Island, Canada) and Lucy Farrell (Kent, England) connect through the quiet brilliance of their songcraft and the warm clarity of their delivery. Suspending time with their musical storytelling, Catherine and Lucy's songs journal the characters, landscapes and situations that populate their lives and the broader world, unravelling and reweaving the threads of history and tradition with the deftness and surety that has made such notable touring and recording artists, collaborators and festival stage guests.Read more
Star Shaped Club Spring Special!
Delighted to be bringing the Britpop back to E17! Star Shaped Club is back at Walthamstow Trades Hall with another night of britpop & 90's Indie classics to keep you moving & grooving. Remember when the charts were filled with great bands Remember when your weekly reading was the NME and Melody Maker And the highlight of your month was the release dates of Select and Vox magazine Team Star Shaped does. Basically, if it was on a Shine compilation, it's a go!Read more
The Duke's Underground Sessions
The party legends at The Duke's Underground Sessions, now a monthly affair on the last Saturday of every month, bring you a night of pure breakbeat brilliance. Hosted by Ministry of Breaks and international radio host Blaze DJ, this event is your gateway to the best in UKG, DnB, Oldskool rave-house, Disco, classic Hip Hop, and timeless RnB singalong hits. Mark your calendars and join us for unforgettable vibes and beats that keep you going until the early hours!Read more
Granny's Attic
Cohen Braithwaite-Kilcoyne, George Sansome, and Lewis Wood are the boundless energy that makes up Granny's Attic. Traditional material is delivered in unique style with great musicianship and they also have some original material. Renowned as the most high octane group on the circuit, they are not to be missed.Read more
Tuppence A'bag
TUPPENCE A' BAG Straight from the streets of Essex as Resident Drag Queen at the Lounge Club in Southend-On-Sea, this fresh faced and Essex Based Drag Queen is ready to take the big city by storm. Tuppence ABag is a camp and stagey Queen, who loves a good ole Musical Theatre sing-song. Join this Broadway Baby, as she takes you on a journey through her favourite Musical Theatre hits. Be prepared for a night of live-singing, comedy and traditional Drag lip syncing, and let Tuppence entertain you through decades of Musical Theatre tunes. What do audiences have to say about Tuppence ABag? Tuppence is a one of a kind queen. A natural storyteller with unbelievable vocals Comedy, storytelling, and incredible talent for all to enjoy A divine singing voice & wicked humourRead more
The Big Disney Bash With Basement Orchestra: Matinee Performance
Join Basement Orchestra for a magical experience as they play some of the biggest and best Disney tunes from the past 100 years. Come with your voice warmed up - it's sing-along time! The show will feature songs from everyone's best-loved Disney movies, including The Lion King, Frozen and the Little Mermaid, as well as classical favourites that exude the spirit of Disney. What better way to round off the Easter weekend? About Basement Orchestra Basement Orchestra makes beautiful music in unexpected places. Classical music breaks free of the concert hall and has a bit of a riot. Founded in 2012, Basement Orchestra is now a 50-piece musical behemoth. In that time, they have brought their come-as-you-are vibe and blissful noises to a variety of unusual spaces, including the iconic Rough Trade Record Stores, the even more iconic Bethnal Green Working Men's Club and several windy car parks. They have provided live scores to up-and-coming filmmakers, and have entertained tripped-out revellers in the way they least expected on the main stage of Secret Garden Party and at Mighty Hoopla. Performance schedule: Family Friendly Matinee Performance Doors: 1pm Performance starts: 2pm Running times: Matinee: approximately 80mins including interval A child ticket is required for children aged 2-17. Kids under 2 go free when sitting on a parent or guardian's lap. Presented by Big Penny Social All agesRead more
Signature Comedy Club: Rhys James + More
Tues 29 April Signature Comedy Club in association with Nice N' Spiky Comedy Doors 19.00 Show 20.00 Closes 23.00 Rhys James (Headline Work In Progress) - Mock The Week, Live At The Apollo Laura Smyth - Live At The Apollo, Would I Lie To You, Jonathan Ross Show Finlay Christie - 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown, The Stand Up Sketch Show Darren Harriott - Live At The Apollo, 8 Out Of 10 Cats, The Last Leg OVER 18's. ARTISTS LISTED ARE CORRECT AT THE TIME OF GOING TO PRESS, IN THE UNLIKELY EVENT THAT AN ARTIST, INCLUDING HEADLINER, NEEDS TO CANCEL, NICE N' SPIKY AND SIGNATURE BREW RESERVE THE RIGHT TO AMEND THE LINEUP WITHOUT NOTICE. NO REFUNDS WILL BE DUE. Presented by Signature Brew. This is an 18+ eventRead more
About Walthamstow
A charming northeast London town with a warm community spirit, Walthamstow is ideal for young professionals and families. 6.4 miles (10.3 km) north-east of Charing Cross, the town is bordered by Chingford, Woodford, Leyton, Leytonstone, Tottenham and the River Lea Valley. Walthamstow has very good transport links and a variety of amenities. You’ll find the usual shops and chains, as well as the 17&Central shopping centre and the Walthamstow Market, Europe’s longest outdoor market. There’s no shortage of culture and entertainment, green spaces and Ofsted-ranked good or outstanding schools.
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