Clerkenwell Area Guide
A locals' guide to Clerkenwell
Where do Clerkenwell locals go?
The Museum of the Order of St John Cloister Garden
A wonderful quiet garden for people in the know and ideal to sit in on a summer's day. Make sure you also take time to find the entrance to the original crypt, a wonderfully thematic space with tombs dating back hundreds of years.Read more
Did you know?
"Connecting Smithfield Market and Farringdon Station, aptly named Cowcross Street was used as a route to take cows to market."
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What locals say about Clerkenwell
“From the old buildings, the occasional cobbled street to the many great places to eat and drink, Clerkenwell has the sort of character you can't build. You have to wait for it! There is the hustle and bustle around Farringdon station in the mornings, and the buzz outside the pubs at the end of the week. Nowhere quite like it in London.”
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Activities near Clerkenwell
Stand Up Comedy
The one and only Rory Bremner comes to Muswell Hiil ahead of a major tour. The brilliant Sindhu Vee and Tom Ward are in support with Mark Maier as your hostRead more
Sip and Paint Experience
Our PopUp Painting events have been enjoyed by over 80,000 guests since 2013, and now it's your turn to experience the magic. No artistic skill required—just come with your imagination and get ready to paint, sip, and relax. Your ticket includes everything you need to create your masterpiece, from supplies to expert guidance from a practicing artist. Plus, enjoy a drink or two from the bar to help you through the creative processRead more
Jester Jesters Monday Nights
Socially distanced, live, new material, stand-up comedy upstairs at The Betsey Trotwood, London Pay-what-you-want - minimum £3
Bach and Beyond - an evening of music from the Grand Tour
A programme of trio-sonatas, duos and solos; a musical journey spanning eras and countries alike. Music by: Johann Sebastian Bach lisabeth Jaquet de la Guerre George Frideric Handel Hans Martin Linde Bob Margolis Roxanna Panufnik Salomone Rossi Georg Philipp Telemann Kati Debretzeni - baroque violin Alma Nuez Debretzeni - recorders James Johnstone - harpsichord TICKET PRICES Premium Seating: Early Bird 25, Advance 29, on the day 33 Standard Seating: Early Bird 20, Advance 24, on the day 28 Children: Premium 5, Standard FREE. LIMITED AVAILABILITY Under 25s: Standard 10. LIMITED AVAILABILITYRead more
Piano Works Farringdon every
The Piano Works Farringdon brings you non-stop live music every Friday in the vibrant heart of Farringdon. Each night, talented piano vocalists and our singing waitstaff take the stage, followed by our incredible in-house six-piece band, performing only the songs you request! Simply jot down your favourite tunes on the request slips provided, and let the music come to life every Friday night.Read more
Lovers Rock - London (reggae Classics & Dancehall)
Lovers Rock UK Club Night Date: Saturday, 19th April 2025 Time: 9:00 PM - 3:00 AM Location: The Joiner on Worship, 2 Paul Street, London, EC2A 4JH Event Description: Celebrate Reggae music at Lovers Rock UK Club Night, dedicated to the grown folks who appreciate the smooth, soulful sounds of Lovers Rock, Reggae classics, and Dancehall. Join us for an unforgettable night of music, dancing, and good vibes as we bring you the best of old and new school tunes. Music Policy: Our talented DJs will be spinning a mix of Lovers Rock, Reggae classics, and Dancehall hits all night long. Expect to hear timeless tracks that will take you back to the golden era of Lovers Rock, as well as contemporary tunes that keep the dance floor buzzing. 9 pm to 3 am (Last entry 1:00 am) [email protected] 07939583424 Presented by VIBE LDN. This is an 18+ event.Read more
Seattle Thrift Store
Seattle Thrift Store are a tribute to the Grunge scene coming out of the Pacific Northwest in the early 90's. Playing songs by Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, Alice in Chains, Stone Temple Pilots, Temple of the Dog, as well as associated acts like Hole, Smashing Pumpkins, The Pixies, Foo Fighters and more! Performing their MTV Unplugged special with 45 minute set of acoustic songs in an atmospheric setting paying homage to the legendary MTV Unplugged Specials, followed by a second set of 1 hour plus Grunge anthems. A 5 piece band, Seattle Thrift Store faithfully recreate the sound of all these legendary bands with an extensive repertoire of songs from the era.Read more
About Clerkenwell
Clerkenwell is an area of Central London in the London Borough of Islington. Clerkenwell was once known as London's "Little Italy" because of the large number of Italians living in the area between the 1850s and the 1960s. A general revival and gentrification process began in the 1990s, and the area is now known for loft-living young professionals, nightclubs, restaurants and art galleries. It also houses many professional and business offices as an overspill area for the nearby City of London and West End, alongside council housing. Amongst other sectors, there is a notable concentration of design professions around Clerkenwell, and supporting industries such as high-end designer furniture showrooms, with many of London's leading architectural practices located in the area.
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