Columbia Road Area Guide
A locals' guide to Columbia Road
Where do Columbia Road locals go?
Broadway Market
Broadway Market is the exact place to go to experience the best of what east London has to offer, with its fantastic range of food stalls, restaurants, shops and pubs! If you go in the summer, be sure to grab a beer and head over to London Fields, where the standard BBQ doesn't exist.Read more
Why not explore the nearby areas of
shoreditch,
hoxton,
spitalfields,
bethnal green,
de beauvoir town,
whitechapel,
aldgate,
dalston,
barbican,
and city
Did you know?
"During the 1940s, Electra House used to house Department EH which bugged foreign embassies and produced propaganda to undermine enemy operations in Europe."
Full of life and great people, Bethnal Green can confidently lay claim to being the heart of London...
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Chris Manderson
Shoreditch is to London now, what King's Road was in the '60s.
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Andrew Phillips
A rich history, mix of cultures, vibrant arts scene and massive transport investment...Whitechapel's future is looking bright!
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Bradley Golshahi
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What locals say about Columbia Road
Activities near Columbia Road
Open Decks: Djs And Vinyl Collectors
Looking for a chance to spin your favourite records? Our Vinyl Only Open Decks night is the perfect place to do it. Join us at Hoxton Cabin every Thursday, with sign-ups for 0-minute slots from 7pm. Whether you’re a seasoned selector or just starting out, DJs of all abilities and genres are welcome. Bring your favourite wax and secure your 30-minute slot by signing up on the night. While we love all styles of music, this is a bar space - please keep heavier sounds for after 9:30pm to maintain a relaxed early-evening atmosphere. We can’t wait to hear what you’ve got. See you behind the decks! Presented by Hoxton Cabin. This is an 18+ eventRead more
Hip-Hop, Afrobeats, and Bashment vibes at Trapeze Bar
Dive into a night filled with unmatched energy and fresh anthems from the biggest names in Bashment, Hip-Hop, and Afrobeats. Dance to timeless tracks from icons like Burna Boy, Drake, J-Hus, and Steff-London. With nonstop vibes and good energy, this is London's must-attend party. Get your tickets now for Hip-Hop, Afrobeats, Bashment at Trapeze Bar in London!Read more
Jeremy Olander
Jeremy Olander is the architect of the slow burn. Fusing cinematic depth with the pulse of Stockholm techno, his sound is a masterclass in melancholic euphoria. London, prepare for a journey between the club and the soul. Presented by BROADWICK LIVE. This is an 18+ eventRead more
Tuesday Jazz Club
Every Tuesday, some of London's finest musicians bring live jazz to Netil360, filling the rooftop with groove under the backdrop of the Hackney skyline. £5 pints and £20 bottles of house wine, alongside 50% off all pizzas from 6pm till 8pm to help you settle into the evening. Live music starts at 8pm. First Session: 8-9pm Second Session: 9:30pm-10:30pm Presented by Netil360 This is an 18+ eventRead more
AZUL @ 93 FEET EAST LEVI SWARN, MASON COOPER + More
We return to 93 Feet East on the 9th May to celebrate our 3rd Birthday with headliners Levi Swarn, Mason Cooper and a carefully curated lineup featuring some old and new faces. This time we take over the Live Room & Gallery inside this iconic London venue, giving you the full AZUL experience across two incredible spaces.Read more
Sexquisite May London
Join us for our May edition of Sexquisite: ★ Variety of acts including pole, poetry, dance, drag, comedy, burlesque and more! ★ Performances exploring the sex worker experience (and not) ★ Chances to socialise with the queer and sex positive community inbetween performance sections ★ Afterparty til 2am By supporting Sexquisite you are enabling us to create paid creative opportunities for those who work in the sex industry. Alongside this you are supporting us in our mission to destigmatise sex work through performance. Presented by Sexquisite. This is an 18+ event.Read more
The Comedy Hump
The Comedy Hump brings the biggest stand-up stars and the best new acts together for one brilliant night of anarchic fun. New material, old material, material that is made up on the spot - you'll see it all at the Comedy Hump. The Line-upThe Comedy Hump is hosted by Clint Edwards, a stand-up comedian and writer, who regularly co-presents the Rhod Gilbert show on BBC Radio Wales. Writing credits include Never Mind The Buzzcocks and The Apprentice: You're Fired for BBC Two, plus The News Quiz and The Now Show for BBC Radio 4. Previous acts at The Comedy HumpRhod GilbertRachel ParrisAngela BarnesEllie TaylorIvo GrahamRhys JamesStephen BaileyEd Gamble… and many more. You never know who you're going to see!Tickets are free with a bucket collection at the end.Read more
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