EC2Y Area Guide
A locals' guide to EC2Y
Where do EC2Y locals go?
Why not explore the nearby areas of
barbican,
city,
clerkenwell,
shoreditch,
spitalfields,
aldgate,
islington,
hoxton,
southwark,
and holborn
Did you know?
"At the time of their completion in the 1970s, the tower blocks in the Barbican estate were the tallest apartment buildings in Europe."
I love the buzzy urban feel of EC1 and knowing that I am within touching distance of all that is happening...
Tim Standing
The street art on this wall is constantly changing, which makes for a beautiful and rousing walk to work every morning. Expect the unexpected on Great Eastern Street!
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Kayleigh Harvey
The majesty of St Paul's Cathedral's architecture and the historical significance is amazing...
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Josh Walsh
Explore EC2Y
What locals say about EC2Y
Activities near EC2Y
Prtyhere: The Black British Quiz Turns 6!
Merry quizmass to one and to all! Prtyhere are back. We are celebrating our 6th birthday with a special end of year Christmas quiz! PRTYHERE is THE Black British Pub Quiz Experience. We've taken a quintessentially traditional British pastime and flipped it on its head. Expect games, an amazing DJ, CASH PRIZES, audience participation, an INCREDIBLE Quiz Master, audience singalongs & SO much more. Doors open at 5pm and close at 6pm sharp! The night looks a little something like this... Turn up in your best festive drip, either with the group chat, a couple of friends or solo. You're put into groups of 6 or 7 - AND THEN YOU BATTLE. Get your thinking caps on because you will have 8 rounds of serious quizzing. We've got questions on everything from Maths, Music, Geography, Anime, to Channel U Classics, Black Twitter and your fave native dish. We promise you we have something for everyone! Rest assured there will be NO questions on Henry VIII or WWII. Do you speak in tiktok sounds? Do you know your Bebo from your Habbo Hotel? Or if you are just looking to meet new people or try something different with friends - this is the perfect night out for you! Bring your best vibes & lots of energy - this one is not one to be missed! Presented by PRTYHERE. This is an 18+ event.Read more
A Wine Flight Experience
Indulge in a sophisticated Wine Flight Experience designed for wine enthusiasts! Enjoy a curated tasting journey featuring four unique wines, each chosen to highlight the diversity and complexity of the grape. Enhance your tasting with a charcuterie board of artisanal cheeses or gourmet meats, expertly paired to complement each wine. Perfect for anyone looking to deepen their appreciation for wine, this experience is as delightful as it is educational. Reserve your spot and elevate your evening with an unforgettable exploration of fine wines and flavours.Read more
Unspun Sessions Ft Lily Beck, Michael Rice
Join us for Unspun Sessions - our monthly discovery showcase with FIVE fabulous artists, three brand new to us. Lily Beck is a soulful singer / songwriter releasing her upcoming 7 track EP in the new year. Having performed on the main stage at Bunk Festival 2025, she is set to headline the Festival of Light in December. Her music blends heartfelt soul, funk infusions, with an uplifting country edge. Sisters, songwriters and multi- instrumentalists Fire In Her Eyes invite you to share their world. From psych-folk, progressive-rock to pop, soulful jazz and world music, they take you on a journey you’ll never forget. With radio play on BBC Radio 1, Radio X, their Debut Album- ‘Look into the Sky’, produced by Youth, is due out 2025. Geordie singer-songwriter Michael Rice will be known to millions through is TV performances, winning All Together Now, performing on American Idol and representing the UK at the Eurovision Song Contest 2019.. He joins us for a very stripped and intimate performance. Meg Ella is “a singer songwriter, composer and all round musical genius, who effortlessly picks up instruments and makes it look infuriatingly easy...one of my favourite artists.” -Salma El Wardany, BBC Radio London Mica Bernard is an Indie Singer-songwriter whose powerful, warm vocal breathes a soulfulness into her folky sound. Taking influence from the likes of KT Tunstall, Lianne la Havas, Joan Armatrading, Mica exudes a cool calmness that is captivating. Success Express Music This is an 18+ event.Read more
Flash Light Nye Party
Flash (Pikes,Ibiza) teams up with the Light Bar for a NYE bash, ‘Flash Light' a beacon of hope for '26 Guy Williams brings his lively, all inclusive Flash party to our Loft space for a perfect way to see out 2025 and bring in the new year, with a DJ line up of stellar talent including PBR Streetgang, Jonjo Jury, Guy Williams and Disco Monde Flash was born on the white isle of Ibiza at the legendary Pikes Hotel, renowned for its hedonistic history, frequented by the likes of Freddie Mercury, George Micheal, Grace Jones. Flash’s ethos is “We are all Welcome here .. Gay, straight, Bi, don’t knows, don’t care!” And has worked with club brands and Artists from around Europe with the same ethos, such as Homoelectric (Manchester) Adonis(London) Club Domani (Milan), Cocktail D’amore (Berlin) DROP (Barcelona) Confidence Man, Cormac, Gerd Janson and more ... Presented by Electric Star Pubs. This is an 18+ event.Read more
Paint a Pic: Love Tree
Come down and paint your own masterpiece with the guidance of our resident artist. We provide the materials (canvas, apron, paint, and easel), the subject, music, and the bar to go with it (drinks not included). No experience necessary - we take you through it step by step. We use high quality materials with everything included in the price. There’s a maximum of 25 people in each class so that you get more time with the artist to perfect your masterpiece! So, whether alone or with friends, you can have a great time, and leave with your own piece of art to take home with you. You can also feel free to stick around for drinks after class! Key information Subject: Love Tree Please check your ticket time carefully If you’ve got any questions, send us an email at [email protected]Read more
Kid Kapichi
Alt-rock band from Hastings.
April Pub Quiz on The Golden Hinde!
What to Expect No theme this month - just pure trivia madness! Put your general knowledge, teamwork, and quick thinking to the test in a one-of-a-kind setting. Whether you’re a history buff, a pop culture pro, or just in it for the drinks, there’s a question for everyone. Team Size: Max 6 people per team—bring your best crew! Bar Open: Serving Kernel beers, wine, and soft drinks to fuel your thinking. Time: 7:00 PM start (doors & bar open from 6:30 PM) Prizes 1st Place: Free tickets to an upcoming gig aboard The Golden Hinde 2nd Place: A round of drinks for your team 3rd Place: Free entry to a future Golden Hinde quiz night How to Join Secure your spot now! Entry Fee: £3 per team member (payable by cash or card on the night) Think you’ve got what it takes? Book now and prove your trivia prowess aboard The Golden Hinde! Price £3 per team member (cash or card on the night)Read more
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