Hackney and surrounding areas Area Guide
A locals' guide to Hackney and surrounding areas
Where do Hackney and surrounding areas locals go?
Diddy's
Diddy's, a café by day and bustling bar by night is a cultural hub situated on the corner of Mare Street and beck road. Just a stone throw away from London fields, this bright and light space offers everything from coffee to their signature cocktails at reasonable prices creating an environment where patrons feel valued and where you "can have a night out without feeling like you have spent all your rent money" owned by Diddy herself.Read more
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
Hackney Walk
The upcoming home for fashion designers. Hackney Walk is a fashion district located within East London. It is a new ultimate luxury shopping experience that consists of many major and luxury designer brands. Hackney Walk is a trendy hub for great urban food, leisure and community activities. It is amazing, as Hackney is such a diverse and energetic area in London!Read more
Did you know?
"Amongst Hackney's notable past and present residents are businessman Lord Alan Sugar, actor Michael Caine and actress Barbara Windsor."
Hackney Walk is the ultimate luxury shopping experience in East London.
Michal Bocian
The arrival of the London Overground in Haggerston has really opened up this area for commuters.
Alexandra Lega
Watch all the big Hollywood blockbusters and arts films at independent Hackney Picturehouse.
Chris Manderson
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What locals say about Hackney and surrounding areas
Activities near Hackney and surrounding areas
Stereo Cupid Live In London
Join us at The Victoria Dalston for an unforgettable night as Stereo Cupid takes the stage! Stereo Cupid Stereo Cupid bow has been strung with the chords of electric guitar. Since their emergence late in the summer of 2023 SteroCupid have flown through the year, creating waves up and down the country with 3 rocking debut singles, Kid, WYA and Feel Alive. Coupling ripping rock motifs with a mature neo-indie about their style. Alongside the 7 sold out shows in a row, saving Bush Hall, Shepherds Bush, from closure with a roaring set to over 600 people and making a Manchester debut at a sold out headline show StereoCupid were quickly scouted by huge global names. Manchester United were the first to come knocking, championing StereoCupid as “The Future of Manchester” in their ‘give them their flowers’ campaign with legendary rock n roll artist Peter Saville. The world famous club then appropriated ‘KID’ as befitting of the Derby Day Montage. StereoCupid then set their sights on the movie soundtrack for Vanity. Leaning into a vintage playboy style succumbing to the pretty boy fame these boys have gained, this is a release not to be missed. Arabella Arabella is a captivating Canadian-Armenian singer, guitarist, and songwriter based in London. At 19, she possesses a one-of-a-kind vocal tone, some serious guitar chops, a unique lyric-crafting style, and a powerful stage presence. Presented by Gotobeat Ltd. This is an 18+ eventRead more
Sebright Arms Pool Comp
Our weekly Pool Tournament! Will you wear the Golden Waistcoat? Win a pitcher of beer + your photo on the Pool of Fame! Come test your mettle on the green... Presented by Sebright Arms. This is an 18+ eventRead more
Deptford Northern Soul Club
Deptford Northern Soul Club (DNSC) are childhood friends Will Foot and Lewis Henderson, whose early love of soul developed after discovering Lewis’ Dad’s record collection. After bringing their musical heritage to the forefront with their debut DJ set at Deptford’s Bunker Club 7 years ago, they have since taken their credible and popular club night around the UK, performing at the likes of Glastonbury, Green Man and End of the Road, with regular residencies at London’s EartH and Moth Club and YES in Manchester. DNSC have emerged as the new face of Northern Soul, bringing the movement back into the conversation of modern dance music. With a welcoming and inclusive community and a unique youth culture feel, their nights are not what you’d expect from a typical Northern Soul night and allow people to forge their own experience with the genre. Alongside their popular club nights, Will and Lewis run a modern reissue label, DNSC Records in association with PIAS, enabling soul lovers to experience Northern Soul tracks as they were meant to be heard. “We have never been interested in nostalgia - we love soul music because it’s brilliant. We think it resonates with young people today as it has a timeless universal message - what really matters resides in relationships, not material things.” DNSC Presented by Deptford Northern Soul Club. This is an 18+ event.Read more
Sandy Rivera (kings Of Tomorrow)
£5 tickets on sale thursday 19 december at 10 am exclusively to those that request a dice reminder. This April, we’re super excited to welcome back Sandy Rivera aka Kings of Tomorrow for his sophomore takeover of our DJ booth! Best known for the timeless, once in a generation banger that is ‘Finally’, the Defected records alumni has released numerous more anthems with the label such as ‘Fall for You’, ‘I Can’t Stop’ and much more. Tracks released within the famous Sandy Rivera x Defected partnership have (and still) resonated through decades of house music movement. It’s clear to see Rivera has a gift for forging classic tracks, which why many consider him to be one of the best dance music producers of his generation and is most certainly hall of fame destined… His DJ sets in turn reflect the timeless nature of his music: emotional, absorbing, beautiful. We can’t wait to see it all live in the flesh this Saturday 19th April. — Club Metropolis: five floors of debauchery and naughtiness in an iconic East LDN str!p club where everyone is welcome. Our DJs are serving a tasting menu of house, disco, bratty sounds, club classics and dirt from 10am ‘til 4am. It’s giving high-energy revelry for kings, queens and everything in between – all night long (complete with an extravagant entourage of professional dancers). Slay you on Saturday! Presented by Metropolis (Venue). This is an 18+ eventRead more
Remy Bond
Remy Bond creates timeless pop anthems steeped in nostalgia and cinematic allure. Blending vintage aesthetics with contemporary lyricism, her music invites listeners into a world where the golden age of Hollywood meets modern-day sensibilities.Read more
Chez Damier
Nt's loft presents. an intimate club + terrace space overlooking the East London skyline. Free table reservations available via our website - subject to availability. Chez Damier takes over the loft booth with a vast record collection including sounds from the golden era of house music and Chicago-tinged contemporary classics. Important ticket information Ticket time requirements must be adhered to. Late arrival will incur a surcharge at the door for entry. This is not guaranteed and subject to capacity. Presented by Night Tales Loft. This is an 18+ event. Bring your ID card with you. ID Scanner in place.Read more
Nick Mohammed is Mr Swallow: Show Pony
Taskmaster loser Nick Mohammed returns as his critically acclaimed alter-ego Mr. Swallow with a brand new show. Show Pony has been described by Mr. Swallow as “payback for everyone who didn’t come to the last tour” and will cover everything from not having his own sitcom to not having his own sitcom… and everything in between (critical race theory). As per - expect magic, music and a whole load of brand new mistakes.Read more
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