Hackney Downs Area Guide
A locals' guide to Hackney Downs
Where do Hackney Downs locals go?
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
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"Renowned pioneer of female independence, Hackney born Dorothy Levitt was the holder of both the world water speed record and the ladies land speed record. Her tip for women drivers travelling alone? Carry a revolver!"
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What locals say about Hackney Downs
“I love Hackney Downs for its diversity and great food options! ”
Diego
“I love Hackney because it is so diverse and a great place to be. It is an amazing feeling to live in Hackney because it is filled with so many different people from all around the world. I love going to Hackney empire to watch shows with my friends, especially comedy shows. I've grown up in Hackney all my life and I've watched it transform into this amazing place I knew it could be. All the buildings, streets and roads bring back so many memories and each place in Hackney has significance to me and that's why I love it. I couldn't wish for another place to be other than Hackney due to its welcoming people, diversity, talent and its beauty. Hackney really is the place to be.”
Awa
“Hackney is a prized jewel in the crown of East London. With its Victorian architecture and ample transport links into the commercial heart of London, busy city workers can commute to Liverpool St in ten minutes yet still happily spend their weekends drinking Artisan coffee on the green expanses of London Fields. It is a true cultural melting pot, in the sense that it has embraced all of the influences borne upon it, as well as within. Music, art and food are central to Hackneyâs cultured soul so you cannot spend a day here without falling in love with at least one of them. With a large influx of young, first time buyers in the last five years, as well as the original crowd that have seen drastic changes in the last decade, Hackney has a genuine sense of rejuvenation to it â a borough that has slipped seamlessly from antiquated to vintage and is still ripening in 2015.”
Alex
Activities near Hackney Downs
Ed Gamble: Fresh Hell
Another 'bracing flurry of idiocy' from the comedian Ed Gamble.
The Music of The Lord of The Rings: Tribute to Howard Shore
Our precious concert in a 19th century church in the heart of the Royal Borough of Kensington. Experience the majestic music of the iconic saga «Lord of the Rings» films in a unique experience not to be missed. A delight for the whole family is guaranteed. Performed by the modern orchestra Mystery Ensemble, the virtuoso playing of the musicians will instantly transport you to a distant fantasy world with elves, hobbits and dwarves! Music loved by millions of people gives you goosebumps.Read more
After
SJM Concerts Presents: After Plus Support Presented by SJM Concerts. This is an 18+ event.
Natalie Shay
Natalie Shay is a critically acclaimed, multi-award-winning musician and songwriter known for her explosive live performances and vibrant, infectious anthems.Read more
Seahaven
Moody, emotional indie rock built on atmosphere, honesty and quietly powerful storytelling.![A Day With Roger Sanchez [all Day Long]](https://web-prod-page-assets.foxtons.co.uk/poi/3820/480/1ce4fd2c-89d1-44cb-a090-d629c8c14dd6-LST953876.jpg)
A Day With Roger Sanchez [all Day Long]
Roger Sanchez joins us for the first time at Night Tales for a very very special day party in our Terrace. From humble beginnings in New York City, digging through crates of old vinyl and playing at house parties in Queens, he rose to dominate dance floors and headline festival main stages all around the world. After his journey began in the late ’80s, Roger seized his moment, starting with a few singles and building a legacy that now includes over two thousand original productions and remixes. Free table reservations via our website Paid tickets required for terrace access Last entry 2am 18+ ID scanner in operation. No ID / no entry. Presented by Night Tales. This is an 18+ event. Bring your ID card with you. ID Scanner in place.Read more
Bushbaby & Friends
After rising from Brighton's underground, Bushbaby links up with Origins again this time at Night Tales for a special bank holiday weekend party joined by some special friends. Terrace entry is always free From 6pm on Friday From 3pm on Saturday Book a free table via our website Walk-ins always welcome Pizza served by sons of slice until 10pm Ticket required for club entry Last entry 2am 18+ ID scanner in operation No ID / no entry Presented by Night Tales. This is an 18+ event. Bring your ID card with you. ID Scanner in place.Read more
About Hackney Downs
Hackney Downs is an open space and a broader area in Lower Clapton, in the London Borough of Hackney. It borders on Stoke Newington to the west and Shacklewell to the south. Although part of Clapton, as a distinct area, it can be said to be bounded by Amhurst Road to the south, Kenninghall Road to the north, Cricketfield Road to the east and the railway to the west, thus occupying most of the western half of Lower Clapton and some of the shrinking district of Shacklewell. The streets north and south of the park are dominated by social housing – these areas were largely rebuilt during the 1930s and 1960s. The Downs open space was originally common land, preserved from the 1860s as parkland as a result of pressure by the Commons Preservation Society. At 16 hectares (40 acres), the park is one of the larger open spaces wholly within the London Borough of Hackney. It has a play area, basketball courts, football pitches and a bowling green.
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