Homerton Area Guide
A locals' guide to Homerton
Where do Homerton 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
Did you know?
"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!"
Michal Bocian
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What locals say about Homerton
“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
“Most trendy food street in east London. Drastically improved environment, and above all good / sophisticated people moving in. Excellent access to Overground, Olympic park and Homerton Hospital”
Fahad
“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 Homerton
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.
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
Coeo
Nt's loft presents. an intimate club + terrace space overlooking the East London skyline. Free table reservations available via our website - subject to availability. 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
About Homerton
Homerton is a district in East London, in the London Borough of Hackney. It is bordered to the west by Hackney Central, to the north by Lower Clapton, in the east by Hackney Wick, Leyton and by South Hackney to the south. The coming of the railways and the building of the fever hospital drove many of the wealthier residents away. The tightly packed Victorian streets provided homes for the clerks and employees of the new purpose built factories being built in the area. From 1937 onwards, the London County Council built mass housing, sweeping away the worst of the slums, but also eliminating many older buildings containing shops on Homerton High Street, effectively destroying it as a commercial area. The oldest surviving residential building in Hackney is Sutton House on Homerton High Street. It was built in 1535 and is owned and run by the National Trust. Although this has been, in recent years, a rather depressed area of Hackney, itself a poor borough, Homerton's prospects are brightening. The arrival of the Channel Link at nearby Stratford, coupled with the London Summer Olympics, which took place nearby in 2012, may spell a revival in its fortunes.
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