Southwark and surrounding areas Area Guide
A locals' guide to Southwark and surrounding areas
Where do Southwark and surrounding areas locals go?
Tate Modern Kitchen & Bar
Nothing quite like sitting down with a cold, crisp glass of wine after a stroll along the south bank. The bar on the 6th floor of Tate Modern also comes with one of the best views in town AND the added benefit of supporting a fantastic arts institution. Later weekend opening times make this a great place to watch the sunset.Read more
POTUS Bar & Restaurant
A modern new bar located on the Albert Embankment. It offers modern interiors with fantastic music, great vibes and a place to go for after work drinks. Located in the Crowne Plaza Hotel, it comprises of great American food and cocktails inspired by past American presidents, hence the name POTUS (President of the United States)Read more
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"Owing to its close proximity to Goldsmiths University of London, Camberwell is well known for its artistic residents, including comedienne Jenny Eclair and Florence Welch from Florence and the Machine."
The tallest building in the EU, Borough Market and a stunning setting along the Thames - London Bridge has it all!
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What locals say about Southwark and surrounding areas
“I've lived in Camberwell for just over 10 years and love living here. In zone 2, we are so close to the centre of London but manage to achieve a really lovely community village-type feel. Our neighbours have lived here for generations and really look out for us; the bars are really great and there are some fantastic gastropubs - one of which we were lucky enough to get married in! Our wedding was at Southwark Registry Office at the end of Havil Street and we came back to the flat and had WONDERFUL photos in the green across from our flat and champagne with the neighbours, followed by a fabulous dinner and party at The Bear â on the other side of Camberwell Green towards Oval. Burgess Park has hosted many a birthday party in the summer in the BBQ areas. And friends coming from North London are always amazed and impressed with how lovely the area is and how close to the centre of London we are.”
Hannah
“Vibrant location with a huge variety of shops and restaurants. Located in Central London, with good connections thanks to the Jubilee and Nothern Lines. Lots of young professionals and couples living in the area.”
Luis
“South Bermondsey is quiet and close to the center”
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Activities near Southwark and surrounding areas
Natural Jazz: x Voices Radio
Celebrate first Fridays at Tate Modern with live, improvised jazz by Voices Radio and a curated selection of wines from Tate’s cellar
Paul Smith's Foundation: Designers Launch at Tate
Join us for the launch of an exclusive new T-shirt collection created for Tate in collaboration with Paul Smith's Foundation
Adsuk Cinema Museum Trip
Join us on Saturday 6th June for a tour of one of London's most unique museums! The Cinema Museum in Kennington has a vast collection of items relating to the cinema, many of which date from the Art Deco period. The trustees will be giving our group a tailored guided tour which will take around two hours, and which will include: an outside (weather allowing) chat about the buildings and the workhouse history of the buildings a walk through the Museum - picking up on some items from the collections on the way - and answering any questions the screening of shorts from yesteryear a talk about the Cinema Museum and its relationship to Art Deco tea and cake! The Cinema Museum Tour will run from 11am to 1pm. https://cinemamuseum.org.uk/Read more
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Reggae Bingo
Get ready to dive into a night of pure entertainment - packed with comedy, chaos, dance-offs, reggae-oke, and cash prizes up for grabs. Our resident DJ and host will be dropping the biggest tunes from Dancehall, Soca, Reggae, Old Skool & Anthems all night long!Read more
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