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Dispatches from the village — written by people who walk these streets every day. History, food, culture and the stories behind the places you love.
Local Life
New Year's Eve in Hampstead: Where to Welcome the New Year
New Year's Eve in Hampstead: Where to Welcome the New Year, a locally written, practical guide to what to know, where to go, and how to plan your visit.
Beatrice Thornton · 2 min read
Local Life
Archway Guide: Living, Eating, and Getting Around N19
A guide to Archway: transport links, housing, food and drink, green space near Whittington Park, and how it connects to Highgate and Holloway.
Oliver Hartwell · 4 min read
Local Life
Gospel Oak: A North London Neighbourhood Guide
Gospel Oak, a locally written guide with insider tips, the best spots, and what to know before you go. Plan your visit with confidence.
Beatrice Thornton · 2 min read
Local Life
Renting in Hampstead: A Practical Guide for Tenants
What to know about renting a home in Hampstead, typical property types, costs, neighbourhoods within the area, and tips for finding the right place.
Oliver Hartwell · 3 min read
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Is Hampstead Expensive? A Visitor's Cost Guide
Hampstead has a reputation for being pricey, but a visit can cost almost nothing or a small fortune depending on choices. An honest breakdown of what a day here really costs.
James Calloway · 4 min read
Local Life
Kenwood Concerts 2026: Tickets, Tips, and How to Have the Perfect Evening
Kenwood House concerts 2026: dates, tickets, how to book, what to bring, and how to make the most of one of London's finest summer evenings. The complete guide.
Oliver Hartwell · 5 min read
Local Life
Beauty Salons and Spas in Hampstead: The NW3 Self-Care Guide
Beauty salons, nail bars, facialists and spa treatments in Hampstead, what's available in NW3, what it costs, and how to choose. A complete self-care guide.
Beatrice Thornton · 2 min read
Local Life
Hampstead vs Primrose Hill: Which North London Village Wins?
Hampstead vs Primrose Hill: Which North London Village Wins?, a locally written, practical guide to what to know, where to go, and how to plan your visit.
Oliver Hartwell · 2 min read
Local Life
Halloween on Hampstead Heath: Spooky Walks and Local Events
How to spend Halloween in Hampstead, atmospheric Heath walks, local events, ghost stories, and where to go for a properly spooky autumn evening.
Oliver Hartwell · 3 min read
Local Life
Valentine's Day in Hampstead: Romantic Things to Do
The most romantic things to do in Hampstead for Valentine's Day, atmospheric walks, cosy restaurants, historic pubs, and quiet corners for two.
Oliver Hartwell · 3 min read
Local Life
Buying Property in Hampstead: A Practical Guide
Buying Property in Hampstead, a locally written guide with insider tips, the best spots, and what to know before you go. Plan your visit with confidence.
Oliver Hartwell · 2 min read
Local Life
Nature Walks for Kids on Hampstead Heath: A Family Guide
The best nature walks and wildlife spotting routes for children on Hampstead Heath, short, manageable, and genuinely engaging for young explorers.
Oliver Hartwell · 3 min read
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Things to Do in Camden (and How to Combine It with Hampstead)
Things to Do in Camden (and How to Combine It with Hampstead), a locally written guide with insider tips, the best spots, and what to know before you go....
Oliver Hartwell · 2 min read
Local Life
Columbia Road Flower Market: A Complete Guide
Columbia Road Flower Market guide, opening times, what to buy, the best shops, when to arrive and what to do nearby. Everything for visiting E2's Sunday flower market.
Beatrice Thornton · 4 min read
Local Life
The Hampstead Heath Funfair: A Bank Holiday Tradition
The Hampstead Heath Funfair, a locally written guide with insider tips, the best spots, and what to know before you go. Plan your visit with confidence.
James Calloway · 2 min read