Camden Town
NW1
Famed for its own market and one of London’s most vibrant shopping and entertainment neighbourhoods, Camden Town is the place to be. You’ll find this place within London, just south of Hampstead and Belsize Park. Fancy a drink? The Hawley Arms pub is loved by the locals and is a good way to get to know them. When you’re not in the market, why not explore Primrose Hill and the Regent’s Park, where you’ll find Regent’s Canal and ZSL London Zoo.
Restaurants & Pubs
Gordon Ramsay’s York and Albany is a modern British restaurant situated in Clerkenwell. But if you would rather have a drink in the local pub, give the Edinboro Castle, the Hawley Arms, or the Lock Tavern Camden a try.
Whether you’re more of a veggie or a meat-eater, Mildreds Camden (a vegetarian restaurant) and Haché Burgers Camden (a hamburger restaurant) have got you covered.
In the mood for a restaurant serving different tasty cuisines? Why not try Bar Gansa (Spanish), Bento Ramen (Japanese), Feng Shang Princess (Chinese), Mai Sushi (Japanese), Mestizo Mexican Restaurant (Mexican), Namaaste Kitchen (Indian), or Taste of India (Indian).
Or what about Clerkenwell’s collection pubs and gastropubs. Find out what Queen’s Head & Artichoke, the Lansdowne Pub & Dining Room, the Prince Albert, or the Princess of Wales is about.
Places of Interest
There are also a few museums and galleries. Lisson Gallery is an art gallery which was founded by Nicholas Logsdail in 1967. Madame Tussauds London is a museum chain which exhibits life-size wax replicas of famous celebrities and historic icons. Founded in 1990, the Sherlock Holmes Museum is dedicated to the fictional world of Sherlock Holmes at 221b Baker Street in Camden Town. You can see Henry Wellcome, a 19th-century collector, collection of medical antiquities, plus hi-tech modern displays and art at the Wellcome Collection in Camden Town.
The Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre is sure to entertain you with its many performances.
But if you’d rather sit down in the quiet and read a simple book, the British Library is open to anyone wanting to read fiction and non-fiction alike.
Landmarks & Activities
If you’re more of a clubber, Egg London Nightclub and the Blues Kitchen (a blues club) will become your new favourite places to be.
Notable places to explore are, ZSL London Zoo, Camden Town Library, Somers Town, and St. Pancras Old Church.
Wanting to start working out and get fitter? The Fitness First Camden and PureGym London Camden are two gyms you could try out.
Nearby supermarkets include, Whole Foods Market, Pets at Home Camden, and Sainsbury’s.
Green Spaces
Established in 1811, the Regent’s Park is a gorgeous place to play games, walk the dog, and relax. This is also where you’ll find Regent’s Canal.
62.2 acres in area, Primrose Hill is a nice park with panoramic views.
Designed for skaters, bladers, and BMX bikers, Cantelowes Skatepark is a cool place to practice and have fun.
Other notable green spaces within Camden Town worthy of an explore include, London Zoo Park, Park Square, Queen Mary’s Rose Gardens, the Hub, and Will to Win Regents Park Tennis Centre.
Education
Nurseries in Camden Town include, Agar Children’s Centre, Harmood Children’s Centre, and Regent’s Park Children’s Centre.
Netley Primary School is not only a school, but a centre for autism. Even if your child/ren haven’t got autism, they will be treated with care and will learn in ways best suited to them. Other primary schools (7-11) in Camden Town include, Brecknock Primary School, Edith Neville Primary School, Hawley Primary School, Primrose Hill Primary School, and Richard Cobden Primary School. If you’d prefer your child/ren attend a religious primary school, Christ Church Church of England Primary School, Holy Trinity and St. Silas Church of England Primary School, Our Lady’s Roman Catholic Primary School, St. Mary and St. Pancras Church of England Primary School, or St. Michael’s Camden Town Church of England Primary School could be the place for them.
When looking for secondary schools (11-16), Haverstock School or Maria Fidelis Catholic School are great contenders for your child/ren. But if you’d prefer a school with its own sixth form, Regent High School and Regent Sixth Form (11-18) is another place to check out.
If you’re interested in doing A Levels, industry-focused vocational courses (including BTEC, UAL, and City & Guilds, from Entry Level through to Level 3), and apprenticeships, Westminster Kingsway (WestKing) College (16-18) will help you begin your journey to your dream career.
The London Business School (LBS) is a university in Camden Town. They offer executive education, master degrees, and PhDs.
