6 Reasons Why This London Neighbourhood Is Our New Favourite Destination
One of the greatest parts about living in London is that there is always something going on – from art exhibitions to theatre, foodie openings to fashion pop-ups, the city never slows down. And if you’re looking for a place to live, work and play in the capital, you don’t have to live in Central London to have it all – in fact, Greenwich Peninsula is the undiscovered neighbourhood that is becoming one of the most sought-after destinations in the city.
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1. Stunning free public art
Walk through the Peninsula, and it’s hard to miss the art around you – the area is home to one of London’s most notable free public art collections, including an extensive Thames-side public art trail featuring 16 major works by artists such as Antony Gormley, Morag Myerscough and Allen Jones, and six Damien Hirst sculptures – the largest freely accessible collection of Hirst’s work in the world.
Don’t miss a visit to Firepit Art Gallery, which is home to 12 resident artists and offers an experimental programme of exhibitions, workshops, performances and community projects.
Walk through the Peninsula, and it’s hard to miss the art around you.
2. A neighbourhood food hall
You know you’re in the right place when you have easy access to some seriously good food without having to travel too far. We love Canteen Food Hall & Bar, a neighbourhood food hall that has six independent street food kitchens under one roof, serving globally inspired flavours, from rich ramen and bao at Noodes, to authentic Jamaican jerk at Jerk Vibes, and vibrant Mexican street food at Hermanos.
You know you’re in the right place when you have easy access to some seriously good food without having to travel too far.
3. Riverside properties
An apartment with a river view? Yes, please. At Peninsula Riverfront, you can live in gorgeous designer spaces with cascading roof terraces and amenities designed by Tom Dixon and Sophie Ashby. Being a resident here gives you easy access to the pool, four gyms, five outdoor terraces (including a BBQ area), a co-working space, screening rooms and a private dining room. Peninsula Gardens also has a three-storey gym, 24-hour concierge, landscaped gardens, co-working areas and lounges.
Surrounded on three sides by the Thames, Greenwich Peninsula offers a stunning waterside setting to live, and has 48 acres of open and green space, where you can enjoy walks, go for a run, bike or meditate. It’s also easily connected to Central London via the underground from North Greenwich station, and of course, being a resident here gives you easy access to The O2 for some of London’s best concerts and entertainment.
4. A lineup of cultural experiences
There’s a year-round programme of things to do and see at Greenwich Peninsula, from major cultural events to everyday moments of creativity. From Diwali this month to Lunar New Year celebrations and a lovely festive market planned for the winter, there’s always something to look forward to. Also set to launch soon is The Dial – Home of Meantime, a new sports bar and microbrewery that will serve craft beers alongside a lively programme of sport and social events. And next year will see the launch of Troubadour Greenwich Peninsula Theatre, which will host large-scale, world-class productions and international live entertainment with two state-of-the-art auditoriums, each seating 1,500 guests.
There’s always a reason to make a trip to Greenwich Peninsula with its calendar of exciting cultural activities.
5. An innovative Coworking Space
Design District includes dedicated Coworking spaces that give you access to flexible desks and breakout areas, with a host of complimentary wellness classes available to book. When you become a member, you can also get discounted access to London’s only rooftop basketball court. There is a range of membership options available, from hot desks for £175 a month to serviced studios designed for teams of two to 50 people, complete with super-fast Wi-Fi.
6. An independent dining destination
Greenwich Peninsula’s go-to dining destination is Bureau Restaurant, which is nestled in the heart of the Design District. The restaurant serves rotating menus and can take you from breakfast through to lunch, with spaces available to host private dinners, canapé receptions or networking events. On the menu, we spotted pan-fried sea bream with smoked haddock arancini, Bureau’s Korean chicken burger and spicy sausage rigatoni. Plus, there are always freshly prepared seasonal salads and sandwiches available.
Greenwich Peninsula’s go-to dining destination is Bureau Restaurant.
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