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REGENT STREET CINEMA

307 Regent St., London W1B 2HW
OPENING HOURS
  • Monday: 12:30 – 10:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 12:30 – 10:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 12:30 – 10:30 PM
  • Thursday: 12:30 – 11:00 PM
  • Friday: 12:30 – 11:30 PM
  • Saturday: 12:00 – 11:30 PM
  • Sunday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM

This place opened back in 1848 so it’s no wonder they call it the birthplace of British cinema. Located on Regent Street, it contains 187 seats and a pretty big foyer bar where audiences and the public can drink every evening and weekend. And these guys screen it all, from indies and studio films to adaptations and classic remakes. Expect only the best from the place that first showed moving pictures in Britain.

OLYMPIC STUDIOS

Olympic Studios, Church Rd, London SW13 9HL
OPENING HOURS
  • Monday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Thursday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Friday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Sunday: 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM

Housed in the world famous Olympic Recording Studio in Barnes, this two screen cinema is proper luxe. Not only does it feature high-end tech (like a premier sound system), but it’s also got reclining seats with individual tables and a private members screening club. Expect all the latest releases along with classic cinema films (and snacks).

ARTHOUSE

159A Tottenham Ln, London N8 9BT
OPENING HOURS
  • Monday: 11:30 AM – 12:00 AM
  • Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 12:00 AM
  • Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 12:00 AM
  • Thursday: 11:30 AM – 12:00 AM
  • Friday: 11:30 AM – 12:00 AM
  • Saturday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
  • Sunday: 12:00 – 11:30 PM

This indie cinema was the former Salvation Army Hall but now it’s a Crouch End fave that develops new and classic works reflecting the multi-cultural nature of our city. And as you can guess from the name, it’s not only a two-screen cinema venue but a live arts space too. Its programme favours independent and international movies, while the foyer area features a bar and café serving up a good offering for snacks.

RICH MIX

35-47 Bethnal Grn Rd, London E1 6LA
OPENING HOURS
  • Monday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Thursday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Friday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Saturday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Sunday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Rich Mix is an East London social enterprise and independent arts venue featuring three cinema screens, as well as an exhibition and performance space. They’re rooted in the city but champion diversity, covering pretty much every genre imaginable so expect all the mainstream classics alongside independent films too.

RIVERSIDE STUDIOS

101 Queen Caroline St, London W6 9BN
OPENING HOURS
  • Monday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Saturday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Sunday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM

After closing for redevelopment way back in 2014, Riverside Studios, the former telly studio and arts space overlooking the Thames by Hammersmith Bridge, is back as a state-of-the-art film complex. There are two screens: the larger Screen One with 208 comfy seats, 4k resolution projection and Dolby 7.1 surround sound, and the smaller 48-seater Screen Two, with both open to the public every night of the week.

CATFORD MEWS

32 Winslade Way, London SE6 4JU
OPENING HOURS
  • Monday: 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
  • Thursday: 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
  • Friday: 9:00 AM – 11:30 PM
  • Saturday: 9:00 AM – 11:30 PM
  • Sunday: 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM

As well as a cafe, a bar, local food traders, a community room and a live music space, Catford Mews is also home to three cinema screens, with a total of 220 seats. The programme is varied, with a mix of blockbusters, family faves and indie releases all being screened, so there really is something for everyone.

URBAN FOOD FEST

Addison Primary School, Addison Primary School, Addison Gardens, London

You’ll find Urban Food Fest street food and farmer’s markets all across the country, but head to Hammersmith to feast on their newest addition to the scene. Every Saturday you can expect a stellar line up of food trucks, fresh locally sourced farmer’s produce, dessert stalls, craft drinks & more.

VICTORIA PARK MARKET

Sundays, 10am - 4pm
Unnamed Road, South Hackney, London E9 7HN

Sister to Lloyd Park Market in Walthamstow, Victoria Park Market features stalls selling seasonal produce including fruit and veg, fresh fish, locally baked bread, cheese, meat, olive oil, pickles, herbs, spices and more as well as street food from traders like Kolkati, Mother Flipper, Eat Lah, Anna Mae’s, Calamari Canteen, and Jollof Mama.

NETIL MARKET

13-23 Westgate St, Hackney, London E8 3RL

The market next to Netil House in London Fields has quietly turned into one of the best spots for street food in the city. With traders including Sonora, BAO, Lucky Chip, The Bagel Guys and Treats Club, there’s tons of variety for such a small market, and they’ve got some great non-food boutiques as well.

WALTHAMSTOW WETLANDS

2 Forest Rd, London N17 9NH
OPENING HOURS
  • Monday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Sunday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Walthamstow can feel like a million miles away from London (in a good way) and a lot of that has to do with Walthamstow Wetlands, the largest urban wetland in Europe. The 211 hectare nature reserve has something for everyone, whether you’re looking for a weekend walk or bike ride, or even a spot of fishing. It’s the perfect place to escape the city and it’s just a tube ride away.

LLOYD PARK MARKET

Forest Rd, London E17 4PP
OPENING HOURS
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: Closed
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Sunday: Closed

The team behind Victoria Park Market expanded to E17 with Lloyd Park Market. Held every Saturday, the market features fresh seasonal produce, meat, fish, baked goods and booze from the likes of Ted’s Veg, Picks Organic Farm, Breadwinners, Finest Fayre, Borough Olives, Natural Born Wine, Hush Hush Chefs and Galeta. There’s also a rotating selection of street food traders like Ehla, Filigrillz, and Kolkati so you can eat whilst you shop.

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