Claire’s Local Guidebook
Local Neighbourhoods
London is comprised of 32 boroughs each with diverse identities. The neighbourhoods I've covered here are just the local ones but if you want to know about anywhere in particular please do ask.
Queens Road Peckham is probably the quieter more residential end of Peckham but it still has lots to offer and all within 8 minutes walk.
13 locals recommend
Queen's Road
20 Queens RdQueens Road Peckham is probably the quieter more residential end of Peckham but it still has lots to offer and all within 8 minutes walk.
Peckham Rye has a very diverse and busy high street & the surrounding residential streets have many hidden gems. Peckham really comes to life at night and is a great place for an evening out. It also has a vibrant art scene so do check the internet to see what is on.
11 locals recommend
Peckham Rye
Peckham RyePeckham Rye has a very diverse and busy high street & the surrounding residential streets have many hidden gems. Peckham really comes to life at night and is a great place for an evening out. It also has a vibrant art scene so do check the internet to see what is on.
Nunhead has a real village feel and is quite a rarity in London due to its high number of independent retailers. There is a baker, fishmonger, florist, fruit & veg shop, butcher, deli, craft beer & natural wine shop, alongside an excellent pub called The Old Nuns Head & a cemetery dating back to 1840 which is well worth a look.
14 locals recommend
Nunhead
Nunhead has a real village feel and is quite a rarity in London due to its high number of independent retailers. There is a baker, fishmonger, florist, fruit & veg shop, butcher, deli, craft beer & natural wine shop, alongside an excellent pub called The Old Nuns Head & a cemetery dating back to 1840 which is well worth a look.
A very family friendly area of London with a bustling high street full of independent retailers, restaurants & cafes and plenty of green space.
28 locals recommend
East Dulwich
A very family friendly area of London with a bustling high street full of independent retailers, restaurants & cafes and plenty of green space.
A lovely neighbourhood 10 minutes by bus or 30 minutes walk. There are many many good restaurants and bars all very close to each other & many nice residential streets to explore on foot.
36 locals recommend
Camberwell
A lovely neighbourhood 10 minutes by bus or 30 minutes walk. There are many many good restaurants and bars all very close to each other & many nice residential streets to explore on foot.
A vibrant albeit quite touristy area of London. Situated right next to the Thames Greenwich is famous for the Cutty Sark, The Royal Naval College, The Royal Observatory & Park. Its a lovely place for a Sunday afternoon walk with a fantastic local market.
541 locals recommend
Greenwich
A vibrant albeit quite touristy area of London. Situated right next to the Thames Greenwich is famous for the Cutty Sark, The Royal Naval College, The Royal Observatory & Park. Its a lovely place for a Sunday afternoon walk with a fantastic local market.
Green Spaces
Local park with community garden, cafe & tennis courts. There is an abundance of cherry trees to pick from!
232 locals recommend
Burgess Park
Cobourg RoadLocal park with community garden, cafe & tennis courts. There is an abundance of cherry trees to pick from!
Local park with cafe, children's play area, Japanese garden and plenty of paths to roam. Perfectly situated between Peckham, East Dulwich, Honor Oak Park, Nunhead and Forest Hill.
130 locals recommend
Peckham Rye Common
34 Straker's RdLocal park with cafe, children's play area, Japanese garden and plenty of paths to roam. Perfectly situated between Peckham, East Dulwich, Honor Oak Park, Nunhead and Forest Hill.
Groceries
There are 4 supermarkets within 10 minutes walk.
Lidl
3 Bellenden RdLarge, cheap supermarket
ALDI
689 Holloway RdLarge, Cheap Supermarket
Sainsbury's Local
646-650 Wandsworth RdSmall convenience store for basic supplies
Morrisons
The GroveLarge, cheap supermarket
Food & Drink - Queens Road, Peckham
Blackbird Bakery London
134 Queen's RdDelicious pastries, sourdough, coffee and cakes.
Kudu
119 Queen's RdCutting edge South African cuisine
Small plates & natural wine. It has a wine shop inside and dj's on a weekend.
118 locals recommend
Peckham Levels
95a Rye LnSmall plates & natural wine. It has a wine shop inside and dj's on a weekend.
Mamma Dough - Peckham
179 Queen's RdExcellent sourdough pizza
Beer Rebellion
129 Queen's RdExtensive selection of craft beers
Prince of Peckham Pub
1 Clayton RdGreat for drinking & dancing on a Saturday night
Food & Drink - Peckham Rye
Levan
12-16 Blenheim GroveSmall plates & natural wine
Ganapati
38 Holly GroveSouth Indian Restaurant
The Begging Bowl
168 Bellenden RdThai concept restaurant
The Montpelier
43 Choumert RdLively Gastropub with music nights
General Store
174 Bellenden RdIndependent speciality food shop
Artusi
161 Bellenden RdModern Italian restaurant
Mr Bao
293-295 Rye LnTaiwanese small plates & bao buns. My favourite!
Roof top bar/cafe/exhibition open in the summer months with fantastic views over London
257 locals recommend
Frank's Cafe
95A Rye LnRoof top bar/cafe/exhibition open in the summer months with fantastic views over London
Trendy complex with street food, bars, restaurants, studios & yoga
118 locals recommend
Peckham Levels
95a Rye LnTrendy complex with street food, bars, restaurants, studios & yoga
Local Cinemas
Multi-screen cinema. Don't expect a luxury cinema experience but tickets are only £5!!
213 locals recommend
Peckhamplex
95A Rye LnMulti-screen cinema. Don't expect a luxury cinema experience but tickets are only £5!!
East Dulwich Picturehouse
116a Lordship Ln3 screen cinema in East Dulwich
Food & Drink - Camberwell
A highly recommended breakfast/brunch spot. It turns into a cocktail bar at night with great dj's.
Corner Store
A highly recommended breakfast/brunch spot. It turns into a cocktail bar at night with great dj's.
The Camberwell Arms
65 Camberwell Church StGreat quality gastropub
Stormbird
25 Camberwell Church StCraft beer heaven
Good Neighbour
21 Camberwell Church StSmall plates & cocktails
Theo's
2 Grove LnSourdough Pizzeria