Hannah's Guidebook
Sightseeing
You can walk from the house to Hampstead Health - one of the best open spaces in London. Closest spot is Parliament Hill fields where there is a straightforward cafe to get a coffee (or fantastic pasta) and enjoy the view - walk up the hill from the cafe to see some of the best views of London! For a longer walk continue up to Kenwood House - you can have lunch there. The ladies or mixed ponds in summer are a must (or winter if very brave!). Also the Gospel Oak Lido (outdoor/unheated pool) which is better for kids (and also has a nice cafe/falafel stand behind it and a large playground up the path from the lido adjacent to the railway track). Google maps will help you navigate around the health.
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Hampstead Heath
You can walk from the house to Hampstead Health - one of the best open spaces in London. Closest spot is Parliament Hill fields where there is a straightforward cafe to get a coffee (or fantastic pasta) and enjoy the view - walk up the hill from the cafe to see some of the best views of London! For a longer walk continue up to Kenwood House - you can have lunch there. The ladies or mixed ponds in summer are a must (or winter if very brave!). Also the Gospel Oak Lido (outdoor/unheated pool) which is better for kids (and also has a nice cafe/falafel stand behind it and a large playground up the path from the lido adjacent to the railway track). Google maps will help you navigate around the health.
Food scene
Franco Manca
52 Broadway MarketIf you want a more fancy place without going into to central London - quick journey from Kentish Town West (need to book!).
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Trullo
300-302 St Paul's RdIf you want a more fancy place without going into to central London - quick journey from Kentish Town West (need to book!).
Kings X is a very easy journey from Kentish Town - could also try Caravan or Mildred’s (veggie). Book in advance..
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Dishoom King's Cross
5 Stable StKings X is a very easy journey from Kentish Town - could also try Caravan or Mildred’s (veggie). Book in advance..
Not really for kids but great food/vibe - also Tabac next door for pre/post dinner drink..
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Patron Cave à Manger
26 Fortess RdNot really for kids but great food/vibe - also Tabac next door for pre/post dinner drink..
Cinnamon Village 2
162 Blackstock RdVery easy to eat outdoors - good for a quick lunch.
Amazing sushi in this not to be missed neighbourhood restaurant (and very affordable considering the high quality) - don’t miss the handrolls if you go!
Haku Kitchin
Amazing sushi in this not to be missed neighbourhood restaurant (and very affordable considering the high quality) - don’t miss the handrolls if you go!
Local pubs
Incredible and affordable Thai food
The Pineapple
53 Hercules RdThe Junction Tavern Kentish Town
101 Fortess RdSupermarket
Plastic free, delicious and affordable fruit and veg minutes from the house.... Grab a reusable bag from the hallway and stock up! It’s small and narrow - best for one person to go!
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Fam Market
155-157 Fortess RdPlastic free, delicious and affordable fruit and veg minutes from the house.... Grab a reusable bag from the hallway and stock up! It’s small and narrow - best for one person to go!
Sainsbury's Local
1-3 Bryanston StCo-op Food - Fortess Road
9 Fortess RdPlayground
Montpelier Gardens
13B Montpelier GroveLittle park at the end of the road with a kids playground and some benches.
Montpelier Gardens
13B Montpelier GroveSmall playground a few minutes from the house…good for younger kids
Falkland Place Toddler & Junior Playground
5 Falkland PlA playground a few minutes walk from the house