islington Area Guide
A Stone’s Throw From Central London
Islington is London’s second smallest borough, with around 217,000 residents. But don’t be fooled – Islington punches well above its modest weight in so many ways. From its booming economy and boutique shops to its vast array of restaurants, bars, and nightlife, Islington has it all. This hive of arts, tech, and creativity is just four miles from central London.
While its long been a favourite with the ‘champagne socialites’, today Islington treads a fine line between upmarket and ‘street’. Stroll along Upper Street to our stylish Needspace? offices off Holloway Road, and you’ll see how well this works. Islington is a wonderful place for work, rest, and play, and has the talent you need to help your business thrive.
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5 MINUTES WALK FROM HOLLOWAY ROAD TUBE
Islington Transport Links
Islington has excellent public transport links, with lots of local buses and four Tube stations within easy reach. Holloway Road is just 5 minutes’ walk from our Needspace Islington office, while Caledonian Road, Highbury & Islington and Angel are also nearby.
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Business Networking
Islington has several productive and long standing networking groups and events. Visit the sites below to learn more:
Places to Eat and Drink
Bababoom
A cut above your average kebab joint, Bababoom serves up tasty and delicious fast food, with plenty of healthy options too.
Afghan Kitchen
Overlooking Islington Green, this local favourite serves up authentic Afghan home cooking.
Ottolenghi
Celebrity Chef Yotam Ottolenghi’s cafe-deli restaurant has everything from salads to cooked dishes, mouth-watering breakfasts and cakes and pastries.
Frederick’s
This Islington institution has been running since the 1960s. Expect great modern European food and wine.
Entertaining
Islington is packed full of great places to go, and if you can’t find somewhere locally, central London is only down the road!
Angel Comedy Club
Split between venues, (The Camden Head and The Bill Murray), Angel Comedy Club hosts top comedy acts, with fresh faces from London and beyond.
The Crystal Maze Experience
If you’re looking for some lively, interactive fun, The Crystal Maze Experience is great for a bit of team bonding. Be warned, tickets sell out quickly!
Almeida Theatre
Since 1980, the Almeida has been hosting outstanding theatre productions. If you’re a culture vulture, it’s a must see.
Sadler’s Wells
Tucked away on Rosebery Avenue behind Angel station, this London landmark is dedicated to all forms of dance, from contemporary to classical.
Union Chapel Islington
This stunning and intimate Upper Street venue has been hosting live music, films, comedy and more since 1992. It really is a special experience.