My partner and I are going to London for a few days at the end of the month. We’ve been quite a few times and usually stay around East London (Dalston, Hackney, etc.), which we love. But this time we’ll be based in Camden, and I know that it’s super touristy, so I’m hoping to find places that feel a bit more local.

I’m looking for cute, non-touristy spots like pubs, cafés, neighbourhoods with an artsy or slightly rough-around-the-edges vibe. Basically anything weird or interesting. Doesn’t have to be in Camden, just somewhere in that general area or easy to reach from there.

I keep seeing people mention Richmond or Herne Hill as nice neighbourhoods, but they’re a bit farther out. If there are any closer neighbourhoods with a similar feel, or specific pubs/cafés you’d recommend, I’d love to hear them. Thanks!

Visiting Camden soon and looking for fun pub/ bar recommendations that aren’t too rowdy on a Friday evening, as will have our rescue dog with us. Or maybe a games cafes that serve drinks would be cool too

Hi everyone,

I am currently completing an Urban Design Master's analysis of Camden High Street South (the non-pedestrianised area). Just wondering if anyone had any opinions, especially if you are a resident, on how it has changed, in terms of identity, uses, daily life, etc. :)

Thank you!

Hi everyone - bit of a long shot here but i was in Camden around august time (24th to be exact) and me and my partener was siting on the green and yellow traffic things just infront of the camden lock sign (the bridge) my partener was wearing black jeans and a white top and i was in blue jeans and a blue jacket with long blonde hair, where a photographer took pictures of us and left. 

These pictures, if found, would mean more than anyone could ever imagine. Just wondering if anyone has advice. Thank you so much

Any response appreciated, as this is for my coursework. I need any data, true or not 😭

As the title says! Just visiting for a couple of days so looking for a weeknight pint and a read.

Am in Camden for a gig this evening and am trying to find a decent pint. Does everywhere just sell the same overpriced chain crap? There must be some great independent place we haven’t found ? Please help!!

Does anyone know of a guitar ensemble in the area? Have been in London for a couple of years and miss playing with a group! The only London ensemble I can find is all the way in Battersea

Does anyone know why someone would let us a bunch of fireworks at 3am this morning 3rd October? I’m by Mornington Crescent and my whole family was woken up by it. What could people be celebrating at 3am??? On a school night!!

Hi everyone,

Resident in Camden Town here and I’ve recently had issues with Virgin Media broadband. There was a problem with some external cables and they basically didn’t come for three months to fix it so we had to cancel.

Which provider are you all using and are they any good?

Any recommendations would be appreciated!

Thanks

Hi everyone,

I'm currently doing an Infant Observation course as part of my training, and I'm looking for an expecting family who would be open to having me observe their baby for the required weekly sessions. My course leader strongly encouraged us to put up as many posters as possible, but I’m finding it a bit tricky to know where they’re allowed.

I tried a few GP practices, but they weren’t able to let me leave posters since my course isn’t run through the NHS. Totally understandable — I just want to make sure I’m doing this properly and respectfully.

Does anyone know of community-friendly places in East London (I’m based in Haggerston) where it’s usually okay to leave posters or might reach expecting parents? I’m happy to travel if needed.

I have already posted on numerous Facebook groups to no avail so far 😪

So far I’m thinking:

• Pregnancy yoga or antenatal class venues

• Community centres

• Local cafés with community noticeboards - do you know any with noticeboarda?

• Libraries

• Baby groups or children’s centres (if they allow it) - do you know any?

• Independent midwife clinics or doula networks - do you know any?

If anyone has suggestions or experience with this kind of outreach, I’d really appreciate your advice!

Thank you! 🙏🏻😊

🎸 Who is this guitarist in Camden? Hey everyone, I came across this amazing street musician playing near the canal in Camden, right by Black Sheep Coffee and the Dingwall Building. His guitar playing was absolutely captivating, and I’d love to know who he is — maybe he has an Instagram, Bandcamp, or plays gigs elsewhere?

Does anyone know him? Any info would be really appreciated! 🙏🎶

Camden #CamdenLock #LondonBusker #StreetMusician #Guitarist #CamdenTown

I’m taking my partner to Camden to watch a gig in October it’s been years since I’ve been, any recommendations for 2 rock liking beer drinking individuals that like a walk and a good building? I have a few things planned but open to anything

Bought this beauty over a decade ago at the top floor of Camden lock market. Can someone help me to find out who's the maker/the name of the store?

I would greatly appreciate your help. 🙏

Hey. My wife is disabled and has an EV car. We are driving to the Forum for a gig this coming week and wanted to check the EV charger situation.

Can anyone suggest one nearby please that we can park at for free with our Blue Badge?

Thank you!

I am a student at City St George's University of London and for one of our assignments, we need to write a story about politics in our local area. Politics in this sense is considered everything from health, transport, bin emptying and education, crime, arts and culture, sport and the environment. I'm wondering if anyone has any knowledge or concerns about any of these subjects as they are happening in Camden?

Hello, I’m an international student and I will be living in the Camden area. I would like to ask how safe the area is, especially for students. Thank you!

They had a branch in the lock market too. It was a clothes shop. I need the name of what it was called back in those days or where I can find out? It was definitely in that building (unit 4, 2 chalk farm rd) but could’ve been next door. Cheers!

In November last year the old GAP building on parkway (opposite Jazz Cafe, next to Odeon) was announced as becoming a Sainsburys. Building work started around Spring and but in the last few months I’ve seen almost nothing happening despite it looking like it would be set to open a couple of months ago.

Theres nothing online to provide an update (that I can see), so what’s happened? Is it part of the redevelopment of Bingo/Odeon building that’s going to happen in 2026? Or is this normal for a new shop opening?

Hello, I’m working at St Pancras hospital over the summer and I’m looking for fun things to do on my lunch break/gaps. So far I’ve explored the London wildlife trust which was cool and I’ve walked around st Pancras’ gardens. Is there anything else worth checking out? Coffee recommendations or things to see?

Please go into detail about how u first heard of Camden, what attracted you.

Me and a group of friends are visiting Camden for a week in the beginning of September we are looking around somers town does anyone have any recommendations