the area

The development is in a perfect location with a range of bars, restaurants and shops all located on Knights Hill. Meanwhile, a selection of excellent pubs and cafes can be found towards the Gipsy Hill area. Cinemas, theatres and a leisure centre are all close by, whilst the wider area is rich with green spaces and parks. Just on your doorstep is Norwood park with its spectacular views of London.

West Norwood is home to a growing community of London professionals, creatives and young families. You are just as likely to find evening activities at the pubs and bars as you are early morning park runs and gatherings over coffee and brunch.
Local area map

TRAVEL LINKS

Fast access to central London is available from West Norwood Station, which boasts a regular service that takes passengers to London Bridge, London Victoria and other popular stations.

  • West Norwood train station – 0.6 miles
    to London Bridge & Victoria
  • Gipsy Hill train station – 1.1 miles
    to East Croydon & Shepherds Bush
  • Crystal Palace train station – 1.6 miles
    to Peckham, Stratford & Richmond
  • Tooting Bec tube station – 2.8 miles
    to Waterloo & King’s Cross

LOCAL LIFE

The vibrant Norwood High Street with the new Picture House & Crystal Palace Triangle are both within easy reach and offers an abundance of restaurants, cafes and shops to enjoy.

This area is particularly well-appointed when it comes to pubs, bars and drinking venues. Lesser-known, perhaps, are the brewing companies that are also popping-up in the area. The London Beer Factory and the Gipsy Hill Brewing Company are now well-established providers of craft ales. Meanwhile, there are of course pubs aplenty with The Paxton, The Hope and the aforementioned Knowles of Norwood known as excellent locals. There are also handy options such as The Alleyn’s Head and The Bricklayers Arms nearby whilst the Rock Steady Rum Lounge offers a more alternative drinking experience.

PUBS & BARS

  • The Hope Pub – 0.6 miles
    pub & charity events
  • The Paxton – 1.0 miles
    huge savings on energy bills with comparable period properties
  • Gipsy Hill Brewing Company – 1.1 miles
    taproom
  • Rock Steady Rum Lounge – 1.2 miles
    caribbean rum bar & restaurant
  • The Rabbit Hole – 1.2 miles
    velfac composite system
  • The Alleyn’s Head – 1.4 miles
    Alice In Wonderland themed pub
  • The Alleyn’s Head – 1.4 miles
    pub & beer garden
  • The Bricklayers Arms – 3.8 miles
    traditional pub

RESTAURANTS

  • The Hope Pub – 0.6 miles
    pub & charity events
  • The Paxton – 1.0 miles
    huge savings on energy bills with comparable period properties
  • Gipsy Hill Brewing Company – 1.1 miles
    taproom
  • Rock Steady Rum Lounge – 1.2 miles
    caribbean rum bar & restaurant
  • The Rabbit Hole – 1.2 miles
    velfac composite system
  • The Alleyn’s Head – 1.4 miles
    Alice In Wonderland themed pub
  • The Alleyn’s Head – 1.4 miles
    pub & beer garden
  • The Bricklayers Arms – 3.8 miles
    traditional pub
One of the area’s best-known destinations is Knowles of Norwood. Here you are served-up with modern British grub and Sunday roasts in a bric-a-brac, pub setting. On the first Sunday of the month, from April through to December, the area welcomes the West Norwood Feast. This is a volunteer-powered street market festival, offering over 100 stalls in five locations punting food, arts, family activities and more. Elsewhere there are a variety of cuisines on offer with the likes of The Garden (well-known for its pizza), Yoshida Sushi, Knight’s Fish Bar, Four Hundred Rabbits and many others.

CAFéS & BAKERIES

  • Otter Trading – 0.6 miles
    cafe
  • Blackbird Bakery – 0.7 miles
    bakery
  • The Rookery Cafe – 0.7 miles
    cafe
  • Electric Cafe – 1.0 miles
    greasy spoon & coffee shop
  • Butter Up Coffee – 1.1 miles
    cafe
  • Volcano Coffee – 1.3 miles
    cafe & working space
As is the case across any modern city, coffee houses and cafes are a must-have in any residential area. It is no different here with the likes of the Blackbird Bakery and Otter Trading proving popular with the locals whilst the Volcano Coffee Works Cafe offers a spot for remote workers to settle-in.

Also worth a mention are Butter Up Coffee and The Electric Cafe but for very different reasons. The former offers a modern take on the coffee shop with pastries, vegan snacks and homemade energy drinks. Meanwhile, The Electric Cafe is a well-loved local greasy spoon and coffee shop, with great food and drink at excellent prices.

DAILY LIFE

  • Tesco Express – 0.1 miles
    supermarket
  • Lidl – 0.2 miles
    supermarket
  • Sainsbury’s – 1.1 miles
    supermarket
  • Pascoe Pharmacy – 0.1 miles
    pharmacy

LEISURE & LANDMARKS

  • The Portico Gallery – 0.5 miles
    art gallery
  • The Book & Record Bar – 0.6 miles
    cultural & social hub
  • South London Theatre – 0.7 miles
    theatre
  • Everyman Crystal Palace – 1.4 miles
    cinema
  • The Picture House – 7.3 miles
    cinema
As well as the many parks and walks available nearby, the area is not short of cultural offerings. The South London Theatre is an excellent starting point, putting on plays and shows throughout the year. Just across the road from the theatre you can find The Picturehouse cinema, which provides a luxurious setting for film buffs. The Portico Gallery is on your doorstep hosting a broad range of events including art, music, performance and more. There is even The Book and Record Bar serving coffee, beers, wine and more, acting as a cultural beacon for music and book lovers alike.