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Welcome to Islington
Perfectly situated right in the heart of North-London, Islington is one of the most popular neighbourhoods for young professionals and families.
Things to do in Islington
Bars
Oak and Pastor
Great for traditional pub grub like burgers and roasts. A classic pub vibe with a great beer garden for the summer.
Bars
St John’s Tavern
A classic pub with a twist. Enjoy pub classics or try a fresh Mediterranean dish with your favourite local beers.
Bars
The Archway Tavern
Situated across the road from Archway station and Vantage Point, enjoy a classic pub vibe at The Archway Tavern.
Beauty
Stasi Barbers
A local barber that not only offers a variety of cuts but also training for aspiring barbers in the area.
Fitness
Archway Leisure Centre
Grab a day pass, pay as you go or become a member. Enjoy a fully equipped gym, pool and sauna.
Restaurants
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For those who are passionate about good traditional Italian food. Choose to takeaway or dine-in with their A La Carte Menu.
Restaurants
Crudough
The no.1 place for freshly made sourdough pizzas. Enjoy all your favourite pizza toppings on a crispy sourdough base.
Restaurants
Il Mio Mosaic
Mosiac pizzeria and shisha garden, you can enjoy delicious fresh pizzas made with locally sourced ingredients before enjoying some authentic shisha.
Islington has something to offer everyone, whether you're a foodie looking for a new restaurant to try or a season ticket holder for
Arsenal FC
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Archway in particular is a richly diverse community, with excellent transport links including the Archway tube station, overground and regular bus routes. For those needing access to peaceful outdoor spaces, there's lots of parks and walks to choose from including Whittington Park .
Archway in particular is a richly diverse community, with excellent transport links including the Archway tube station, overground and regular bus routes. For those needing access to peaceful outdoor spaces, there's lots of parks and walks to choose from including Whittington Park .
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North London's Most exciting borough
Islington is North London’s sweet spot. The location, transport links & culture make it a firm favourite among London residents.
Explore Vantage Point
Vantage Point is one of our best connected developments, towering above Archway Tube station and giving you instant access to some of London's best sights. This North-London landmark also comes with a stunning roof terrace offering unique views across Islington, giving you the perfect place to relax or catch up with friends and neighbours.
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- CommunityEvents are just a small part of what makes our communities great places to live. Find out the other ways that we foster connection in our buildings.Learn more
- FitnessFree access to on-site gyms is a core part of living with us. Explore our gyms and read about the free weekly group classes that we offer our residents.Learn More
- EventsDiscover how we cultivate relationships and help residents explore new interests through our diverse event programme of parties and workshops.Learn More
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- 2 Bedroom ApartmentsExplore our stunning 2-bed flats for rent in London. With plenty of storage, equal-sized double rooms and so much more, our newly-built 2-beds are perfect for sharing.Explore apartments
- 1 Bedroom ApartmentsRetreat to your generous 1-bed flat. With a stylish living area, modern kitchen and large double bedroom with a spacious bathroom.Explore apartments
- 3 Bedroom ApartmentsSpacious equal-sized double bedrooms, modern bathrooms and ensuites and stylish living rooms make up our 3-bed apartments. Available in East and South East London.Explore apartments
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