As well as super-fast links into central London on the Thameslink, Brent Cross Town is ideally located to access the best North London has to offer.
Here are some of our favourite cultural venues, bars, restaurants, parks and historic buildings on our doorstep. We hope you enjoy exploring the area!
Kenwood House is a beautiful English Heritage property with landscaped gardens and an extraordinary art collection featuring works by Rembrandt, Turner and Vermeer. The house also presents open-air concerts from world-class performers every summer.
Kenwood House is a beautiful English Heritage property with landscaped gardens and an extraordinary art collection featuring works by Rembrandt, Turner and Vermeer. The house also presents open-air concerts from world-class performers every summer.
Kenwood House is a 20-minute bus or 24-minute bike ride from Brent Cross Town.
Discover this oasis in the city and find a moment of peace.
Nestled next to Hampstead Heath, you'll find the World Peace Garden — a once-overlooked patch of land now transformed into an award-winning woodland retreat, thanks to the dedication of local volunteers and residents. Discover this oasis in the city and find a moment of peace.
A seven-minute ride on the Northern Line from Brent Cross underground station.
6 S Hill Park
London
NW3 2SB
Phoenix Cinema is a local treasure: a beautiful, early 20th-century cinema that shows a mix of classic films, art house gems and the best in new cinema.
Phoenix Cinema is a local treasure: a beautiful, early 20th-century cinema that shows a mix of classic films, art house gems and the best in new cinema. The venue also regularly screens live performances from the Royal Ballet and Opera and The Metropolitan Opera in New York, as well as the Exhibitions on Screen series which highlights fine art from around the world.
The Phoenix cinema is a 30-minute bus or bike ride from Brent Cross Town.
52 High Road,
London, N2 9PJ
Brent Cross Football Academy nurtures kids holistically, teaching them life skills alongside football. We talked to co-founder Jamie Kavanagh to find out more.
Brent Cross Football Academy nurtures kids holistically, teaching them life skills alongside football. We talked to co-founder Jamie Kavanagh to find out more.
Brent Cross Football Academy trains at Whitefield School, a four-minute walk from the Brent Cross Town Visitor Pavilion
Whitefield School
Claremont Road
London
NW2 1TR
Find quality coffee, tasty pastries, salads, and hot breakfast croissants at Spruce & Larch, a lovely plant-filled café inside Brent Cross Town Visitor Pavilion.
Find quality coffee, tasty pastries, salads, and hot breakfast croissants at Spruce & Larch, a lovely plant-filled café inside Brent Cross Town Visitor Pavilion.
Brent Cross Town Visitor Pavilion
145 Claremont Road
London
NW2 1FE
Monday–Sunday: 9am–5pm
Step inside Camden Arts Project to discover thought-provoking, contemporary installations, updated throughout the year.
Step inside Camden Arts Project to discover thought-provoking, contemporary installations, updated throughout the year.
A vibrant new cultural space, Camden Arts Project is housed in a beautifully restored Grade II-listed former Methodist church.
Just an 11-minute tube ride from Brent Cross station to Chalk Farm station on the Northern Line.
176 Prince of Wales Road
London
NW5 3QB
Cricklewood Coffee Roasters is a charming takeaway spot in Brent Cross Town that offers a variety of coffee blends, all roasted on-site, as well as delicious pastries and snacks.
Cricklewood Coffee Roasters is a charming takeaway spot in Brent Cross Town that offers a variety of coffee blends, all roasted on-site, as well as delicious pastries and snacks.
They also sell bags of ground coffee and beans, and handmade ceramic mugs designed to perfect your morning coffee experience.
15 Claremont Way
London
NW2 1AJ
Monday–Saturday: 8am–3pm
Sunday: closed
At Brent Cross Town’s Karma Bread Bakehouse, North London’s ‘Challah Queen’ Tami Isaacs Pearce serves a selection of fantastic baked goods including her famous cheese toasties and the Challah that earned her place as one of London’s most popular bakers.
At Brent Cross Town's Karma Bread Bakehouse, North London's 'Challah Queen' Tami Isaacs Pearce serves a selection of fantastic baked goods including her famous cheese toasties and the Challah that earned her place as one of London's most popular bakers.
13 Claremont Way
London
NW2 1AJ
Friday–Sunday: 9am–2pm
Gussy’s Ice Cream Parlour serves the best ice cream in North London, right here in Brent Cross Town.
Gussy's Ice Cream Parlour serves the best ice cream in North London, right here in Brent Cross Town.
In the business for 35 years, Gussy moved to Claremont Park in 2022 and has fast become a Brent Cross Town institution. His excellent coffee makes playground visits 100% better for adults, and he sells a full range of snacks (including delicious hot dogs and veggie dogs) alongside his famous ice creams. Which flavour will you try first?
Claremont Park,
Claremont Way,
Brent Cross Town
London NW2 1AJ
Saturday & Sunday, 11am–6pm (weather permitting).
Part of the London Farmers’ Markets network, West Hampstead Farmers’ Market serves fresh, seasonal British fruit and vegetables, meat, dairy, fish, coffee and seasonal herbs and flowers every Saturday morning.
Part of the London Farmers' Markets network, West Hampstead Farmers' Market serves fresh, seasonal British fruit and vegetables, meat, dairy, fish, coffee and seasonal herbs and flowers. There are also several street food vendors on site.
The market is held outside West Hampstead Thameslink, a four-minute ride from Brent Cross West.
West Hamspstead Thameslink station forecourt
Iverson Road,
London NW6 1PF
Saturday 10am-2pm
The Hill Garden & Pergola is an enchanting gem of North London’s parks, located just 15 minutes by bus from Brent Cross Town
The Hill Garden & Pergola is a breathtaking hidden gem in Golders Green. Once the private garden of a long-demolished manor house, this beautifully landscaped retreat now enchants visitors with its timeless charm. In 2024, the Pergola earned a prestigious Gold Award at the London in Bloom Awards.
Located just 15 minutes by bus from Brent Cross Town.
Inverforth Close,
London NW3 7EX
Canopy Market at King’s Cross is a bustling weekend market showcasing independent designers, artisan food, fresh produce and street eats.
From Friday to Sunday, the delightful Canopy Market sets up in King's Cross, featuring unique accessories by independent designers and artists, plus street food, craft beverages, fresh produce and gourmet treats.
Reach King’s Cross in as little as 15 minutes from Brent Cross West with Thameslink.
West Handyside Canopy
2 Granary Square
London N1C 4BH
Gladstone Park boasts panoramic views over London and is home to open meadows, a charming walled garden and a peaceful duck pond.
Located in Dollis Hill, Gladstone Park offers sweeping views across London and features meadows, a walled garden, a duck pond, and a variety of sports and play facilities.
Just an 11-minute cycle from Brent Cross Town.
52 Mulgrave Rd,
London NW10 1JG
Cricklewood Market Place showcases global street food from emerging start-ups, featuring flavours from Yemen, Brazil, Afghanistan and more.
Cricklewood Market Place, just one stop from Brent Cross Town, runs Thursday to Sunday and showcases global street food from emerging start-ups, featuring flavours from Yemen, Brazil, Afghanistan and more.
Cricklewood Lane by B&Q
NW2 1ES
Claremont Park, the calm, biodiverse idyll at the heart of Brent Cross Town, boasts a fantastic children’s playground, a basketball court, wildflower meadows, more than 100 trees and a tranquil pond.
Claremont Park, the calm, biodiverse idyll at the heart of Brent Cross Town, boasts a fantastic children's playground, a basketball court, wildflower meadows, more than 100 trees and a tranquil pond.
Claremont Way,
Brent Cross Town,
London NW2 1AJ
Monday–Sunday, 24 hrs.
Discover Spiritland in King’s Cross – a vibrant café by day and lively bar by night, featuring world-class sound systems and diverse music in a beautifully designed space.
Spiritland in King's Cross transforms from a café by day to a bar by night, offering a space to enjoy music across all genres on one of the world’s finest sound systems. From 50s jazz to deep electronica, it has something for everyone.
You can easily travel between Brent Cross Town and St Pancras International station in just 15 minutes.
9 – 10 Stable Street
London N1C 4AB
A must-visit artisanal bakery in Kentish Town that uses premium ingredients to produce irresistible bread, pastries, salads, sandwiches and coffee.
Kossoffs Bakery has been a staple of London's baking tradition since the 1920s. The family expanded the business across East London, offering traditional Jewish baked goods. In 2021, Aaron Kossoff revived the brand with a modern artisanal bakery in Kentish Town. Kossoff, a Le Cordon Bleu graduate and former head baker at Ottolenghi, collaborates with pastry chef Jo Clarke to craft innovative pastries like miso swirls and black sesame-feta croissants, blending tradition with contemporary flair.
11-minutes (three stops) from Brent Cross West station, alighting at Kentish Town.
259 Kentish Town Rd
London NW5 2JT
Iconic Camden music and culture venue Roundhouse blends a rich history with contemporary performance; offering a programme of everything from gigs to art experiences.
Roundhouse is where creativity comes alive! This iconic venue in Camden blends rich history with cutting-edge performances, hosting everything from electrifying gigs to immersive art experiences. With its memorable architecture and vibrant energy, it sits at the heart of London's music scene. Whether you're into live music, theatre or contemporary art, Roundhouse is always buzzing with something unforgettable. Come for the shows, stay for the atmosphere.
Just a 10-minute tube journey from Brent Cross on the Northern line
Philippe Conticini’s bakery is the home of larger-than-life croissants and pains au chocolat that will stop you in your tracks.
Philippe Conticini’s bakery is famed for its luxurious French pastries and show-stopping giant croissants and pains au chocolat. Weighing over a kilo and going viral on TikTok, these oversized delights are perfect for sharing and have become one of London's must-try foodie experiences. Founded by world-renowned French pastry chef Philippe Conticini, the bakery combines traditional French techniques with bold creativity.
Just 13 minutes from Brent Cross tube station, alighting at Camden Town.
198 Camden High Street
Buckstreet Market
Unit 1.26 Ground floor
London NW1 8QP
The O2 Forum in Kentish Town is a celebrated music venue in North London, defined by its intimate setting and stellar acoustics. From rock to electronic, it’s the perfect place for unforgettable live performances.
The O2 Forum in Kentish Town is one of London’s most legendary live music venues, known for its incredible acoustics and intimate atmosphere. Nestled in the heart of Kentish Town, it hosts a diverse range of performances, from iconic rock gigs to electronic beats and everything in between. Whether you're seeing a chart-topping band or a hidden gem, this Art Deco venue is always buzzing with energy and talent.
Hop on a Thameslink train from Brent Cross West to Kentish Town to get there in just 11 minutes.
9-17 Highgate Road
London NW5 1JY
World-class rugby, just 25 minutes away from Brent Cross Town.
Did you know that Saracens, one of the world’s top rugby teams, is based only 25 minutes from Brent Cross Town?
With six Premiership titles and three European Champions Cup trophies, the North London side is a true sporting powerhouse.
Head to StoneX Stadium in Hendon this season to catch home games, European fixtures, and Premiership Rugby Cup matches for a brilliant day out for all ages.
StoneX Stadium
Greenlands Lane
Hendon
London NW4 1RL
Scala is one of London’s top destinations for live music, club nights and cultural events. With its iconic architecture and vibrant atmosphere, it offers something for every music lover.
Originally a theatre, Scala is an iconic and vibrant music venue that has evolved into one of London's top destinations for live music, unforgettable club nights and must-attend cultural events. With its striking architecture and immersive atmosphere, Scala has something for every music lover. Whether you're dancing the night away or enjoying a soulful concert, Scala promises an opportunity to dive into London’s music scene.
Just four stops from Brent Cross West on the Thameslink, alighting at St Pancras International.
275 Pentonville Road,
London N1 9NL
Mamasons Dirty Ice Cream in Kentish Town serves up irresistible Filipino street-style desserts in the heart of North London.
Mamasons Dirty Ice Cream in Kentish Town brings unmissable Filipino street‑style desserts to North London. In a cosy pastel‑pink parlour, small‑batch “dirty” ice cream is churned fresh in steel drums, honouring Manila’s beloved street vendors. Don't miss out on the viral ube berry flavour.
Just a 9-minute journey from Brent Cross West on the Thameslink train.
91 Kentish Town Road
London NW1 8NY
Nestled in the heart of Camden, the The Jazz Cafe is a must-visit destination for music lovers seeking an unforgettable live experience.
The Jazz Cafe in Camden is a legendary venue that brings the soul of live music to the heart of London. With its intimate setting and rich history, this iconic spot has hosted some of the world’s best jazz, soul, funk and hip-hop artists. The buzzing atmosphere, combined with top-notch acoustics, creates the perfect environment for an great night out. Located among Camden’s vibrant music scene, it’s a must-visit for anyone looking to dive into London’s rich musical heritage.
12 minutes from Brent Cross tube station, alighting at Camden Town.
5 Parkway,
London NW1 7PG
Welsh Harp Sailing Club has the largest sailing area in Central London, offering sailing, windsurfing and wing foiling against the backdrop of Wembley Stadium and within the beautiful Brent Reservoir.
Located at the beautiful Brent Reservoir, Welsh Harp Sailing Club offers sailing, windsurfing and wing foiling for beginners and racers alike. The club is also a sailabilty centre, catering to all ages and abilities.
Welsh Harp Sailing Club is a 12-minute bike ride or 20-minute bus journey from Brent Cross Town
Padel tennis, the Mexican racket sport played in an enclosed court, is hugely popular in Europe and one of the fastest-growing sports in the UK. Now, thanks to the Social Sports Society, you can play it right here in Brent Cross.
Padel tennis, the Mexican racket sport played in an enclosed court, is hugely popular in Europe and one of the fastest-growing sports in the UK. Now, thanks to the Social Sports Society, you can play it right here in Brent Cross.
The society's ten-court venue, which sits at the front of Brent Cross Shopping Centre, offers group classes, pay-to-play court bookings, and a social space, and you can book an intro session for £10.
The Social Sport Society is a three-minute bus ride, five-minute cycle or 12-minute walk from Brent Cross Town.
Rich in music and style history, Camden Market is world famous for its second-hand and subcultural stalls and now boasts a host of boutiques and restaurants alongside its staple vendors.
Rich in music and style history, Camden Market is world famous for its second-hand and subcultural stalls and now boasts a host of boutiques and restaurants alongside its staple vendors.
Camden Market is a short walk from Chalk Farm station, an 11-minute tube journey from Brent Cross underground station.
Monday-Sunday, 10am-7pm, but traders' opening times may vary and restaurants will be open later.
Cricklewood Boxing Gym is a local gem, offering boxing classes for the community and free holiday clubs for underprivileged kids. We visited the club to find out more.
Cricklewood Boxing Gym is a local gem, offering boxing classes for the community and free holiday clubs for underprivileged kids. We visited the club to find out more.
Cricklewood Boxing Gym is a nine-minute walk from Brent Cross West station.
Unit 2, Gladstone Park Gardens,
Edgeware Road
NW2 6JT
Chin Chin Ice Cream in Camden is a science‑lab–styled parlour that hand‑churns ice cream using liquid nitrogen.
Chin Chin Ice Cream, also known as Chin Chin Labs, offers an innovative dessert experience at Camden Market’s Plateau by Camden Lock. Styled like a science lab, this unique parlour flash-freezes its ice cream with liquid nitrogen, creating ultra-smooth textures and dramatic clouds of vapour that captivate both families and Instagram enthusiasts. Not to be missed!
Just a 13-minute tube journey from Brent Cross on the Northern Line.
49-50 Camden Lock Place
London NW1 8AF
The 108, the biggest indoor softball, baseball and padel facility in Europe, is right here in Brent Cross Town.
Discover The 108, London’s first all-weather baseball, softball and padel facility.
Head there with friends and family to play on one of their six panoramic indoor padel courts or state-of-the-art baseball batting cages. Their American Bar & Grill, café and sports bar are also open to visitors as well as players and there’s a party and events space too. Find out more here.
The 108 is a three-minute walk from Brent Cross West station.
Brent Terrace,
Brent Cross Town,
London NW2 1LT
Opening times:
Monday - Friday: 7am to 11pm
Weekends: 8am to 11pm
The Kenwood Ladies’ Bathing Pond, Highgate Men’s Pond and the mixed bathing pond, all on Hampstead Heath, are jewels in North London’s crown: muddy, a bit chilly, and glorious.
The Kenwood Ladies' Bathing Pond, Highgate Men's Pond and the mixed bathing pond, all on Hampstead Heath, are jewels in North London's crown: muddy, a bit chilly, and glorious.
Highgate Men's and Kenwood Ladies' Ponds are on the Highgate side of Hampstead Heath, a short bus ride from Kentish Town Thameslink, which is a nine-minute ride from Brent Cross West.
The mixed pond is a 30-minute journey from Brent Cross West via Hampstead Heath overground.
Finchley and Hornsey Ramblers know a thing or two about the power of community and the joy of a good long walk. We found out more about their weekly rambles through north London and beyond.
Finchley and Hornsey Ramblers know a thing or two about the power of community and the joy of a good long walk. We found out more about their weekly rambles through north London and beyond.
Finchely and Hornsey Ramblers meet at a different location every time they get together, but locations are always in London or the northern home counties.
Beloved by north Londoners in the know, Wing Tai serves delicious authentic Chinese cuisine. Swing by for dim sum or treat yourself to a full feast.
Beloved by north Londoners in the know, Wing Tai serves delicious authentic Chinese cuisine. Swing by for dim sum or treat yourself to a full feast. While you're there, don't miss Wing Yip, the restaurant's sister supermarket right next door.
Wing Tai is a five-minute walk from Brent Cross West station.
Wing Tai Restaurant,
Unit 2, Wing Yip Business Centre,
395 Edgware Rd,
NW2 6LN
Wet Fish is a cosy local seafood restaurant in a converted fresh fish shop in West Hampstead.
Wet Fish is a cosy local seafood restaurant in a converted fresh fish shop in West Hampstead.
The restaurant serves wild fish, caught fresh in Cornwall and Dorset, and always features plant-based and meat dishes on the menu too. Fresh fish from the restaurant's catch are also available to purchase for preparation at home.
Wet Fish is near West Hampstead Thameslink station, a five-minute ride from Brent Cross West. Alternatively, it's a 15-minute bus or bike ride from Brent Cross Town.
242 West End Lane
West Hampstead
London NW6 1LG
Monday - Sunday: 9am –10.30pm
Brunch and lunch till 4pm; dinner from 6pm.
Intermission Café is a cute, independent café serving sustainably sourced, hand-roasted coffee in adorable cartoon cups, as well as bags of whole or ground beans to take away.
Intermission Café is a cute, independent café serving sustainably sourced, hand-roasted coffee in adorable cartoon cups, as well as bags of whole or ground beans to take away.
The café is a short walk from West Hampstead Thameslink, a five-minute ride from Brent Cross West.
Unit 2, Hardy Building
London NW6 2BR
Monday-Friday: 7am-4pm
Saturday: 8am-5pm
Sunday: 9am-4pm
Tannin & Oak is a wine bar and shop in West Hampstead with a fantastic selection of wines from around the world, a cosy seating area and a cute terrace.
Tannin & Oak is a wine bar and shop in West Hampstead with a fantastic selection of wines from around the world, a cosy seating area and a cute terrace. The bar has a great selection of wines by the bottle or glass, but you're welcome to buy something from the shop and enjoy it in the bar for a £10 corkage charge. Craft spirits and beers are served in the bar too, alongside cheese and charcuterie plates and a selection of dips and nibbles.
Tannin & Oak is a 13-minute bus journey or 12-minute bike ride from Brent Cross Town, or short walk from West Hampstead Station (a three-minute ride from Brent Cross West).
278 West End Lane
London NW6 1LJ
Monday – Wednesday: 3–10pm
Thursday – Saturday: 12–11pm
Sunday: 12–10pm
Hollywood Bowl in Finchley boasts 26 bowling lanes, an American-inspired diner, and an exciting amusements area, and makes for a perfect family afternoon activity or fun and casual date night.
Hollywood Bowl in Finchley boasts 26 bowling lanes, an American-inspired diner, and an exciting amusements area, and makes for a great family afternoon activity or a fun date night.
Hollywood Bowl is about 20 minutes on the bus from Brent Cross Town (various routes available).
Leisure Way, High Road
N12 0GL
With over 100 bars, restaurants, cafés and shops, from independent retailers to flagship stores of global brands, not to mention weekly markets, King’s Cross and Coal Drops Yard offer a fantastic shopping experience in an elegant, traffic-free neighbourhood.
With over 100 bars, restaurants, cafés and shops, from independent retailers to flagship stores of global brands, not to mention weekly markets, King's Cross and Coal Drops Yard offer a fantastic shopping experience in an elegant, traffic-free neighbourhood.
King's Cross and Coal Drops Yard are a few minutes' walk from St. Pancras International Station, 15-minutes' ride from Brent Cross West.
You haven’t tasted pizza until you’ve tried an authentic Neapolitan pizza from Happy Face Pizza in Brent Cross Town.
You haven't tasted pizza until you've tried an authentic Neapolitan pizza from Happy Face Pizza in Brent Cross Town.
Made by hand using dough fermented for 72 hours and quality ingredients, then cooked in a wood-fired oven, Happy Face's pizzas are the real deal. There are plenty of traditional Italian antipasti and desserts to try too, alongside a range of Italian wines and beers.
9 & 11 Claremont Way
London
NW2 1AJ
Fri–Sat: 12–9pm
Sun: 12–8pm
Sports and outdoor lifestyle emporium Decathlon offers an impressive array of sportswear and outdoor and active lifestyle equipment.
Located just behind Brent Cross West Station, a few steps from Brent Cross Town, Decathlon Brent Cross is a one-stop shop for outdoor lifestyle and sports lovers.
Staples Corner Retail Park,
Unit D1 Geron Way,
Brent Cross,
London NW2 6LW
Previously known as The Tricycle Theatre, Kiln Theatre is a theatre, cinema and cultural space located in a beautiful 1920s music hall.
Previously known as The Tricycle Theatre, Kiln Theatre is a theatre, cinema and cultural space located in a beautiful 1920s music hall. The venue shows a brilliantly curated selection of theatre and live performances, while the cinema shows the best in modern cinema alongside classic movies.
Kiln Theatre is a 20-minute bus ride or 12-minute cycle from Brent Cross Town.
269 Kilburn High Road
NW6 7JR
Bang Bang Oriental is London’s biggest Asian food hall, with more than 25 restaurants serving food from across Asia under one roof. It’s also right next door to Loon Fung oriental Supermarket too, so you can recreate your favourite dishes from Bang Bang Oriental when you get home!
Sunday - Thursday: 12-9.30pm
Friday - Saturday: 12-10pm
Primrose Hill is one of the prettiest neighbourhoods in London, and Regent’s Park Road, its high street, is full of boutiques, cafés and restaurants, from new arrivals to much-loved local staples like Lemonia.
Primrose Hill is one of the prettiest neighbourhoods in London, and Regent's Park Road, its high street, is full of boutiques, cafés and restaurants, from new arrivals to much-loved local staples like Lemonia.
The area is also home to some of North London's favourite pubs.
Primrose Hill is a short walk from Chalk Farm station, an 11-minute tube ride from Brent Cross Town. You can also cycle there in 25 minutes.
Brent Cross Shopping Centre boasts over 120 shops and restaurants, alongside amenities like banks and a car wash, all just across the road from Brent Cross Town.
Brent Cross Shopping Centre boasts over 120 shops and restaurants, alongside amenities like banks and a car wash, all just across the road from Brent Cross Town.
The centre is a 17-minute walk or a seven-minute bus ride from the Visitor Pavilion.
Brent Cross Shopping Centre
Prince Charles Drive
NW4 3FP
Situated on the idyllic Welsh Harp Reservoir, the Phoenix Canoe Club is a place that nurtures mind, body and soul. We talked to founder Phil Atkinson to find out more.
Situated on the idyllic Welsh Harp Reservoir, the Phoenix Canoe Club is a place that nurtures mind, body and soul. We talked to founder Phil Atkinson to find out more.
The club is on the Welsh Harp Reservoir, a nine-minute cycle or 20-minute bus ride from Brent Cross West
Cool Oak Lane,
NW9 7ND
Wembley Sailing Club is a members’ club for keen sailors and teaches sailing skills to interested adults and kids. We went to visit them on the Welsh Harp Reservoir to find out more.
Wembley Sailing Club is a members' club for keen sailors and teaches sailing skills to interested adults and kids. We visited them on the Welsh Harp Reservoir to find out more.
Wembley Sailing Club is a 12-minute bike ride or 16-minute bus ride from Brent Cross West
Wembley Sailing Club
Birchen Grove
NW9 8SE
Rebalance your mind and body ready for spring at our welcoming, inclusive yoga sessions at the Visitor Pavilion.
Rebalance your mind and body ready for spring at our welcoming, inclusive yoga sessions at the Visitor Pavilion.
Join Nadya Angelova - founder, therapist and yoga instructor behind N’Dazzle Beauty & Wellness - for uplifting yoga sessions at Brent Cross Town.
Since 2024, Nadya has been a warm and grounding presence in the community, offering accessible classes for all levels and supporting adults in reconnecting with both body and mind. Her sessions are known for their holistic approach, helping participants feel rejuvenated, centred and confident.
Activity for adults (18+)
Location: Visitor Pavilion
Dates:
Saturdays: 28 March, 4 April, 11 April
Sundays: 29 March, 12 April
Timings:
Saturday Morning Flow: 8.30 – 9.45am
Sunday Evening Unwind: 5 – 6.15pm
Saturday Morning Flow – Energise, Awaken, Restore
Start your weekend with a refreshing, energising session designed to awaken the body and clear the mind.
Free to attend. Please book here to reserve your place.
Sunday Evening Unwind – Release & Reset
Close the week with a calming, restorative practice focused on releasing stress and physical tension.
Free to attend. Please book here to reserve your place.
Hampstead Theatre presents a diverse selection of drama on its two stages, from much-loved classics to the work of first-time directors and playwrights. West End production values at a fraction of the ticket price.
Hampstead Theatre presents a diverse selection of drama on its two stages, from plays by celebrated creators to the work of first-time directors and playwrights. West End production values at a fraction of the ticket price.
The theatre is a less than 20-minute bus or bike ride from Brent Cross Town.
Eton Avenue,
London NW3 3EU
Golders Hill Park Zoo is just one stop from Brent Cross Town on the Northern Line
Golders Hill Park Zoo is a hidden gem on the edge of Hampstead Heath.
Home to fallow deer, lemurs and wallabies, the zoo sits within the beautiful Golders Hill Park, complete with walled gardens and a popular café beside the playground — perfect for a relaxing afternoon close to home.
Golders Hill Park
North End Way
London
NW3 7HE
Hampstead High Street is a picturesque avenue that offers luxury boutiques, bakeries, bookstores, restaurants and some of the cosiest pubs in North London.
Hampstead High Street is a picturesque avenue that offers luxury boutiques, bakeries, bookstores, restaurants and some of the cosiest pubs in North London.
Hampstead underground station, which is on the high street, is a seven-minute journey from Brent Cross underground station.
Hampstead High Street,
NW3
Local basketball team Brent Bulls only started during the 2020 lockdown, but they’re already serious contenders on the national scene. We talked to them to find out more.
Local basketball team Brent Bulls only started during the 2020 lockdown, but they're already serious contenders on the national scene. We talked to them to find out more.
Brent Bulls' home training ground is a 23-minute drive or 50-minute bus ride from Brent Cross Town, but they often meet at other venues in North London, including Claremont Park.
Harrow Sports Hall,
University of Westminster Harrow Campus,
HA1 3TP
Queer Britain is Britain’s first museum of LGBTQIA+ history and culture, a fascinating exploration of Queer voices, objects and images from the worlds of activism, art, culture and social history.
Queer Britain is Britain's first museum of LGBTQIA+ history and culture, a fascinating exploration of Queer voices, objects and images from the worlds of activism, art, culture and social history. The space also houses a shop selling Queer Britain merchandise and a selection of books curated by Gay’s The Word, with all profits going directly back to support the museum and charity.
The museum is near St Pancras International, less than 15 minutes by train from Brent Cross West.
2 Granary Square,
London N1C 4BH
Freud Museum is a fascinating exploration into the life of the father of psychoanalysis, in the Hampstead home he shared with his family including his daughter Anna, the celebrated founder of child psychoanalysis.
Freud Museum is a fascinating exploration into the life of the father of psychoanalysis, in the Hampstead home he shared with his family including his daughter Anna, the celebrated founder of child psychoanalysis.
Alongside Freud's perfectly preserved house and study — including his famous couch — the museum holds regular temporary exhibitions and talks.
The museum is an 18-minute cycle from Brent Cross Town, or a short walk from West Hampstead station, four minutes by train from Brent Cross West.
20 Maresfield Gardens
London
NW3 5SX
Wednesday–Sunday, 10.30am–5pm
Camden Art Centre is an internationally acclaimed space for contemporary art and artists that champions new, overlooked and underrepresented artists, enabling them to make brave and vital new work.
Camden Art Centre is an internationally acclaimed space for contemporary art and artists that champions new, overlooked and underrepresented artists, enabling them to make brave and vital new work.
The name is a misnomer: the gallery is a 12-minute walk from West Hampstead Thameslink, a five-minute ride from Brent Cross West.
Arkwright Road,
London NW3 6DG
Tuesday-Sunday: 11am-6pm
Thursdays: 11am-9pm
West Hampstead Arts Club is a boutique, speakeasy-style club for music, culture and spoken word performances.
West Hampstead Arts Club is a boutique, speakeasy-style club for music, culture and spoken word performances. Set among the bustling bars and restaurants of Mill Lane, the venue hosts a huge range of artists, from celebrated icons to new acts.
The club is a ten-minute bus ride or 12-minute cycle from Brent Cross Town.
32 Mill Lane
London NW6 1NR
Monday-Sunday, 6pm-12am
For families and thrill seekers alike, Babylon Park in Camden is home to the UK’s only indoor rollercoaster! Discover rides, retro arcade games, bumper cars, soft play and more.
For families and thrill seekers alike, Babylon Park in Camden is home to the UK’s only indoor rollercoaster! Discover rides, retro arcade games, bumper cars, soft play and more.
From Brent Cross West, hop on a 10-minute train to Kentish Town, then walk 15 minutes to reach Babylon Park.
Babylon Park
8 Castlehaven Rd
London
NW1 8QU
Sunday – Friday: 10am – 9pm
Saturday: 10am – 10pm
Housed in an iconic movie theatre, the original Everyman Cinema boasts luxury seats, two screens, a glamorous bar, and a programme that covers the best of contemporary cinema alongside arthouse gems, live theatre recordings and classic films.
Housed in an iconic movie theatre, the original Everyman Cinema boasts luxury seats, two screens, a glamorous bar, and a programme that covers the best of contemporary cinema alongside arthouse gems, live theatre recordings and classic films.
The Everyman Cinema is a two-minute walk from Hampstead Station, a seven-minute ride from Brent Cross underground station.
5 Hollybush Vale,
NW3 6TX
North London’s Pedal Power is a cycling club for people with learning disabilities that offers fun, friendship and fitness. We spoke to founder Jo Roach to find out more.
North London's Pedal Power is a cycling club for people with learning disabilities that offers fun, friendship and fitness. We spoke to founder Jo Roach to find out more.
Pedal Power meet at three locations:
We talked to personal trainer and nutritionist Chloe Madeley about her favourite parks in north London to exercise, stroll and relax.
Head on over to Our Yard at Clitterhouse Farm for regular workshops and events that bring the community together. Choose everything from gardening and crafting to music and food.
Head on over to Our Yard at Clitterhouse Farm for regular workshops and events that bring the community together. Choose everything from gardening and crafting to music and food.
Clitterhouse Farm is a 10-minute walk from the Visitor Pavilion.
Clitterhouse Farm Outbuildings
Clitterhouse Playing Fields
Claremont Rd
NW2 1AP
Bienvenue! Paris is calling, but you don’t have to go far… Pull up a chair at West Hampstead’s French Society bistro to enjoy the French culinary tradition right here in North London.
Bienvenue! Paris is calling, but you don’t have to go far… Pull up a chair at West Hampstead’s French Society bistro to enjoy the French culinary tradition right here in North London.
Jump on the train from Brent Cross West and travel one stop to West Hampstead Thameslink, then walk 10 minutes to French Society.
French Society
77 Mill Lane
NW6 1NB
Tuesday - Friday: 6pm - 9:30pm
Saturdays: 12pm - 2:30pm | 6pm - 9:30pm
Sunday - Monday: Closed
No matter your fitness level or experience, everyone’s welcome at MW5 Fitness’ training sessions. Build strength and confidence with weekly bootcamp coaching at The 108.
No matter your fitness level or experience, everyone’s welcome at MW5 Fitness’ training sessions. Build strength and confidence with weekly bootcamp coaching at The 108.
Sessions take place every Wednesday at 6.30pm - 7.30pm. Check the website for prices and bookings.
The 108 is a nine-minute walk from the Visitor Pavilion.
The 108
Brent Terrace
Brent Cross
Discover new, live music every day at the one and only Jazz Cafe in Camden Town. From Soul City club nights to powerful performances from around the world, this is the place memories are made.
Discover new, live music every day at the one and only Jazz Cafe in Camden Town. From Soul City club nights to powerful performances from around the world, this is the place memories are made.
Make a full evening of it and enjoy a bite to eat and a classic cocktail at the Jazz Cafe restaurant.
From Brent Cross tube station, ride 13 minutes to Camden Town for the Jazz Cafe.
Jazz Cafe
5 Parkway
Camden
NW1 7PG
Hosted by best-selling author, Collette Lyons, Brent Cross Town Book Club is your chance to get stuck into a page-turner in an inclusive space for all the community.
Hosted by best-selling author, Collette Lyons, Brent Cross Town Book Club is your chance to get stuck into a page-turner in an inclusive space for all the community.
We meet monthly on Saturdays at the Visitor Pavilion and it’s free to join! Please register though, as spaces are limited.
Brent Cross Town Visitor Pavilion
145 Claremont Road
NW2 1FE
Escape Game Over transports you to new worlds, from schools of magic and lost underwater cities, to a hotel made from the stuff of nightmares. The question is: can you escape in time?
Escape Game Over transports you to new worlds, from schools of magic and lost underwater cities, to a hotel made from the stuff of nightmares. The question is: can you escape in time?
The Escape Rooms are a 22-minute walk from the Visitor Pavilion, or a short bus ride and a walk.
Game Over London
L1, Prince Charles Drive
Join our friendly Chess Club every Friday afternoon this summer from 12pm to 4pm at Gussy’s Ice Cream Parlour.
Join our friendly Chess Club every Friday afternoon this summer from 12pm to 4pm at Gussy’s Ice Cream Parlour.
It’s completely free, and we provide all the boards and pieces. A local resident and experienced chess tutor often join in when available, offering tips and friendly games. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, all are welcome to drop in and play!
