Elephant and Castle culture

A prime location at the center of London. More history than you can shake a stick at. Elephant and Castle is an area that more than lives up to its strange but interesting name.  Buy a home here, and you’ll soon wonder why you thought of living anywhere else. With plenty of  leafy areas to explore, and a diverse selection of shops and stores, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a livelier part of London.

Thinking of making the move to Elephant and Castle? Here’s everything you can expect from this special part of London:

One of the first things you’ll want to do upon moving to Elephant and Castle is finding a  good place to eat. Thankfully, you won’t have to look far for your new favourite dinner spot. If you love Asian food, try  Kokoro for Korean-Japanese fusion dishes, including handmade sushi and hearty curries. Elsewhere,  Cheeky Chicos promises tasty Mexican dishes with happy hour cocktails, while  Beza serves up authentic Ethiopian dishes with a vegan twist!

With so much to do on your doorstep, there aren’t many reasons why you would want to leave Elephant and Castle. But should you feel like exploring the sights and cultural attractions elsewhere in London, this area is about as well-connected as it gets. With a local tube station and plenty of buses, you can visit stations like Oxford Circus and London Bridge in a heartbeat. And if you have a job in the city, why not take a relaxing 30 minute walk to Westminster and The City?

Looking for a peaceful spot to watch the world go by? You’ll be delighted to hear that Elephant and Castle is blessed with plenty of  tranquil green spaces. Chief among them is 138-acre Burgess Park, a stunning park where you can head out for a nature walk or take advantage of facilities like a tennis court or football pitches. The area is also home to the ornate Geraldine Mary Harmsworth Park, which boasts a children’s playground and a relaxing Tibetan garden.

When it comes to art and culture, few areas of London are as diverse and enriching as Elephant and Castle. With an apartment at Elephant Park, you can head out to The Southbank Centre to catch a lavish play or performance, or visit The Drawing Room Gallery to learn more about contemporary drawing techniques. Ealing is also home to the  SoLo Craft Fair, where you can purchase a stunning art piece from a local artist.

Elephant and Castle is an area where you’ll never find yourself short on fun things to do. History buffs can head to the  Imperial War Museum to find out about the unique history of this area, cinephiles can head down to the Backyard Cinema to catch a flick in sublime surroundings, and The Treehouse is a new community space with something for everyone. After a day out exploring all Elephant and Castle has to offer, why not head to famous nightclub  Ministry of Sound for a special night out?

Is keeping fit and active important to you? Elephant and Castle is practically designed for the more  fitness-minded resident. Castle Centre has the best selection of different things to do, with a fully-equipped gym, pools, and even a spa. But there’s also lively gyms like Gymbox, which feels like you’re working out in a nightclub, and  Fight City Gym, where you can punch your way to fitness.With Reformer Pilates sessions and HIIT classes,  Tempo 301 is the studio to go to stretch, strengthen and get your heart rate up. Alternatively, slow down the pace with a restorative flow at  MoreYoga. This studio offers classes for all skill levels, from complete beginners to seasoned pros. 

If you want a base to get out exploring Elephant and Castle, look no further than Elephant Park. This new housing development from Lendlease is perfectly situated for you to make the most of life in London, with more local events, parks and shops than the eye can see. To find out more about Elephant Park, discover our  renting and buying options today.