Camberwell is a district in South London and forms part of the London Borough of Southwark. The Camberwell College of Arts is located here, which leads to a growing art scene. The district is also home to Victorian-style architecture. New restaurants, bars, and cafes are steadily on the rise in this area too, making it a unique experience. Though it does not have a tube station, getting to Camberwell is fairly easy, and there are many buses that take you from the city center to this area. Stop by this beautiful neighborhood and spend the day relaxing in its lovely parks and gardens. Check out this list for the best things to do in Camberwell, as well as drop by the most popular pizzeria and bar to experience the local culture!
1. Enjoy a peaceful day out at Myatt's Field Park
Myatt’s Field Park is a 14-acre (5.7 hectares) Victorian park. This tranquil and beautiful park is community-run and was voted one of the top 10 best-loved parks in Britain. The park also has an extremely rich history and was first opened in 1889, where it was originally part of a 109-acre (44.1 hectares) estate. During World War I, the park housed a military hospital, and in World War II, trenches were dug there to shelter the locals from bombing. The park has since become a Conservation Area. Visit the park to enjoy nature and escape from the din and dust of the city. There is a community café, a playground with water play for kids, sports facilities, and a wildlife area. The wildlife area has a pond, fruit trees, woodland walk, and wildflower meadow. There is something to do for everyone at Myatt’s Field Park, so drop by to enjoy a peaceful day out in the sun.
Myatt's Field Park
Address: The Park Depot, Cormont Road, London, SE5 9RA
Website: Myatt’s Field Park
Opening hours: 7am - 8pm (daily)
2. Commemorate the Salvation Army founder, William Booth
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William Booth was a Methodist preacher born in 1829. He is the founder and first general of the Salvation Army. By the time of his death in 1912, the Salvation Army had grown significantly. Today, it has branches in over 91 countries. The William Booth Statue is located at the Salvation Army Museum, in front of the William Booth Building, which is also his birthplace.
William Booth Statue
Address: Camberwell, London SE5 8BQ, United Kingdom
Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)
3. Relax at the popular Ruskin Park
Ruskin Park is a popular and award-winning Edwardian park. The park is also notable for its trees, and there are over 600, representing 40 different species. Most of the trees were planted back in the 1900s when the park was still being laid out. The park has also retained a myriad of Edwardian features, including a pond and a pergola. Ruskin Park is the perfect place for a relaxing afternoon. Stroll through the lush greenery and learn about the rich history of the park as you witness the various Edwardian features.
Ruskin Park
Address: Brixton, London SE5 9BD, United Kingdom
Opening hours: 7am - 5:30pm (daily)
4. Dig into delicious and affordable pizzas at Theo's Pizzeria
Head on down to Theo’s Pizzeria for delicious Neapolitan-style sourdough pizzas. The restaurant uses a classic wood-fired brick oven that ensures a perfectly charred pizza. Pair your pizzas with house wines or Italian cocktails. Drop by for a leisurely lunch and enjoy the rich atmosphere at the restaurant. Its décor is minimalistic and almost feels like an art gallery.
Theo's Pizzeria
Address: 2 Grove Lane, London, SE5 8SY
Website: Theo’s Pizzeria
Opening hours: Mon: 12pm - 10pm; Tue - Thu, Sun: 12pm - 10:30pm; Fri & Sat: 12pm - 11pm
5. Chill out and sunbathe at Lucas Gardens
Lucas Gardens was opened as a public park in 1955. Prior to that, it was originally the grounds of 12 Georgian houses and was also once used as an extension to a school building. The park is situated on a gently sloping path, with mature trees lining the sidewalks. There are also beautiful flower beds and a water feature north of the park. Let off steam and sunbathe on the manicured lawns on a sunny day.
Lucas Gardens
Address: 28 Vestry Rd, Camberwell, London SE5 8NX, United Kingdom
Opening hours: 7:30am - 9pm (daily)
6. Enjoy a night out at Stormbird
At Stormbird Pub the emphasis is on its craft beer, and the pub offers an impressive beer selection, with a constant supply of IPAs, porters, and sours. It is a relaxed, no-nonsense pub for beer lovers, and is tastefully decorated. Though the pub does not serve food, customers are welcome to bring along takeout food to go along with their drinks.
Stormbird Pub
Address: 25 Camberwell Church St., London, SE5 8TR
Opening hours: Mon: 4pm - 11pm; Tue - Thu: 4pm - 12am; Fri: 4pm - 1am; Sat: 12pm - 1am; Sun: 12pm - 12am
Spend a relaxing and fulfilling day in Camberwell
Camberwell is home to amazing Victorian-style architecture, beautiful parks and gardens, a whole host of restaurants with delicious offerings, and bars and pubs. Spend a day or two here soaking up the ambiance and enjoying the artistic side of London.
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