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London's Best Borough
There are few corners of London that can
compete with Haringey. This is a borough
with a unique atmosphere, a unique attitude
and a great quality of life. Home to fantastic
people and communities.
Haringey’s future is bright, with
hundreds of millions of pounds of
investment pouring in and many more
people choosing to make the borough
their home.
There is much to enjoy in Haringey, and
our fantastic array of local businesses
and high streets epitomise the variety
on offer across the borough.
This guide offers a taste of the very
best in Haringey’s businesses – from
the village charms of Highgate and
Muswell Hill to the multicultural cafés
of Green Lanes and the independent
companies making Tottenham
their home.
Highgate Village
Occupying the most south-westerly
point of Haringey, Highgate enjoys an
envious hilltop location overlooking
Hampstead Heath and central London –
it’s no surprise then that Highgate
boasts a number of famous faces
amongst its residents. Local
organisations such as the Highgate
Society and Highgate Literary &
Scientific Institute ensure community
is at the heart of life in Highgate.
The charming Highgate High Street
is home to an eclectic array of
independent stores, well-known names
and restaurants and bars to suit every
taste. Browse for your next read at the
independent Highgate Bookshop; pick
up tasty fresh food at the Highgate
Village Fruiterers; find a rare wine at
Bottle & Basket; grab the perfect gift
at the Village Jeweller, or take home
a delicious cut of meat from the
Village Butchers.
If shopping or walking on the nearby
Hampstead Heath has worn you out,
there are so many places to stop for a
refresher and watch the world go by –
from tea rooms to traditional pubs,
and laid back cafés to fine dining
restaurants.
Crouch End
Undoubtedly one of north London’s
most popular spots both to live and visit,
Crouch End enjoys a laid-back, family-
friendly vibe and a reputation as a hub
for media and creative types.
Dining out is a Crouch End institution,
with a range of restaurants, pubs and
bars to rival the best London has to
offer – from intimate fine-dining
eateries like Bistro Aix to lively
neighbourhood favourites such as
Banners and Monkeynuts, and delicious
deli treats and cakes at Red Pepper
Jelly. After eating, there’s plenty of
entertainment to be had in Crouch End,
including live comedy at Downstairs at
the Kings Head, the best in cinema at
the Arthouse and live bands at a number
of local pubs.
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