Living in Tufnell Park
Thinking about moving to Tufnell Park? Discover why it's a great place to live, fun things to do here, what the local schools are like, transport connections and so much more.
Your guide to moving to Tufnell Park
Why Tufnell Park is a good place to live
Tufnell Park boasts an appealing mix of cosiness and cosmopolitan charm, making it an excellent place to set up home. This peaceful residential area offers a fantastic welcome with its tree-lined streets and grand Victorian houses, providing a sense of calm and tranquility. Living in Tufnell Park means having several great restaurants, classic British pubs, and charming cafes at your doorstep. Moreover, you're never too far from green spaces, with Tufnell Park Playing Fields and Whittington Park offering a welcome taste of nature in the city. Plus, with superb transport links, Tufnell Park residents can reach central London in just half an hour!
What's Tufnell Park famous for?
Tufnell Park has a rich historical heritage and a vibrant cultural scene. The area is famous for its rows of Victorian houses that give it a distinctive character. Furthermore, Tufnell Park is known for its famous former dairy farms, which played a significant role in supplying London with milk during the 19th century. This, combined with its wealth of celebrity residents including actors Damian Lewis, Helen McCrory, and supermodel Kristen McMenamy, has put Tufnell Park firmly on the map.
Things to do in Tufnell Park
Tufnell Park offers residents a plethora of activities to engage in. Simply strolling through the area's streets and exploring its local independent shops is an enjoyable pastime. For fans of good food and drink, the area's pubs, such as The Vine and Lord Palmerston, and cafes, like Rustiqe Café and Bear + Wolf, are certainly worth a visit. For nature and outdoor enthusiasts, Tufnell Park Playing Fields and nearby attractions like Parliament Hill and Hampstead Heath make for ideal spots for picnics, leisurely walks, or just lounging about on sunny days. With such a variety of things to do, the allure of living in Tufnell Park is undeniable.
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Transport in Tufnell Park
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Local connections
- Tufnell Park
- 0.1 miles / 0.2 km
- Kentish Town
- 0.4 miles / 0.6 km
- Kentish Town
- National Rail
- 0.4 miles / 0.6 km
- Gospel Oak
- National Rail
- 0.5 miles / 0.8 km
- Archway
- 0.7 miles / 1.1 km
- Upper Holloway
- National Rail
- 0.7 miles / 1.1 km
Schools in Tufnell Park
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Education in Tufnell Park
- Eleanor Palmer Primary School
- Ages: 3 - 11 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Outstanding (2023)
- Acland Burghley School
- Ages: 11 - 18 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2023)
- Wildwood Nature School
- Ages: 4 - 11 years old
- Tufnell Park Primary School
- Ages: 2 - 11 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2022)
- Beacon High
- Ages: 11 - 16 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2022)
- Kentish Town Church of England Primary School
- Ages: 3 - 11 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Outstanding (2017)
Local pubs in Tufnell Park
Junction Tavern
London NW5The Junction Tavern is an imposing Victorian building in the heart of North London. Dating back to 1885, the main bar and dining room reflects its late Victorian heyday, but with all the modern comfort and facilities of a great British pub.
Dartmouth Arms
London NW5This is the pub we think everyone should want at the end of their street. Great beer, tasty wine, proper food and quality music played on seriously good Hi-Fi.
Bull & Gate
London NW5Step inside the Bull and Gate for a piece of London music history along with fresh seasonal food, wide range of vegan options and a brilliant space in our decadent Boulogne Bar.
Southampton Arms
London NW5The Southampton Arms Ale and Cider House, the only dedicated ale and cider house in london to sell only beer and cider from small, independent UK breweries.
Tufnells
London N7