Battersea Arts Centre
££·Lavender Hill·Clapham Junction
Things To Do
The best experiences, attractions, and hidden gems
Independent CinemaFilm Lovers
Clapham Picturehouse
££·Venn Street·Clapham Common
A beloved independent cinema on Venn Street showing the best of new releases, independent film, and special screenings. The bar upstairs is a perfect pre-film spot, and the programming always surprises.
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Park & GardensGreen Oasis
Battersea Park
£·Battersea·Battersea Park
One of London's finest parks, with a boating lake, a children's zoo, a peace pagoda, and some of the best river views in south London. Perfect for morning runs, afternoon walks, and weekend picnics.
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SwimmingProposed Revival
Clapham Common Lido
££·Clapham Common·Clapham Common
The long-proposed revival of a lido on Clapham Common has been a community dream for years. The campaign continues, and the idea of open-air swimming on the Common remains one of the most exciting prospects for the area.
Library & EventsAward-Winning Building
Clapham Library
£·Clapham Common·Clapham Common
The striking, award-winning library building on Clapham Common North Side is more than just books. Regular author events, children's activities, exhibitions, and a community hub that brings people together.
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Nature & WildlifeHidden Green Space
The Spinney Nature Reserve
£·Between the Commons·Clapham South
A hidden pocket of woodland between the two commons that most Clapham residents walk past without realising it is there. Wildflowers, birdsong, and a sense of calm that feels miles from the High Street.