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Campaign to remember pioneering female hot air balloonist
A campaign has been launched for a memorial in Abney Park for a pioneering 19th century balloonist who became the first English woman to...
Jenna Fansa
May 19, 20222 min read
10 great brunch spots in Stokey
Whether you’re after a good old-fashioned fry-up, a vegan feast or a variation on smashed avocados, Stoke Newington has some of the...
Jenna Fansa
May 13, 20224 min read
Trainee medic launches colourful new events space
Coffee shop and cocktail bar Atlas Grinds has transformed its basement into a vibrant events space for exhibitions, club nights and more....
Jenna Fansa
May 3, 20222 min read
World’s Best Irish Pub celebrates 30 years in Stokey
Tomás Leydon was just 17 when he left his home in Ireland and joined his brother Aonghus behind the bar at the Auld Shillelagh. The pub...
Jenna Fansa
Apr 26, 20222 min read
Stokey’s best street art
From characterful flamingos to a charming fox, a quirky brick-flat and our very own Banksy, Stoke Newington has some fabulous street art....
Jenna Fansa
Apr 21, 20223 min read
Stoke Newington traders rally to support Ukraine
Shops and restaurants in Stoke Newington collected a Luton van full of supplies for Ukrainian refugees. Boxes packed full of batteries,...
Jenna Fansa
Mar 7, 20221 min read
Stokey Facts to blow your mind
Did you know that a man was once buried in Stoke Newington with a bell attached to his wrist – for fear of being buried alive! If you...
Jenna Fansa
Mar 1, 20224 min read
Traders join forces to promote London’s ‘friendliest neighbourhood’
Traders in Stoke Newington have launched See you in Stokey – a campaign promoting ‘London’s friendliest neighbourhood.’ Following a...
Jenna Fansa
Feb 25, 20222 min read
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