Islington

A guide to London’s city farms

A guide to London’s city farms

It may be surprising for anyone living in London to learn that barnyard animals and green fields could be just around their corner, but in fact there are a large number of City Farms throughout London.

Ladyfest 10 Review

Ladyfest 10 Review

For the past 10 years, Ladyfest has celebrated counter-culture and creativity in cities worldwide. This year, the movement arrived in Islington to showcase talent from all identities. “There’s often a question of [the need for Ladyfest]. A few men have even said, ‘oh, what about Manfest?’ and that kind of thing. Where I work and [...]

Pub o’ The Week: The Wenlock Arms

Pub o’ The Week: The Wenlock Arms

Pub correspondent Eugenio Montesano got teary at the sight of the handpumps in this pub. So British you can taste Margaret Thatcher in your pint.

The Barnsbury Pub: A traditional British boozer and hidden gem

The Barnsbury Pub: A traditional British boozer and hidden gem

In the heart of lively Islington, Barnsbury Pub manages to combine the warmth of old English pubs with the excitement common to the best places of this trendy London borough.

Floating homes – London’s houseboats

Floating homes – London’s houseboats

Want to live in central London but can’t face the cost? The First Pint’s Siri R. Svendsen explores one of London’s most popular alternatives – houseboats.

The Fig and Olive: as colourful as its food

The Fig and Olive: as colourful as its food

Do you have trouble choosing one of Islington’s restaurants to have a nice dinner? Wonder no more, as Martina Reinstadler gives her views on the Fig and Olive in Upper Street.

London Unpackaged: Shopping without the wrapping

London Unpackaged: Shopping without the wrapping

Discover an alternative to plastic wrapping. Islington’s Unpackaged shop takes us back to a simpler life where plastic does not rule over fruits and vegs.