Art and Culture
Some of the finest works created and visionary masterpieces are just moments away from Woodberry Park, a few examples of which are listed below
Estorick Collection - Modern Italian Art and Cafe
The Estorick Collection brings together some of the finest and most important works created by Italian artists during the first half of the twentieth century and is Britain's only gallery devoted to modern Italian art. The Italian cafe, with outdoor seating in the beautiful landscaped garden, offers light lunches with daily specials, cakes and pastries.
39a Canonbury Square, London, N1 2AN
Nearest Tube: Highbury & Islington
Rio Cinema
The Rio is a flourishing community cinema, whose policy is decided by a Board of Directors consisting of local people elected each year. It is a cinema which is responsive to the interests of sections of the community often ignored by mainstream commercial cinema. Examples of this are the annual Turkish and Kurdish film festivals and midweek classic matinees.
107 Kingsland High Street, London, E8 2PB
Nearest Overground: Dalston Kingsland
Almeida Theatre & Restaurant - Theatre & French Restaurant
The Almeida Islington is a unique arena for public performance. The theatre produces a diverse range of British and international drama with some of the world's best artists, and have developed a reputation as a local theatre with world profile. Across the road, the Almedia restaurant prepares classic French cuisine in a simple yet elegant dining room to a high standard.
Almeida Street, London, N1 1TA
Nearest Tube: Highbury & Islington
Theatre Royal Stratford East
The Theatre Royal opened in 1884 and in 1992 the beautiful Victorian-era auditorium was lovingly restored. producing seven new shows a year, including traditional pantomime, one-off shows and try-outs, the Theatre Royal are committed to developing new work that represents the aspirations and concerns of the diverse local community. The Theatre Royal Bar offers relaxing live music, freshly cooked food and a wide range of beverages to enhance the theatre experience.
Gerry Raffles Square, London, E15 1BN
Nearest Tube: Stratford
The Design Museum
The Design Museum is the world's leading museum devoted to contemporary design in every form from furniture to graphics, and architecture to industrial design. It is working to place design at the centre of contemporary culture. The Design Museum's aim is to celebrate, entertain and inform.
The mission of the Design Museum Shop is to celebrate good and intelligent design. The shop has evolved into a destination store for design conscious visitors worldwide. The products are designed and created by the world's most well-known and well regarded designers, but also supports and presents new, young and emerging talent.
Shad Thames, London, SE1 2YD
Nearest Tube: London Bridge
