September 29th, 2009 by eShop600

Dont forget tomorrow is the deadline for the National digital tv re-tune day, 30th September 2009. You need to re-tune your Free View box to carry on receiving digital channels. To find out how to do this from the Comet electrical page, please click this link HOW TO RE-TUNE YOUR FREE VIEW BOX.

You may also find Video Recorders over 3 years old may not be able to record digital tv from tomorrow as well.

Local Information for Whetstone

Whetstone is located in the borough of Barnet, in the area adjoining Totteridge. Whetstone is a small residential area that has maintained a friendly, welcoming village atmosphere.

In medieval times, Whetstone was an important staging post for stagecoaches. Today, it is just minutes from any of London’s famous sights such as the London Eye or the Royal Air Force Museum.

The Adelphi Fine Art Museum and the Bertold Gallery are both located nearby and offers exhibits of local artist as well as great English artwork.

Take a little time to shopping at the Spires Shopping Centre with many clothing and accessory shops to explore. There are also many small shops lining the streets around the centre selling a variety of ethnic goods.

Enjoy one of Whetstone’s great pubs; the Haven, Black Bull and the Griffin just to name a few. There are countless restaurants with cuisine from Indian, Chinese, Italian, French and much more.

September 8th, 2009 by eShop600

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Join Sky TV today and you will receive £50 worth of Marks and Spencer, buy the Sky+ HD for £49 and you can pick 2 TV packages from Sky Digital for only £18.50 per month, this can include movies, sports, life style etc….

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local information for Kingston upon Thames

Kingston upon Thames is a busy riverside, suburban town on the borders of London and Surrey. The town is situated in the Royal borough of Kingston upon Thames, in London. Originally an ancient market town, it is located 10 miles south west of Charing Cross.

Kingston is rich in history. It was occupied in roman times, Saxon kings were crowned there and the town received its first Royal charter from King John in 1208. You can still see The Lovekyn Chapel, founded in 1309 by Edward Lovekyn, It is the only private chantry chapel in the country to survive the Reformation. Edward IV’s charter gave the town borough status in 1481. Today the town is a bustling retail centre with a small number of commercial offices. There’s a wide selection of bars and restaurants along the banks of the River Thames.

One of the more unusual sights in Kingston is a sculpture called ‘Out of Order’. This sculpture by David Mach shows several disused red telephone boxes that have been tipped up to lean against one another in an arrangement resembling dominoes.

Other things to do in the area include taking a walk across Kingston Bridge to explore Hampton Court Palace. Watching a game of rugby at Kingston rugby club, one of the oldest surviving rugby clubs, originating in 1887 or enjoying an afternoon of rowing on the River Thames.

August 17th, 2009 by eShop600

Join Sky TV Digital and get free broadband, sky talk and £50 Tesco Card Vouchers if you live in Chelsfield. When you pick or choose your sky TV movie pack you also get HD Sports for half price from Sky. Sky are offering Sky Sports HD for £9 if you buy the Sky+ HD Box for £49.

Local Information for Chelsfield and Sky Digital

Chelsfield Village is located in Orpington in Greater London. The village is host to a wide variety of events throughout the year including art and photograph shows and drama events. Although the village is a small area, the residents and businesses are warm and welcoming to visitors.

There are several castles within the region that everyone in your group will enjoy touring. You may want to visit the St Martin of Tours church, which dates back to the 12th century with additions over the next few centuries. The church is located near the Chelsfield railway station.

The Down House is a beautiful architectural building near the heart of the village. Next, ,Lullingstone Castle is home to the World of Garden plants and dates back to the time of Doomsday. The Manor House was frequented by Henry VIII and Queen Anne. Eynsford Castle houses the remains of one of the earliest Norman stone castles. It was built in 1100 and little has changed over the centuries.

Visit one of Chelsfield’s pubs for a relaxing evening and traditional dinner. Try the Five Bells, The Royal Oak and the Rose & Crown are just a few.

Restaurants in the area offer a diverse menu selection from Indian, Chinese, Italian as well as traditional English fare. Saffrons, Ramsden Fish Bar, Spice Mela and Xian are just a few favorites.

August 16th, 2009 by eShop600

How much does HD TV Cost with Sky Digital in Hook – £49 Installed

You can get the Sky+ HD Box for £49 installed for free and £25 worth of Tesco Vouchers at the same time also free. You can record two programs at the same time while watching a third program on Sky TV. You can also record, rewind and pause live TV with the Sky+ HD Box. The picture quality is superb as well as the 5.1 surround sound built in. There is a current waiting time for the Sky Box, not sure how long, but if you order today, you can select your install date from Sky.

Sky also offer Broadband and Sky Talk which is cheaper than BT. Sky are also bringing out SKY 3D either at Christmas 2009 or next Easter 2010.

Local Information for Hook

Hook is a large village first developed in 1932. Located in the district of Hart in north-east Hampshire it was further developed in the 1960’s. Today the village is home to approximately 8,000 people who are warm and welcoming to visitors in the area.

Visitors will enjoy touring Blenheim Palace, the home of the 11th Duke of Marlborough and the birthplace of Winston Churchill. Car enthusiasts will want to take in the Heritage Motor Centre, which is home to the largest collection of British Veteran, Vintage and Classic cars in the world.

After touring the area, relax in a local pub and enjoy a traditional meal or a drink. The Bell Inn or the Gates Hang High Inn is a couple local favorites. The Hook Norton Brewery was started over 150 years ago and their brews have won a range of awards for ales and bottled beers. They are well known and respected throughout London.

You will find great selections of restaurants to choose from while dining in Hook. Try the Stilton Dish, Café Mirza, Hatchgate and Four Horseshoes offer diverse menus that will please everyone in your group.

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How much does HD TV Cost with Virgin Media in Hook – £49 Installed

With Virgin Media you can also have the V+ HD Box for £49 installed for free. They offer 160 channels, with SKY SPORTS HD and HD Movies. Virgin Media Packages start as little as £10, but they do offer package bundles for £19.50, which is excellent Value. Virgin also offer Broadband with a £30 saving, and Mobile Phones with free talk time.

So what is the difference between the two HD TV Boxes?

Not much is the answer! Sky is slighty more popular because they have been around longer, but there is a waiting time for the Sky+ HD Box. With Virgin Media, it does the same job and they will install the machine straight away for it’s new customers.

July 29th, 2009 by eShop600

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Bayswater is located in the London borough of Westminster and is home to a large number of hotels and a very diverse population – among them, Americans, Greeks, Arabs and Brazilians. There have been many famous residents in Bayswater, including Winston Churchill, Alexander Flemming, Stella McCartney, Keira Knightly and Sting (Sting’s wife Trudie, lived two doors down in a basement apartment). Tour Bayswater in your car and see if you can locate any old homes of the rich and famous.

At the time of writing for the Domesday Book in 1086 the area now known as Bayswater was owned by the Abbey of Westminster with its most notable tenant being Bainiardus. He is thought to be the same person who was a friend of William I, or William the Conqueror and gave his name to Baynard’s Castle. It is said that the springs that are located close by watered the cattle of Baynard as well as his home and castle. Hence, the name Bayswater stems from that – Baynard’s Water – Bayswater. Travel around Bayswater in your car rental and try to find where the castle once stood now long gone.

Nowadays, Bayswater is made up of Georgian stucco terraces and garden squares with properties ranging from studio apartments and flats to expensive apartments. Some of the apartments were purpose built during the wars and there is also a large council estate that has now almost all been sold off.

The headquarters of Opus Dei are also located in Bayswater. Known formally as the Prelature of the Holy Cross and Opus Dei, this Catholic organization teaches the beliefs that everyone is called to holiness and the ordinary life is a path to sanctity. Drive around Bayswater in your car and see the sites today!

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July 27th, 2009 by eShop600

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Battersea is located in the London borough of Wandsworth a short drive in your car rental from Charing Cross. It lies on the south bank of the Thames with several places located in the suburb well known – among them Battersea Power Station (featured on the Pink Floyd album ‘Animals’), the Battersea Dogs’ and Cats’ Home (built in 1860 but only moved to Battersea in 1871), the New Covent Garden Market (considered, like the dogs and cats home, to be part of Nine Elms moved from Covent Garden in 1974 and a wholesaler of fruits and vegetables) and Battersea Park (83 hectares begun in 1846 home to the Peace Pagoda and a zoo). The London Heliport, London’s busiest, is also found in Battersea as is Clapham Junction (which is said to be the busiest station in the United Kingdom and Europe). Spend a day visiting the sites of Battersea in your car rental and truly appreciate this old London suburb.

Saint Mary’s Church in Battersea is believed to be on the site of regular Christian worship for over 1000 years – even to this day – and is said to be one of the oldest consecrated ground on the banks of the Thames. The original church was built in 800AD, with the current church dating back to 1777.

The crypt contains the family of Benedict Arnold (and the man himself) – the person famous for swapping sides during the American Revolutionary War and attempting to hand West Point to the British poet, painter and printmaker William Blake was married in the church; after telling his wife-to-be Catherine and her parents about a refused proposal, Catherine expressed sympathy to him.

He asked her “Do you pity me?” When she replied that she indeed did he responded “Then I love you.” She became an important part in his personal and working lives and he taught her to read and write. Tour Battersea in your car rental and discover the old church building for yourself.

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July 27th, 2009 by eShop600

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There is an extensive range of schools available with the London Borough of Bromley. Within the borough there are 77 primary schools, 5 are Foundation, 11 are Voluntary Aided and 5 are Voluntary Controlled. There are 16 Faith Schools.

There are less secondary schools but still a comprehensive range of 18 schools within the borough. Fourteen are Foundation Schools and 3 are Voluntary Aided. One is a Community School and two are Faith Schools.

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There are 5 special needs schools within the borough and 18 additionally resourced mainstream primary schools and 4 additionally resourced mainstream secondary schools in the borough for children who have been statemented or have special educational needs.

In addition to the above selection of schools there are 13 independent schools in the borough. Ashgrove is a private school for children between the ages of 3 to 11. Babington House provides private schooling for children between the ages of 3 to 11 with a provision for girls to attend the school until they are 16. Baston School takes only girls from the ages of 2 and a half to sixteen. St Christopher’s School is a preparatory school which takes boys and girls from the ages of three to sixteen. Brown’s School educates children between the ages of six to twelve with special educational needs. Farrington’s School educates pupils from the age of two and a half up until they are eighteen and you can board you children there is you wish.

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July 27th, 2009 by eShop600

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From Biggin Hill you are minutes from the Bromley Museum. The museum is located in the medieval building the Priory and is a great place to explore the history of Bromley. Visit Crofton Roman Villa, the only Roman Villa in greater London. The Villa was inhabited from 140 AD to 400 AD.
Explore the twenty-two miles of tunnels at Chislehurst Caves dating back to 1250. There are also several parks in the area that offer a beautiful setting of gardens and woodland to enjoy.

Crystal Palace Park is a short drive from Biggin Hill and its gardens are a Victorian design and include an Olympic size swimming pool. The Park is home to a large population of ring-neck parakeets.

Biggin Hill is home to a wide range of restaurants and pubs with a diverse selection of menus. Try San Basilio for Italian, Paccinos for a traditional English meal, Yangtze offers Chinese and Rendezvous’s menu is French. Blacksmith Arms is a favorite pub of the locals with a great menu and value prices. Other local favorites include The King’s Arms and The Crown.

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July 26th, 2009 by eShop600

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Balham is an inner south London neighbourhood with many Victorian terraced houses now highly sought after by families wishing to live close to London. This is also helped by the fact that Balham has a rail/tube interchange and means easy access to both the West End and London. As a consequence, Balham has lost some of its working-class atmosphere; the effect is doubled because of wealthier families leading to more upper class establishments in town.

Take your car into town and dine at one of the fine restaurants that now call Balham home. The Bedford (pub) is famous for its live entertainment, so perhaps after dinner you could take your car rental for a pint and some comedy. Then perhaps browse a shop, well known for being almost the last of its kind in south east England – My Back Pages, an independent bookstore. Stocking everything from new to old, second hand and antiquarian, My Back Pages is the place to see for books.

The area has been settled since time of the Saxons, with Balham Hill and Balham High Road following the line of the ancient Roman road Stane Street, nowadays called the A24 to Chichester. In the 1600s, Balham was mentioned as alternatively Ballham, Balham Manor or Balham Hill.

Balham is located mostly in the London borough of Wandsworth and is sandwiched between four commons found in south London: Wandsworth, Clapham, Tooting Graveney and Tooting Bec. Even though they are distinct areas many people (including locals and their council) refer to the last two as ‘Tooting Common’.

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July 26th, 2009 by eShop600

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Ashtead is a large village located on the Surrey Green Belt in London. The Green Belt is a strip of land that is designated not to be developed so as to preserve some natural habitat around areas of urban development. These green areas may be simply farmland or parks and reserves. Take a drive out to Ashtead in your car rental and see how tranquil city living can be!

Ashtead is home to Ashtead Common, a wooded area measuring 181 hectares, just to the north of Ashtead village. Ashtead Common forms part of a larger area that is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) – the Epsom and Ashtead Commons. The large community of breeding birds located on the common has been instrumental in its being a SSSI, and the rare invertebrates that live in the decaying ancient trees have also meant it is a National Nature Reserve. It also contains a wooded area that contains 2,300 oaks that are between 300 and 400 years old!

A Roman villa and some tile works have ensured the common is also home to ‘scheduled ancient monuments’ as well (so it is safe to say that Ashtead has been inhabited since Roman times). Definitely one not to be missed – park your car rental and have a look around. Ashtead Common separates Ashtead from Epsom, and the M25 separates Ashtead from Leatherhead. Ashtead Common is one area that locals refer to when speaking of Ashtead, the other two are The Village (The Village Centre, around the Street) and Lower Ashtead.

They also talk about Ashtead Park, Ashtead Heath and Ashtead Downs. Lower Ashtead is a flatter area just before the common is reached and contains a park, a youth club and housing estates, all built near the railway station

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July 25th, 2009 by eShop600

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Anerley is part of the largest London Borough of Bromley and is situated in the southeastern part of the capital. Towns within the borough include Crystal Palace, Cray Valley, Penge, Aherley and Biggen Hill to name a few. Arts, crafts, parks, sports, and culture all play a huge role in the ambiance that makes up Bromley and its many facets.

Charles Darwin, H.G. Wells, and Enid Blyton all have connections to Bromley and Anerley and keep its deep archeological, scientific and traditional history alive. The museum service is a great way to explore this history and see how these icons have molded modern day Anerley. The area is certainly one of the best examples of how the past has perfectly melded with the present to create the perfect mix of cultures.

Anerley is a wonderful place to live mainly because of the more than one hundred parks and recreation areas. The moderate cost of living and good schools also make it a great choice for families to live in a safe and growing environment. Families of all kinds are comfortable in areas of Anerley and you will find civil marriages and civil partnership ceremonies being performed on a regular basis. Many conferences, seminar, concerts, debates and other celebrations take place in Anerley.

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July 25th, 2009 by eShop600

Watch the US Open Tennis this August on Sky Sports Live. Join Sky TV today and get Sky Sports for only £9. You also get Free Broadand and Telephone when you buy the Sky+ HD Box for only £49.

Who is favourite to win the US Open Tennis 2009, well, Roger Federer has to be favourite as he has won the tournament for the last 5 years, But Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal ( as long as he is fit to play) are the two best outside favourites to win the US Open, saying that Andy Murray did beat Rafael Nadal last year easily in the semi finals, so don’t be surprised if we have another Roger Federer v Andy Murray Final for 2009.

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The winner will receive 2 night’s all expenses paid flight and hotel and $500 spending money for your holiday to Flushing Meadows, New York, USA. You will also see Andy Murray play in the early tennis rounds, which gives you a 2 day pass to the US Open at Flushing Meadows in New York.

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July 25th, 2009 by eShop600

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Back in the day when walls surrounded London and gates were the means by which people entered or exited the city, Aldgate was the easternmost gateway. It led from London to the city of Whitechapel and East End. There was a gate over the road as far back as Roman times, even before the city walls were constructed. It was a bit of a traffic problem and was rebuilt 1108-1147, and 1215. In 1607-1609 it was completely rebuilt and eventually taken down in 1761.

The name comes from Ale-gate, which literally means ‘open to all’, because there were no tolls at this gate (unusual in itself). The moat around the wall today forms the line of Houndsditch a street in London that connects Aldgate to Bishopsgate. The name is first mentioned in the 1200s, and refers to the fact that dead dogs were disposed of in the ditch. There is only one street in Aldgate and it is only 50 metres long, and it only has two buildings on it! Drive down the street in your car rental and be a part of history.

The spelling Aldgate did not come in until about 1486. There were apartments on top of the gate and at one time they were the home of Geoffrey Chaucer while he was a customs official from 1374-1386. On grounds just inside the gate, Queen Matilda (wife of Henry I) founded the Augustinian Priory of Holy Trinity Aldgate in 1108.

London’s oldest synagogue is in Beavis Marks, found in Aldgate and dates back to 1698 when the Jews were welcomed back to London by Oliver Cromwell (after being thrown out in 1290 by King Edward I). Drive past (or stop in) in your car and inspect this historic old building

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July 24th, 2009 by eShop600

You can check out below the latest promotional deals and offers from Sky Digital. You can choose between the Sky+ Box and the Sky+ HD Box for your personal viewing, choose your own Sports and Movie channels or different variety packs.

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July 22nd, 2009 by eShop600

Sky TV Digital and Vodafone mobile phone and broadband deals and offers for Tooting, London

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Tooting, in south London, is a cosmopolitan area which dates back to the time of the Romans. Its name means “dwelling of the sons of Tota”. A Roman settlement grew on Stane Street which ran from London to Chichester, which passed through Tooting.

Since the days of the Roman Empire, this land passed hands several times. In the 7th century, it belonged to the Abbey of Chertsey. Edward the Confessor handed the land to the viking Suene in 10th century, eventually being returned to the Abbey by the 11th century.

The arrival of trains to the area saw the area develop in the early 20th century. While some Victorian and Edwardian houses can be found in the area, much of Tooting’s homes reflect the construction boom of the Twenties and Thirties.

Tooting Bec Lido, London’s largest open air swimming pool, has been popular with the district’s residents since opening in 1906.

Tooting is home to a number of shops as well as the stalls of Tooting Markets. Open Monday to Saturday, the markets contain an eclectic mix of sellers. Those looking for bargains will not be disappointed as it offers everything from fresh seafood to tattoos.

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July 21st, 2009 by eShop600

Sky TV Digital and Vodafone mobile phone and broadband deals and offers for Tottenham, London

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Tottenham, in North London, is perhaps best known as being the home of White Hart Lane, Tottenham Hotspurs’ home ground. The area has a rich history which spans back more than a thousand years. Its location, along Ermine Street,an ancient Roman route, saw Tottenham develop between High Cross and Tottenham Hale, now known as Monument Way.

It is believed to have once been a farm belonging to Tota, who was the town’s namesake. In the 12th century, it was home to 70 labouring families who worked for the Lord of the Manor of Toteham, as it was known then. All Hallow’s Church, the area’s oldest building, was built around this time by the Normans and can be visited in your car.

The area developed a reputation as a retreat for London’s wealthy merchants and aristocracy during the Tudor period. Henry VIII was a visitor to Bruce Castle and is believed to have joined hunts in Tottenham Wood. The Grade I listed Bruce Castle, built in the 16th century, now houses a local history museum.

The arrival of trains to the area in the late 19th century saw Tottenham transformed from a secluded haven for the upper and middle classes into a vast working class suburb.

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July 20th, 2009 by eShop600

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South Lambeth, in the London Borough of Lambeth, is an urban residential area which includes the districts of Vauxhall, Kennington, Oval and Stockwell.

Until the 14th century, these areas made up the Manor of South Lambeth, which was owned by the crown. The area of Vauxhall was gifted to Sir Roger D’Amory in 1317 by King Edward II, while his son King Edward III gifted his eldest child, Edward ‘The Black Prince’ with Kennington, Oval and Stockwell.

For more than 500 years, the areas were used as country retreats for wealthy London merchants and the aristocracy. The arrival of rail in the mid-19th century saw the areas transform into middle-class London commuter towns.

In recent years, South Lambeth has developed into a multi-cultural cosmopolitan community. Many refer to the area as “Little Portugal”, in honour of its growing Portuguese community who have enriched the area. Many Portuguese shops, bars and restaurants can be found on South Lambeth Road.

South Lambeth Road is the area’s main shopping area and is home some of London’s best delicatessens and restaurants that reflect menus from around the globe. Whether you fancy Indian, Spanish or African cuisine, you will be spoiled for choice.

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July 20th, 2009 by eShop600

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Nestled between Chelsea and Knightsbridge, South Kensington may seem difficult to define at first glance. Despite its built-up appearance, the area was known for its agricultural offerings until the mid-19th century.

Like its neighbours, the area is known for its wealthy residents and numbers of tourists lured to this cosmopolitan area which houses some of London’s most famous attractions.

Exhibition Road was created following Hyde Park’s Great Exhibition of 1851. Designed as a home for British arts and science institutions, the area draws thousands of visitors each year. Attractions on the site include: the Victoria & Albert Museum, the Natural History Museum, Baden-Powell House, Royal Albert Hall and the Science Museum.

Located just 2 miles from the shops of Oxford Street in the West End, its high street offers a wide variety of restaurants and shops. From one-off fashion boutiques to well known UK retailers, the High Street caters for all needs and budgets.

The area is home to large numbers of students studying at language schools and Imperial College London. South Kensington has a close affinity with France. Its consulate, a French secondary school (the Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle) and the French Institute are based here.

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July 19th, 2009 by eShop600

Sky TV Digital and Vodafone mobile phone and broadband deals and offers for South Tottenham, London

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Nestled between Tottenham, West Hill, Harringay and Stamford Hill, South Tottenham is a small urban residential centre in North London.

South Tottenham is reported to be Europe’s most ethnically-diverse community, with more than 300 languages spoken by its small population of 10,000 residents. The area is home to growing groups from the Caribbean, Portugal, Ireland, Turkey, West Africa and the Indian sub-continent.

When looking for a place to eat in South Tottenham, look no further than the High Road. The restaurants in this area reflect cultures from around the globe. Cornerstone offers delicious African dishes while La Carrilera brings the tastes of Brazil to north London.

A number of pubs can be found along this stretch of road. The colourful Dutch House is popular with locals for its friendly atmosphere and evening entertainment, such as Friday karaoke nights.

Its small shopping parade offers basic necessities, however nearby towns offer a wider shopping selection. Stamford Hill and Tottenham are a short drive in your minibus rental and provide access to many well-known UK retail names.

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