New Cross

5 Places For A Drink In New Cross

5 Places For A Drink In New Cross

For an outsider the first impression of New Cross might not be bedazzling, but the area is actually very charming. This lively part of town is home to Goldsmiths College, casual hipsterism and fascinating places like Prangsta Costumiers and Venue. New Cross has a big art and music scene, which naturally goes hand in hand with having a few pints every once in a while, luckily, New Cross is also an area full of lovely pubs and bars which cater to all the different groups that inhabit New Cross – students, locals, families etc. Being kind, generous people at South London Club, we thought it only right to give a list of 5 places to go for a drink in New Cross.

22 Independent Theatres in South London

22 Independent Theatres in South London

Do you enjoy the bright lights, breathtaking music and awe-inspiring sights of a great theatrical production?Independent theatres, however, range greatly in size, type and frequency of events/performances. Some are large, with famous actors and playwrights vying for artistic prestige in purpose-built theatres to audiences of up to around 1,000 people, while others take the form of a church hall or community building that is transformed into a set for young, developing actors, performers and writers To make things easy, here’s our list of the best 22 independent theatres in South London.

6 Beer Gardens To Try In Lewisham Borough This Summer

6 Beer Gardens To Try In Lewisham Borough This Summer

Now the truth is guys, beer gardens did not originate in South London. Nope. They actually first gained popularity over in Munich, Germany, where we hear they quite like a drink – see Oktoberfest (which is actually in September). While some might argue that the whole world is one big beer garden, and they might have something of a point, however, we would suggest that really it has to be connected to a public establishment that sells or makes alcohol (so you’re backgarden doesn’t count). We’ve talked already about some beer gardens in Southwark borough, and we went through what could be a beer garden, now it’s the turn of Lewisham borough. So, without further ado, here is South London Club’s list of 6 beer gardens in Lewisham borough you have to try this summer.

A Brief History of The Venue in New Cross

A Brief History of The Venue in New Cross

Chances are if you are from South East London, or just happen to be a young person living in South East London, you have either been invited to, or have actually set foot in the hallowed nightclub. Though referred to universally as just ‘Venue’, the nightclub is, in more scientific circles, known as The Venue, and even more colloquially as a shouted 'Venners', or the more global 'Vennerzuela'. Here's a brief account of The Venue's intriguing history, including some surprising facts that will make you think twice next time you pass by this historic venue.

6 Top Brunch Spots in Lewisham Borough

6 Top Brunch Spots in Lewisham Borough

Brunch is now the most defining meal of the day in many great local cafes, trumping anything else on offer with a glamorous hybrid of all the best things on the menu. When you need that mid-morning food fix, with sizeable portions of this and that and a robust brew to wash it all down with, there’s plenty of cafes in Lewisham that deliver the brunch to set you straight for the rest of the day.