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Brimming with beautiful 18th-century architecture and green spaces, Highgate maintains the aura of an exclusive village perched on top of a steep hill. It has many unique features that make it well worth a visit.
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Highgate is a suburban area of London at the northeastern corner of Hampstead Heath, 4 + 1 ⁄ 2 miles (7 kilometres) north-northwest of Charing Cross. Highgate is one of the most expensive London suburbs in which to live.
- Highgate Cemetery. Arguably London’s most famous graveyard, Highgate Cemetery is the best-known of the Magnificent Seven cemeteries that were built on the peripheries of Victorian London (others include Nunhead and Kensal Green).
- Highgate Wood. Undeservedly lost in the shadow of Hampstead Heath, Highgate Wood is one of the nicest green spaces in North London – a meandering stretch of ancient woodland that was mentioned in the Domesday Book.
- Holly Village. Highgate is no stranger to imposing architecture, yet the elaborate Neo-Gothic buildings of Holly Village never fail to make me stop and stare.
- Hampstead Heath. I can only describe Hampstead Heath as a stretch of countryside caught up in the outer regions of London – historically, that’s exactly what it is – a rolling vista of muddy lanes, copses and heathland that’s been gradually surrounded by London as it pursued its outward march.
- Take a wander through that famous cemetery. Victorian extravagance has made Highgate Cemetery a seriously impressive place, and no wonder given that it’s a part of London’s ‘Magnificent Seven’ – a series of large, private cemeteries established back in the the 19th century to alleviate overcrowding in existing parish burial grounds.
- Try and tackle the pub quiz at The Boogaloo. The quiz at The Boogaloo, ‘Who Killed Bambi?’ is proud to be the longest running musical pub quiz in the whole of London Town.
- Go for a dip in the namesake ponds. Ah yes – we couldn’t do a roundup of the best things to do in Highgate without mentioning this one now could we? There are over 30 ponds dotted about the vast swathes of Hampstead Heath, but three have been specially designated for swimming – one just for men (Highgate Men’s Pond), another for women (Kenwood Ladies’ Pond), and one that’s shared by both (Hampstead Mixed Pond).
- Spot some wildlife on an amble through Highgate Woods. Set between Highgate and East Finchley hides this gorgeous 28-hectare London forest—an ancient woodland which dates back to Mediaeval times – nestled right into the background of suburbia.
Highgate is one of the most elegant neighborhoods in London, and it’s a great place to discover on foot. My walking route will take you to the best places in the area and let you explore its high streets, side streets, and hidden spaces. I’ve included a map as well.
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Feb 14, 2024 · Famous for its Highgate Cemetery, it is one of the nicest North London neighbourhoods to live in or visit. From heavenly hillside views to ancient inns that were frequented by the likes of Dickens and Byron – there are many things to do in Highgate.
