Search results
Catford is a district in south east London, England, and the administrative centre of the London Borough of Lewisham. It is southwest of Lewisham itself, mostly in the Rushey Green and Catford South wards. The population of Catford, including Bellingham, was 44,905 in 2011. Catford covers most of SE6 postcode district.
Feb 5, 2020 · My Ten Things To Do In Catford London list includes the Catford Cat, Mountsfield Park, the Waterlink Way, Catford Mews (cinema, bar and food vendors and more.
Aug 12, 2024 · One of the most iconic landmarks in Catford is the Catford Cat, a large, quirky sculpture of a black cat perched above the Catford Centre. This whimsical statue has become a symbol of the area, reflecting Catford’s unique character.
Feb 7, 2018 · Over the past decade, Catford has transformed into a buzzing South-East London suburb, but interestingly has avoided gentrification, unlike neighbouring locations such as Crystal Palace.
- Lizzie Thomson
- London Writer
- Best Pub
- Best Place For Coffee
- Best Place For Culture
- Best Place to Shop
- Best Green Space
- Best Thing to Do
- Best Cheap Eat
‘The Catford Constitutional Club serves proper Sunday roasts, hosts live music nights and pub quizzes and has a garden for when the weather is on your side.’ Georgie Pursey
‘Middleton on Loampit Hill is open seven days a week and makes an amazing brunch! My favourite is the full vegetarian breakfast with an orange polenta cake to finish.’ Evie Möller
‘Lewisham Arthouse always has interesting exhibitions which are worth travelling to this part of town for.’ Iza Kawecka ‘I love the Broadway Theatre on Catford Road: it always has a varied line-up, featuring anything from boxing to comedy.’ Stephanie Chan
‘The Bottle Bar and Shop on Catford Broadway is a winner for drinking, eating and shopping. They sell killer craft bottled cocktails and host wine tastings and food pairings: a solid option for a date.’ Georgie Pursey ‘Brockley Market on Saturdays is one of the best things to have happened to Lewisham.’ Sophie Møller Vlachaki
‘I could spend my weekends wandering Mountsfield Park for hours. It has a cute community garden, meadow grasslands and a beautiful rose garden.’ Evie Möller
‘Head to the Rivoli Ballroom, a fabulous 1950s venue where you can occasionally catch a film. It’s unique in London!’ Christy Oliver ‘Check out Lewisham’s cute Phone Booth Book Exchange, where anyone can pick up any book found in there as long as they leave one behind.’ Sophie Møller Vlachaki
‘Mamma Dough in Ladywell serves the best sourdough pizza (move over, Franco Manca!). The base is thick but still crisp and the toppings are epic. Try the creamy burratina for a starter.’ Georgie Pursey ‘Catford Food Market is held on the last Sunday of every month and has an array of the best south-east London traders, so there’s something for ever...
Find restaurants, pubs and things to do in Catford with our guide to the very best things to eat, drink, see and do.
Oct 30, 2020 · Did you know Catford is named after the giant cat statue? It is an easy assumption but sadly, it isn’t true. Still, the Catford cat has quite a story behind it. The iconic cat has been clambering the sign for the Catford Shopping Centre since it was installed in the 1974.
People also ask
What is Catford famous for?
Where is Catford?
Is the Catford Cat a real thing?
What to do in Catford?
Why should you visit Catford?
Is Catford the Buzziest place in London?
