There is a diverse range of shops and restaurants to enjoy in Wandsworth, especially along Old York Road. Wandsworth boasts a variety of bars, restaurants, and traditional pubs, offering cuisine from all over the world. You can explore The Good Earth restaurant, serving delicious Chinese food with a modern twist in an art deco interior. Or, you could visit the Michelin-starred Chez Bruce, serving high-end French cuisine in a relaxed and unassuming environment. East Hill Pub is one of the best in the area, and well-worth checking out for its traditional vibe and great drinks selection.
The bustling Southside Wandsworth shopping centre hosts many mainstream fashion brands and casual dining restaurants. Or stroll along the Northcote Road and explore the excellent selection of independent shops and street markets.
Families come to Wandsworth in search of good schools. There are several highly rated primary and secondary state schools, with many performing well in national league tables and achieving an ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rating.
Wandsworth hosts several well-established independent schools for families seeking private education, offering both day and boarding options. These schools provide high-quality education and a supportive learning environment for children of all abilities.
Here are some examples of schools from each category: Sheringdale Primary School (Primary, Outstanding), Graveney School (Secondary, Outstanding), The Roche School (Independent, Primary), Emmanuel School (Independent, Secondary).
Looking for a detailed list of schools in Wandsworth? If so, this government search page will help you to find a comprehensive list of schools in the area.
Getting to Central London from Wandsworth
Car: 20-40 minutes in light traffic, up to an hour in heavy traffic. Aim for off-peak hours if possible.
Train: Quickest option at 15-25 minutes. Look for services to Waterloo, Victoria, or Charing Cross stations.
Bus: More affordable but slower at 30-60 minutes. Consider routes like the 170, 49, or 75.
Tube: Convenient and direct at 20-30 minutes. Northern Line via Clapham North or Battersea Power Station is a good choice.
Despite not having a tube station, Wandsworth has enviable transport links to central London. Frequent trains run from Wandsworth Town to London Waterloo and from Wandsworth Common into London Victoria. Trains stop at Vauxhall for connections to the Victoria line tube. For those seeking to travel further afield, Gatwick Airport is just 45 minutes away by train.
The area is well served by buses with routes covering the local area and central London. Wandsworth is convenient for cyclists, with many cycle routes around the area. Several Santander Cycles docking stations are dotted around Wandsworth.
The borough of Wandsworth is full of things to do, especially with its attractive green spaces and commons. Wandsworth Common is at the district’s heart and is well-used by residents. The park has wide open spaces, a duck pond, children’s play area and a nice café. Wandsworth Park, with its avenue of plane trees, is also popular. There are riverside walks, both along the River Thames and River Wandle.
There are plenty of options for indoor entertainment as well, with the expansive Gravity centre hosting go-karting, bowling, immersive game box, mini-golf and more. Wandsworth also hosts the Tara Theatre, Theatre 503 and Battersea Arts Centre, which put on a range of shows and performances throughout the year.
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