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Lights on at Locke: gift local, discover London’s independent shops for festive treasures.
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Lights on at Locke: gift local, discover London’s independent shops for festive treasures.

Lights on at Locke: gift local, discover London’s independent shops for festive treasures.

Support London’s vibrant independent shopping scene, where you’ll find one-of-a-kind treasures and thoughtful gifts. From charming boutiques to hidden markets.

Whether it’s quirky homeware, boutique fashion, or handmade jewellery, London’s independent shops are the perfect places to find memorable presents while giving back to the community. 

Goodhood mingles with urban mythology, where places echo ancient reverence and modern style alike. Discover iconic brands like HAY, GANNI, and more, offering everything from women’s and men’s fashion to unique homewares. 

The Every Space is an independent gift, home, and plant shop in the heart of Walthamstow, offering a curated selection of handpicked items. Explore a variety of products, from stationery and small trinkets to fresh flowers and vibrant plants. 

Papersmiths is the shop of stationery dreams, specialising in paper goods and stationery that inspire creativity. Alongside their own collection, they offer a carefully curated selection of handpicked favorites from designers and makers across the globe. 


Rough Trade East 

Discover the ultimate music gifts at Rough Trade. From limited-edition vinyl and posters to high-quality audio equipment, apparel, and collectibles, Rough Trade offers something for every music lover. 


Every piece from Jessie Western is carefully curated, designed for the free-spirited individuals who appreciate the stories behind each handmade item, from jewellery to carvings and beadwork. Taking pride in its ethical foundations, rooted in a deep love for art and nature, and continues to share this passion with others. 

Botanical Boys 

Found at Coal Drops Yard, Botanical Boys offers a range of experiences including weekly workshops where visitors can learn the art of creating and maintaining their own terrariums, as well as plant styling for interiors and balcony gardens.  

Explore London from one of our aparthotels.

Aside from many of London’s best restaurants and shops, there’s plenty to see in the east. From edgy markets to vintage shopping. So naturally, you’re going to need a place to stay.

Enter Locke’s London aparthotels. For business travellers, family sightseers and city visitors. There’s plenty of room to sleep, work and relax. 

Head to Kingsland Locke to discover Dalston’s creative vibrance. Or stay in the serene apartments of Buckle Street Studios by Locke in Aldgate. Closeby, there’s also our OG aparthotel, Leman Locke where community events bring you together with locals. 

With locations across the city, you can always find a place to be with Locke.

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Courtyard at Bermonds Locke.

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Co working area at Ember Locke.

Arts Places Bermonds Locke Buckle Street Studios by Locke Ember Locke Kingsland Locke Leman Locke Locke at Broken Wharf

Need some more inspiration?

My London: Bermondsey and beyond with our House Hosts.

Explore the vibrant neighbourhoods of Bermondsey and South London with our Bermonds Locke house host, Diana.

My London: Discovering West London.

Join us as we dive back into our West London series to further explore our vibrant home city.

My London: Exploring East London.

Join us as we dive back into our East London series to further explore our vibrant home city.

Cultural Connections: Celebrating Community Within Our Properties.

At Locke, we believe in the power of community and open up our spaces to bring people together.

Earth Day: Embracing Urban Rewilding.

This Earth Day we are looking at our Locke properties that have incorporated re-wilding aspects into their design and surrounding areas.

3 Easy Running Routes around Bermondsey.

As the London Marathon approaches, we've mapped out three scenic routes near Bermonds Locke.

The best East London restaurants you shouldn’t miss.

East London’s got a serious reputation for innovative eats from posh chicken shops to seasonal street food. As well as clever new restaurants opening almost every week.

Our favourite restaurants in Kensington, West London

West London knows how to eat. There’s the cool Kensington restaurants. Fancy Chelsea restaurants, Elegant post-gallery bites. And as local residents Ember Locke aparthotel, we know where to recommend.

My Global Studio: Logging on from Locke with Cece Di Paolo.

Meet Cece Di Paolo, a creative photographer and longtime friend of Locke. Alongside, a regular in the Locke at Broken Wharf co-working space.

Celebrating Locke's artistic community.

2023 celebrates the 20th anniversary of Frieze London with a focus on highlighting up-and-coming artists and more recent galleries. We delve into art near our London Lockes and how we support artists.

My Aldgate: local living in East London.

For our next stop in re-discovering and celebrating all things London, we visited Aldgate with House Host Riley - home to both Leman Locke and Buckle Street Studios.

London Design Festival: Delving into the design of our London properties.

We’ve officially partnered with London Design Festival to celebrate our home city as a world-leader in art and design. Delving into our own unique Locke designs and breaking down their themes.

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