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My London: Bermondsey and beyond with our House Hosts.

Author: Luca Rosewell
Last Updated: 24th October, 2024

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

Explore Bermonds Locke and beyond with House Host Diana. She’ll guide you through the area’s hidden gems, like a true local. From some of London’s best modern art to a spot for morning coffee and spectacular views across the London skyline.

Best spot for a morning coffee: Watchhouse Coffee

Set just off St Mary Magdalen Church, WatchHouse’s approach to coffee is as unique as its venue. With a motto of ‘globally sourced, locally crafted,’ every coffee is cupped, tested, and developed in their South London lab. Grab a specialty coffee to enjoy in-store or take it to the nearby park.

Best spot for a lunchtime treat: Hakata Ramen, Eatalia, Bread Ahead Bakery

There are a few great spots here, depending on what you're in the mood for. Eatalia and Bread Ahead are perfect for grabbing a delicious sandwich or pastry—definitely try the cannoli from Eatalia and the doughnuts from Bread Ahead. If you're craving something heartier, Hakata is a ramen and sake bar, ideal for a quick bowl of ramen or a drink if you want to linger a bit longer.

Best spot for some culture: White Cube Gallery

White Cube is a top modern art gallery that has steadily grown over the past three decades. Now representing painters, sculptors, and multi-disciplinary artists from 33 countries, it continues to diversify its roster. Throughout its evolution, the gallery has stayed true to its mission: to blend the contemporary with the historic and the historic with the contemporary.

Best spot for some fresh air: St Mary Magdalen Churchyard

Just around the corner from Bermonds Locke, Mary Magdalen offers a peaceful oasis of nature—perfect for finding some quiet time, reading a book, or catching up with friends.

Best spot for views of the city: Southwark Viewpoint

From here, you can admire landmarks like the River Thames, London Bridge, St. Paul's Cathedral, and Tower Bridge. It’s a must-visit for photographers—bring your camera to capture iconic sights.

Bermonds Locke, Tower Bridge.

Enjoy the best bits of hotel living, like luxurious, contemporary design, a fitness studio, and a dedicated coworking space, but with all the comforts of home – including your own kitchen, comfy sofa, and smart TV.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Exploring London’s food markets: Borough Market.

With some of the best produce on offer in London, we explore Borough Market with chef Harry Tomlinson, and share her recipe for a Tuna Niçoise summer salad.