NEIGHBOURHOOD GUIDES
LIVING IN ARCHWAY
NEIGHBOURHOOD GUIDES
Archway sits just high enough to give you a bit of perspective, both literally and figuratively. It’s a neighbourhood in the middle of a quiet shift, with new cafés, bars and restaurants moving in alongside long-standing favourites. There’s something appealing about the contrast: hospital workers on lunch breaks, creatives in co-working spaces, families on the school run. It’s not polished, not perfect — but that’s the point. It’s lived-in, well-connected, and full of stories.
“Where the coffee’s strong, pavements are steep, and every corner seems to hide a pop-up gallery or a jazz duo rehearsing in the basement”
Archway’s got layers, a little bit of grit, a lot of heart, and a skyline that’s quietly evolving. It’s the kind of place where the best spots are often the ones you stumble upon, not the ones in the guidebooks.
Archway might be perched on the edge of the city, but getting into the thick of it is effortless. The Northern Line runs from Archway station straight into the West End and City, and buses along Holloway Road and Junction Road give you solid backup. It’s that rare mix of hilltop calm with big-city access.
Archway offers various educational options for its residents. St. John’s Upper Holloway CE Primary School caters to younger students, emphasising foundational education. For secondary education, Mount Carmel Catholic College for Girls provides a faith-based curriculum. The area also benefits from proximity to independent schools, offering diverse educational choices.
St John’s Tavern – Sunday Roast? or basically every single item on the menu!
Food Room – Room for Food
Crudough (Pizza) – Sourdough the Crudough way. The Crudough Experience.
Norman’s – Clean Greasy Spoon (very hipster)
Natalie’s Kitchen – Love Natalie!
Our neighbourhood tours take you on an exclusive tour of the local area in our very own London Taxi. Driven by one of our local experts, we take you on a guided tour of everything the area has to offer — the schools, the yoga studios, the best coffee spots, restaurants, parks, and more. Book a tour today…
