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Winter Olympics snowboarder Aimee Fuller’s neighbourhood guide
Aimee Fuller is a professional snowboarder and broadcaster who has represented Britain at two Olympics. Here’s why she loves living in Chiswick
‘On the day of our move, the buyers texted to say everything was off’
A collapsed sale and seven-month delay followed by a chance encounter all had parts to play in this family’s move to the South West.
The 5 London commuter areas seeing a new year surge in homes for sale
Of the areas with the biggest boost to housing supply this year, five of the top 10 were in the London commuter belt
Why we swapped London for a total renovation project near Bristol
This family swapped their south-east London home for a rambling five-bedroom house that needed a total renovation near Bristol.
Yinka Ilori’s area guide, including a hot tip from Ed Sheeran
Yinka Ilori is a multidisciplinary artist whose work ranges from a Lego launderette to a Brits trophy and a colourful new homeware collection. He lives in Acton
Heart DJ Pandora Christie shares her top local’s tips for Fulham
Heart FM radio presenter and beauty blogger Pandora Christie says her heart lies firmly in Fulham
How to become a pet sitter for a change of scene on a budget
The pros and cons of swapping my wfh setup from a small gardenless flat to strangers’ homes in other parts of London and beyond.
‘We swapped a poky London terrace — and Boris — for a Scottish castle’
Next stop: a self-built family home
Has Covid killed the London property market?
Londoners bought 62 per cent more homes elsewhere in 2021 — is it curtains for the capital?
‘We swapped London for West Sussex, and found a new career’
Remote working gave Mark Smith and his husband Karl Willes the opportunity to move from London to the West Sussex coast.
Bill Granger on his ‘accidental emigration’ to this west London area
The Australian cook, author and restaurateur behind Granger & Co, moved to Notting Hill from Sydney 12 years ago.
Matthew Williamson’s guide to his small, ‘villagey’ London area
Following on from a career in fashion under his namesake brand, Matthew Williamson found his true passion in interior design. He tells Amira Hashish why Belsize Park is home.
Families love the Zone 4 town so beautiful even the view is protected
Find a gentler pace in this Zone 4 riverside town with green space, good schools and handsome homes.
London Mela founder Ajay Chabra on the foodie area he calls home
Ajay Chabra is a director, actor and founder of the London Mela. He grew up in Southall and moved back to the west London area last year.
Design Stories founder on her ‘Mediterranean feel’ indy London area
Murude Katipoglu is the founder of interior design studio Design Stories. She tells Amira Hashish why Bermondsey inspires her.
Henry Holland on his ‘tranquil but playful’ east London neighbourhood
Designer Henry Holland found a love of ceramics in the pandemic before launching his pottery studio. After eight years living here he tells Amira Hashish why it’s so special.
KISS FM’s Harriet Rose on living ‘surrounded by kindness’ in NE London
Kiss FM breakfast show host Harriet Rose has lived in Walthamstow Village for five years. Here’s why she loves it.
Samyukta Nair on the ‘lavish but charming’ London area she calls home
Samyukta Nair, the glamorous restaurateur behind Indian restaurants Jamavar and Bombay Bustle, has just opened the doors to her latest dining venture MiMi Mei Fair. Here’s what she loves about Mayfair.
The only London area to make Time Out’s cool list — a local’s guide
East London drag queen Crystal starred in the first season of RuPaul's Drag Race UK and has lived in Dalston for six years with her husband, Tom.
Less-known areas near hipster spots with homes a fraction of the price
Forget budget-busting Brixton and Crouch End. Target your home search within a mile or two and find top first-time buyer value in under-the-radar areas
Armistead Maupin’s guide to the south-west London area he calls home
Author and LGBT activist Armistead Maupin made his name with the novel series Tales of the City, set in Seventies San Francisco. He has lived in Clapham with his husband, Chris, for two years.
‘We swapped a rented 2-bed in Bounds Green for a £230k house in Devon’
The family miss London but swimming in the sea and owning their own home are rewards of life in Devon
Fashion designer Eudon Choi on why Hoxton is his dream London address
Eudon Choi and his partner found an oasis of calm near Shoreditch. Here’s his insider’s guide to Hoxton’s highlights.
Chelsea Flower Show gold medalist on area he dubs ‘Peckham in pearls’
Architect Andrew Mcmullan is the founder of Mcmullan Studio, a London based practice which has collaborated on the gold medal-winning Chelsea Flower Show M&G garden to create an urban pocket park.
Artist Layla Andrews on Brixton’s live music, food and cultural scene
Layla Andrews is an artist who has been championed by the likes of Barack Obama. She tells Amira Hashish about her neighbourhood's most vibrant spots.
Artist Jonny Gent’s guide to his ‘smug yet snug’ London neighbourhood
Artist and founder of Sessions Arts Club and Cabin Studio Jonny Gent on why south-west London’s Barnes is the neighbourhood for him.
Everything you need to know about living in Wood Green
Designer Natalie Manima has been a local for 30 years. She lives in a flat with her husband and daughter and rents studio space in a creative hub nearby
‘We said adios to Peckham to set up a holistic retreat in Spain’
Moving to Spain also forced the couple to buy their first electric blanket
Do you suffer from millennial postcode anxiety?
When it comes to moving to a new London area, choose wisely or your decision may come back to haunt your social life
Food author Anna Barnett’s local’s guide to Hackney
Cook and author Anna Barnett has lived in Hackney for 18 years with her husband Thom and dog Ted
Online gallery Canopy Collections’ guide to London’s French quarter
Cécile Ganansia has lived in South Kensington for more than a decade. She runs online art gallery and advisory service Canopy Collections with Louise Chignac
Where to live in the county with everything London leavers need
Just over an hour from London and with a choice of charming cities or beautiful villages — Hampshire’s the perfect country escape. But be prepared for top prices