Peckham is over 900 years old, with its earliest recorded mention as a, settlement called "Pecheha" in the Domesday Book of 1086. It was established well before the Norman Conquest, likely originating as a Saxon village known for its location among hills.
Peckham dates back a long way. It was recorded as a settlement in the Domesday Book in 1086, listed as having a population of just four households. Much later, in the 1500s, Peckham became a popular residential neighbourhood for London's elite.
Peckham is famous for its transformation from a gritty area to a trendy, multicultural hub known for its vibrant arts scene, diverse food, rooftop bars (like Peckham Levels/Frank's Cafe), independent shops, and strong Caribbean influence, all while maintaining its authentic London feel, famously linked to Only Fools and Horses. Its appeal lies in a mix of old-school charm and new-school creativity, attracting artists, young professionals, and families seeking a unique, well-connected South London experience.
There is notable diversity across the area, with Peckham ward having the largest proportion of non-White identifying residents in the borough, at 72%. This compares to further south in the neighbourhood, in Rye Lane, where a substantially lower proportion of 48% identify with a non-White ethnic background.
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The City of London is where, around 2,000 years ago, the Romans founded the settlement they called Londinium. Surrounded by a wall for centuries, this was the historic city which grew into modern London, and the place marked by fire and plague.
Christmas Special 2003: Sleepless in Peckham - After 22 years in Nelson Mandela Towers, the Trotters face eviction. They're in desperate need of some dosh and it's certainly not going to come from expectant-father Rodney's screenplay or Trigger's new invention - portable chopsticks!
There are so many Nigerians in Peckham because early immigrants established a community, attracting more due to shared culture, businesses (like food shops, salons), and a sense of home, earning it the nickname "Little Lagos". This migration surged due to political instability and economic hardship in Nigeria from the 1960s onward, with Peckham becoming a hub for Yoruba and other groups seeking opportunities and community support in London.
There's no single "most beautiful" city, but Bath, Edinburgh, York, and Chester consistently rank high, known for Georgian architecture, historic charm, Roman ruins, medieval walls, and stunning natural settings, respectively. Other contenders include Oxford, Cambridge, and Durham, praised for their universities, canals, and grand cathedrals.
Newham has the lowest percentage of both total White and White British residents of all of London's boroughs. The joint-lowest wards with White British population are Green Street East and Green Street West, each having 4.8% – the third-lowest behind Southall Broadway and Southall Green in Ealing.
Colchester claims to be Britain's oldest recorded town. However as of 2019 (possibly pre-empting its grant of city status in 2022) it has begun claiming the title of "Britain's First City". Its claim is based on a reference by Pliny the Elder, the Roman writer, in his Natural History (Historia Naturalis) in 77 AD.
The Government's latest UK Climate Change Projections suggest that by the 2050s, London could see an increase in mean summer temperature of 2.7 degrees, an increase in mean winter rainfall of 15 per cent and a decrease in mean summer rainfall of 18 per cent over a 1961–1990 baseline (see Chapter 5).
The 900-year-old Tower of London is the UK's most popular historic attraction, with more than 3 million visitors entering its gates to explore its ancient corridors, view the royal Crown Jewels, and encounter its legendary ravens and distinctively attired “Beefeater” Yeoman Warder guards.
Hornsey Village (not to be confused with Hornsey municipal borough as it often is) is actually the oldest recorded village in London (1202). The name 'Hornsey' has its origin in the Saxon period and is derived from the name of a Saxon chieftain called Haering.
Brydges Place. Brydges Place is an alley between St Martin's Lane and Bedfordbury in the City of Westminster, Greater London, running alongside the Coliseum. It is especially narrow, being just 1 foot 3 inches (0.38 m) wide at one point, and so is commonly claimed to be the narrowest street in London.
Peckham is well known for its gritty urban vibe that has, as with most London neighbourhoods, been quietly gentrified with secret rooftop bars, underground music, independent shops and a growing community of artists, makers, and creatives.
Hampstead. Easily one of the most luxurious and affluent areas in London, Hampstead is pure joy. Just a few miles north of central London, it's a serene and secluded setting, filled with leafy streets and beautiful parks – but there is so much more than lush greenery.
