London Guide: Ten Things to do in Stoke Newington. Located in North London, N16, in the Borough of Hackney, you will find Stokie. Enjoy charming Clissold Park, picturesque churches, independent shops, cute cafes and excellent eateries. Stoke Newington Church Street has a village feel, and Stoke Newington High Street has an urban edge as you get closer to Dalston. Read my Ten Things to do in Stoke Newington to find out more.
Clissold House and St Mary’s Church
Ten Things To do In Stoke Newington List
10 Things to do in Stoke Newington
1. Stroll around Clissold Park
2. Enjoy tea and cake at Clissold House
3. Pay your respects at Abney Park Cemetery
4. Check out the events at Abney Public Hall
5. Shop at independent stores on Stoke Newington Church Street
6. Start the day with breakfast or brunch at The Good Egg
7. Eat fish and chips at Sutton and Sons
8. Buy fresh organic produce from the Farmers’ Market
9. Take a picture of the stunning St Mary’s Church Gothic spire
10. View art at The Chocolate Factory N16
Ten Things To Do In Stoke Newington Details
Clissold Park: This lovely green space, which opened in 1889, holds a Green Flag. Amenities include a play area, a paddling pool, tennis courts, ponds, an aviary, and an animal enclosure. Read my Clissold Park Review. Located at Green Lanes, N16 9HJ.
Clissold House: In the park, you will notice a Grade II* mansion which dates back to the eighteenth century. Inside is a café, and you can hire rooms for weddings and events. The terrace is a lovely spot to sit, offering splendid views across the park.
Abney Park Cemetery: This atmospheric Victorian graveyard is one of the ‘Magnificent Seven’ garden cemeteries of London. It was a burial ground for ‘Dissenters’ and is now a Woodland Memorial Park and Local Nature Reserve. It’s sprawling, overgrown and full of history. You can take a guided tour, and the park often hosts events. Located at Stoke Newington Church Street, N16 1AU. If you enter vis Stoke Newington High Street you’ll find a cafe near the entrance.
Abney Public Hall: Explore the diverse range of events hosted at the historic Abney Public Hall, situated at 73A Stoke Newington Church Street, N16 0AS.
Stoke Newington Church Street: This lovely little street has a village feel. You will find a fantastic array of interior shops, places to buy gifts and fashion stores selling clothing for men, women and children.
The Good Egg: New York and Middle Eastern-influenced dishes are served here, including bagels, filled pitas, shakshuka, babka French toast and eggs, located at 93 Stoke Newington Church Street, N16 0AS.
Sutton and Sons: This is one of my favourite chippies in London. The chips are amazing, the fish is perfectly cooked, and they also serve homemade pickles made by Mrs Sutton, as well as local ales brewed in Hackney. Read my Sutton and Sons Review. Located at 90 Stoke Newington High Street, N16 7NY.
Farmers’ Market: On Saturdays, from 10 am until 2.30 pm, you can purchase a variety of edible delights from the farmers’ market, which offers organic and biodynamic food and drink produced within 60 miles of London, located at St Paul’s Church, N16 7UY.
St Mary’s Church: You can see the magnificent church spire from a distance. The smaller church opposite, St Mary’s Old Church, is beautiful, with a small cemetery. Located at Stoke Newington Church Street, N16 9ES.
The Chocolate Factory N16: Artists, illustrators, ceramics, printmakers and other creative businesses can be found at this former Victorian chocolate factory. The artists host open studios twice a year. Located at Farleigh Place, N16 7SX.
Ten Things To Do In Stoke Newington Information
To find out more about the area, read my Stoke Newington London N16 Guide. Stoke Newington and Rectory Road (Overground) are the best stations to reach this area. Check out Stoke Newington Church Street and Stoke Newington High Street, which take you towards Dalston.
There are some charming shops located near Newington Green, as well as excellent restaurants for those who want to explore further. Read my Newington Green North London Guide. Enjoy your visit.
Author: Homegirl London. Photographs: Homegirl London, fish and chip image from Sutton and Sons.