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 Fitness Centre |
229 Caledonian Road London, London N1 0NH United Kingdom +44 20 7278 1890 |
Strange name but a good place! This centre is run by the Aquaterra Group and with their IZZ card you can use 6 other Islington sports and leisure clubs. Features include a small gym, large swimming pool and a sunbooth at no extra charge. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 The biggest climbing centre in London |
271 Green Lanes Green Lanes London N4 2HA United Kingdom +44 20 8211 7000 http://www.castle-climbing.co.uk |
The Castle Climbing Centre is housed in an atmospheric grade 2 listed Victorian building based on Stirling Castle (hence the name) and is home to one of the capital's premier climbing locations. It has a range of challenging walls - including boulder walls, slab areas and traverse walls - and boasts over 25,000 registered members. Pricing: 10.50 GBP for registered members, 11 GBP for non-members, 6 GBP for under 18's. Corporate events can also be arranged. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Luxury Fitness Chain |
27 Essex Road Islington Green London, London N1 2SD United Kingdom +44 (0)20 7288 8200 http://www.esporta.com/ |
An excellent club which forms part of the established Esporta chain. Take the choice of peak or off-peak membership. The large gym offers induction and personal fitness training. The Dance Studio holds classes in Pilates and yoga amongst others. The pool is mainly used for lane swimming. There is also a jacuzzi, steam room and sauna near the pool. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Contemporay Italian art and education |
39a Canonbury Square London N1 2AN United Kingdom +44 020 7704 9522 http://www.estorickcollection.... |
Formed by an American art dealer and his European textile designer wife, the Estorick collection is Britain's only gallery devoted entirely to modern Italian art and is internationally recognized for its core collection of futurist works. The Estorick also offers a diverse array of temporary exhibitions and educational opportunities. Workshops for children and adults are designed around temporary exhibition themes, while Italian language classes are held in the galleries themselves! Containing six galleries, an art library, bookshop, and Italian garden café, the Estorick is a must see for tourists and London natives alike. Check their website for further information. Admission is GBP3.50 adults, free to school children and students with a valid NUS card. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Victorian Greenery |
14 Blackstock Road London N4 2DW United Kingdom |
Spread out over 112 acres in North London, Finsbury Park was one of the first parks established during the Victorian era. Several sports facilities operate in the park, including baseball diamonds and an athletics stadium. For more nature-minded visitors, the park also has an arboretum with numerous unusual plants and trees. Finsbury Park is also often used to host large public events such as festivals and carnivals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Twenty-five-metre pool and gym |
Highbury Crescent London, London N5 1RR United Kingdom +44 20 7704 2312 http://www.aquaterra.org/Islin... |
Open from 7a, this 25-metre pool is popular with early birds and families. Throw the little ones in the kid's pool and after your swim enjoy a workout in the new £500,000 gym. Other facilities include a sauna and sunbeds. Swimming classes for beginners, babies and toddlers are also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Specially for the kids |
14 Dagmar Passage London, London N1 2DN United Kingdom +44 (0)20 7226 1787 http://www.littleangeltheatre.com |
This venue is a fun zone for the kids. What's the attraction—puppetry! Located north of Islington, the theatre features shows by local as well as visiting artists. There are string puppets, glove puppets, rod puppets and more to entertain the children. Some performances are limited to specific age groups. While here, do check out the workshop to get a glimpse into the life of puppets. A coffee shop is also on site. So what are you waiting for? Come by with your kids to see puppetry in all its forms and you are bound to enjoy as much as them! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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City Leisure Chain |
52 Upper Street Islington Green London, London N1 0GH United Kingdom +44 (0)20 7354 7800 http://www.livingwell.com/ |
This club in a well established chain caters mainly for city workers who live locally. One of its innovations is "Dance Combat", martial arts set to music. Apart from that the fitness crowd are well catered for with a gym, dance studios and a range of beauty treatments (including reiki, shiatsu etc). Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Wetlands In London |
Queen Elizabeth's Walk Barnes London, UK SW13 9WT United Kingdom +1 208409 4400 http://www.wwt.org.uk/london |
Thanks to modern technology now Londoners and tourists alike can experience the diversity of the wetlands of which only a few places in the world have the ability to offer. Despite it not being an actual, natural occurring wetlands, you will still see a huge amount of wildlife from rare birds and fish, as well as learning about the smaller creatures in the marsh which help keep this delicate ecosystem together. Originally used as an old Victorian Reservoir, the space covers over 40 hectares and offers several activities from an introduction to bird watching as well as a wildlife walk. Members and London Pass holders have free admission. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fitness centre and ice rink |
Hornsey Road London, London N7 7NY United Kingdom +44 20 7609 2166 http://www.aquaterra.org/Islin... |
Whatever your sporting bent, you're bound to find an attractive proposition in the largest leisure centre in London. Aerobics, badminton, basketball, footie, yoga, trampolining, Tai Chi, line dancing, rock climbing...this centre will satisfy any fitness want. Saunas for the heat-seeking misses and an ice-rink for wannabe Torvill and Deans are also on site. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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