Kensal Green - London at its hippest
Situated in north-west London, Kensal Green has been on the rise for some time. Wealthy, smart, cool and loved by the media - Vogue once called one of its streets 'the hippest street in London'. Kensal Green is becoming very popular with fashion-conscious celebrities, with Rita Ora, Lily Allen and Sophie Dahl among its residents.
Kensal Green also has great transport links - Maida Vale, Paddington, Notting Hill and Kensington are all easy to get to.
Nom nom - food and drink in Kensal Green
Whether it's steak, Iranian cuisine or a caffeine fix you're after, Kensal Green has it covered. Culinary delights include prime beef at the Chamberlain, celebrity spotting over a brownie at Minkie's Deli, and authentic Persian food including Chello Kebab Koubideh at Behesht.
Or if it's cocktails and beats you're after, look no further than The Shop, a rough and ready bar that's loved by local hipsters.
Boutique shopping aplenty
If you fancy something different from all the big name chains in the heart of London, Kensal Green's independent selection of shops could be just what you're looking for. Highlights include high-end meat specialists Brooks Butchers and floral masterpiece arrangers Scarlet and Violet.
Planning a trip to Kensal Green? Travelodge London Wembley Hotel and Travelodge London Park Royal Hotel are less than 30 minutes away by car,