Barnes

Barnes has the best of both worlds, it's both close to the City and yet in a setting that rivals any rural village - it even has a village pond!

Barnes has plenty to offer, such as riverside walks along the Thames, the London Wetland Centre, Barnes Music Festival, the OSO Arts Centre at the Old Sorting Office and boutique cinema Olympic Studios on Church Road.

The lively high street is home to several independent retailers including The Hardware Store, the Barnes Fish Shop, Hermanos Colombian Coffee Roasters and greengrocer, Two Peas in a Pod. Grab a morning pastry from The Parish Bakery before taking a stroll around the village pond and if you fancy walking a little further, Barnes Common and Barn Elms Playing Fields are both within easy reach. Or stop by EnGrain, the first zero waste store in Barnes to pick up some amazing spices and outstanding array of products on your way home.

There are many renowned eating and drinking establishments in Barnes, including The Sun Inn, where you can enjoy a drink or tasty home-cooked meal overlooking the village pond.

There is always something happening within the Barnes community, from everyone getting together to celebrate the famous boat race or the influx of dedicated customers that come from far and wide to visit the Farmers’ Market every Saturday morning.