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11. Exmouth Market
Foodies will get a lot out of a visit to Exmouth Market – it’s lesser known than bustling Borough and, as such, a more relaxed place to sample its range of delicious offerings. Taking relaxation to its logical conclusion, I suggest heading here on a Saturday morning for brunch at The Coin Laundry where, for an extra £22, you can quaff bottomless cocktails alongside your perfectly poached eggs or merguez sausage hash. Running from 10 until 4, you can choose from drinks based on prosecco, whisky or vodka – all guaranteed to get your London weekend off to a hedonistic and enjoyable start.
12. South London – Rivoli Ballroom
South London is a bit of a secret from all but locals, but there are gems upon gems to be found here. The Rivoli Ballroom is London’s last remaining 1950s style ballroom; it’s been lovingly restored and is Grade II listed. It’s frequently inhabited by film crews, who come for its opulent red and gold decor, but it also hosts a number of dance evening and pop up cinema events which are the ultimate bygone era treat. Its specially sprung dance floor makes making your moves even easier, but the people watching is also superb, as is cosying up in one of the plush booths by the bar for a gossip and a cocktail.
