More than half the women and two thirds of men living in Islington in London are single according to latest figures. Yes, you read that correctly. Figures released by the Office for National Statistics last week revealed that 57 per cent of women and two in three men are looking for love.
But why I hear you cry? Well surely they can’t be looking for love seriously enough as they would have found YOU so we can only imagine that Islington offers such a good time, you just ain’t getting a look in.
So, staying close to their hearts, we’ve hand-picked some much loved Islington haunts to suit a variety of personalities.
For Islington beer lovers:
Earl of Essex , 5 Danbury Street, N1 8LE
Located just a stone’s throw from Upper Street, this pub has a board displaying the beers on offer. There are 11 on keg, five or six in a cask, plus ciders, and they come from as far afield as Scandinavia and the US. The owners even have plans for an on-side Earl’s Brewery, with a mustard brown ale in the pipeline.
For Islington foodies:
The Gate 370 St John Street, EC1V 4NN
Foodies and veggies, don’t normally go together in one sentence but this vegetarian eaterie is causing quite a stir with the foodies and food critics of Islington. There isn’t a plate soya or a goat’s cheese tart in sight. The food has been dubbed “inventive, delicious and beautifully presented”. What are you waiting for?
For Islington culture vultures:
Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art, 39a Canonbury Square, N1 2AN;
This little-known gallery is home to a remarkable collection of Futurist art, along with figurative art and sculptures, dating from 1890 to the 1950s. Alongside the permanent collection are temporary shows. A display of work by the visionary artist Giorgio de Chirico (1888-1978) is currently on show until April 19.
For Islington vintage junkies:
Camden Passage /Pierrepoint Arcade, off Upper Street, N1 5ED;
This has been a bustling centre for vintage shoppers for over 50 years and it is definitely worth a wander. The main market, open on Wednesdays or Saturdays, now has over 200 dealers selling items at competitive prices, so whether you are after Art Deco jewellery, a vintage hat or a piece of priceless pottery, this is the place to head.
For Islington comedy lovers:
Camden Head , 2 Camden Walk, N1 8DY
From new stand-up acts to the more experienced performers on stage seven nights a week, this is always a popular choice for the locals. Be warned: many gigs are free and it tends to get rammed, so arrive early to bag a seat.
Let’s make Islington the LOVE capital of England…
Do you have any other date ideas for Islington’s finest singles?
Are you an Islington single waiting to get woo’ed?
Tell us @lovestruck
Tweet
