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year old stuffed walrus. The Horniman Museum is free, and has been since 1901. 100
London Rd, Forest Hill.
£FREE - Soak up the cosmopolitan influences of Lambeth , an inimitable borough with
some of the city's finest street food. Caribbean influences are the strongest, although that
mingles with Malaysian, Persian, and a hotpotch from around the world.
£FREE - Brixton's transformation from derelict to cool has only taken a few years and ex-
ploring the ebullient atmosphere down Coldharbour Lane is a great introduction to South
London. On Thursday evenings, Brixton Village ( Granvilla Arcade) comes alive with live
music, cute food stalls, and free workshops. If you're into art house movies then check out
the wonderfully old-school Ritzy Cinema Brixton (Coldharbour Lane).
Where to eat
This part of the city is cheap and eclectic. Here are a few ideas:
£ - Part of London's growing number of community cafes, Bonnington Cafe
offers vegan and vegetarian meals concocted by a diverse mix of locals. It's
just £8 for a main and you can bring your own booze. 11 Vauxhall Grove.
££ - Brixton Village Market is gradually becoming one of London's best
displays of multicultural cuisine. It's where Caribbean and international fla-
vors are honed to discerning tastes, with Etta's Seafood Kitchen being the
widely regarded current champion. Coldharbour Lane.
£ - If you're short on cash then try the all you can eat toast offer at Breads
Etcetera , a neighborhood cafe in funky Clapham. 127 Clapham High Street .
£££ - London Particular 's food epitomizes its home in Deptford; classic-
ally English yet intwined with a modern twist. Across from New Cross Sta-
tion.
Where to drink and party
This is the quirky and alternative side of London's nightlife. Remember that the Under-
ground stops running at 11pm so you may have to stay out until sunrise to get home.
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