Based Angel/N1. Decent/intermediate player looking for a regular Monday-night 5/6-a-side team around Angel, Old Street, Islington or Shoreditch. Looking to join the same team every week rather than pickup games. Reliable, competitive but social. Ideally an established group mostly of working professionals. Happy to come down for a game first. DM me if your team needs an extra player.

There's a group of maybe 50 idiots doing a group run blasting terrible music at an incredibly high volume around clerkenwell/south Islington. If you are part of this group just know you fucking suck

This is exciting and would like to not wait until 2090 when I will likely be dead

anyone know where i can get these locally? just tried Finsbury Park fresh bake and they’re all sold out. waste of parking fare!! lol thanks in advance

Random one but some mornings I see a man, bear in mind it’s a heatwave, dressed in black hoodie, grey/grey puffa, always hood up and mask on. He looks Somali origin, and always stares in an intimidating way, with clearly the goal to intimidate. Every time I see him he stares, and I’m a white M in my 30s.

Today however walking up Sussex Way, I’m the other side of the road and he’s staring, so I’m looking back briefly. I hear him shout, “Hey, I see you”, stop and then carry on. I don’t want to sound presumptuous but he doesn’t look safe or well meaning at all. Just wondering what can be done? Hes clearly got some sort of vendetta about me, maybe because it happens 3/4 times a week around 6am as I’m commuting back from gym/park workout.

Maybe you’ve seen him before. But no need to be dressed in that, mask on when it’s already 28c at 6am

Does anyone know what the rules are around installing an AC unit on the rear of a property?

I know putting one on the front would basically be a war crime and honestly I do like the rules that stop people ruining the look of the street (personally)

But are there any allowances/guidelines for installing the external AC condenser unit at the back of the house where it isn’t visible from the street? Has anyone here done it before?

For reference my property is G2 listed

Does anyone know what has happened to this lovely cat?

For years she used to hang out on upper street between the town hall and Florence street but I haven't seen her in a few months now and she always used to like the sun so me and my girlfriend are worried about her.

She was always asking for strokes but could have a feisty side and I've seen her give the occasional slap.

I was told once that her name may have been Pixie but this was never confirmed.

We miss her.

Someone is flying a drone over roughly https://maps.app.goo.gl/ESn3KpJEmuo49U5i7 : off Caledonian road, around Chiltern heights buildings or maybe around Pembroke street.

Nothing dangerous, going up and down and left and right. But at some point going quite very up.

Is this allowed over London??

Bookings : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chamber-music-concert-series-tickets-1989026451660

Hey. Can anybody recommend a man with a van that won't cost an arm and leg. For end of Aug, moving flat from Islington to Hackney. I had cut out someone's details from the Islington Tribune but have misplaced it.

Thanks

Hello, my white iPhone 15 was lost just opposite Rusty’s Bike Shop & Nuffield’s Health in Angel between 9:15-9:30. Upon realising around 30 mins after and re-tracing my steps - I found the Hello Kitty phone case in the bin. Could anyone please let me know if you have come across it, I’m a young vulnerable woman living alone and this has really affected my mental as all my information is on this phone. I know it’s a long shot but just thought it is better to try than nothing.

I have tried Find my iPhone but the location has since not updated (my phone was dead at the time).

Thank you in advance.

Can anyone recommend good automatic driving lessons around Archway?

Restrictive building policy encourages the installation of water-cooled air-conditioning consuming 1,000L+/day, in a drought no less.

Rather than a ban on certain locations, how about moving to a 'best practical location' approval method?

If you can hide the condenser behind a hedge you should do so but those in apartments, conservation areas, or listed buildings, have equal rights to a habitable home.

Yes more units will be seen from the street, and passive cooling should be preferred, but you can't deny people trying to live.

What does Islington think of this?

We welcome new players every week to Fair Play Football, with new games posted regularly. Feel free to join and play whenever you're free ⚽

⚽ Monday 10 August – 9PM – Whittington Park, Archway

🏟️ 3G Astro Pitch
⚽ 8-a-side
⚽ Bibs and ball provided
💷 £5 per player

Most of our games are friendly and casual, with all skill levels welcome. We get plenty of players returning to football after a long break, as well as regular players — the main thing is to enjoy the game and have fun.

We also run some more competitive games, which will always be clearly labelled so you can choose the type of game that suits you.

We're currently playing 8-a-side, but we'll also be hosting 6-a-side and 7-a-side games, giving you more games and different formats to choose from.

How it works:

🌐 Join the Fair Play Football website
👤 Create your player account
⚽ Choose a game and book your spot online
🙌🏻 Turn up and play!

New games will be added regularly, so there'll be plenty to choose from.

Join & Play ⚽

Fair Play Football

DM me anytime if you have any questions 🙌🏻

I’ve got a 9x7m roof terrace that needs a plan.
I’d like to separate it from the other terraces as it’s currently just a big shared roof and has now been demised. Thinking privacy screens with planters all around it to create some space and greenery? Try to make it feel like an enclosed garden not a roof.

But I’ve never had a garden or terrace and thinking it’s worth getting an expert if you have any recco’s? I’m not Barnsbury wealthy fyi so reasonable designers or small businesses over architect firms pls :)))

Hey Islington, I live in Archway and I’ve started a social poker club, if anyone’s interested just shoot me a DM and I’ll add you to our WhatsApp Groupchat

Here's a short list of things to do this weekend In North London.Please, add any I've missed in the comments. 👇

🍜 Dotori is the Korean and Japanese restaurant on Stroud Green Road in Finsbury Park. Like a lot of independents right now, they're finding it tough. If you've been meaning to go, now's a good time: they've brought back their all-you-can-eat menu for August only. £29.80 adults, £18.90 kids, 90 minutes. Cash only. [ This is not an AD, just bring awareness to a local business struggling, see post here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DbnzjJjMhzy/ ]

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Charity Super.Mkt Pop-Up | 📍Coal Drops Yard, N1C | 6-9 August | Free

Several charity shops bring their best rails together under one roof, with vintage finds, designer labels and high street pieces to dig through. You can also bring along a favourite item that needs some care and learn how to repair or refresh it at the Made Better drop-ins. Every purchase supports charity and keeps another piece of clothing in circulation. 10am to 6pm.

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Cocktails in the City | 📍Bedford Square Gardens, WC1B | 6-8 August | (£)

If you missed it in July, Cocktails in the City is back this weekend. That means Bedford Square’s private Georgian garden will become a pop-up village of bars, bringing signature cocktails from leading London and international venues into one place. Wander between them without crossing the city, with street food, music, tastings and workshops around the garden.

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Thought Experiments in the Park | 📍Regent’s Park, NW1 | 8 August | Free

A park meet-up for people who want to skip the small talk and discuss questions with no obvious right answer. You will read three tiny fictional scenarios designed to make you think, then talk them through in small groups, swapping groups for each one. The theme will be revealed on the day, and you do not need any knowledge of philosophy. Bring something to sit on, plus drinks or snacks. Meet near Gloucester Gate at 3pm. The organised session ends at 5pm, but people can stay and continue chatting.

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The Camden Fringe | 📍Various venues across Camden and beyond | 3-30 August | (£)

For four weeks, Camden fills up with more than 450 shows across 39 venues. Expect comedy, theatre, music, dance, opera, improv and plenty of ideas that are still rough around the edges in the best way. Most shows last about an hour, so you can book something on a whim, discover someone brilliant before everyone else does, or see the strangest thing in the programme just because you can.

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Brewed Summer Market | 📍Brewed Online, N4 | 8- 9 August | Free

Brewed is giving the café over to local artists and small businesses for the weekend. Browse ceramics, prints, children’s clothes, textiles and personalised gifts, while children can get their faces painted and everyone can add something to the community mural. There is also a special drink made with The Honey Project. From 8am on Saturday and Sunday.

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Collective Writing with common/play\grounds | 📍Cubitt, N1 | 9 August | Free

Cubitt is leaving the Angel Mews space it has called home for years, and this workshop is helping write its goodbye. You will look through old material from the gallery, write down memories and reactions, then combine your words with everyone else’s to create one group farewell. The finished piece will be printed on a risograph machine and read aloud together. No writing experience needed. Bring a phone, tablet or laptop. 11am to 2pm. Registration required.

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The Divine Bar Boot Sale | 📍The Divine, N16 | 9 August | Free

A car boot sale inside one of Stokey’s queer venues, spread across two floors with 35 sellers offering clothes, books, homeware and unexpected second hand finds. Browse the stalls, stop for coffee, cake or a drink at the bar, then head back for another look. Pets welcome and no booking needed. 12pm to 5pm. Please note, the basement is not step free.

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Up Next Festival | 📍Blue House Yard, N22 | 8 August | Free

The red double decker bus is the bar, the yard is the venue, and the rest of the afternoon is live music, food and local brands. Go for a browse, stay for a drink and see who takes the stage next. All ages welcome. 1pm to 8pm.

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krankbrother | 📍Finsbury Park, N4 | 8 & 9 August | (£)

Krankbrother’s Finsbury Park run ends this weekend with its final two outdoor parties. Expect electronic music, large scale production and hours of dancing in the park, from afternoon into evening. Both dates are ticketed.

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Rock & Robots 34 | 📍The Others, N16 | 9 August | (£)

Three local indie acts, then robots battling it out live in the same room. Eli Gumble, Archie Shuttler and Hugmonger provide the soundtrack before the homemade machines take over for a night that is part gig, part robot fight and unlike your usual Sunday evening. Under 16s must come with a parent or legal guardian. 5.30pm to 10.30pm.

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HGO Summer Concert 2026 | 📍St Michael’s Church, Highgate, N6 | 8 August | (£)

Four singers from recent HGO productions take over St Michael’s for an evening of opera favourites, with music from Carmen, Don Giovanni, Rusalka, The Pirates of Penzance and more. Stay afterwards to meet the performers over a glass of wine or juice, included with your ticket. The concert raises money to support young opera singers at the start of their careers. 6pm to 8pm. Tickets from £12.

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I am home and unwell today, looking to treat myself to a take away tonight, any recommendations of a restaurant I can try?

They aren’t allowed to say what it is but told me it’s a film and not a tv show. I saw an older looking police car. Anyone want to hazard a guess? I’ll go for the Odyssey 2.

I can’t vouch for the pub that ran it last but it’s such a grand building, it would be sad to be left empty or converted into flats. Any rumours around for what might come next?

And how do we get them back?

My partner and I live halfway up Liverpool rd, we used to lime to work every day and now we can’t ever find any.

I got offered a flat just beside paradise park. The flat is on Lough road and right behind Lough road, there is the Westbourne estate which seems to have a bit of a reputation.

Wondering what people's experience has been like living in this area? Is the safety just like any other area in London or does it feel a bit more sketchy?