{"id":42329,"date":"2024-01-22T15:18:43","date_gmt":"2024-01-22T15:18:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/expat-life-en\/brixton-tutti-i-segreti-dei-quartieri-di-londra\/"},"modified":"2026-10-14T16:58:46","modified_gmt":"2026-10-14T16:58:46","slug":"what-to-see-in-brixton-afro-caribbean-soul-london","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/en\/london-en\/what-to-see-in-brixton-afro-caribbean-soul-london\/","title":{"rendered":"What to See in Brixton: The Afro Caribbean Soul of London"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"http:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Penna-a-Spillo-Stickers.pdf-3.png\" alt=\"Penna a Spillo London Lifestyle &amp; travel Blog Logo SoulMap\u2122\" class=\"wp-image-36260 size-full lazyload\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"http:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Penna-a-Spillo-Stickers.pdf-3.png\" alt=\"Penna a Spillo London Lifestyle &amp; travel Blog Logo SoulMap\u2122\" class=\"wp-image-36260 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Penna-a-Spillo-Stickers.pdf-3.png 650w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Penna-a-Spillo-Stickers.pdf-3-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Penna-a-Spillo-Stickers.pdf-3-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Penna-a-Spillo-Stickers.pdf-3-440x440.png 440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1 wp-block-paragraph\"><em><\/em><em>A SoulMap&#x2122; London journey by Penna a Spillo <\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f5fa;&#xfe0f;&#x1f4cd;<strong>Segui la mia <a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/en\/tag\/soulmap\/\">SoulMap&#x2122;<\/a> e scopri Londra like a local<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f1ec;&#x1f1e7; <strong>Categoria: <a type=\"post\" href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/it\/londra\/quartieri-di-londra-guida-pratica-quartiere-per-quartiere\/\" id=\"37876\">Quartieri di Londra<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2\">&#x1f6b6;&#x200d;&#x2642;&#xfe0f;<strong>What to see in Brixton: an itinerary through London\u2019s most multiethnic district<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap wp-block-paragraph\">Right at the end of the Victoria Line, Brixton stands out as one of the most vibrant multicultural neighbourhoods in South London.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its unique identity is rooted in immigration and the growth of the local Caribbean community, which still represents around a quarter of the population today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While Brixton made headlines for the intense clashes between police and locals during the eighties and nineties, two decades of gentrification have transformed it into a wonderful destination brimming with independent shops, lively venues, and colorful events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this guide, I will take you through <strong>the sights of this captivating area<\/strong>, which has managed to keep its rich multiethnic spirit fully intact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3 wp-block-paragraph\">On my SoulMap&#x2122;, this is the ultimate London district to visit if you love great street food and vibrant urban culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/C51230A1-5D45-4F0F-A93E-0A4F19E95D8D_1_201_a.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/C51230A1-5D45-4F0F-A93E-0A4F19E95D8D_1_201_a.jpg\" data-id=\"23096\" alt=\"Brixton vita locale sulla strada principale\" class=\"wp-image-23096 lazyload\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"488\" data-id=\"23096\" src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/C51230A1-5D45-4F0F-A93E-0A4F19E95D8D_1_201_a.jpg\" alt=\"Brixton vita locale sulla strada principale\" class=\"wp-image-23096\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/C51230A1-5D45-4F0F-A93E-0A4F19E95D8D_1_201_a.jpg 650w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/C51230A1-5D45-4F0F-A93E-0A4F19E95D8D_1_201_a-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/B51F4861-1937-4283-959C-B83465438748_1_105_c.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/B51F4861-1937-4283-959C-B83465438748_1_105_c.jpeg\" data-id=\"23094\" alt=\"Brixton London David Bowie Mural\" class=\"wp-image-23094 lazyload\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"488\" data-id=\"23094\" src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/B51F4861-1937-4283-959C-B83465438748_1_105_c.jpeg\" alt=\"Brixton London David Bowie Mural\" class=\"wp-image-23094\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/B51F4861-1937-4283-959C-B83465438748_1_105_c.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/B51F4861-1937-4283-959C-B83465438748_1_105_c-300x225.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/8D6650F1-BE77-4C7A-8D6B-3C61FF7EBBE4_1_105_c.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/8D6650F1-BE77-4C7A-8D6B-3C61FF7EBBE4_1_105_c.jpeg\" data-id=\"23092\" alt=\"Brixton High Street con negozi e locali\" class=\"wp-image-23092 lazyload\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"513\" data-id=\"23092\" src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/8D6650F1-BE77-4C7A-8D6B-3C61FF7EBBE4_1_105_c.jpeg\" alt=\"Brixton High Street con negozi e locali\" class=\"wp-image-23092\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/8D6650F1-BE77-4C7A-8D6B-3C61FF7EBBE4_1_105_c.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/8D6650F1-BE77-4C7A-8D6B-3C61FF7EBBE4_1_105_c-300x237.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4\"><strong>&#x1f468;&#x200d;&#x1f3a4; The David Bowie Mural<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap wp-block-paragraph\">It is widely known that David Bowie was born right here in Brixton on January 8, 1947, at 40 Stansfield Road, where he spent the first years of his childhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a result, following his passing, <strong>a mural dedicated to him was created by Australian artist James Cochran<\/strong>. You can find it right across the street from the Tube station exit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Protected by a clear glass panel to shield it from the weather, the mural is a continuous site of pilgrimage for fans from all over the world and has become a true landmark of Brixton and London.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/0C033243-96E8-4D54-8EDA-8B2BA6D21005_1_201_a.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/0C033243-96E8-4D54-8EDA-8B2BA6D21005_1_201_a.jpg\" data-id=\"23098\" alt=\"The iconic portrait mural of David Bowie painted on a brick wall in Brixton, serving as a vibrant tribute to the late musician.\" class=\"wp-image-23098 lazyload\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"867\" data-id=\"23098\" src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/0C033243-96E8-4D54-8EDA-8B2BA6D21005_1_201_a.jpg\" alt=\"The iconic portrait mural of David Bowie painted on a brick wall in Brixton, serving as a vibrant tribute to the late musician.\" class=\"wp-image-23098\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/0C033243-96E8-4D54-8EDA-8B2BA6D21005_1_201_a.jpg 650w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/0C033243-96E8-4D54-8EDA-8B2BA6D21005_1_201_a-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ACB020B1-09DC-40DE-82DA-04EFB92A27EF_1_105_c.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ACB020B1-09DC-40DE-82DA-04EFB92A27EF_1_105_c.jpeg\" data-id=\"23090\" alt=\"Brixton vita locale sulla strada principale\" class=\"wp-image-23090 lazyload\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"867\" data-id=\"23090\" src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ACB020B1-09DC-40DE-82DA-04EFB92A27EF_1_105_c.jpeg\" alt=\"Brixton vita locale sulla strada principale\" class=\"wp-image-23090\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ACB020B1-09DC-40DE-82DA-04EFB92A27EF_1_105_c.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ACB020B1-09DC-40DE-82DA-04EFB92A27EF_1_105_c-225x300.jpeg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5\"><strong>&#x1f354; Brixton Markets and the Local Street Food Scene<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap wp-block-paragraph\">Electric Avenue, the main street leading from the station toward Brixton Village Market, hosts <strong>a beautiful and colourful outdoor fruit and vegetable market, largely dedicated to Caribbean products.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What strikes you most is the vibrant mix of sounds, colours, and aromas, alongside a variety of produce very different from what you typically find across the rest of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/39B05D23-335A-4EEF-8ACB-21B660C56881_1_105_c.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/39B05D23-335A-4EEF-8ACB-21B660C56881_1_105_c.jpeg\" data-id=\"23104\" alt=\"Lively pedestrian view of historic Electric Avenue in Brixton, featuring market stalls, vibrant storefronts, and multicultural crowds.\" class=\"wp-image-23104 lazyload\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"488\" data-id=\"23104\" src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/39B05D23-335A-4EEF-8ACB-21B660C56881_1_105_c.jpeg\" alt=\"Lively pedestrian view of historic Electric Avenue in Brixton, featuring market stalls, vibrant storefronts, and multicultural crowds.\" class=\"wp-image-23104\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/39B05D23-335A-4EEF-8ACB-21B660C56881_1_105_c.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/39B05D23-335A-4EEF-8ACB-21B660C56881_1_105_c-300x225.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/E955B06A-5D9C-4A45-A5C5-CD8C9293556F_1_201_a.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/E955B06A-5D9C-4A45-A5C5-CD8C9293556F_1_201_a.jpg\" data-id=\"23102\" alt=\"Lively pedestrian view of historic Electric Avenue in Brixton, featuring market stalls, vibrant storefronts, and multicultural crowds.\" class=\"wp-image-23102 lazyload\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"488\" data-id=\"23102\" src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/E955B06A-5D9C-4A45-A5C5-CD8C9293556F_1_201_a.jpg\" alt=\"Lively pedestrian view of historic Electric Avenue in Brixton, featuring market stalls, vibrant storefronts, and multicultural crowds.\" class=\"wp-image-23102\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/E955B06A-5D9C-4A45-A5C5-CD8C9293556F_1_201_a.jpg 650w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/E955B06A-5D9C-4A45-A5C5-CD8C9293556F_1_201_a-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/DF4417C1-AF80-4A73-9B3B-13B05C585E5D_1_105_c.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/DF4417C1-AF80-4A73-9B3B-13B05C585E5D_1_105_c.jpeg\" data-id=\"23100\" alt=\"Lively pedestrian view of historic Electric Avenue in Brixton, featuring market stalls, vibrant storefronts, and multicultural crowds.\" class=\"wp-image-23100 lazyload\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"468\" data-id=\"23100\" src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/DF4417C1-AF80-4A73-9B3B-13B05C585E5D_1_105_c.jpeg\" alt=\"Lively pedestrian view of historic Electric Avenue in Brixton, featuring market stalls, vibrant storefronts, and multicultural crowds.\" class=\"wp-image-23100\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/DF4417C1-AF80-4A73-9B3B-13B05C585E5D_1_105_c.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/DF4417C1-AF80-4A73-9B3B-13B05C585E5D_1_105_c-300x216.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6 wp-block-paragraph\">What is more, Electric Avenue is lined with small grocery stores and diverse local shops that make this entire part of the neighborhood feel incredibly alive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/299C8B8F-3782-4FF2-9FD1-8952D4191245_1_105_c.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/299C8B8F-3782-4FF2-9FD1-8952D4191245_1_105_c.jpeg\" data-id=\"23108\" alt=\"Close-up of vibrant market stalls displaying fresh tropical fruits, Caribbean vegetables, and aromatic spices in Brixton.\" class=\"wp-image-23108 lazyload\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"867\" data-id=\"23108\" src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/299C8B8F-3782-4FF2-9FD1-8952D4191245_1_105_c.jpeg\" alt=\"Close-up of vibrant market stalls displaying fresh tropical fruits, Caribbean vegetables, and aromatic spices in Brixton.\" class=\"wp-image-23108\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/299C8B8F-3782-4FF2-9FD1-8952D4191245_1_105_c.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/299C8B8F-3782-4FF2-9FD1-8952D4191245_1_105_c-225x300.jpeg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/CCCED6F5-147F-4C2D-90B4-3C4806269391_1_105_c.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/CCCED6F5-147F-4C2D-90B4-3C4806269391_1_105_c.jpeg\" data-id=\"23106\" alt=\"Close-up of vibrant market stalls displaying fresh tropical fruits, Caribbean vegetables, and aromatic spices in Brixton.\" class=\"wp-image-23106 lazyload\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"867\" data-id=\"23106\" src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/CCCED6F5-147F-4C2D-90B4-3C4806269391_1_105_c.jpeg\" alt=\"Close-up of vibrant market stalls displaying fresh tropical fruits, Caribbean vegetables, and aromatic spices in Brixton.\" class=\"wp-image-23106\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/CCCED6F5-147F-4C2D-90B4-3C4806269391_1_105_c.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/CCCED6F5-147F-4C2D-90B4-3C4806269391_1_105_c-225x300.jpeg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7\"><strong>Brixton Village Market: the covered heart of the district<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap wp-block-paragraph\">The true heart of <strong>Brixton is Brixton Village Market, a beautiful a<\/strong>nd multiethnic covered market set beneath the railway arches, just a few hundred meters from the Tube station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is without a doubt one of the most colorful, original, and authentic markets in London, offering products and items you simply cannot find anywhere else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It describes itself as <em>&#8220;A dynamic destination combining food, drink, shopping, music and culture \u2013 built on heritage, diversity and community&#8221;<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8 wp-block-paragraph\">Indeed, you will not only find numerous independent shops, cafes, and restaurants here, but also art galleries and event spaces. You can enjoy music, culture, and events ranging from talks to artistic performances and much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f4cd; <em><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/R8hhtye1YDjWZasDA\">Coldharbour Ln, London SW9 8PS, Regno Unito<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/FD57B087-9776-45F4-9347-00F5CBD841A7_1_105_c.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/FD57B087-9776-45F4-9347-00F5CBD841A7_1_105_c.jpeg\" data-id=\"23119\" alt=\"Bustling interior arcade of Brixton Village filled with independent food stalls, restaurants, and lively diners under a historic glass roof.\" 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src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/F80F00AC-D048-4FED-A18A-94BF6544A1C4_1_105_c.jpeg\" data-id=\"23117\" alt=\"Bustling interior arcade of Brixton Village filled with independent food stalls, restaurants, and lively diners under a historic glass roof.\" class=\"wp-image-23117 lazyload\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"867\" data-id=\"23117\" src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/F80F00AC-D048-4FED-A18A-94BF6544A1C4_1_105_c.jpeg\" alt=\"Bustling interior arcade of Brixton Village filled with independent food stalls, restaurants, and lively diners under a historic glass roof.\" class=\"wp-image-23117\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/F80F00AC-D048-4FED-A18A-94BF6544A1C4_1_105_c.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/F80F00AC-D048-4FED-A18A-94BF6544A1C4_1_105_c-225x300.jpeg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/07A42AF2-686B-4D2E-9035-59EF33994BBC_1_105_c.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/07A42AF2-686B-4D2E-9035-59EF33994BBC_1_105_c.jpeg\" data-id=\"23115\" alt=\"Bustling interior arcade of Brixton Village filled with independent food stalls, restaurants, and lively diners under a historic glass roof.\" class=\"wp-image-23115 lazyload\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"867\" data-id=\"23115\" src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/07A42AF2-686B-4D2E-9035-59EF33994BBC_1_105_c.jpeg\" alt=\"Bustling interior arcade of Brixton Village filled with independent food stalls, restaurants, and lively diners under a historic glass roof.\" class=\"wp-image-23115\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/07A42AF2-686B-4D2E-9035-59EF33994BBC_1_105_c.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/07A42AF2-686B-4D2E-9035-59EF33994BBC_1_105_c-225x300.jpeg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9\">&#x1f3ac; <strong>Ritzy Cinema: a cultural institution since 1911<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap wp-block-paragraph\">Dating back to the early twentieth century, <strong>the Ritzy Cinema is a true neighbourhood institution.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-10 wp-block-paragraph\">In fact, a quick look at its official website is enough to realise how many events, previews, festivals, and community initiatives take place here. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-11 wp-block-paragraph\">They make this historic picture house a genuinely unique venue and an indispensable cultural reference point for the whole community.e facciano di questo Cinema un luogo davvero esclusivo e un punto di riferimento importantissimo per l&#8217;intera comunit\u00e0.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f4cd; <em><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/9WpEPAakYh8Hehnd8\">Brixton Oval, Coldharbour Ln, London SW2 1JG, Regno Unito<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/A02E5F41-0B0A-46BC-BFE9-8FE6D4A9D012_1_201_a.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/A02E5F41-0B0A-46BC-BFE9-8FE6D4A9D012_1_201_a.jpg\" data-id=\"23126\" alt=\"Charming historic facade of the independent Ritzy Cinema in Brixton with outdoor seating and glowing marquee lights.\" class=\"wp-image-23126 lazyload\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"867\" data-id=\"23126\" src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/A02E5F41-0B0A-46BC-BFE9-8FE6D4A9D012_1_201_a.jpg\" alt=\"Charming historic facade of the independent Ritzy Cinema in Brixton with outdoor seating and glowing marquee lights.\" class=\"wp-image-23126\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/A02E5F41-0B0A-46BC-BFE9-8FE6D4A9D012_1_201_a.jpg 650w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/A02E5F41-0B0A-46BC-BFE9-8FE6D4A9D012_1_201_a-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/1E684EC2-3E74-494F-A1E3-867AF6FA68ED_1_201_a.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/1E684EC2-3E74-494F-A1E3-867AF6FA68ED_1_201_a.jpg\" data-id=\"23124\" alt=\"Charming historic facade of the independent Ritzy Cinema in Brixton with outdoor seating and glowing marquee lights.\" class=\"wp-image-23124 lazyload\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"830\" data-id=\"23124\" src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/1E684EC2-3E74-494F-A1E3-867AF6FA68ED_1_201_a.jpg\" alt=\"Charming historic facade of the independent Ritzy Cinema in Brixton with outdoor seating and glowing marquee lights.\" class=\"wp-image-23124\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/1E684EC2-3E74-494F-A1E3-867AF6FA68ED_1_201_a.jpg 650w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/1E684EC2-3E74-494F-A1E3-867AF6FA68ED_1_201_a-235x300.jpg 235w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AE897A45-A434-4B5C-9FCB-347BB1C56A5D_1_201_a.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AE897A45-A434-4B5C-9FCB-347BB1C56A5D_1_201_a.jpg\" data-id=\"23122\" alt=\"Charming historic facade of the independent Ritzy Cinema in Brixton with outdoor seating and glowing marquee lights.\" class=\"wp-image-23122 lazyload\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"867\" data-id=\"23122\" src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AE897A45-A434-4B5C-9FCB-347BB1C56A5D_1_201_a.jpg\" alt=\"Charming historic facade of the independent Ritzy Cinema in Brixton with outdoor seating and glowing marquee lights.\" class=\"wp-image-23122\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AE897A45-A434-4B5C-9FCB-347BB1C56A5D_1_201_a.jpg 650w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AE897A45-A434-4B5C-9FCB-347BB1C56A5D_1_201_a-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-12\"><strong>Pop Brixton: street food and startups inside shipping containers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pop Brixton is an innovative space for independent businesses, <\/strong>built by recycling old, disused shipping containers in a way that defies a single definition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is a cutting edge venue where creativity, dining, and entertainment coexist, making it ideal for events and nightlife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Specifically, it houses around <strong>fifty startups dedicated to street food and dining, retail boutiques, and even a local radio station.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As much as 85 percent of these startups have strong local ties, proving the success of a project born to support local work and business training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Walking through its corridors, dozens of corners offering every imaginable type of cuisine, music (Disco, R&amp;B, Old school Hip Hop, and Afrobeats), and a joyful buzz make aperitivo and dinner time truly unforgettable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-13 wp-block-paragraph\">Make sure to check the schedule ahead of time, as many events require tickets or pre-registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> &#x1f4cd; <em><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/iAoG1XgYSeUDjF8y8\">49 Brixton Station Rd, London SW9 8PQ, Regno Unito<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/B4E4D854-E3F3-444B-B3E4-3D9C72791FDD_1_201_a.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/B4E4D854-E3F3-444B-B3E4-3D9C72791FDD_1_201_a.jpeg\" data-id=\"23133\" alt=\"Innovative urban community space at Pop Brixton built from stacked, brightly colored shipping containers housing street food and indie shops.\" class=\"wp-image-23133 lazyload\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"487\" data-id=\"23133\" src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/B4E4D854-E3F3-444B-B3E4-3D9C72791FDD_1_201_a.jpeg\" alt=\"Innovative urban community space at Pop Brixton built from stacked, brightly colored shipping containers housing street food and indie shops.\" class=\"wp-image-23133\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/B4E4D854-E3F3-444B-B3E4-3D9C72791FDD_1_201_a.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/B4E4D854-E3F3-444B-B3E4-3D9C72791FDD_1_201_a-300x225.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/84B74585-9E32-428A-9F8A-EEF5F45048D6_1_201_a.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" 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\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/C5E23CF8-DD48-40CA-9AC3-5A877528274E_1_201_a.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/C5E23CF8-DD48-40CA-9AC3-5A877528274E_1_201_a.jpeg\" data-id=\"23129\" alt=\"Innovative urban community space at Pop Brixton built from stacked, brightly colored shipping containers housing street food and indie shops.\" class=\"wp-image-23129 lazyload\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"487\" data-id=\"23129\" src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/C5E23CF8-DD48-40CA-9AC3-5A877528274E_1_201_a.jpeg\" alt=\"Innovative urban community space at Pop Brixton built from stacked, brightly colored shipping containers housing street food and indie shops.\" class=\"wp-image-23129\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/C5E23CF8-DD48-40CA-9AC3-5A877528274E_1_201_a.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/C5E23CF8-DD48-40CA-9AC3-5A877528274E_1_201_a-300x225.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-14\">&#x1f4f8; <strong>Urban art: a walk among the murals of Brixton<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap wp-block-paragraph\">Just like every other neighbourhood in London, <strong>Brixton boasts a rich collection of street art scattered across its walls.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to read more about London street art, you can also check out:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>&#x1f4cd; <a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/en\/london-en\/shoreditch-brick-lane-a-guide-to-east-londons-most-creative-neighborhoods\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"38201\">Shoreditch &amp; Brick Lane: A Guide to East London\u2019s Most Creative Neighborhoods<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#x1f4cd;<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/en\/london-en\/camden-town-londons-rock-and-alternative-soul\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"42232\">Camden Town: London\u2019s Rock and Alternative Soul<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many national and international artists frequently try their hand at decorating Brixton&#8217;s walls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-15 wp-block-paragraph\">Moreover, as often happens with street art and Hip Hop culture, many of the local murals portray members of the community, like the young man you see in the photo below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/3501DCD8-A1D2-475F-BC8A-5AA16A6F8ABE_1_201_a.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/3501DCD8-A1D2-475F-BC8A-5AA16A6F8ABE_1_201_a.jpg\" data-id=\"23137\" alt=\"Vibrant mural celebrating Caribbean culture, historical figures, and community heritage on a wall in Brixton.\" class=\"wp-image-23137 lazyload\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"867\" data-id=\"23137\" src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/3501DCD8-A1D2-475F-BC8A-5AA16A6F8ABE_1_201_a.jpg\" alt=\"Vibrant mural celebrating Caribbean culture, historical figures, and community heritage on a wall in Brixton.\" class=\"wp-image-23137\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/3501DCD8-A1D2-475F-BC8A-5AA16A6F8ABE_1_201_a.jpg 650w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/3501DCD8-A1D2-475F-BC8A-5AA16A6F8ABE_1_201_a-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/B5448D3C-39D8-4839-8E8A-109203DF5CFB_1_201_a.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/B5448D3C-39D8-4839-8E8A-109203DF5CFB_1_201_a.jpg\" data-id=\"23135\" alt=\"Vibrant mural celebrating Caribbean culture, historical figures, and community heritage on a wall in Brixton.\" class=\"wp-image-23135 lazyload\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"867\" data-id=\"23135\" src=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/B5448D3C-39D8-4839-8E8A-109203DF5CFB_1_201_a.jpg\" alt=\"Vibrant mural celebrating Caribbean culture, historical figures, and community heritage on a wall in Brixton.\" class=\"wp-image-23135\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/B5448D3C-39D8-4839-8E8A-109203DF5CFB_1_201_a.jpg 650w, https:\/\/pennaspillo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/B5448D3C-39D8-4839-8E8A-109203DF5CFB_1_201_a-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I hope this guide to Brixton helps you discover this unique and special neighborhood in London.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-16\"><strong>&#x1f4cc; Brixton at a Glance: Highlights You Cannot Miss<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Type of Experience<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What to Expect<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Brixton Village &amp; Market Row<\/strong><\/td><td>International food &amp; shopping<\/td><td>Vibrant atmosphere with over 100 market stalls, global dishes, and local boutiques<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Electric Avenue<\/strong><\/td><td>History &amp; urban trivia<\/td><td>The first market street illuminated by electric lights<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Ritzy Cinema<\/strong><\/td><td>Culture &amp; entertainment<\/td><td>Historic cinema (1911) featuring film events and live music Upstairs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Brixton Windmill<\/strong><\/td><td>Local history<\/td><td>Antique working windmill (1816), open for guided tours from March to October<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Pop Brixton<\/strong><\/td><td>Street food &amp; creativity<\/td><td>Dynamic pop up space featuring global 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