Local area guide

Living in Bushy Mead

Thinking about moving to Bushy Mead? Discover why it's a great place to live, fun things to do here, what the local schools are like, transport connections and so much more.

Your guide to moving to Bushy Mead

Why Bushy Mead is a good place to live

Yorkshire born and bred, I’m content to tell you that living in Bushy Mead is a bit like a countryside haven with an urban twist. It holds remnants of its rural heritage while boasting excellent transport links to central London. Housing here ranges from the quaint to the sublime, perfect for anyone migrating to Bushy Mead, where both cut-through style and Victorian charm have a place. Shopping is a delight too, with a variety of outlets, from independent boutiques to bakeries and cafes, not to mention the all-Brit pub. Described as 'miniature Victorian villas,' the residences pride themselves on their bay windows, decorative features, and small front gardens decked with privet hedges.

What's Bushy Mead famous for?

Bushy Mead is famous for a few reasons. The arts flourish here, with Bushey Museum and an annual arts festival highlighting the town's innovative side. The area also served as home to noteworthy artists like Hubert Herkomer and Lucy Kemp-Welch who left an indelible mark on its culture. But perhaps its claim to fame is in its ties to the film industry. Yes, the Harry Potter series did some filming here at the Royal Masonic School for Boys, which played the part of Hogwarts. And let's not forget the association with pop culture icon George Michael of Wham! who was a resident here.

Things to do in Bushy Mead

Should you find yourself in Bushy Mead, you will not be left twiddling your thumbs. Visit Bushey Rose Garden for a retreat into nature’s most beautiful bloom, or take a stroll through Attenborough’s Fields and Merry Hill. History buffs will enjoy the local museums, and every so often, catch a show or film at the nearby Watford Palace Theatre. Golf lovers have clubs to swing their hearts out, while the Royal Connaught Park offers a dose of old-world elegance. And if you fancy a bit of city hustle, just take a quick jaunt on public transport and you'll find yourself in central London in no time.

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Transport in Bushy Mead

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Local connections

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Bank
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Cannon Street
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London Cannon Street
National Rail
0.2 miles / 0.3 km
Mansion House
0.2 miles / 0.3 km
St. Paul's
0.4 miles / 0.6 km

Schools in Bushy Mead

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Education in Bushy Mead

St Paul's Cathedral School
Ages: 4 - 13 years old
City of London School
Ages: 10 - 18 years old
City of London School for Girls
Ages: 7 - 18 years old
The Aldgate School
Ages: 3 - 11 years old
Ofsted Rating: Outstanding (2013)
David Game College
Ages: 13 - 22 years old
Prior Weston Primary School and Children's Centre
 
Ofsted Rating: Good (2022)

Local pubs in Bushy Mead

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  • Anthologist

    City of London, EC2V

    A gorgeous bar & restaurant in the heart of the city.

  • Sugar Loaf

    London EC4

    You will find The Sugar Loaf in Cannon Street within a short stroll of Barbican, Broadgate and Southwalk - however you won't find another like it. Step in to discover a traditional pub of unique character, revered for its eclectic range of real ales an

  • Tokenhouse

    London EC2

    London’s most convenient meeting place… is a pretty apt title for The Tokenhouse.