Local area guide

Living in Holloway

Thinking about moving to Holloway? 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 Holloway

Why Holloway is a good place to live

Holloway presents a vibrant and diverse living experience in the heart of Greater London. Its optimal geography in the London Borough of Islington allows for a central location with excellent transport links to the surrounding areas and the rest of London. The area offers a variety of dining options with restaurants and cafes that offer incredible international cuisines, making it a foodie paradise. The local pubs in Holloway offer cosy atmospheres, offering unique offerings like Pimms and Lemonade on tap. Residents also say moving to Holloway is a wise choice thanks to its affordability when compared to other centrally-located London areas. All these combined factors contribute to make Holloway a good place to live.

What's Holloway famous for?

Holloway is famous for two key landmarks. Firstly, the now-closed HMP Holloway, which was historically known as a women's prison, was a key social and architectural feature of the area. Secondly, Holloway is synonymous with sport, thanks to the Emirates Stadium, which is the home of Arsenal Football Club. Holloway is also notable from a literary perspective as it was associated with Charles Pooter from 'The Diary of a Nobody.'

Things to do in Holloway

For those looking for things to do in Holloway, the area provides many options. Holloway is vibrant at any time of day and upside with options such as shopping at various food stores and markets. For those looking for after-dark options, there are a variety of late-night spots offering karaoke. Sport fans also have a bounty of options, as the Emirates Stadium offers more than just football; various sporting events and fixtures are always available to enjoy. If you appreciate art and film, the Grade II Listed Art Deco Picture House, which houses Holloway's Odeon cinema, provides a unique experience of watching films in a historic venue.

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Transport in Holloway

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Local connections

Holloway Road
0.4 miles / 0.6 km
Arsenal
0.5 miles / 0.8 km
Caledonian Road
0.6 miles / 1.0 km
Drayton Park
National Rail
0.6 miles / 1.0 km
Upper Holloway
National Rail
0.6 miles / 1.0 km
Finsbury Park
0.7 miles / 1.1 km

Schools in Holloway

Discover local primary schools, secondary schools and sixth form colleges in Holloway.

Education in Holloway

Grafton Primary School
Ages: 2 - 11 years old
Ofsted Rating: Good (2023)
Pakeman Primary School
Ages: 2 - 11 years old
Ofsted Rating: Good (2022)
Montem Primary School
Ages: 2 - 11 years old
Ofsted Rating: Good (2023)
St Mark's CofE Primary School
Ages: 2 - 11 years old
Ofsted Rating: Good (2019)
Tufnell Park Primary School
Ages: 2 - 11 years old
Ofsted Rating: Good (2022)
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Ages: 3 - 11 years old
Ofsted Rating: Good (2022)

Local pubs in Holloway

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  • Enkel Arms

    London N7

    We’re your home of sport here at the Enkel. With Sky Sports and multiple screens, we showcase all the best games so you never have to miss out on the action. Whether your sport is Football, Rugby, Darts or Golf, we have it all!

  • Swimmer at Graffton Arms

    Holloway, London, N7

    Our Swimmer is the Winner of the 2016 Time Out Love London Awards for Best Pub in Holloway and is it any wonder?

  • Tollington

    London N7

    Award winning pub, located next to the Emirates stadium, the home of The Arsenal. Serving home cooked Thai food, a range of chilled lagers and fine wines.

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