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A central hub leading the city’s tech revolution, serviced apartments in London’s Old Street offer an exciting place to live.
Clarendon’s serviced apartments in Old Street
Sprawling, fast-paced and well connected – Old Street station, which sits in the middle of the eponymous roundabout, perfectly encapsulates the area’s ambitious energy. Thanks to its location between the Square Mile and Shoreditch, it’s taken on both a central city urgency and an east suburb edginess, making it an exciting place for long term stays and relocations.
Clarendon’s top tips for living in Old Street
Urban, lively and alternative, Old Street has become home to numerous tech start-ups over recent years, which is no doubt where its ‘Silicon Roundabout’ nickname stems from. Both the name of the area and of the street that runs from Hackney to Farringdon, Old Street is one of London’s founding districts and the main street is believed to have been there for over 800 years. From coding classes to thriving co-working spaces, the area is redefining the corporate world for younger generations and feels like an exciting place to pick up a new hobby or skill. Serious about good coffee, locally sourced produce and independently run businesses, those staying in corporate accommodation in Old Street should make the most of the great restaurants, bars and cafes on their doorstep, too.
Clarendon’s guide to living in Old Street
Cross Old Street roundabout and you’ll find yourself in Shoreditch – one of London’s most exciting neighbourhoods and home to the city’s hippest hangouts. Packed with boutique hotels and underground cocktail bars, you won’t be short of places to enjoy after work drinks and languorous weekend meals. A fantastic brunch is particularly easy to come by thanks to the array of brasseries and restaurants, many of which are overseen by world class chefs.
Those who enjoy discovering new independent brands will particularly appreciate the array of boutiques that line Shoreditch High Street, many of which sell the unique homewares nearby Clerkenwell is famous for designing, as well as cutting edge clothing and accessories.
On warmer days, residents of long stay serviced apartments in Old Street should pick up some blooms at Columbia Road Flower Market or spend some time with the livestock at Hackney City Farm, where you can sign up to environmental and seasonal eating workshops.
More cultural pursuits can be enjoyed at the Barbican Centre – a space that tests the limits of art, music, dance and theatre – which is just over half a mile from Old Street station on foot. Liverpool Street Station is also nearby, connecting serviced apartments in Old Street quickly to several prominent northern towns and cities and making it easy to organise weekend getaways.
Clarendon’s verdict on living in Old Street
Corporate accommodation in Old Street enjoys proximity to both the eastern suburbs and the city centre, making it an excellent living choice for those looking to explore all London has to offer. Offering modern accommodation finished to a quality standard, safety and comfort remain Clarendon’s top priority for our clients, whether you are travelling alone or with family.
