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Hackney is situated in East London in the London Borough of Hackney. Hackney is believed to have got its name from Anglo-Saxon origins. The old English word "Haca's ey" means "island of Haca" or "hook-shaped island".

Like a lot of London, Hackney took significant damage during the bombing raids of World War II. Post-war, this led to the area undergoing much redevelopment and modernization. In recent decades, Hackney has seen young professionals, artists, and creatives move into the area.

Transport

By underground –The borough of Hackney has several underground stations on the Central, Victoria and overground lines. The stations are Bethnal Green, Mile End and Highbury & Islington.
By train – The London Overground serves several stations in Hackney, including Hackney Central, Hackney Downs, Dalston Junction, and Dalston Kingsland. These stations connect Hackney to areas such as Stratford, Canary Wharf, and Richmond.
By bus – Hackney is connected well by London's extensive bus network.
By Bike – The area is very bike-friendly with dedicated cycling lanes and many bike-sharing schemes.

Schools

Hackney offers a wide range of educational institutions including primary, secondary and colleges. A few examples are:

Mossbourne Community Academy: Known for its high academic standards, this secondary school consistently achieves excellent results.
The Urswick School: A mixed secondary school with a focus on academic achievement.
Cardinal Pole Catholic School: A secondary school with a Catholic ethos, offering a broad curriculum.
Haggerston School: This secondary school emphasizes creativity and innovation in its curriculum, offering a range of extracurricular activities.
Hackney New School: A secondary school with a traditional curriculum and high expectations for student behavior and achievement.
The City Academy, Hackney: A secondary school with a focus on business and enterprise, offering a range of vocational courses alongside traditional academic subjects.

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Things to do

Being a popular London borough there are lots of things to see and do in Hackney. Like Shoreditch, Hackney also has some great markets with one of our favourites being Broadway market. This bustling market is held every Saturday and you will find amazing street food, vintage clothing and much more.

Hackney is also well known for its amazing street art. Like Shoreditch and Hackney Wick the area has lots of colourful Murals and graffiti. Hackney also hosts some wonderful parks with the standout being Victoria Park. This is one of London’s largest parks and offers playgrounds, cafes and lots of green space.

Hackney is great for its live music, with many music venues hosting live gigs and performances. The Hackney Empire is an iconic local venue, but it is also worth checking places like Oslo Hackney and Earth (Evolutionary Arts Hackney) for eclectic music events.

Looking for some different to do then why not visit Hackney City Farm. At this community farm you can see animals, take in the farms gardens and participate in workshops and events.

Hackney offers a diverse range of restaurants, from cool cafes, gastro pubs to restaurants serving food from all around the world. Some of our favourites are;

To eat

Mãe Maria: Portuguese restaurant in Hackney Wick serving authentic seafood, grilled meats and traditional Portuguese desserts.

Pidgin: In central Hackney offering European dishes with an Asian twist.

The Marksman: Michelin-starred gastropub is well worth a visit.

Bright: Located in Hackney Downs, this is a modern bistro using seasonal British ingredients.

Lardo: Based in Hackney Wick serving great Italian dishes and delicious wood-fired pizzas.

Bars

Crate Brewery: located alongside the Regents Canal in Hackney Wick. Crate Brewery is a must if you like your craft beers. They also serve wood-fired pizzas, which is the perfect combination.

P.Franco: Located in Clapton, this wine bar offers natural and organic wines from around the world.

Nightjar: A speakeasy-style bar that is well known for its inventive cocktails and live jazz music.

The Three Compasses: Good pub with a wide selection of craft beers, ciders, and ales. It often hosts live music and other events.