Not every area has its own song but they do here – The Song for the Ancient Corporation of Stroud Green, written in 1773 by William Riley, gives the distinct impression that this was a fun place to live: ‘Ye Sons of Jollity and Mirth Of each denomination, Attend, while I declare the worth, Of Stroud Green Corporation.’ And people are once more flocking to have fun here.

Time Out says that ‘Stroud Green Road is one of the best streets for eating out in North London’, with a wide choice of restaurants, bars and pubs to suit every budget. Run off your excesses in the 110 acres of Finsbury Park, get a new look from the glorious Pak’s Wig Shop and gloat over your great public transport connections – Stroud Greeners do.

We North Londoners know we are lucky. With acres of parks and woodlands, authentic architecture, great schools, good transport links, an amazing choice of restaurants and bars and a lively arts and cultural life, we know we have it all.