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Deptford is an area on the south bank of the River Thames in southeast London, in the Royal Borough of Greenwich and London Borough of Lewisham. It is named after a ford of the River Ravensbourne. From the mid 16th century to the late 19th it was home to Deptford Dockyard, the first of the Royal Dockyards.
- Mosey your way around Deptford Market Yard. Once used as storage facilities for horses and carriages – and later as air-raid shelters during World War Two – the arches under Deptford railway station have now been transformed into Deptford Market Yard – a vibrant melting pot of cocktail bars, street food-style eateries and independent record shops.
- Tuck into some delicious Italian grub at Marcella. Wondering where to eat in Deptford? You can’t pay a visit to this part of town without grabbing lunch or dinner in Italian restaurant Marcella.
- Get yourself inked at South City Market. Owned by renowned tattoo artist Ricky Williams, South City Market isn’t really like other tattoo studios. Ditching the classic tattoo blueprint, it specialises in black and grey work and is inspired by Scandinavian-style living, so if you’re in Deptford and are looking to get inked, then this is a great place to come.
- Enjoy a pint or two at Villages or Little Faith breweries. Now we couldn’t write a roundup of the best things to do in Deptford without mentioning this one.
Deptford High Street in the borough of Lewisham, south-east London, has been named one of the 33 coolest streets in the world, following a vote by Time Out magazine.
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Feb 19, 2020 · Deptford is a sleepy pocket of south-east London that benefits from the creative freedom and urban vigour of its neighbours. Here’s what to see, eat, drink and do in Deptford.
Dec 5, 2023 · From indie restaurants to funky pop-ups, and bustling markets, and everything in between, this insider’s guide will help you discover everything that Deptford has to offer.
Feb 9, 2018 · Deptford has a strong South London identity due to its rich history, particularly its maritime heritage. In the mid-16th to the late 19th century it was home to Deptford Dockyard, the first Royal Navy Dockyard, but sadly as the area declined all the docks closed down, with the last one shutting in 2000.
Aug 15, 2022 · Get there: Deptford rail, Deptford Bridge DLR, New Cross rail/Overground. Fancy a change of scene? Here are 12 reasons to go to Shacklewell Lane, E8.
