OUR GUIDE TO

Wandsworth, London

A LITTLE BIT OF HISTORY

Did you know? Wandsworth is home to the historic Ram Brewery, which dates back to the 16th century and played a key role in London’s brewing industry. Today, the site has been redeveloped into a vibrant destination with new homes, shops, and restaurants while preserving its rich heritage.

Wandsworth, a thriving borough in South West London, offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and modern city living. With its riverside setting along the Thames, green spaces like Wandsworth Common, and excellent amenities, it remains one of London’s most desirable places to live and explore.

OUR FAVOURITE PARTS

Places of Interest

One of Wandsworth’s most notable landmarks is Wandsworth Park, a beautiful riverside green space offering scenic walks, open lawns, and stunning views along the Thames. Nearby, King George’s Park provides a peaceful retreat with landscaped gardens, sports facilities, and a tranquil lake.

For a cultural experience, Southside Wandsworth is a lively hub with shops, restaurants, and entertainment, while The Alma and The Cat’s Back are popular historic pubs offering a taste of the area’s rich heritage. Whether you’re exploring its green spaces or enjoying its vibrant social scene, Wandsworth has something for everyone.

THE HISTORIC BOAT RACE

SHOP TIL YOU DROP

The vibrant Wandsworth High Street is a bustling destination, home to a mix of independent boutiques, cosy cafés, and diverse restaurants, making it a favourite spot for both locals and visitors. With its blend of modern retail spaces and historic charm, Wandsworth offers a unique shopping and dining experience.

Whether you’re exploring the lively Southside Shopping Centre, enjoying a riverside stroll along the Thames, or discovering hidden gems in the area’s local markets, Wandsworth perfectly balances tradition and contemporary living, making it a fantastic place to shop, dine, and explore.

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PARKGATE'S PLACES…

Chris’s Top Tips… The view from Wandsworth Bridge at sunset, looking out over the Thames towards the city skyline—simply breathtaking.

Susie’s Favourite… A relaxing afternoon at The Alma, a charming Victorian pub near Wandsworth Town station, known for its cosy atmosphere, excellent food, and great selection of drinks.

Daisy’s Go-To… Brunch at Gail’s Bakery in Wandsworth—freshly baked pastries and artisan coffee make for the perfect way to start the day.

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FOOD & DRINK

Savour the unique flavours of Wandsworth with our Food and Drink Showcase, celebrating the vibrant culinary scene that defines this dynamic London borough. From cosy cafés to stylish restaurants, immerse yourself in Wandsworth’s diverse gastronomic landscape. Explore the local dining hotspots and uncover hidden gems that make Wandsworth a must-visit destination for food lovers. Indulge in the delicious secrets waiting to be discovered in Wandsworth’s thriving food scene.

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Spacious pub with an extensive gastro menu, surrounded by a leafy beer garden

Wandsworth Heath

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Hudsons

Easygoing, family-friendly neighbourhood restaurant with outdoor seats, serving global comfort food.

113 Lower Richmond Road

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The Boathouse

Modern 3-floor pub overlooking a riverside wharf, specialising in fish, with Friday lobster menu.

32 Brewhouse Lane

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Ground Coffee Society

High-quality coffee, artisan tea, and delicious breakfasts

79 Lower Richmond Road

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Home SW15

Upmarket, international food menu & cocktails served in a modern, rustic setting.

146 Upper Richmond Road

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LIVING IN WANDSWORTH

Green Spaces

Wandsworth boasts a variety of beautiful green spaces, perfect for relaxation and outdoor activities. Wandsworth Common offers scenic walking trails, open parkland, and sports facilities, while King George’s Park provides playgrounds, tennis courts, and peaceful gardens. The River Wandle Trail is ideal for riverside walks and cycling, and nearby Putney Heath and Richmond Park offer vast green landscapes, woodland trails, and diverse wildlife. Whether you’re after a quiet retreat or an active day out, Wandsworth’s parks have something for everyone.

Wandsworth Park

Schools

Wandsworth is home to some of London’s top-performing schools, offering excellent educational opportunities for families. Notable schools include Ark Bolingbroke Academy, Emanuel School, and Burntwood School, many of which have received ‘outstanding’ ratings from Ofsted. With a mix of state and independent options, Wandsworth provides high-quality education for children of all ages. For more details on schools in the area, check the Wandsworth Borough schools directory.

Schools in Wandsworth

PROPERTY & TRANSPORT IN WANDSWORTH

Wandsworth boasts diverse architectural styles, from charming Victorian and Edwardian homes to contemporary riverside apartments and stylish new developments. The area has seen steady growth in property demand, driven by ongoing regeneration projects, excellent transport links, and its desirable blend of urban convenience and green spaces. With its proximity to the River Thames, vibrant community, and access to top-rated schools, Wandsworth remains one of South West London’s most sought-after places to live.

Real Estate in Battersea

Wandsworth is a thriving riverside district connecting various South West London neighbourhoods. With easy access to Clapham, Battersea, and Putney and swift transport links to Victoria, Waterloo, and Central London by train, tube, or bus, Wandsworth offers outstanding connectivity.

On a sunny day, Wandsworth Common and the scenic Thames Path provide the perfect setting for a stroll, cycle, or relaxing escape into nature. The area’s unique blend of urban vibrancy and tranquil green spaces makes it an exceptional place to live, work, and explore.

Are you looking to buy, sell, or rent in Wandsworth? Contact our experienced Wandsworth Estate Agent team today for expert local knowledge and exceptional service..

WANDSWORTH TRANSPORT LINKS

Wandsworth offers excellent transport links, with fast train services to Waterloo and easy access to the District Line.

WANDSWORTH AND CLAPHAM

Wandsworth Town and Clapham Junction provide fast train links to Waterloo and Victoria, with easy access to the District Line.

BUSES

Battersea has excellent bus links, including the 19, which offers a direct route to Piccadilly.

RIVERBUS

Our favourite form of transport has to be the River Bus which offers a regular service to central London.

GOOGLE REVIEWS

Twickenham Services

09:03 06 Feb 25

Great communication and customer service from Daisy makes our job much easier. Parkgate estate agents are always a pleasure to deal with.

Stuart Smallwood

11:01 03 Feb 25

Valeriya M

07:45 28 Aug 24

Thank you to the Park gate team for a smooth process, always on the spot and available to help.

Sarah Druce

13:51 06 Aug 24

It is a pleasure to work with Parkgate. They have supported us all the way through from booking our initial viewing all the way through to managing the rental we are in now. Mark Langham was so quick to help us with our application, provide feedback from landlord on our approval, and get us through the process to secure the tenancy.Jonathan is our managing agent, and he regularly check in to see how things are going and are quick to respond with any issues. They have also scheduled maintenance and painting for us and have made recommendations and advocated on our behalf to the landlord for additional maintenance and improvements.

Gergana Filipova

11:43 01 Aug 24

Mo Stenhouse

10:12 01 Aug 24

I’ve used Parkgate in Richmond for over 15 years now. They have always found excellent tenants for my properties. They never fail to be friendly, supportive and very professional. Any queries or concerns I may have are instantly responded to. Can highly recommend them.

Анна Гущесова

09:44 30 Jul 24

I cooperate with the agency as a tenant and completely pleased with the service of its agents. They are always ready to help with any property issue as soon as possible, promptly reply and react to any kind of enquiry. Special thanks to Jola for her pleasant communication style!

Erol Morgül

04:43 27 Jul 24

We purchased a house recently with Parkgate by a perfect service. I was in contact with Jonathan and Klaudia who are really professionals. They were easy to reach, fast acting and especially fair and honest. They were so straight forward that we managed the completion within a very short period. I reached them so easy whenever I need to talk over the phone or in person. I will never forget Klaudia’s good luck to us at the first viewing of property. We decided to buy at that first day and all was done so fast. They carried out all paper works so smooth and clear. I would highly recommend Parkgate. Thanks again to Jonathan and Klaudia.

KGuys Guys

18:14 26 Jul 24

I live in St Margarets road Parkgate is the one of the absolute greatest estate agents. I’d like to thank you to Susie and Jola for all your help these past few months. Your hard work helped me to get my dream home, and I couldn’t be more grateful or excited about milestone. Thank you again for all your care and attention. You guys are the best!

Ben Shore

17:00 26 Jul 24

Really pleased with Parkgate. They manage my flat in Richmond. Because they’re local they actually visit the flat regularly and use trusted local suppliers to deal with issues / maintenance etc. I find they are a reliable and easy agency to deal with, which reduces stress. Strongly recommend!

Emre Ovacık

08:38 01 Sep 23

Very responsive, informative and always kind people. We didn’t have much time, but they helped us with creating some time in their agenda and squeezing us in. We rented our place just in time, thanks to them.

Branka Obradovic

12:21 22 Feb 23

Parkgate has been my agent of choice for a number of years now and has secured good tenants for my properties. They are hard working, respond in a timely manner and best of all are always friendly rather than aggressive or overbearing, which is the case with many of their competitors.

Jorge Rodriguez

15:01 02 Feb 23

Excellent service throughout.We rented a property that they manage for 4 years.Parkgate team is very professional and approachable. Way better than dealing with a big agency, they offer a more personal approach, always available and willing to solve any issues.From the tenancy agreement to handing the property back, it has been a real pleasure working with them.

Catherine Brown

12:16 30 Aug 22

I have had an eight year relationship with Parkgate, in fact they originally sold my flat to me 12 years ago in Putney. Their service and professionalism is unrivalled. They managed the leasing of my flat from 2014 and assisted me to negotiate the successful sale just now in 2022. Chris has been there throughout with an open door and no request too trivial to assist. Klaudia negotiated my sale and worked with amazing tenacity throughout. I would not hesitate to recommend Parkgate to anyone in the Putney/Richmond area, they know their stuff.

Ali Champkins

10:16 31 Jan 22

We have had a wonderful experience with Parkgate and would highly recommend them. Chris was brilliant on the valuation – what we liked is he was totally honest about our chances of selling and gave us the positives and negatives about our property (such as facing a council estate!). Other agents tend to just gush over the good bits which is great, but actually not that helpful.The selling process was great – we were given good feedback from the viewings and got the price we wanted within about 8 weeks.We really have nothing but praise for Klaudia and Chris, it’s been really enjoyable, easy and stress free and we will be recommending Parkgate to all our friends in the area and our building.***** Thank you! *****