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Park
Max Roach Park
A small neighbourhood park in Brixton, named after the American jazz drummer Max Roach.
A mini guide to
Brixton
Brixton Market, music and Caribbean food
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1 / 10Welcome to the neighbourhood
Brixton Market, music and Caribbean food
Brixton is one of south London's liveliest neighbourhoods, with Brixton Village and Market Row, street food, record shops and a long musical history. The O2 Academy Brixton hosts concerts, and Brockwell Park and its Lido are a short walk away.
Its Caribbean heritage runs through the food, music and culture.
Highlights
Start here
If you only have a few hours, these are good places to begin.
Market
Electric Avenue
A market street that was among the first in London lit by electricity, later the title of Eddy Grant's 1983 hit.
Museum
Black Cultural Archive
A national heritage centre for Black British history, with exhibitions and an archive on Windrush Square.
Directions Website Report a problem with Black Cultural Archive
Department store
Morleys
A local department store in central Brixton.
Windmill
Brixton Windmill
Restored windmill on Brixton Hill with an education centre and gardens.
Park
Brockwell Park
Large Lambeth park on the edge of Herne Hill, with a lido and a walled garden.
Find your way
On the map
The map shows Brixton and the streets around it. The Getting there page lists the nearest stations and how to reach the area.
Insider tips
Before you go
1
Food stalls
Brixton Village and Market Row are best for a casual lunch.
2
Evenings
The area comes alive in the evening, especially at weekends.
3
Brockwell Lido
Brockwell Park's Lido is a popular outdoor swimming spot.
4
Victoria line
The Victoria line is the fastest way into central London.
Tips from the Britlens editors
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