Lettings Specialist, Omair Adnan, highlights why Wimbledon is a fantastic place to live. Read on to learn more about the amenities on offer...
Welcome to Wimbledon, SW19. The post code is famous the world over for the world’s most iconic annual tennis tournament. A beautiful part of South London in the borough of Merton, lying south of the River Thames and a few miles north of the Surrey border. Wimbledon has a lot to boast about including some of the best parks and schools in London, perfect for a single person or for a family to call home.
Wimbledon combines urban convenience with a rural feel. There are quick and easy connections to central London. Wimbledon is the only station in the capital that interlinks National Rail, London Underground and Tramlink. It is also just a 40 minute drive to Heathrow and 50 mins to Gatwick by train.
Those who enjoy nature will find Wimbledon has an array of beautiful parks and open spaces perfect for a casual stroll or picnic with family and friends. Wimbledon and Putney Commons merge on the hill above their respective towns and add up to over 1000 acres of woods, plain and heathland. This is common land for everyone to enjoy whether walking, cycling, riding horses, playing golf or dozing in the sunshine.
Wimbledon has some of south west London's best schools at all levels, and in the state and independent sectors. The great choice of top quality schooling make Wimbledon an attractive proposition for families.
Living in Wimbledon means you’ll experience plenty of opportunities to stay fit and healthy. An abundance of green space to jog, walk or cycle. Outdoor activities include tennis clubs, golf courses, horse riding or sailing. With plenty of fitness centres there is enough for everyone to find their niche.
The area possesses a wonderful balance of boutique stores and high street chains. In the beautiful setting of Wimbledon Village you can find independent delis and home décor stores too, a wonderful combination. The same is true for the restaurants, cafes and pubs in the area and pretty locations such as The Ivy Cafe and Megans are a wonderful place to begin weekends. A global selection of eateries can be found on the Broadway and Wimbledon Hill Road, spoilt for choice!
Tennis
It can’t be about Wimbledon without a special mention of the Tennis Championships. For 2 weeks every July all turn to Wimbledon, the only Grand Slam title to be contested on grass courts. It is the oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament in the world. The tennis creates a unique vibe in for 2 weeks and there’s even a screen in the town centre for those who want to share the excitement with fellow fans.
To summarise, Wimbledon is up there amongst the nicest areas to live in London. It offers a unique blend of urban and rural living. In a prime location, with green open spaces, culturally rich, excellent facilities for raising a family make it a brilliant choice for individuals and families after a superior living experience.
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