Buckle Street Studios by Locke | Area Guide

Work trip or fun vacay. Whatever brings you to town, here are the best things to do in Aldgate.

There are endless landmarks and things to do just a short stroll away from your Aldgate base.

Welcome to your new neighbourhood: Aldgate. Ideally placed between The City and East London's hotspots, you're within easy reach of Central London and all the things to do near Barbican, Shoreditch, and Spitalfields Market.

Things to do in Aldgate.

Discover East London's best-kept secret.

Old London is in the air, but you'll find contemporary charm around every corner. Based near Barbican, Shoreditch and Spitalfields Market, there are endless things to do in Aldgate and the surrounding areas.

The Barbican
A performing arts centre in the famous Barbican Estate hosting music concerts, theatre performances, film screenings and art exhibitions.
Brick Lane
Famous for being home to some of the city's best curry houses – plus markets, boutiques, galleries, and two of the best-known bagel shops in town.
Shoreditch High Street
The epicentre of East London-cool. Find hip boutiques, delicious eats, inviting bars, and cosy pubs.
Spitalfields Market
Discover independent makers and street food traders serving flavours from all over the world.
Tobacco Docks
Unique event space in a Grade I-listed warehouse hosting anything from food festivals to live music.
Tower Bridge
One of London's most iconic landmarks, offering panoramic views of the city from a unique perspective.
Tower of London
One of London's four UNESCO World Heritage Sites, home to the Crown Jewels and a whole lot of history.
Whitechapel gallery
One of London's four UNESCO World Heritage Sites, home to the Crown Jewels and a whole lot of history.

Restaurants and bars in Aldgate and beyond.

Where to eat and drink near Aldgate.

East London's beauty lies in its diversity. Grab breakfast at a local café, or treat yourself to a tasting menu at a Michelin-star restaurant. Drink refreshing pints of beer in an East End pub, or savour artfully crafted cocktails. Whatever your mood, you're bound to find plenty of things to do near Shoreditch, Barbican and Spitalfields Market.

Black Sheep Coffee
2 Leman St, London E1 8FA
Innovators in the coffee industry with branches at Aldgate East and Aldgate.
0.1 miles, 3 mins' walk
Crispin
Pavilion on The Corner, White's Row, E1 7NF
All day café and wine bar serving seasonal small plates in a minimalist dining room.
0.4 miles, 9 mins' walk
Dom's Subs
22 Bevis Marks, London EC3A 7JB
An 'if you know, you know' spot. Sandwich specialists serving up stuffed rolls with ingredients like Italian meats, provolone and more.
0.5 miles, 11 mins' walk
Smoking Goat
64 Shoreditch High St, London E1 6JJ
Laid-back, Bangkok-inspired restaurant serving cocktails plus Thai BBQ and seafood dishes.
0.8 miles, 17 mins' walk
Xi'an Biang Biang Noodles
62 Commercial St, London E1 7AL
Hand-pulled noodles, sour and spicy soups and crunchy greens in garlic sauce. Fare from the Shaanxi Province in Northern China.
0.2 miles, 5 mins' walk

Every Wednesday

Leman Locke

5K Running Club

Lace up your running shoes and join us for a 5K around the Aldgate neighbourhood.

Various dates

Buckle Street Mezzanine

Between the Covers: Book Club

Monthly Book Club get-together to chat about Leman’s book of the month.

First Tuesday of every month

Undercroft at Leman Locke

Top Up Truck x Locke

The Refill Store that floats to your door. Top up on all your essentials.

Friday 18th February

Buckle Street Studios

SHAG Open Mic Night

Calling all writers, poets, performers and people with something to say. Shag is hosting an evening of showcasing creative writing.

View events.

The best East London restaurants you shouldn’t miss.

East London’s got a serious reputation for innovative eats from posh chicken shops to seasonal street food. As well as clever new restaurants opening almost every week.

Celebrating Locke's artistic community.

2023 celebrates the 20th anniversary of Frieze London with a focus on highlighting up-and-coming artists and more recent galleries. We delve into art near our London Lockes and how we support artists.

My Aldgate: local living in East London.

For our next stop in re-discovering and celebrating all things London, we visited Aldgate with House Host Riley - home to both Leman Locke and Buckle Street Studios.

London Design Festival: Delving into the design of our London properties.

We’ve officially partnered with London Design Festival to celebrate our home city as a world-leader in art and design. Delving into our own unique Locke designs and breaking down their themes.