Description
History
Originally named 'Pecheham' in the 1086 Domesday Book, Peckham's history is rich, evolving from a rural area with orchards to a thriving residential hub. The 16th century witnessed its rise to wealth, serving as a crucial stop in the transportation of livestock to London markets. Key transport links, including Thomas Tilling's horse-drawn omnibus in 1861 and the rail station at Peckham Rye in 1865, stimulated residential growth, with Peckham Rye strategically preserved by a local church to maintain undeveloped common land.
Leisure & Amenities
Things to do in Peckham:
- Peckham Levels – converted multistorey car park that’s filled with all sorts of restaurants, eateries, and artistic spaces.
- PeckhamPlex Cinema
- Peckham Rye Park and Common
- Peckham Library
- The CLF Art Café in the Bussey Building
- South London Gallery – Art Gallery located between Camberwell and Peckham
- Bellenden Road - a village area situated between Peckham,Camberwell and East Dulwich. Featuring independent restaurants and boutique shops.
- Rye Lane Market – Discover food and retail shops from all over the world.
- Peckham Pulse Leisure Centre
The best restaurants/bars in Peckham:
- Artusi – Italian
- Coal Rooms Peckham
- Levan European Restaurant and Bar
- Begging Bowl – Thai Restaurant
- Ganapati South Indian restaurant
- JB's Soul Food – Jamaican restaurant
- M Manze – Oldest Pie & Mash Shop
- The Montpellier Pub
- Frank's café at Bold Tendencies
- Peckham Cellars – Bar & Bistro
Transport
- Peckham Rye station serves as a pivotal transportation hub for the
- Additionally, a comprehensive bus network connects Peckham to the rest of South London Buses to the rest of south London and to the north.
Education
Peckham is home to a diverse range of quality schools, including Mountview, one of the UK's leading drama schools. From primary to secondary education, there are a variety of options, including both state and independent schools. Peckham's commitment to academic achievement and community engagement makes it an ideal hub for families seeking educational excellence.