Welcome to Earl's Court
Earl’s Court has a wealth of historic connections, desirable properties and eclectic nightlife options that ensure it never lives in the shadows of its Kensington and Chelsea neighbours. Beautiful garden squares flank some of London’s most expensive properties and sought-after homes range from flats to grand houses. With excellent transport links connecting you to wider London, exploring further afield may be tempting - but there’s much to explore on your doorstep, not least the area’s buzzing bar and restaurant scene.
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Exclusive gardens
Earl’s Court retains its early rural roots by offering residents exclusive access to green spaces and sought-after garden squares.
Creative connections
Blue plaques mark the spots where Agatha Christie, Alfred Hitchcock and Willian Yeats once lived.
Explore by foot or bike
Exploring the surrounding areas on foot or bike couldn’t be easier. Earl's Court is well connected to upmarket Chelsea, Kensington and Fulham, as well as the Thames and Hyde Park.
Earl's Court
Living in Earl’s Court puts you in the heart of a historically diverse part of London, which still retains its relaxed and leafy atmosphere today. This thriving community benefits from excellent schools, with the Ofsted-rated ‘Excellent’ Bousfield Primary School being a popular choice for young families. Transport links extend beyond the usual tube and car options. Bus links connect Earl’s Court to Baker Street, Victoria and Clapham Junction, whilst the cycle route to Charing Cross makes for a picturesque journey, taking in the beautiful spaces of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. Many of the larger period homes have been converted into attractive apartments, although plenty of original properties remain.
Earl’s Court Underground station connects residents to wider London via the District and Piccadilly lines - including Heathrow Airport, accessible in just over 30 minutes via the Piccadilly line. Paddington Station is just 13 minutes away, opening up access to the rest of the UK and international travel. With the A4 and M4 within easy reach, road connections to Heathrow make travel options convenient, whichever mode of transport you choose.
The best of Earl's Court: things to do
The Earl’s Court dining scene is abuzz with exciting options, putting global cuisine on your doorstep. Choose from chic cafés, quick and easy snack spots and fine dining to perk up a mid-week evening or treat yourself over an indulgent weekend.
Cambio De Tercio
Established in 1995, this small Spanish eatery has really dazzled Old Brompton Road with wonderful places to enjoy authentic Spanish food and grown to include a taperia, sherry bar and gin bar. The original restaurant is still considered the go-to spot in Earl’s Court and an ideal spot for a midweek lunch or post-work dinner.
Bandol
Within walking distance of Earl’s Court underground station, Bandol’s Provençale and Niçoise sharing plates focus on the French Riviera for inspiration. A sleek space for a family meal or catching up with friends.
Dolci Café
Earl’s Court Road’s Dolci Café is a pastel-hued wonder in a decidedly urban spot. Florals cover the walls, and the drinks, juices and smoothies only add to the colour chart. Instagrammable and pleasingly cheering, the food and drinks here happily match the gorgeous decor.
Many Earl’s Court pubs and bars double as venues for eating and entertainment. Evenings that start as a quick post-work drink can quickly become a night in a cocktail lounge or long, leisurely pints in a beer garden.
Hollywood Arms
There’s little this Hollywood Road pub doesn’t do well. Bar, restaurant and pub, it doubles as a place for after work drinks and an essential venue for a Sunday roast. Able to host weddings, events and parties, the Hollywood Arms also makes a welcoming nook to enjoy a quiet drink after a day exploring the local sights.
The Lillie Langtry
Part of the Hippo Inns’ stable, The Lillie Langtry still manages to retain an independent spirit that sets it apart from other London pubs. The luxe Victorian cocktail lounge is a high point - as is the art on the walls, while the rear gardens do add a certain something to summer evenings.
Over Under
By day, Over Under serves some of the best coffee in London. At night, the space undergoes a truly amazing transformation to bring top-notch cocktails to its ever-growing list of loyal customers. Whether you drop in for coffee or a cosmopolitan is up to you, but this Earl’s Court drinks spot is a must.
Entertainment comes in some unexpected venues in Earl’s Court. Pubs become theatres, restaurants provide space for live music acts and there’s even a hidden spot that serves some interactive theatre on the door.
Troubadour
Since being chosen as the spot for Bob Dylan to make his debut performance, the Troubadour has been championing grass roots music. The list of famous faces to have passed through here is impressive, whilst the fact the venue doubles as a pub and restaurant only adds to this historic space’s appeal.
Evans and Peel Detective Agency
If you like a little interactive theatre with your drinks, a night at the Evans and Peel Detective Agency blends speakeasy stylings with a little live action role play. Though half of the detective work is actually finding the bar on the Earl’s Court Road, the real reward is the innovative cocktail menu.
Finborough Theatre
This petite playhouse may only have seating room for an audience of 50, but it has hosted some of London’s most compelling dramas. A leading light in the world of fringe theatre, the Finborough Theatre sits above the Finborough Arms, a handy venue for a post-play drink.
Despite the relatively small catchment area, Earl’s Court is still home to some wonderful green spaces. Walks through the trees and gardens are a must, though there’s also a chance to take in some art in the area’s galleries.
Brompton Cemetery
For an alternative green space in Earl’s Court, Brompton Cemetery is a park that's full of history. While it may seem a sombre space for a stroll, its architectural restoration, plus new visitor centre and café, makes for a unique place to enjoy a coffee with friends.
Urban wine tasting and tour
You don't need to escape to the countryside for a winery tour and guided wine tasting. The London Cru Winery is London's first urban winery and the producer of many prestigious, award-winning wines.
Gallery 286
Painter Camilla Shivarg has beautifully renovated a sought-after period home in Earl’s Court and transformed it into an art gallery. The space now hosts grand artworks in the ground floor Red Gallery and contemporary pieces in the basement. Known as the White Gallery, plenty of light floods in from the award-winning garden.
Property in Earl's Court
Earl’s Court’s atmosphere is comparatively laid-back to it’s neighbours, which draws in a real mix of renters from far and wide. Young professionals enjoy easy links to central London, while families are attracted by the excellent schooling choices available. Properties on garden squares will always go at a premium - and with good reason.
Marsh & Parsons in the Earl's Court community
We don’t just sell and let property in London; we’re Londoners too. Engaging with our local communities is at the heart of Marsh & Parsons’ ethos and we have supported local organisations, schools, charities, businesses and community groups over the years.
Supporting local businesses
As part of our What Matters campaign, we stopped by Penny Blooms and Beans to hear more about bringing the beauty of Chelsea’s famous gardens into people’s homes. We also spoke met owners of Meson Don Felipe to talk about tapas, creating a little bit of Spain in the UK, and what they love about Central London.
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