Long famous as a thriving and friendly community in the heart of London, West Hampstead is envied for its genuine ‘village’ atmosphere. A wonderful mix of local, independent businesses creates a unique and vibrant atmosphere.
Hampstead Village, Belsize Park, Queens Park and St Johns Wood are all close by, providing the perfect Sunday walk – with the occasional stop for coffee and a treat.
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An exceptional
setting –
With three stations in its doorstep providing access to the Jubilee Line, Overground and Thameslink networks, The Clay Yard provides unrivalled access to the whole of London, and beyond. A wide selection of bus and cycle routes exist locally whilst direct connections to St Pancras for Eurostar and London’s main airports make West Hampstead a convenient choice for frequent international travellers.
Local and central –
The peace and tranquillity of The Clay Yard belies its Zone 2 location enabling its’ residents to reach Central London in only 10 minutes and providing easy access to the City, West End, Canary Wharf and all over the capital.
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At the heart of West Hampstead is West End Lane, abuzz with independent shops, cafés, patisseries, restaurants, delis, studios and salons – with few of the large chains that can so often disrupt a neighbourhood feel.
Dining out
or eating in –
Spoilt for choice with world food and whole food right on your doorstep West Hampstead provides a plethora of choice. From a laid-back brunch to fine dining every taste and occasion is catered for: authentic Italian to Lebanese mezze, vegan to Vietnamese, there is temptation on every corner.
And for dining in, the Saturday farmers market offers the best of fresh, seasonal and organic ingredients, the wide range of producers cover everything from fruit and veg to fish and flowers. Complemented by a wealth of local delis, supermarkets and specialist purveyors, perfect to top up with ingredients foraged from The Clay Yard garden.
Health, Fitness
& Fullfillment –
Complementing the private on-site gym, West Hampstead offers every kind of studio and training class that you could desire, from high-intensity training to mindful meditation.
A wide range of studios and classes to suit every technique, taste and temperament. You can also benefit from the support of local specialist practitioners in physiotherapy, osteopathy and nutrition.
Time for
a treat –
For those times when you need a little more indulgence – whether it’s a hot stone massage or an evening out, there’s plenty on offer.From nail bars to cocktail bars to cosy pubs, everyone deserves a more decadent kind of relaxation from time to time and the options are endless, both locally in West Hampstead and within easy reach in Central London.
Space to walk
& unwind –
From its own landscaped courtyard, The Clay Yard enjoys direct access to the Maygrove Peace Park, opened in 1983 it is dedicated as a symbol of peace offering a haven of nature and reflection for the community.
West Hampstead is surrounded by some of London’s most revered green spaces. In contrast to the manicured gardens of Regents Park the wilds of Hampstead Heath feature untamed terrain, woodlands and ponds and even opportunities for an open water swim! Parliament Hill offers a spectacular panorama from one of the highest natural viewpoints of London, although many would argue the views from Primrose Hill, also within easy walking distance, are second to none.
Cultural
browsing –
The neighbourhood offers plenty of opportunity to while away the hours, from browsing independent bookshops to an evening at West Hampstead Arts Club. Summer concerts at Kenwood House are a must, surrounded by an elegant landscape showcasing sculptures by Barbara Hepworth and Henry Moore.
Long synonymous with high art, soak up the character of neighbouring Hampstead with its theatres, galleries, historic sites and majestic architecture or venture a short distance to enjoy central London’s world class cultural scene.
View the apartments –
Focusing on a natural approach to living, bringing the healing properties of the natural world into our internal spaces through the considered use of light, colour, materials and texture.
Example floorplans –
Offering 1,2 or 3 bedrooms, all with either balconies, terraces or winter gardens, each apartment embraces the use of natural materials, subtle textures and finishes.