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Hampstead attractions
If you feel like freshening up, you can take a dip in the various swimming ponds. In the evening, you can head out to the Hampstead Theatre for exciting shows or enjoy luxurious cinema shows at the Everyman.
Location
This capital is found in district of South Hampstead in northwest London. This district forms a part of London Borough of Camden. It is bordered by West End Lane, Fitzjohn's avenue, Belsize Avenue, Finchley Road, Broadhurst Gardens and Nutley Terrace.
Transport
Moving around Hampton is made easy with the Swiss Cottage and Finchley Road stations found on the Jubilee Line. These link you to the Canary Wharf, South bank and the West End. You can also get through to Euston via the South Hampstead overground station.
Property in the area
The community is made up of a young group that was attracted to the place because of the good value from the property. Head to Canfield gardens to view some of the Victorian style houses available or select one of the apartments located around Langtry walk.
A world of choice at the Heath
The heath boasts of a wild, undulating terrain which clearly portrays the untamed side on Hampstead. With 791 acres of heath at your disposal, you will enjoy a mixture of woodland, swimming ponds, playing fields and meadows. A large number of films, poems and books have been written with inspiration from this place. Kite flyers head to Parliament Hill to take advantage of the breeze while those in need of a swim will head to the various ponds.
For the art lovers
Kenwood house, remodeled between 1764 and 1773 by Robert Adam, is a favorite destination for those who love paintings and eighteenth century furniture. Go here to check out the 'Countess Howe' by Gainsborough, 'The Guitar Player' by Vermeer and a self-portrait by Rembrandt.as If this is not enough, the house is set among beautiful grounds and is found at the top of the Heath. This house is now under repairs and will be open to the public in the autumn of 2013.
Go for a cool swim
The swimming ponds came due to damming off of clay pits. These are managed by the City of London Corporation that protects against flooding. The pools come in three varieties, one for men, and another for women and the third for mixed groups. The ponds for the different genders are open throughout the year but the mixed pond has some restriction during winter. At this time, you will use the pond only if you are a member of the Hampstead Heath Winter Swimming Club. This water maintains a cool temperature even during summer
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