Clerkenwell
The Angel and Islington Green – Islington developed on both sides of the Great North Road. As a result, it was a popular stopping-off place for those travelling to and from London. It was also on the route of the New River which was built in the early 17th century to bring fresh water to London. Islington developed on both sides of the Great North Road. As a result, it was a popular stopping-off place for those travelling to and from London. It was also on the route of the New River which was built in the early 17th century to bring fresh water to London.
Highbury and Canonbury – This walk goes deep into Islington, the home of 16th century churchmen, the route of the New River which brought fresh water to London in the early 17th century and includes many grand 18th and 19th century terraces.