Top Things to See and Do in Fulham, London

Supporters and fans of the beautiful game will love the award-winning Stamford Bridge stadium tour and museum. The tour guides live and breathe this football club; they are brimming with facts as they enthusiastically share its story from 1905. You’ll be taken through the dressing room, press room and players’ tunnel, plus see medals and boots from the past. Don’t miss the Trophy Room, which includes the 2012 UEFA Champions League cup.

A firm fixture on the London art scene, Plus One Gallery was established in 2001 by Colin Pettit and Maggie Bollaert, the Fulham location being its third incarnation. The gallery is dedicated to the development of British and international contemporary hyperrealism, a genre of art resembling a high-resolution photograph. The exhibition programme includes still lifes, urban landscapes and human portraits.

THOY, as it’s known locally, is a gorgeous light and airy studio with classes and workshops taught by a roster of fantastic teachers who know exactly how to get the best out of newbies, long-time yogis and creaky athletes in need of a stretch. Power Flow yoga is the flagship class – a sweaty, invigorating and dynamic vinyasa practice – while yin yoga, restorative yoga and meditation sessions are also popular. Open six days a week.

Add a visit to the UK’s first urban winery to your list – but blink and you may miss it. The winery is tucked away down a narrow alleyway in an old Victorian warehouse, which was once a gin distillery. Inside, you’ll find state-of-the-art winemaking facilities. London Cru was started-up by Cliff Roberson in 2013. It’s now on the wine lists of numerous Michelin-star restaurants in London and beyond. Enjoy wine tastings and regular events in this unique setting.

This little independent restaurant is British to its core and defined by the simple pleasures in life, such as a slice of delicious homemade cake or a decent cup of coffee. The menu is curated with seasonality, quality and provenance in mind using the best available local produce. Choose a seat inside, on the sun-dappled terrace or order takeaway. The cafe is dog-friendly, and the herby pea, chard, leek and feta fritters with poached eggs is a winner.

Home to one of the city’s most important botanic gardens and the former residence of 133 bishops of London, Fulham Palace boasts a rich history. Queen Elizabeth I was guest of honour here at a lavish banquet in 1601. It’s surrounded by 13 acres (5ha) of beautiful walled gardens, full of beautiful flowers and trees – including Britain’s oldest holm oak. Take a tour of the palace and grounds, before making a pit stop in the café for tea and cake.

Green open space is something London does very well. Eel Brook Common is a tranquil space where you can rub shoulders with locals, away from the busy city centre. Look out for the bandstand built in 1894, cricket and football pitches provided in 1921 as well as two tennis courts. The restaurant, Miski Lebanese Dining & Bar, is a real gem, set inside a striking glass building. Expect a menu of high-end Mediterranean dishes.

Popping into the Circa Vintage shop means entering a genuine Pandora’s chest – a room full of rare and one-of-a-kind vintage dresses, coats and accessories. Think original 1950s Christian Dior dresses (fetching thousands of pounds) to 1920s cloche hats. Not only does it sell classic outfits in perfect condition, it also boasts a top alteration and repair service, where experts restore clothes that you cannot simply consign to the bin.