Free kids workshops with Little Angel Theatre

Mini Japanese Dishes at Wagamama

Start your culinary adventure with Wagamama’s mini Japanese dishes. Packed full of goodness and bursting with flavors, these dishes are sure to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters.

Crazy Golf Fun at Birdies

Take a swing at some crazy golf fun at Birdies! For just £8, you can enjoy crazy golf tickets plus a free soft drink. It’s the perfect way to spend an afternoon with the family.

Kids Eat Free at Northwood Sports Pub & Kitchen

Hungry after all the activities? Discover Northwood’s Kids eat free deal with the purchase of a full-priced adult meal. Take your pick from freshly made pizza, burgers, fish n chips or a simple pasta with tomato sauce or butter & parmesan. For dessert there’s Pip Organic fruit ice squeezers, ice cream or sticky toffee pudding, all washed down with a delicious Pip Organic juice.

Catch the latest blockbusters at VUE from just £2.49

Round off your day with some big screen entertainment at Vue’s Mini Mornings. With tickets starting from just £2.49 for both adult and child, it’s an affordable way to experience the latest movies with the whole family.

With such a variety of activities and offers available, Angel Central is the ultimate destination for family fun during the school holidays. Don’t miss out on the excitement — come and join in the fun today!

Film lovers in Islington will soon be able to experience the latest upgrades in big screen entertainment as Vue Islington announces its major refurbishment project is scheduled to reach completion in early 2024.

The 10-screen site located in the heart of Islington is seeing significant investment and undergoing a comprehensive refit that once complete will transform the site into a full recliner seating venue complete with a refurbished foyer incorporating the latest Coke Freestyle, Lavazza Coffee and Tango Ice Blast machines.

Set within Islington’s Angel Central, the eagerly awaited refurbishment will transform Vue Islington, with 788 luxury leather recliner seats that are capable of reclining fully back and come complete with a fold away tray and cup holder.

Customers can also enjoy improvements to the foyer, concourse and toilets areas, along with new digital displays that will showcase all of the latest blockbusters and promotional material in all their glory.

Manuk Asatryan, General Manager of Vue Islington, said: “We look forward to unveiling our new look site in the new year, showcasing the luxury refurb that has been underway.

“Our customers can expect to enjoy the very best in big screen entertainment including the latest blockbusters, classic titles and the best in live music, sport and theatre, all while they sit back and relax in our signature recliner seating. We look forward to reflecting the continually improving leisure offering here in Islington with these upgrades and providing even more reason to spend a day in the area.”

Louisa Butters, Head of Retail Asset Management UK at CBRE Investment Management, owners of Angel Central, added: “The co-investment to transform the Vue cinema is great news for the Angel Central community. The high quality, state-of-the-art experience being created will provide even more reasons to visit the centre, and complements the recent new additions to Angel Central’s offer and our significant investment in its refurbishment.”

Calling all lovebirds and friends gearing up for Valentine’s Day! With the big day just around the corner, we’ve got all the ingredients for a perfect Valentine’s celebration. Whether you’re planning a low-key date night or searching for the perfect gift, we’ve got you covered this Valentine’s Day at Angel Central.

Crazy Golf & Love Bug Cocktails at Birdies

Valentine’s Day Collection at Hotel Chocolat

Give a gift that says more than Happy Valentine’s Day. You know the ones. They know just what to say. They offer you their last chocolate. We all have those people who lift us up, make us smile. This year, give them a gift that says more than Happy Valentine’s Day; a gift from Hotel Chocolat that shows them what they mean to you.

Watch Mean Girls this Galentine’s Day at VUE

From the comedic mind of Tina Fey comes a new twist on the modern classic, MEAN GIRLS. New student Cady Heron (Angourie Rice) is welcomed into the top of the social food chain by the elite group of popular girls called “The Plastics,” ruled by the conniving queen bee Regina George (Reneé Rapp) and her minions Gretchen (Bebe Wood) and Karen (Avantika). This new film at VUE Islington is the perfect screening for you and your gal pals this Galentine’s Day.

Enjoy Cocktails & Nacho Wednesdays at Northwood Sports Pub & Kitchen

Dive into nacho heaven every Wednesday at Northwood! Enjoy completely unlimited nachos for just £5 from 7-9pm. Why not make a meal out of it and treat yourself to Northwood’s scrumptious cocktails during their unmissable Happy Hour? You can find out more here.

Valentine’s Day Gifts by Rituals

Life isn’t perfect, but love can come pretty close. The essence of all good things, it’s the glue that connects us all. Celebrate its infinite power and share it with a gift. From your partner to your parents, spoil them silly this Valentines’ Day with Rituals.

With the New Year in full swing, our incredible community finds itself immersed in the spirit of Veganuary, a global movement encouraging individuals to embrace a plant-based lifestyle for the month of January. Nestled in the heart Islington is Angel Central, a shopping and dining haven that has become a hotspot for those seeking delectable vegan options. From the aromatic flavours of Wagamama to the health-conscious offerings at Itsu, Angel Central is the perfect place for plant-based enthusiasts and curious foodies alike.

Lion’s Mane ‘Steak’ Bulgogi at Wagamama

As we enter another year, Wagamama is inviting their guests to make small choices for big change. Whether that’s adding more movement into your day or resolving to eat more plants. And on that last one, they’ve got you covered.

To their 50% plant-based menu they welcome a new plant-powered bowl set to get even the most devout meat-eaters excited. Say hello to the new lion’s mane ‘steak’ bulgogi, available exclusively this January only.

Vegan Croissant at Pret

Whether you’re 100% plant-based, vegan-ish, or meat-free some days, Pret’s mission is to make meat-free food so good that it can be enjoyed by everyone. Who says you have to skip the treats in Veganuary? From croissants to brownies to muffins, now is the perfect time indulge in Pret’s vegan bakery at Angel Central.

Unbelievable Vegan* Sleekster by Hotel Chocolat

Everyone should be able to enjoy Hotel Chocolat’s glorious chocolate creations, with no compromises. That’s why their chocolatiers have created the Unbelievably Vegan* Sleekster. With a luxurious array of 33 unbelievably vegan* chocolates, it’s the perfect box for plant-based giftees, dark chocolate devotees, or those who just appreciate a cacao-rich, quality chocolate.

Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration has announced National Illustration Day, a new initative to celebrate the pictures that are essential to our lives and the people who make them.

To celebrate the very first National Illustration Day, Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration are setting up a pop-up illustration studio at Angel Central on Friday 24th – Sunday 26th November. Drop in and create your own illustration with Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration! No booking required, just drop in.

🗓️ Friday 24 November 2023
Drop in 11:00 – 16:00

🗓️ Saturday 25 November 2023
Drop in 12:00 – 16:00

🗓️ Sunday 26 November 2023
Drop in 12:00 – 16:00

(ID: Illustration of a big pencil with the text ‘I am an illustrator’, ‘#NationalIllustrationDay‘ and the Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration logo.)

Food, glorious food! What an incredible month we’ve had at Angel Central, celebrating a range of incredible brands and foodie favourites at this year’s Food Fest. From unique sampling experiences with local producers and award-winning brands, to inspiring workshops hosted by thought leaders and creatives, Islington has come Together in Taste this October.

And it’s not over yet! Join us this weekend for the final few days of the Angel Central Food Fest. Expect incredible tasting experiences from DIRTEA and Oakberry, local brands and small business owners at the Angel Central Sustainable Market, plus a range of foodie-focused workshops and masterclasses.

DIRTEA

DIRTEA will be offering a sampling experience in the Angel Central Piazza and an exclusive Mushroom Masterclass with DIRTEA’s co-founder, Simon Salter on Friday 27th October. DIRTEA was founded in 2021 by the Mushroom Brothers, Simon and Andrew Salter, who set out to bring mushrooms to the masses and spread the incredible benefits of fungi.

DIRTEA provides the purest and most potent adaptogenic mushroom powders and super blends on the market which can elevate focus, energy, sleep, immunity and joy! With products stocked in Selfridges, Holland and Barrett, Soho House, Planet Organic, Daylesford and Oliver Bonas, DIRTEA sits between the intersection of wellness and lifestyle.

The Angel Central Food Fest is a two week event bringing together a diverse selection of unique food and drink offerings, delicious experiences and exclusive offers, all in one place. The Great British Bake Off winner, David Atherton, will be just one of the guests joining the incredible lineup of restaurants, retailers and foodie favourites in Islington from Saturday 14^th October to Sunday 29^th October.

David Atherton will be hosting two free interactive workshops for kids at Angel Central on Tuesday 24^th October and Thursday 26^th October from 10am to 11.30am. The award-winning TV personality has a passion for healthy food and making it accessible to all. In David’s workshops, attendees will learn to draw and write their own recipes and are invited to sample a range of delicious treats.*

Angel Central will also be hosting two Sustainable Markets, creative workshops with Little Angel Theatre (27^th– 29^th October), and unique tasting experiences from local producers and national brands, including Oakberry, Fresko and Simply Roasted.

Throughout the Angel Central Food Fest, there will also be a range of exciting restaurant offers and promotions in the centre, such as Birdies, who are challenging visitors to embark on ‘The Spice is Nice Burger Challenge’. From Tuesdays to Thursdays throughout October, you can enjoy three cheeseburger sliders, each slathered in three different levels of Cheeky Burger house hot chilli sauce for £12. If you manage to eat all three within 10 minutes, you will receive a free drink!**

Adam Cummins, centre manager at Angel Central, added “For our third festival at Angel Central, we are focusing on something we all know and love, food. The aim is to bring together our local community for a fortnight of incredible food and drink. We have made all of the events free so everyone can join in on the celebrations. We’re really looking forward to a jam-packed half term in the centre, including David Atherton’s interactive kids workshops, which will encourage healthy eating and inspire children and young people to enjoy the art of food.”

Stay in the know and view our full events programme here.

*Food intolerances cannot be catered for

**Terms and Conditions apply, see in-store for detail.

We’re absolutely thrilled to have won the Gold Award and 1st Place for ‘Best Blooming Business’ in Islington In Bloom‘s 2023 awards.

This year is the 20th anniversary of Islington in Bloom. Islington is one of London’s most densely populated boroughs with the least amount of green space. Islington in Bloom’s aim is to be cleaner, greener, and healthier, and their gardening competition is a great way for the community to reimagine our shared spaces together and make this happen.

The award ceremony was a brilliant evening full of inspiring conversations with members of the community. Winners and runners up were presented with their prizes by Cllr Gary Heather, Mayor of Islington. Here’s to another incredible year for Islington!