Clapham is now recognised as one of the best places to live south of the Thames and its scene is one of the best in London; a fine selection of established bars and restaurants with interesting, new places opening up all the time; the Clapham Picture House shows mainstream and art-house movies in a wonderful converted warehouse; the High Street bustles day and night; Clapham Old Town provides a more tempered evening out; Clapham Common's vast open spaces cater for fitness freaks, chill-out Sundays and even music festivals.

Brixton's legendary nightlife and the more sedate brasserie scene of Battersea are both within walking distance.