10 Things to Do in London for Under £10
If you had £10 to spend in London, what would you spend it on? Laughable as prices are these days, the city is surprisingly home to a lot of cheap and cheerful venues and activities - you just have to know where to find them. With a tenner in our pockets, we’ve scouted out ten of the best, from Shakespearian plays to London’s cheapest pint. And if you find yourself penny pinching in the lead up to payday? No stress, simply check out the Bindy Street app for more budget friendly things to do in London, pronto.
1. Shakespeare’s Globe
Catch a play for £5...
Delve into an authentic Shakespearian play at The Globe for just £5 - as long as you’re happy to stand (we promise you’ll get the best view in the house). The Bard’s dreamiest, brawliest, and goriest moments were designed to drive the audience wild, and 2023 is no exception. Experience the whimsical A Midsummer's Night Dream or charming As You Like It underneath the open sky and watch the drama unfold a mere arms-length from the stage. Just remember to pack a waterproof jacket in case the heavens decide to open up, this is Britain after all.
Location: 21 New Globe Walk, London SE1 9DT
2. Rowans Tenpin Bowl
Take part in a retro game of bowling…
Rowans Bowling has become a staple in North London’s entertainment scene since switching on its iconic neon sign in 1988, with an impressive 24 lanes to get your game on. For many London locals, it’s a nostalgic experience packed out with a retro arcade, 80’s karaoke, and classic pool tables. But it’s also popular with the next gen too, with DJ sessions on weekends for a boogie, affordable pitchers of beer and big screens for live sport events. Better yet, each game costs a cheap and cheerful £9 - during peak times, no less - so we recommend booking in advance to avoid missing out.
Location: 10 Stroud Green Rd, Finsbury Park, London N4 2DF
3. Rasa N16
If you fancy dining out…
What if we told you that you can eat in a restaurant where every single dish costs under £10? Situated on Stoke Newington’s high street, Rasa N16 has positively crashed into London’s cheap eats scene, with an award-winning vegetarian menu that offers sensual curries, unique snacks, exotic lemon rice, and spicy dosas. Set in a cosy and very pink venue, with an authentic appreciation for the planet, wellbeing, and Kerala-inspired dining, it’s hard to not be enchanted - inside and out.
Location: 55 Stoke Newington Church St, London N16 0AR
4. Wapping Tavern
Play darts, pool, table tennis and more…
From the outside, The Wapping Tavern looks like the perfect place to grab a pint, but walk through its doors and you’ll find a sports wonderland. Whether you're a darts lover or an avid table tennis player, each game costs under £10 - so there's no excuse to not head downstairs and put your skills to the test. Pints wise, you can choose from an impressive 25 beers on tap with each one costing £6.45. Who can say no to that?
Location: 78-80 Wapping Ln, London E1W 2RT
5. Draughts, Hackney
Get your (board) game on…
What’s better than sitting inside a historic, Grade II venue with a refreshing tipple? Sitting in one of seven modern, interlocked spaces whilst you challenge your loved ones to a game of Monopoly or shuffleboard without spending a fortune. Like its sister venue in Waterloo, Draughts is home to a wide selection of board games to get stuck into, meanwhile the kitchen serves delicious cheeseburgers, loaded nachos, and craft beers on the chance you do feel like forking out.
Location: 41 Kingsland High St, London E8 2JS
6. The Captain Kidd
Drink one of the cheapest pints in London…
These days, it’s pretty impossible to find a crisp, cold beer that won’t cost an arm and a leg. That is until you stumble across The Captain Kidd in Wapping, who are pulling a pint of Sam Smiths Alpine Lager for under £5 (please form an orderly queue, ladies and gentlemen). The pub itself is pretty scenic too, set in a Grade II listed building which was once home to a coffee warehouse, alongside a lovely outdoor terrace with views of Canary Wharf and the Docklands - it’s a win-win situation if you ask us.
Location: 108 Wapping High St, London E1W 2NE
7. Cuppacha Bubble Tea
Enjoy a different kind of bubbly in Chinatown…
Located in central Chinatown, Cuppacha Bubble Tea specialises in organic bubble teas with an impressive dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan menu. There’s little wonder it’s become a popular cheap-spot with Londoners and tourists alike, offering delicious flavours from classic matcha and taro milk tea with chewy tapioca pearls, to an unconventional ‘ombre’ combination of fruit tea.
Location: 23 Newport Ct, London WC2H 7JS
8. Mr Bao, Peckham
Tuck into the best steamed buns in town…
Situated in the heart of Peckham, Mr Bao is serving, you guessed it, glorious steamed buns from mouth-watering Shitake Mushroom to Beef Brisket. Each one will set you back a reasonable £4, perfect for a light and tasty lunch whilst you catch up with a friend or two - unless you feel like splashing the cash on the rest of their Asian-inspired menu (no judgement here).
Location: 293-295 Rye Ln, London SE15 4UA
9. Buzz Bingo
Play to win in a historic bingo hall…
If you're not already heading to Tooting's historic, art deco cinema-turned-hall for the grand gothic arches, intricate wood carvings, and delicate paintings, then why not try your luck in a game of Buzz Bingo, where you can sign-up for under a tenner. You might want to take advantage of their affordably priced bar, too.
Location: 50 Mitcham Rd, London SW17 9NA
10. Peckhamplex
Catch all the latest movies…
Peckhamplex cinema might have an unassuming exterior, but this hidden gem is offering tickets to the latest blockbuster and art-house films for £5 all day, everyday - making a movie marathon all the more appealing. Barbenheimer, anyone?
Location: 95A Rye Ln, London SE15 4ST
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