People sleep on South London. Don’t. Brixton Village and the streets around Herne Hill are quiet goldmines.
The vintage shops in Brixton are loud and fun, but the actual charity shops? They’re understocked because locals are smart. You’ll find amazing vinyl records and weird 80s homeware.
Herne Hill’s Oxfam has a book section that rivals a small library. I’m not joking. First editions for 50p. It’s a dangerous place for a bibliophile.
Pro tip
South London shops close earlier than central—often by 5:30 PM. Plan your route. And bring cash. Some tiny shops still don’t take cards. Very vintage.
