Wikipedia gives us the quick following overview of the area: “ New Cross is an area in south-east London, England, 4.5 miles (7.2 km) south-east of Charing Cross in the London Borough of Lewisham and the SE14 postcode district. New Cross is near St Johns, Telegraph Hill, Nunhead, Peckham, Brockley, Deptford and Greenwich, and home to Goldsmiths, University of London, Haberdashers’ Hatcham College and Addey and Stanhope School. “
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Things that make us love New Cross Gate
What makes the heart of New Cross Gate? At Cozee we asked ourselves what would define the culture, the vibe of a given area. We have come up with the following elements so whether you are a foodie or a night bird, we got you covered. Check out the different restaurants, pubs, gym that exist in New Cross Gate to help you decide to move in there.
Museums & Galleries
The vitality of a region is shaped by its residents who live, work, and engage with one another. Exploring an area through art offers a fresh perspective. If you’re considering relocating to New Cross Gate, we highly suggest exploring the local galleries, museums, and cultural establishments. These venues offer delightful experiences, especially on weekends.
| Museum name Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor Pearce Restoration Services Ltd | Fishers Court, Besson Street, London | 5 | 2 |
| Goldsmiths Centre for Contemporary Art | Saint James’s, London | 4.6 | 91 |
What type of green space is there in New Cross Gate?
Big green spaces cover the UK and London. However, it may be hard to work out just how much green space there is by just looking at a map. Here is a table below that shows you the green space of New Cross Gate in more detail.
| Park Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eckington Gardens | 23B Casella Road, London | 3.9 | 147 |
| New Cross Gate Cutting | 4 Vesta Road, London | 4.4 | 61 |
| Deptford Borough War Memorial | Corner of Lewisham Way and Upper Brockley Road, Lewisham Way, London | 4.8 | 6 |
| Borough of Deptford Memorial Gardens | 239 Lewisham Way, London | 4.8 | 17 |
| Bridgehouse Meadows | Lovelinch Close, London | 4.3 | 166 |
| Common Growth Community Garden | Sandbourne Road, London | 4.3 | 11 |
| Fordham Park | UK | 4.3 | 185 |
| Life sustainable gardens | Stop U, Near, Exeter Way, London | 5 | 1 |
| Royal Naval Place Allotments | Royal Naval Place, London | 4 | 1 |
| Luxmore Gardens | Luxmore Street, London | 4.7 | 32 |
| Telegraph Hill Lower Park | Kitto Road, London | 4.6 | 161 |
| Margaret McMillan Park | 54 Glenville Grove, London | 4 | 175 |
| Kender Gardens Dog Exercise Area | London | 3.6 | 5 |
| Evelyn Dog Fenced Park | 2 Clyde Street, London | 4 | 61 |
| Telegraph Hill Upper Park | Kitto Road, London | 4.6 | 1277 |
| Evelyn Green | Deptford, London | 5 | 1 |
| Montague Square Park | 51 Montague Square, London | 4.5 | 2 |
| Folkestone gardens | 51 Rolt Street, London | N/A | N/A |
| Folkestone Gardens | Parkside Business Estate, Blackhorse Road, London | 4 | 5 |
| Peckham dog Park | 39 Kitto Road, London | N/A | N/A |
Where can you buy groceries in the area
Grocery shopping is something that people do all the time, so it would make sense to want to find out where the nearest shopping centres are in your area. In New Cross Gate, Take a look at the major supermarkets nearby, so you know where to go grocery shopping if you are to make this place your home.
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Pubs in the area
As Londoners, we cherish our local pubs. New Cross Gate has some great go-to spots. From smaller, more family run chains to larger pubs like WeatherSpoons, there is a pub for everyone in the area.
| Pub name Name | Address | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Earl of Derby | 87 Dennett’s Road New Cross SE14 5LW | Tastefully refurbished Victorian corner pub taken over by Parched London in June 2023. The spacious, muted interior consists of two rooms connected by arches at each side of the bar. The front room has a semi-circular bar counter, jukebox, and a mix of high and low level seating; the rear room has mainly standard tables and chairs. There is also a large upstairs function room and outside seating to the front under large canopies. The kitchen is run by Gengelly’s with a menu focusing on pies, chargrilled meats and fish, weekly specials, and Sunday roasts using fresh & sustainable organic produce. DJ nights on Friday and Saturday. |
| Five Bells | 155 New Cross Road New Cross SE14 5DJ | This historic pub has some fine original features and is very welcoming. There’s a stage and also a table tennis table. Significantly refurbished in 2019. |
| Marquis of Granby | 322 New Cross Road New Cross SE14 6AG | A traditional, wood panelled ex Charrington’s pub with an original central island bar and an Irish influence. Local bus stops are named after this wedge shaped landmark pub. Note The House of Toby tiling outside. Serves two regular real ales and sometimes dabbles in a third one, sometimes from a local brewery enterprise. The single handpump on one counter is not operational so you’ll be served from one of the three on another side of the island bar. During term time may be very busy with students. There are several tables on the front pavement. No dogs except assistance dogs permitted. |
| New Cross House | 316 New Cross Road New Cross SE14 6AF | A pub has existed on this site since the 1600s. This spacious, airy hostelry has a traditional feel, though not many original features now remain. There is a large garden that also includes a large outbuilding that has been converted into a twin level covered drinking area with comfortable seating. An open kitchen to the rear is complemented by a traditional pizza oven. Was refurbished in September 2023 with cask ale restored. |
| New Cross Inn | 323 New Cross Road New Cross SE14 6AS | A one roomed corner pub with some lovely original signage. This is very much a music venue with a permanent performance stage but there is a good selection of real ales and ciders on the high bar. Following a refurbishment in June 2016 there is now a basement bar call ‘The Stocks Bar’ where further real ales, ciders and over 90 spirits are available along with events such as Open Mic, Karaoke, folk and games nights take place. Card Payment only. |
| Royal Albert | 460 New Cross Road New Cross SE14 6TJ | Former Antic pub now run by Portobello Brewery. Following a 2022 refurbishment and extension the bar has a brighter and fresher look with a relaxed, homely ambience. The L-shaped bar leads to a rear conservatory and open-to-view kitchen. The clientèle is a mixture of local academia, musicians and people out for an enjoyable time. A front patio offers outside drinking. Normally up to four cask ales are available, usually one or two of which are from the house brewery plus guest beers with a mainly regional focus, including from local microbreweries. Quiz on Monday evening, life drawing on Tues evening and live jazz on Sunday, plus a DJ on from time to time. The food offering includes burgers and steak. |
| Shirker’s Rest | 9 Lewisham Way New Cross SE14 6PP | Micropub-style venue opened in early June 2022 in a former solicitor’s office opposite Goldsmiths university. A joint venture between popular local bloggers Deserter and pop-up pub specialists Camberwell Shark. In addition to the ground floor bar, there is an upstairs drinking area, also hosting art exhibitions and other events showcasing local talent, plus a small outdoor seating area. 4 handpumps, usually 3 or 4 cask ales, including a house bitter from local brewers Anspach & Hobday, plus 7 craft keg beers on tap, wine and spirits. As well as bar snacks, the venue has a free delivery arrangement with a local pizzeria. Card payment only here. **Note that last orders must be placed 30 minutes before the closing times shown.** |
| Skehans | 1 Kitto Road New Cross SE14 5TW | Impressive high ceilinged Victorian corner pub with single L-shaped bar and lots of open floor space. Popular and lively with live music every evening apart from Thursday which is quiz night. Has a Thai restaurant, “Chai’s Garden”, with a separate entrance in a converted coach house at the rear. No dogs admitted. |
Restaurants in the area
New Cross Gate has a range of different places to eat. From Chinese, Indian or Italian ones, your area is vibrant with life and if you are a foodie you will surely find what you are looking for here.
| Restaurant Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amersham Arms | 388 New Cross Road, London | 4.3 | 936 |
| The New Cross House | 316 New Cross Road, London | 4.3 | 777 |
| Red Planet Pizza | 127 Lewisham Way, London | 4.3 | 56 |
| Royal Albert | 460 New Cross Road, London | 4.3 | 1049 |
| Jasmine Garden | 127 Lewisham Way, London | 4.3 | 108 |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | 199, 201 Lewisham Way, London | 4.3 | 221 |
| Perfect Fried Chicken London | 341 New Cross Road, London | 4.3 | 99 |
| Mowley’s Fried Chicken New Cross | Batavia Mews, 289 New Cross Road, London | 4.3 | 105 |
| Goldsmiths SU Bar | 10 Dixon Road, London | 4.3 | 27 |
| Bosco & Bee | London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Hong Kong City | 43 New Cross Road, London | 4.3 | 790 |
| Pizzaverde | 207 Lewisham Way, London | 4.3 | 66 |
| New Cross Best Kebab | 124 New Cross Road, London | 4.3 | 110 |
| Cinnamon | 10 Upper Brockley Road, London | 4.3 | 102 |
| Domino’s Pizza – London – New Cross | 92 New Cross Road, London | 4.3 | 300 |
| Cummin Up Caribbean Take Away and caterers | 265e New Cross Road, London | 4.3 | 180 |
| Earl of Derby | 87 Dennett’s Road, London | 4.3 | 277 |
| Happy Inn | 131 New Cross Road, London | 4.3 | 142 |
| Square Pizza | 391 New Cross Road, London | 4.3 | 145 |
| Lomond Coffee | Arch 7, Deptford Market Yard, Deptford High Street, London | 4.3 | 362 |
Gyms in New Cross Gate
While working from home has increased, so has the frequentation of gyms to help keep in shape. With companies like Better or Pure Gym and others, New Cross Gate might help you stay in shape. A great feature to have nearby.
| Gym Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Sports Centre | 32 Endell Street, London | 4.3 | 788 |
| Virgin Active | Shell-Mex House, 80 Strand, London | 4.3 | 299 |
| Gymbox Holborn | 100 High Holborn, London | 4.3 | 340 |
| Nuffield Health Covent Garden Fitness and Wellbeing Gym | 9 Endell Street, London | 4.3 | 130 |
| Fitness First | 6 Bedford Street, London | 4.3 | 345 |
| Yogarise Covent Garden – Yoga classes in Covent Garden, London | 13 Mercer Street, London | 4.3 | 62 |
| Jubilee Hall Gym | 30 The Piazza, London | 4.3 | 111 |
| Covent Garden Physiotherapy | Ground Floor, Durham House, 1 Durham House Street, London | 4.3 | 46 |
| PureGym London Waterloo | 11-15 Brad Street, London | 4.3 | 234 |
| Body Control Pilates | 35 Little Russell Street, London | 4.3 | 36 |
| The Health Club at One Aldwych | One Aldwych Hotel, 1 Aldwych, Covent Garden, London | 4.3 | 16 |
| CryoAction Limited | 71-75 Shelton Street, London | 4.3 | 1 |
| The Gym Group London Charing Cross | 17-21 Northumberland Avenue, London | 4.3 | 227 |
| Fujian White Crane Kung Fu & Tai Chi – Covent Garden & West End | Green Dragon House, 23 Stukeley Street, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Digme Fitness Covent Garden | 4-10 Tower Street, London | 4.3 | 150 |
| Boom Cycle – Holborn | 16 Procter Street, London | 4.3 | 91 |
| The Gym Group London Holborn Circus | 1 Thavies Inn, Holborn Circus, London | 4.3 | 263 |
| Central Health Physiotherapy | Quality House, 5-9 Quality Court, London | 4.3 | 299 |
| Tranquility Pilates Studio Ltd | 16-18, New Bridge Street, London | 4.3 | 5 |
| ESPA Life at Corinthia | Whitehall Place, London | 4.3 | 246 |
What type of amenities may you need in New Cross Gate?
We have compiled for you a list of the different places you might want to check in New Cross Gate name before moving in the neighbourhood.
Post offices in New Cross Gate
Looking for convenient parcel handling? Having a nearby post office is the optimal solution. Beyond standard postal services, the post offices in New Cross Gate can be found by checking out the table below.
| Post Office Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Cross Gate Post Office | 165-167, New Cross Road, London | 4 | 139 |
| Lewisham Way Post Office | 150 Lewisham Way, London | 2.4 | 100 |
| New Cross Post Office | 500 New Cross Road, London | 4.4 | 154 |
| Woodpecker community Centrr | 20 Woodpecker Road, London | 0 | 0 |
In New Cross Gate, what tube and train stations are nearby?
Most prefer transit within a 10-15 minute walk and if there aren’t public connections nearby then this could be something that takes down the price of property or can even deter people from moving in to New Cross Gate entirely. Here is a table below so you can see where these connections are for yourself.
| Train or tube station name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Cross Gate | New Cross Road, London | 3.9 | 88 |
| New Cross | New Cross station, Greater, off Amersham Vale, New Cross Road, London | 4 | 49 |
Medical institutions in New Cross Gate
New Cross Gate has 2 medical institutions. These include hospitals, doctors offices, pharmacies and other stores providing medical attention. Here are the details the nearby medical institutions (1000 radius of the area).
| Medical institution Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medico | 4bg, 17 Stanley Street, London | N/A | N/A |
| Deptford Surgery | 502-504 New Cross Road, London | 4.1 | 242 |
What schools are in the area of New Cross Gate?
Having a nearby school is ideal when relocating. Below is a list of schools located within New Cross Gate
| School Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haberdashers’ Hatcham Primary | Hunsdon Road, London | 4.6 | 14 |
| Haberdashers’ Hatcham College (Pepys Road site) | 135 Pepys Road, London | 3.4 | 37 |
| CTK Aquinas Sixth Form | Sprules Road, London | 4.3 | 28 |
| Hoopblast Ltd | The Moonshot Centre, New Cross, London | N/A | N/A |
| Loring Hall Office | London | 4 | 1 |
| New Cross & Deptford Families First | St James Family Learning Centre, 11-15, London | N/A | N/A |
| Trinity Laban: Musical Theatre Department | Laurie Grove, London | 4.5 | 8 |
| Goldsmiths College Nursery | 30 Lewisham Way, London | 4.8 | 5 |
| LEYF – Playhouse Nursery & Pre-School | Moonshot Centre, Angus Street, London | 4.5 | 6 |
| London School of Information Technology | astra house, 23-25 Arklow Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| LEYF – New Cross Nursery & Pre-School | 75 Amersham Road, London | 4.8 | 8 |
| Niomi O’Rourke Voice & Piano Tuition | 2 Alpha Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| Slb | 76 Waller Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| Shirley Stewart’s Pottery Courses | Lewisham Arthouse, 140 Lewisham Way, London | 4.2 | 5 |
| Bebright Bunnies Nursery Brockley | Kitto Road, London | 5 | 3 |
| Deptford Green School | 61 Edward Street, London | 3.9 | 19 |
| Excel Centres – New Cross | 257 New Cross Road, London | 4 | 12 |
| St James Hatcham CE School | Saint James’s, London | 4.3 | 7 |
| Little Gems Day Nursery | Clare Road, London | 4.5 | 13 |
| Edmund Waller Primary School | 86a Waller Road, London | 5 | 8 |
What to do in the area of New Cross Gate
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Last Updated on March 26, 2026