Islington Society

The Islington Society is a membership organisation of people who live, work or have an interest in Islington. It is a registered charity with an elected committee of officers, drawn from the membership, who manage the society.

  • Supports conservation planning work to preserve the borough’s historic fabric and individual buildings of distinction
  • Campaigns for a high standard of design in  new buildings
  • Campaigns for better public transport and for priority for people on foot, bike and public transport
  • Builds links between residents, officials and councillors
  • Organises a varied programme of events including local talks, walks and site visits
  • Produces publications that celebrate Islington’s architectural history and its social and cultural diversity
  • The Islington Society has published three books charting aspects of the social history of Islington in the twentieth century
  • Publishes neighbourhood walking trails to encourage exploration, awareness and pride of place.
  • Publishes a newsletter three times a year
  • Social events include an annual dinner, started by our founder member Harley Sherlock, and an annual pub crawl now held in memory of its founder, Bill Manley.
  • Sends representatives to advise the Council’s committees that deal with development , the environment and transport
  • Encourages best practice through awards for the best architecture in the borough in new or refurbished buildings
  • Is represented on the London Forum of Civic and Amenity Societies which takes up cross- borough issues of concern
  • Is a member of the Civic Trust

Who to contact

E-mail
info@islingtonsociety.org.uk
Website
www.islingtonsociety.org.uk
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Location

Name of venue
Resource for London
Address
356 Holloway Road
London
Postcode
N7 6PA

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