How to Explore London’s Picturesque Village Hubs, According to Locals

London may have a reputation for moving at full tilt, but slip down the right side street and it quickly takes on a whole new personality. In pockets like Marylebone Village and Hampstead, the capital trades its edge for cobblestones and shopkeepers who remember your name – and coffee order.

Guided by locals who know these streets best – from cheesemongers and booksellers to restaurateurs – here’s how to best spend your time in the city’s most charming village…