Camden
Chalcot Square
Candy-coloured houses near Primrose Hill
Photo: No Swan So Fine / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Nearest Station
- Chalk FarmAbout 7 min walk
- Best Time
- Morning / DaytimeThe light is soft in the morning; as it's residential, keep shoots short and at quiet times.
Best Shot
Great for vertical · 9:16Suggested composition at Chalcot Square
- Where to stand
- From near the centre of the square, looking at one side lined with houses in different colours.
- Composition
- Frame two or three pastel houses head-on and stand your subject on the pavement to make the most of the colour contrast.
Tips
- These are private homes — don't use or block front steps and doors
- Respect residents' privacy and keep the noise down
- Avoid shooting in large groups
Overview
A residential square near Primrose Hill surrounded by pink, yellow and pale-blue pastel houses. It's quieter than Notting Hill, so you can calmly shoot fashion content against the colourful houses.
- Pastel houses around the square
- A quieter hidden gem than Notting Hill
- Easy to combine with Primrose Hill
Creator Information
- Area
- Camden
- Nearest Station
- Chalk FarmNorthern
- Walking Time
- About 7 min walk
- Best For
- Instagram / Fashion / Lifestyle
- Best Time
- Morning / DaytimeThe light is soft in the morning; as it's residential, keep shoots short and at quiet times.
- Indoor / Outdoor
- Outdoor
- Free / Paid
- FreeFree (public road)
- Rain Friendly
- Best in fair weather
- Filming Permission
- Handheld shooting is commonThis is a public road in a residential area. Personal handheld shooting is common, but please be considerate to residents. Commercial filming may need to be checked with the local council.Read the filming permission guide
Nearest stations, prices, opening hours and filming rules may change. This information is currently being verified. Please check official sources before you go.
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