The Greek Community in London: A Practical Guide

London is home to one of the largest Greek and Greek Cypriot communities outside Greece and Cyprus. Whether you have just arrived or have lived here for years, this guide brings together everything you need: Greek businesses and professionals, schools, churches, the consulate, Greek media and where to meet other Greeks.

Where Greeks live in London

The Greek Cypriot community has deep roots in North London, especially Palmers Green, Wood Green, Southgate and Winchmore Hill, where you will find Greek bakeries, supermarkets and tavernas on many high streets. Newer arrivals from Greece are spread across the whole city.

Greek businesses and professionals in London

Greek List is the UK’s largest directory of Greek businesses, listing hundreds of Greek owned businesses and professionals across the UK. Popular guides:

• Greek doctors in London
• Greek dentists in London
• Greek lawyers and solicitors in the UK
• Greek notary offices in the UK
• Greek accountants in London
• Greek architects and renovators
• Greek beauty and fitness services
• Μεταφορικές Αγγλία Ελλάδα

Greek food in London

• Greek supermarkets and delis
• Greek bakeries
• Greek restaurants
• Freddo espresso and cappuccino
• Greek coffee in London

Greek schools and language classes

Many families send their children to Greek school after school or on Saturdays to keep the language alive.

• The Greek Primary School of London
• The Greek Online School

Greek Orthodox churches

The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Thyateira and Great Britain oversees Greek Orthodox parishes across the UK. The best known in London is the Cathedral of Saint Sophia in Moscow Road, Bayswater, a landmark of the community since the 19th century. Read more about Holy Week in the Greek Orthodox Church.

The Greek Embassy and Consulate in London

The Embassy of Greece and the Consulate General are in Holland Park, West London. The consulate handles passports, power of attorney, civil registry and other services for Greek citizens. Useful guides:

• Νέα ταυτότητα για κατοίκους εξωτερικού
• Προσωπικός Αριθμός
• Power of attorney at the Greek consulate
• Moving to the UK for work

Greek media in the UK

• Greek Beat Radio: Greek radio in London.
• Hellenic TV Greek Stories: interviews with Greeks building their lives in the UK.

Greek events and nightlife

From concerts by the biggest Greek artists to bouzouki nights and community gatherings, there is something on every week.

• Greek events in London
• Greek nights and bouzoukia in London
• All events

Jobs for Greeks in London

Browse Greek owned businesses that are hiring on the Greek List jobs board.

Join the Greek List community

Add your business, list your event or share your story with the Greek community across the UK. Register on Greek List