Areas
Moving to… Hackney Wick
Canals, craft beer, and questionable facial hair decisions – Hackney Wick isn’t just a postcode; it’s a lifestyle choice.
Chris Lloyd
London-based new(ish) dad. Surveyor and planning consultant. Also, very slowly learning to write a blog at www.alondonlife.co.uk. It's not about planning, I promise.
Reviews
Swapfiet - The cheap man's family cargo bike?
Swapfiet review - a bit of a fudge but a workable and economical alternative for a commute with a bigger toddler
Blog
Exploring East London with toddlers: As unforgettable adventures await...
East London isn't just expensive flat whites and cocaine in warehouse parties. It is also pretty good for children.
Reviews
Cybex MIOS - Review
The Cybex MIOS is rose gold and flash. But it's also brilliant; its a workhorse and the perfect size. Of all the many, many things you buy a child, I think this is my favourite
Reviews
Beyond the Hallowed Sky - Review
Beyond the Hallowed Sky is a powerful and thought-provoking novella that will appeal to fans of Ken MacLeod's earlier works. Its the first book I've read since Violet was born, and it didn't disappoint.
Walks & Travel
Walking to Hackney Wick
My first attempt at making a Youtube video. Check out the cool guy in the motorised wheel chair who got me in trouble for using copyrighted material
Blog
Starting a YouTube channel in 2023
I’ve probably missed the boat, starting a YouTube channel in 2023. But I’m enjoying the process.
Blog
A London life - a new name, same blog.
I have changed the name of the blog. In the spirit of the new year, it was time for a change of name and a slight change of direction
Reviews
Walking videos - Reviews
Walking videos are brilliant. It's difficult to overestimate how helpful I found them during the lockdown.
Blog
Being an old dad can be lonely
It almost goes without saying that being a dad is brilliant. But it can be extreamly lonely, being an older dad seems to make you evenmore isolated...maybe I am just moaning.
Reviews
The New Fatherhood - Review
The New Fatherhood, a good newsletter, a brilliant community
Blog
A London life - Should I change the name of the blog?
Should I rename the blog, or is it just more procrastinating?