Camden Square, Town square in Camden, London, United Kingdom
Camden Square is a rectangular town square in the London Borough of Camden, north of central Camden. It has a playground and dog-walking area, with St Paul's Church at the north end and the London Irish Centre at the south end.
The square was developed from around 1845 to 1871, with St Paul's Church consecrated in 1849. Bombing in 1940–41 damaged the square severely, leading to the demolition of the original church building in 1956.
The London Irish Centre at the south end has been a hub for the borough's Irish community for over sixty years. Fans of Amy Winehouse still leave tributes near the trees and fence opposite her former home at no. 30.
The square is easy to reach on foot from Camden Road and nearby bus stops. The central gardens have paths that are level and open to all, making it a convenient spot to pause while exploring the area.
At least fourteen Camden Square street signs have been stolen by fans of Amy Winehouse, costing the council over £4000 to replace. The square also has a modern house at no. 66 with timberwork by architect Peter Bell.
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