Sweden in London

swedish in London

Are you a Swede in London or someone looking for Swedish culture in the capital? If so here you will find everything you need to know about Sweden in London.

Estimated Swedish population in London: 20,000

Main areas: Edgware Rd,South West London

Embassy: 11 Montagu Place, London W1H 2AL. Ph: 0207 917 6400

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Famous/Inspirational London Stranger: Sven Goran Erikson (England football Manager) As the first foreign manager of England, Sven got a lot of press particularly when an affair between him and another Swedish expat, Ulrika Johnson broke out. His calm demeanour used to frustrate fans and media being misinterpreted for a lack of passion but also made him about to be a interesting mystery man.

Swedish Bars and Restaurants in London

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Swedish Shops in London

Ikea: (Croydon, Ealing, Tottenham, Lakeside); Store that needs no introduction selling everything you need for your home.

Swedish Community Groups/Associations in London

Ulrika Eleonora Parish Church: (6 Harcourt St, London W1H 4AG Ph: 0207 723 5681) check website details for opening times .

Seamen's Church and Guest House: (120 Lower Rd, London SE16 2UB, Ph: 0207 237 1644), Simple accommodation with good facilities and a Swedish Church that has a short mass every morning.

Anglo Swedish Society: non for profit organisation that runs cultural events and promotes the arts.

S wedish School: (Richmond TW10 6JP, Barnes SW13 9JS)- check website for details.

Swedish Chamber of Commerce: Swedish business group that is a great network forum for opening up doors. There is also the JCC which is aimed at younger business people and entrepreneurs.

London Vikings: (Flaxman Sports Centre SE5 9DF) Floorball and Unihockey club.

Royal Swedish Golfing Society: Golfing group great for socialising.