Vibushan Thirukumar, CEO and co-founder of Oru Space – a workspace and wellbeing destination in the heart of Sutton – says, “We’ve been going for over a year now with brilliant community initiatives which always brings together an incredible group of people. I love how there’s a real sense of ownership and stewardship – this is what makes any space and area feel so special.”
No.7
How do you start your day?
“I get an oat flat white or an oat matcha from Trinco – our award-winning restaurant at Oru. Home to everything from yoga and fitness studios to 100 hot desks, private offices and a nursery, it’s fully accessible and thoughtfully designed. Add a rooftop bar, podcast studio, event space, artist studios, community garden – and yes, even three chickens – and you’ve got something truly unique.”
Oru Sutton, 7 Throwley Way, Sutton, SM1 4AF
@oru_space
oruspace.co/Sutton
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Lunch or dinner recommendations?
“Trinco by Day and Trinco by Night offer a unique dining experience inspired by home-cooked Sri Lankan meals of Trincomalee. Popular dishes include the lentil dahl and the cardamom buns – often accompanied by the blue matcha latte. Everything is beautifully presented fresh food made with seasonal and sustainable ingredients. Check out the Rooftop Sessions too – a lovely opportunity to enjoy feel-good music and beautiful sunsets with cocktails, wood-fired pizzas and a DJ set!”
Trinco, 7 Throwley Way, Sutton, SM1 4AF
@trincobyoru
My favourite thing about Sutton is…
“The vast amount of green, outdoor spaces that thrive with community-centred events. Manor Park often hosts a variety including an annual dog show, there’s village fetes and flower fairs, music festivals like Folk in the Park which all encourage locals and people in surrounding areas nearby to come together – all generations – to enjoy.”
Manor Park, Throwley Way, Sutton, SM1 4AH
No.216-220
Where’s good to chill?
“The Sound Lounge is great for live gigs and drinks. They have a vinyl record shop too and a vegan restaurant. It’s another great community-centred space in Sutton.”
The Sound Lounge, 216-220 High Street, Sutton, SM1 1NU
@soundloungecic
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Not to be missed?
“The Place is an exceptional Chinese restaurant on the high street!”
173 High Street, Sutton, SM1 1JU