About Us

Finches Emporium has been our family’s pride and joy since we first opened our doors back in 1947. Since then we’ve proudly been serving the Forest Hill community and beyond, sharing our family’s passion for cycling, skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding and the great outdoors. 

As an independent store, we take great pride in hand picking the best gear for our customers, focusing on quality and what really works, rather than just what’s popular. We really love what we do, and we take the time to get to know our customers, many of whom have been coming to us for years. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, we’re always here to help you find exactly what you need.

Skiing and snowboarding is a big part of who we are, and we know how important the right boots are for both comfort and performance. That’s why we offer a comfort guarantee on all boots fitted in store, this is our  promise that we’ll work with you until your boots feel just right. It’s our way of showing how seriously we take your experience on the slopes.

Being part of the community means everything to us. We’ve grown up here, built relationships here, and are proud to be a part of so many people’s adventures. So if you haven’t visited yet, come in and see for yourself what makes Finches special.

Getting here: 

• Just 100 yards off the South Circular between Dulwich and Catford
  
  
• Drop-off friendly  Single yellow line outside and 1 hour bays nearby
  
  
• Perry Vale Car park 200 yards away
  
  
• Opposite Forest Hill Station (15 mins from London Bridge & Croydon, with fast links via the Overground to Canada Water).

Perfect for a quick visit, even on your lunch break.

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