Although Bill’s Restaurant opened in Kensington quite a few months ago, I only paid my first visit to it last week. And although this chain of restaurants seem to have popped up all over London in the last year or so (from never having heard of them before, I’m now seeing them everywhere!), it’s also my very first visit to … Read More
‘Tell Me On A Sunday’ and ‘Putting It Together’ at St James Theatre in January 2014
News reaches us of a couple of fantastic musical theatre productions that will be held on our doorstep – at St James Theatre in Victoria – early next year. First up, Tell Me On A Sunday is on from 7th to 12th January 2014 starring Marti Webb, one of this country’s most popular musical stars – she’s had leading roles … Read More
Donate items to those in need in Kensington this Christmas with Kensington Mums
Excellent local website Kensington Mums is calling upon all local mums and dads to get into the spirit of giving this Christmas – that is, giving to those less fortunate than many of us and who are in need at this time of year. Dina, the lady behind Kensington Mums, is asking local residents to donate cared for and loved … Read More
The first Pop Up Colombia comes to Kings Road, 4th-8th December
The very first Pop Up Colombia will be brightening up Kings Road at the beginning of next month, giving locals and visitors a taste of the country, its food, music, fashion and much more! During the five-day pop-up shop, a wide variety of Colombian designers, artists and entrepreneurs will be showcasing and selling their products – including fashion, accessories, jewellery, … Read More
The Grand Opening of the Statoil Tennis Masters on 4th December
On 4th December, the Royal Albert Hall will be hosting a very special fundraising evening – The Grand Opening of the Statoil Tennis Masters, in support of the charity Best Beginnings. Tennis legends Tim Henman, Pat Rafter, Greg Rusedski, Mark Philippoussis and Mansour Bahrami will participate in this special charity event, all playing in either singles or doubles matches. Best … Read More
Review: The Evacuee at The Chelsea Theatre
Right on Halloween, I had the pleasure – or fright? – of watching the World War II ghost story The Evacuee at Chelsea Theatre. And what a spooky little play this is! As we mentioned in our preview (The Evacuee at The Chelsea Theatre this autumn), the plot revolves around Janet, a young girl that’s been evacuated from London to … Read More
Puppy Tennis – tennis classes for children – comes to Holland Park
Starting next week, there’s a new set of tennis classes for children that are being held in Holland Park – Puppy Tennis! Suitable for boys and girls aged from 18 months to five years – otherwise known as ‘pups’! – the classes will not only teach your child to play tennis, but will also serve as a way of improving … Read More
Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park returns for 2013!
One of the most popular Christmas events that’s right on our doorstep – Hyde Park Winter Wonderland – is back this year! Taking place from Friday 22nd November 2013 through to Sunday 5th January 2014, the event’s usual attractions and activities from previous years will be back again, ready to get you into the Christmas spirit. One of Winter Wonderland’s … Read More
The Evacuee at The Chelsea Theatre this autumn
A World War II ghost story arrives on our doorstep later this month! Produced by the Quint-Essential Theatre Company, The Evacuee will run at the Chelsea Theatre on King’s Road from 29th October through to the 17th November 2013. The play is set in the autumn of 1940, telling the tale of a girl who is evacuated from London and sent … Read More
Designer Sales UK at Chelsea Old Town Hall – Thursday 24th October
The next edition of Designer Sales UK in Chelsea arrives later this month – just in time for all you keen shoppers to get fully stocked up for autumn and winter! Think cosy knitwear, luxurious scarves, stylish winter boots, soft cashmere items…pretty much everything you could need for the upcoming colder months! Of course, there’s plenty for our stylish male … Read More