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Restoration of Leighton House

Yesterday’s Guardian had a great double-page spread on Leighton House (12 Holland Park Road, W14) and its ongoing restoration. Originally built in the 19th century to designs by architect George Aitchison as a home for Lord Leighton, a painter and sculptor, it was extended considerably over the next few decades. The article talks about of […]

Celebrities, News, Television

Harry Enfield’s jokes stolen

If you’re in the Notting Hill area anytime soon, and spot some jokes just sort of lying around, be aware – they may belong to Harry Enfield. And he’d like them back. A laptop belonging to comedian Harry Enfield, containing material for his show with fellow comic Paul Whitehouse, was recently stolen from a car […]

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The Tabernacle on Powis Square reopens

The Independent recently featured an article about the famous Tabernacle venue on Powis Square, W11 that has been a very important part of Notting Hill over the years, but unfortunately fell into a certain amount of disrepair in recent times. A former Church, the venue has recently undergone a £1 million refurbishment and has now […]

Carnival, News

Very early start for 2009 Notting Hill Carnival

As reported previously, this year’s Notting Hill Carnival – just over three weeks away – will have earlier start and finish times than usual, to try and avoid the street trouble that marred the end of last year’s event. The Carnival parade will now start at the rather eye-wateringly early time of 9am to ensure […]

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