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 fully reopened – just in time for the Carnival and other upcoming events.

Hoping to be a cental hub for the local community, various dance and music events are already scheduled, and there’s also a restaurant and bars there so you can enjoy it at any time.

See http://www.carnivalvillage.org.uk/ for full listings and details.

• Ready to party: Notting Hill hub is back (23rd August 2009, The Independent)