Community News
New directions to theatre
21st May 2012
Clarence bridge closed for maintenance. _______________________________________________________ No access to theatre via Clarence Bridge Clarence Bridge in Regent’s Park will be closed for essential maintenance until Friday 13 July 2012. As a result, the best way to reach the theatre from Baker Street is to enter the park via York Bridge. For more details about finding [...]
Westminster under the Olympic microscope
21st May 2012
ANALYSTS have put Westminster under the microscope in recognition of the borough hosting the Olympic Torch for an overnight stopover. The Office for National Statistics have created a map of the Olympic Torce relay route from Land's End, Cornwall, around...
BBC journalist John Simpson helps plant 500th Marylebone tree
18th May 2012
VETERAN BBC journalist John Simpson CBE helped plant the 500th tree of a green-fingered Marylebone project. The 67-year-old World Affairs Editor was joined by pupils of St Vincent's RC Primary School outside BBC Broadcasting House last Thursday (17/5). It marked...
Paddington Campus officially opened
17th May 2012
HUNDREDS of balloons were released to mark the official opening of City of Westminster College's Paddington campus. They were released from the top of the atrium in the £102million building, which opened to students last September, in a ceremony attended...
Re-development project complete
17th May 2012
We have been celebrating the completion of our re-development project. _______________________________________________________ On 9 May, Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre celebrated the completion of their re-development project. Discussion about the 2012 project started 3 years ago, and the aim was to have the project finished in time for the 2012 season, our 80th anniversary. The completed [...]
Renowned poet honoured with Westminster plaque
16th May 2012
AN ARTIST who popularised the modern-day limerick is the latest to be person honoured with a green plaque in Westminster. Edward Lear lived at 15 Stratford Place between 1853 and 1869 and called his poems 'nonsense ryhmes' that often began...
28. A Rich and Poignant Past: Wartime London
by Stickyboard
16th May 2012
Showing the Imperial War Museum to a newcomer to London recently, I was reminded of how little attention most of us pay to the heritage of wartime London all around us.With the richness of the 21st century city on offer and our ever-busy lives, it’s easy to understand why. Yet the spirit and the shape of this great city are so inseparable from its times at war, and there are so many opportunities
THE BIG BRITISH TEA PARTY / CRAZY GOLF, 31 MAY – 2 SEPT
15th May 2012
One would think afternoon tea atop one of London’s most iconic stores is a fitting way to toast our dear Queen’s ascension to the throne. Obviously. Now add a crazy golf course surrounded by no less than 200 four metre [...]
THE ACCIDENTAL FESTIVAL, 31 MAY – 3 JUNE
15th May 2012
Give 21 young producers free reign over 4 days of programming at the Roundhouse and some support from the London 2012 Inspire project, and thus we have the Accidental Festival. Every kind of emerging, entertaining and provoking work from artists [...]
Police continue West End crime crackdown
15th May 2012
POLICE were out in force in Trafalgar Square as they continue their crackdown on crime in the West End. Thirty-two Mounted Branch officers and horses joined beat officers for a street briefing last Friday (11/5) as part of Operation Trafalgar....
A Double Bill Of Deception - 13th July
15th May 2012
Friday 13th, Your Lucky Day Two Magic Shows and a Glimpse Inside The Magic Circle!
Expect
A Double Bill Of Deception - 13th July
16th May 2012
Friday 13th, Your Lucky Day Two Magic Shows and a Glimpse Inside The Magic Circle!
Expect the unexpected when an English 'magic boffin' and an
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 6th July
15th May 2012
Join us for another intimate evening of entertainment!
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 6th July
16th May 2012
Join us for another intimate evening of entertainment!
Michael Vincent: Elegant Deceptions - 20th July
15th May 2012
The Magic Circle Summer Season of Sorcery continues with an evening with Michael Vincent:Elegant Deceptions
Michael Vincent: Elegant Deceptions - 20th July
16th May 2012
The Magic Circle Summer Season of Sorcery continues with an evening with Michael Vincent:Elegant Deceptions
St James Theatre gears up for September opening
14th May 2012
THE first newly-built theatre in central London for 30 years will open in Victoria in September. St James Theatre has risen from the site of the former Westminster Theatre, in Palace Street, after millions of pounds of private investment helped...
Steve Allen's Magic Circle Mysteries
14th May 2012
Join LBC 97.3FM's Steve Allen for an afternoon of magic with stars of The Magic
Steve Allen's Magic Circle Mysteries
14th May 2012
Join LBC 97.3FM's Steve Allen for an afternoon of magic with stars of The Magic
Steve Allen's Magic Circle Mysteries - 30th June
14th May 2012
Join LBC 97.3FM's Steve Allen for an afternoon of magic with stars of The Magic
Steve Allen's Magic Circle Mysteries - 30th June
14th May 2012
Join LBC 97.3FM's Steve Allen for an afternoon of magic with stars of The Magic
Domestic violence crackdown in Westminster
11th May 2012
EXTRA money is to be spent tackling domestic abuse and offering support and advice to victims in Westminster. Westminster City Council has declared the issue as one of its key priorities this year and increased funding from £450,000 to £600,000...
GO NUTS FOR DOUGHNUTS
11th May 2012
Every day, we make decisions for the greater good. Or our own good. Like ‘I will ride my bike instead of drive’ or ‘I won’t have a side of steak with my pulled pork sandwich’. No more. This week is [...]
Open Garden Squares Weekend 9-10 June 2012
by The Phoenix Community Garden
10th May 2012
Open Garden Squares Weekend 9/10 June 2012 10 – 6 Sat 10 – 6 Sun Tickets £9 advance £12 on the day The Phoenix Garden will once again be taking part in the Open Garden Squares Weekend this year. Organised … Continue reading →
Westminster police officer killed in south London accident
10th May 2012
AN OFF-duty Westminster police officer was killed in a road traffic collision in south London. Inspector Preston Gurr was returning home from night duty in the borough when his red Honda motorcycle was involved in a crash with a silver...
27. Celebrating British: THE London Tour for Visitors to Blighty
by Stickyboard
10th May 2012
Last week London was named the world’s best destination by TripAdvisor, having already taken Lonely Planet’s ‘best city to visit’ title in October of last year. With the Diamond Jubilee and the Olympics still to come, 2012 is likely to be a bumper year for foreign visitors to the city, if they can get out of Heathrow.It’s more than likely that someone you know will be visiting London from outside
Antonia Cox wins Hyde Park by-election
9th May 2012
RESIDENTS took to the polls last week to vote in their new Hyde Park ward councillor last Thursday. Conservative candidate Antonia Cox won the seat by a landslide with 1,448 votes with second-placed Labour hopeful Jack Gordon receiving 563 votes....
Collectors Day - 26th May
5th May 2012
The 36th Collectors Day at The Magic Circle will take place on Saturday 26th May. Non Members are welcome.
Highlights include:
Author Trevor Dawson will talk about
Collectors Day - 26th May
6th May 2012
The 36th Collectors Day at The Magic Circle will take place on Saturday 26th May. Non Members are welcome.
Highlights include:
Author Trevor Dawson will talk about
The Magic Circle Christmas Show 2012
4th May 2012
Tickets for The Magic Circle Christmas Show 2012 are now on sale.
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The Magic Circle Christmas Show 2012
4th May 2012
Tickets for The Magic Circle Christmas Show 2012 are now on sale.
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The Magic Circle Christmas Show 2012
4th May 2012
Tickets for The Magic Circle Christmas Show 2012 are now on sale.
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The Magic Circle Christmas Show 2012
4th May 2012
Tickets for The Magic Circle Christmas Show 2012 are now on sale.
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Westminster student on sight-saving mission
4th May 2012
A Westminster student took part in a sight-saving mission to Vietnam when he joined the world famous ORBIS Flying Eye Hospital. Mujtaba Hairan, 16, from Westminster Academy, was part of a sponsored internship offered by ACS International Schools Foundation and...
Paddington Academy honoured
3rd May 2012
Paddington Academy has been recognised for its diversity and success in promoting community cohesion. Last year, the school was given the Cultural Diversity Gold Award by the Specialist Schools and Academies Trust, but this year has gone one better by...
Council throws out plans to move tenants to Derby
3rd May 2012
Tenants on housing benefit who were threatened with being uprooted and moved 130 miles north were given a reprieve when Westminster Council ruled out the idea. The authority was among several west London councils considering proposals by Smart Housing Group...
Dawn raids in gang crime crackdown
3rd May 2012
A series of dawn raids on Wednesday targeted 11 homes in Westminster as police focused on gang crime. When officers swooped on a flat in a Queens Park estate, an occupant inside hurled what are believed to be wraps of...
Westminster Music Library honoured
2nd May 2012
Westminster Music Library has scooped the prestigious International Association of Music Libraries Award for Excellence 2012. The award recognises the outstanding work of the library in putting on events, providing a variety of music and reaching out to the community....
Teen stabbed on Pimlico estate
2nd May 2012
A 16 year-old boy is in a stable condition in hospital after being stabbed in the back in Pimlico on Tuesday (1) evening. Police officers were on a routine patrol on the Churchill Gardens Estate just after 7.30pm, when they...
26. The Best Seats in London: Eating on the Bar
by Stickyboard
2nd May 2012
They may be the only seats left in the restaurant when you try to call up for a last minute reservation, but I think counter top seats are the best in the house. Whether it is at Riding House Cafe, my personal favourite, Bocca di Lupo or Mishkins, counter-top seating offers the same menu but with that little bit of added atmosphere and entertainment. What’s more, you’re more likely to get the
Police appeal over nightclub assault
1st May 2012
Police are trying to trace this witness who could have vital information about a serious assault in Amika nightclub in Kensington. A 27 year-old woman from Westminster was left blind in one eye after being attacked by four other women...
Outreach day at Pimlico church aims to win back lapsed Catholics
30th April 2012
LAPSED Catholics - and how to entice them back to the church - were the subject of an outreach day held at a Pimlico Church, writes Hilary Aked. The 'Crossing the Threshold' event at Holy Apostles Church, Cumberland Street, last...
NHS Trust prepares for the Olympics
30th April 2012
With the Olympic countdown well inside the 100 days mark, staff at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust are preparing themselves for the event. Thousands of spectators, athletes and support crew will be arriving in London this summer, and the trust...
Biryani Bake-off
30th April 2012
Church Street residents were baking their best biryanis for a panel of judges last week. Budding chefs were facing off against each other and judged by a panel of experts on Wednesday (25) at the Marylebone Bangladeshi Society (MBS) in...
Rabbi joined students on Auschwitz trip
30th April 2012
Hundreds of students from across west London joined charity the Holocaust Education Trust last week on a visit to the former Nazi concentration camp, Auschwitz. Among them were youngsters from Kensington and Chelsea and their MP, Sir Malcolm Rifkind. EMMA...
Last chance to buy
26th April 2012
Early bird discount ends 30 April _______________________________________________________ Early bird discount Be the first to see our productions and take advantage of our early bird preview offer, available if booked before 30 April. This saves £5 off all ticket prices for all performances during previews (excluding Premium seats).* Performances 25 July – 11 Aug This year, [...]
news - Westway Climbing Centre - Climbing Sessions for all ages!
26th April 2012
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Healthy history walk
27th April 2012
A healthy history walk around Maida Vale will be led by professional guide Dafydd Wyn Philips on Saturday May 19. It is one of several walks with professional guides from the City of Westminster Guide Lecturers Associations, showing the history,...
Housing association shortlisted
26th April 2012
Housing association CityWest Homes has been shortlisted for Arms Length Management Organisation of the Year (ALMO) at the UK Housing Awards. The organisation manages 22,000 properties on behalf of Westminster City Council, and is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year....
Pimlico author inspired by borough
25th April 2012
A Pimlico author has been so inspired by the area she lives in, she has based her new collection of short stories on it. Wendy Perriham has plenty of experience as a writer, having had 24 books published, but her...
91 year-old seriously injured in collision
25th April 2012
An elderly man is in intensive care following a collision with a people carrier in Paddington. Police are appealing for witnesses after the incident at about 11.50am on Sunday April 15, in Westbourne Park Road, close to the junction with...
25. The Man-Date: A Chap's London Day Out
by Stickyboard
25th April 2012
Conditions: If you haven’t read Chap magazine, you’re not welcome to ingest the below.
Wow! What a special occasion! You are actually going to be able to spend some real time, with a real person, who you have a real connection with. Don’t blow it! If you have any intention of seeing this chap again you must make sure you pull out ALL of the stops to impress him. No bloke wants a wet friend
ZULU WINTER, THUR 17th MAY
24th April 2012
With the imminent release of their first LP, Language, laid back rockers Zulu Winter are getting ready with a slew of shows across the country, culminating in London on May 17th. Well, almost in London. It’s in N19, wherever that [...]
BRAINS, ‘TIL 17th JUNE
24th April 2012
The mysterious nerve centre / intellectual powerhouse that defines each of us has been a matter of fascination for centuries for everyone from doctors to artists, philosophers and scientists. This new exhibition features over 150 artefacts including real brains, artworks [...]
FOURTH & MAIN, ‘TIL 23rd JULY
24th April 2012
London-based clothing line and bi-annual publication for burgeoning creatives, Fourth & Main have thus far existed solely in catalogue form. Now, along with the launch of their new website they’re popping up with their classically cut collection of clothes on [...]
Councillor completes marathon
24th April 2012
A Westminster councillor has completed his first marathon in four and a half hours. Jonathan Glanz, who is cabinet member for housing, has so far raised nearly £3,000 for The Connection at St Martins in the Field's, which helps vulnerable...
Walking to promote community scheme
24th April 2012
Community members in Pimlico joined forces to promote a youth-led scheme to tackle crime and fear of it. CitySafe tries to show that young people can be part of the solution to community issues, rather than just being seen as...
St George's Day street party
23rd April 2012
Hundreds of visitors raised a glass to St George at a street party organised by a pub in Victoria. Guests were treated to a hog roast, face paingting and plenty of treats on Sunday (22), while members of the Number...
Housing association marks anniversary
20th April 2012
Housing association CityWest Homes is celebrating the one year anniversary of its call centre opening this week. The centralised hub was set up in 2011 after the four previous centres based around Westminster were merged. Since its launch, the call...
OF MONTREAL, WED 25th APRIL
23rd April 2012
If ever there was a band set out to confuse us of where they hail from… Regardless, Of Montreal of Athens, Georgia have developed quite a reputation for their killer live shows captivating lyrics. With the release of their newest [...]
School uses social media to fundraise
19th April 2012
A Westminster school is making the most of social media to raise money for much-needed resources. For a week and a half, the 1,200 pupils at St Marylebone School in Marylebone High Street, are promoting strategy game Q4 through their...
The Magic Circle Christmas Show
19th April 2012
Please note that details of The Magic Circle Christmas Show 2012 will be announced shortly. To ensure you're one of the first to find
The Magic Circle Christmas Show
19th April 2012
Please note that details of The Magic Circle Christmas Show 2012 will be announced shortly. To ensure you're one of the first to find
The Magic Circle Christmas Show
3rd May 2012
Please note that details of The Magic Circle Christmas Show 2012 will be announced shortly. To ensure you're one of the first to find
24. London's 'Ripping' Yarn: Jack the Ripper Tour
by Stickyboard
18th April 2012
I know it sounds naff, touristy, and outright geeky, but the Jack the Ripper tour by London Walks deserves a place as one of the 100 Great Things About London. Please keep reading. I’ll explain; if you love London, which you do, and you don't mind a bit of history then it will interest you. Parts of London which you walk past every day suddenly come alive with meaning and significance; if that
news - Online Booking Facility Now Available!
18th April 2012
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Community Council one step closer
17th April 2012
Residents in Queens Park will get the chance to vote on whether to set up the first parish council in London for around 50 years. Westminster Council agreed at a meeting on Monday (16) evening that a referendum could be...
Maida Vale murder victim named
17th April 2012
A man stabbed to death at a house in Maida Vale has been named by police as 45 year-old Richard Hamilton. Police have launched a murder enquiry after the discovery of Mr Hamilton on the doorstep of the property in...
2012 Olivier Awards
16th April 2012
Crazy for You has been awarded Best Musical Revival in the 2012 Olivier Awards. _______________________________________________________ At this year’s star-studded Laurence Olivier Awards at the Royal Opera House, Crazy for You was awarded Best Musical Revival. This unparalleled hat trick achievement follows our previous successes with Into the Woods (winner 2011) and Hello, Dolly! (winner 2010). [...]
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 11th May
3rd May 2012
Due to demand, an extra date has just been added to this intimate evening of deception...
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 11th May
16th April 2012
Due to demand, an extra date has just been added to this intimate evening of deception...
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 11th May
12th May 2012
Due to demand, an extra date was added to this intimate evening of deception... it too nearly sold out!
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 11th May
16th April 2012
Due to demand, an extra date has just been added to this intimate evening of deception...
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 11th May
12th May 2012
Due to demand, an extra date was added to this intimate evening of deception... it too nearly sold out!
Weekly CAB service set up
16th April 2012
The Westminster Citizens Advice Bureau is setting up a weekly satellite service at the Cardinal Hume Centre. Residents in the south of the borough will be able to get all the advice and guidance they need from bureau staff at...
Proud pooches take centre stage
16th April 2012
Proud pooches were paraded in Hyde Park on Sunday (15) as part of a fundraising dog show. The Mayhew Animal Home held its Hyde Bark event throughout the day, and it was jam packed with stalls, entertainment and activities. And...
Bunny Neill - 1967 Escape to Be Recreated As Short Film
3rd May 2012
On 6 August 1967 my father, magician and escapologist Bunny Neill, was challenged by the Jersey
Bunny Neill - 1967 Escape to Be Recreated As Short Film
16th April 2012
On 6 August 1967 my father, magician and escapologist Bunny Neill, was challenged by the Jersey
Bunny Neill - 1967 Escape to Be Recreated As Short Film
15th April 2012
On 6 August 1967 my father, magician and escapologist Bunny Neill, was challenged by the Jersey
WE WANT YOU
23rd April 2012
The RHC is looking for a superstar Maitre D’ to join our team – please send your CV to recruitment @villagelondon.biz.
Dynamo catching on in US
3rd May 2012
Dynamo has impressed the likes of Will Smith and Coldplay’s Chris Martin, who praised Dynamo for “the greatest magic I’ve seen”. His repute is
Dynamo catching on in US
14th April 2012
Great that he is a member, now Dynamo is making waves in the US with his series...
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Dynamo catching on in US
14th April 2012
Dynamo has impressed the likes of Will Smith and Coldplay’s Chris Martin, who praised Dynamo for “the greatest magic I’ve seen”. His repute is
Murder investigation in Maida Vale
13th April 2012
A murder investigation has been launched after a man was stabbed to death in Maida Vale. Police were called at about 4.20pm on Monday (9) April by London Ambulance Service to a house in Shirland Road, where the body of...
New sports pitches in Marylebone
13th April 2012
More than 80 children joined a former Olympian to celebrate the official opening of new community sports pitches in Marylebone. London Marathon co-founder and bronze-medal winning steeplechase athlete John Disley CBE cut the ribbon on the £112,000 pitches at the...
23. Lights, Stars, Music: A Date at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Stickyboard
13th April 2012
For an atmospheric night of theatre, entertainment and romance you cannot beat the Open Air Theatre at Regent’s Park. Because of the glorious British weather, the Open Air Theatre only runs during the “summer” months (May to September) but it is a must for anyone who hasn’t been. Last year’s Crazy for You was an all-singing-all-dancing extravaganza and I loved every minute of it. The show wasn't
Body found in Maida Vale home
12th April 2012
Police have been doorstepping homes in a Maida Vale street after a man was found dead at home. Officers are investigating whether or not there are suspicious circumstances following the death....
Booking and admin contact update
13th April 2012
The theatre administration offices are relocating to the theatre site this weekend. _______________________________________________________ The administration offices for Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre are relocating to the theatre site this weekend. As a result we are unable to receive emails or general enquiry phone calls during this time. A limited number of tickets for both of [...]
Twitter opera for Pimlico
12th April 2012
A group of young opera singers have harnessed the power of Twitter to create the first in a series of opera gala concerts. Called 'Opera Twala,' every part of the concert has been organised and planned through the social networking...
'Devoted' family woman killed in crash
11th April 2012
A 'devoted' family woman died in a car crash while on an Easter break with her family. Hawerun Nessa, 56, of Fourth Avenue, Queens Park, was with five other members of her family in Sussex when the silver Honda Accord...
Queens Park woman killed in Easter crash named
10th April 2012
A 56 year-old woman who died in a crash on Easter Sunday (8) has been named as Hawerun Nessa of Fourth Avenue, Queens Park. She died at the scene of the collision on the A24 in Sussex, between a silver...
Queens Park woman dies in Easter collision
10th April 2012
An 18 month-old girl is in a stable condition in hospital after a collision which killed a 56 year-old woman from Queens Park. The toddler was taken to St George's Hospital following the crash which involved a silver Honda Accord...
Paddington cadet honoured
10th April 2012
A student from Paddington Academy has become one of 60 youngsters in London to win a prestigious army cadet award , writes Julia Kim. Cadet Lance Corporal Victoria Large, 15, in Year 10 at the school, said she was 'completely...
Sports centre plans will 'cause more problems'
10th April 2012
Residents in Queens Park claim plans to move a sports centre almost half a mile away will lead to more youth problems on their estates. Linda Taggart, who has lived in First Avenue since 1976, says Westminster Council's proposals to...
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 8th June
3rd May 2012
Join us for another intimate evening of entertainment!
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 8th June
10th April 2012
Join us for another intimate evening of entertainment!
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 8th June
10th April 2012
Join us for another intimate evening of entertainment!
Man sought after attempted armed robbery
5th April 2012
Police would like to speak to this man in connection with an attempted armed robbery at a Paddington bookmakers. On Saturday December 3 last year, at about 9.40am, a man went into William Hill in Paddington Street, and went straight...
Westminster Society marks 50 years
5th April 2012
Fifty years ago, a group of parents decided they wanted to make sure that children with learning disabilities in Westminster could get the best possible care. Fast forward half a century and the Westminster Society that they set up is...
New allergy support group at St Mary's
4th April 2012
A brand new food allergy support group, thought to be the first of its kind in the country, has been set up at St Mary's Hospital. The group is specifically for parents whose children suffer from food allergies, and offers...
22. No Timid Thames: An Amazing Slice of London's River
by Stickyboard
4th April 2012
That big blue (sometimes dank) streak of water which runs through London: where the boats float by, modern high rise apartments fill the banks, and tourists climb on top of one another to get the best photo of Big Ben! Yes, we all 'know' the Thames. But do the majority of people know what lies beyond East of Tower Bridge and West of Vauxhall Bridge?
Having spoken to many...it seems not. And
21. The Magnificent Seven: London's Beautiful Crypts
by Stickyboard
4th April 2012
“You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend. Those with loaded guns, and those who dig. You dig.”
No, not spaghetti westerns: London historian Hugh Meller used the phrase ‘the magnificent seven’ for the first time in 1981 to refer to the group of large Victorian cemeteries established between 1832 and 1841 to deal with the problem of overflowing graveyards in inner London.
New primary would 'forge community links'
2nd April 2012
A new primary school planned for Pimlico would 'forge strong community links' to help tackle the growing problem of youth violence. Parents and neighbours are currently being consulted on the possible opening of a new primary on the site of...
Penguins join Olympic fever
2nd April 2012
As Olympic fever hits the capital, the penguins at London Zoo are getting in on the act - with their very own diving board. To celebrate the zoo being awarded the Games organisers' Inspired by 2012 mark for its summer...
Students get Microsoft careers talk
2nd April 2012
Students at a college in Paddington were given a careers talk by a group of Microsoft executives this week. During the 90-minute session, IT and business students at the Paddington Green campus of the City of Westminster College heard Laura...
New sports centre for Queens Park
2nd April 2012
An £18million sports centre is set to be built in Queens Park. Westminster Council has revealed proposals to merge the existing Jubilee and Moberly facilities to create the centre. Subject to planning permission, the new centre will include more facilities...
Viva Phoenix! – Book Launch
by The Phoenix Community Garden
2nd April 2012
Artist and photographer, Virginia Nimarkoh, was invited by the Photographers Gallery to produce work about garden’s in Soho. When she approached the Phoenix Garden a year ago with an idea of producing a photographic portrait of the garden we … Continue reading →
St George’s Day Party
by The Phoenix Community Garden
2nd April 2012
We will be holding our St Georges Day Party on Saturday 21st April 2012 from 2pm – 5.00pm Hot Dogs – Cakes – Crisps – Pop Childrens Art Workshop Make a Sword and Shield! Make a Knight’s Tabard! (please bring … Continue reading →
Fay Presto Wins The Magic Circle Close-up Magician of the Year 2012
2nd April 2012
The deserving and popular winner was Fay Presto who made the room sparkle when she came on
Fay Presto Wins The Magic Circle Close-up Magician of the Year 2012
3rd April 2012
The deserving and popular winner was Fay Presto who made the room sparkle when she came on
Fay Presto Wins The Magic Circle Close-up Magician of the Year 2012
3rd May 2012
The deserving and popular winner was Fay Presto who made the room sparkle when she came on
Housing problems highlighted at meeting
2nd April 2012
A group of parents put the spotlight on housing problems at a meeting with MP Karen Buck and council staff. The mums and dads from the Cardinal Hume Centre spoke about the lack of adequate housing, the difficulties they face...
Olympic Torch lights up Westminster Archives
2nd April 2012
With just over 100 days until this year's Games, the City of Westminster Archives has taken delivery of an iconic Olympic torch from the last time they were hosted in London. Loaned to the archives by Lloyds Banking Group, the...
Toy donation to children's refuge
2nd April 2012
Children at the Westminster domestic abuse refuge will get lots of new toys thanks to a £1,000 donation from housing association A2Dominion, writes Sophie Exton. Staff at the company took part in a survey giving their views on working there,...
Youths hunted after sexual offences in Maida Vale
2nd April 2012
Police are hunting boys as young as 10 after a spate of sexual assaults and flashing in Maida Vale over the past month. Between February 14 and March 14, there have been six offences on lone women, all carried out...
Academy expansion plans
2nd April 2012
Pimlico Academy could be extended to include a new primary school from September next year. A consultation kicked off this week, with residents given the chance to comment on the proposals to expand the Lupus Street school. Future, the education...
Council wins landmark subletting case
2nd April 2012
Westminster Council has won a landmark case against unlawful subletting of one of its properties. Herminio Nasciemento, 42, a former council tenant of a two bedroom flat on the Westbourne Park Estate, was jailed for 16 weeks on March 14,...
Matt Ricardo enjoys visiting The Magic Circle
2nd April 2012
Matt Ricardo, juggler of renown, visited and performed at The Magic Circle recently...
Matt Ricardo enjoys visiting The Magic Circle
3rd April 2012
Matt Ricardo, juggler of renown, visited and performed at The Magic Circle recently...
Matt Ricardo enjoys visiting The Magic Circle
3rd May 2012
Matt Ricardo, juggler of renown, visited and performed at The Magic Circle recently...
Pensioner fights for life after collision with motorbike
2nd April 2012
A 70-YEAR-OLD woman was fighting for her life today after a collision with a motorcyclist near Victoria station yesterday (Thursday March 22), writes Hilary Aked. An air ambulance was among the emergency services sent to the scene after the elderly...
Booking open for moreSunday Events
13th April 2012
Priority booking is now open for more of our Sunday music and comedy events. _______________________________________________________ Jimmy Carr returns to the Open Air Theatre on 8 July following last year’s sell-out. This summer he will be joined by guests (to be announced) in a charity performance in aid of the HOPING Foundation. Other comedy is provided [...]
Egg hunt at London Zoo
2nd April 2012
Zookeepers are celebrating the find of the first penguin egg to be laid at London Zoo's newest exhibit, Penguin Beach. Marking the beginning of an extra special Easter egg hunt, the keepers will now search every nest box in the...
Young man injured in shooting
2nd April 2012
A young man was seriously injured this week in a shooting on the Churchill Gardens Estate. Police were called at about 10.40pm on Wednesday (21), and found the man, in his teens or early 20s, suffering from gunshot wounds....
Charity walk around the Thames
2nd April 2012
More than 1,000 people will be shaking up their relaxed Sunday with a challenging charity walk around the River Thames on April 15. The Big Challenge, a sponsored 10km walk, will raise money for water projects in some of the...
20. A Great Saturday AM Ritual: Pottering about Borough Market
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
Here's my $.02 (£.01?...) on one of most obvious-but oft overlooked places in London that makes London such an incredible place: Borough Market....
I have a confession: I get up earlier on Saturday morning than I ever do during the week for work. Crazy, I know-but this is what you do when want to be at Borough Market before 8.30am on a Saturday! This is what you do to get the best pick of
19. Oasis of Calm in London’s heart: Picnic in Phoenix Gardens
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
When you are stuck in town on a sunny day with hot pavement beneath your feet and air full of exhaust fumes, it all can get a bit too much. Luckily tucked behind the Odeon on Shaftesbury Avenue, close to the hustle and bustle of Soho and the exhausting entertainments of Covent Garden is a little oasis of calm. Phoenix Gardens are the ideal place to take a picnic (or just a coffee or book) and
Hans Klok MIMC
3rd May 2012
I am honoured and thrilled to receive this
Hans Klok MIMC
2nd April 2012
I am honoured and thrilled to receive this
Hans Klok MIMC
3rd April 2012
I am honoured and thrilled to receive this
Nursery 'puts children's safety at risk'
2nd April 2012
A Church Street nursery is putting 'children's welfare and safety at risk' according to an Ofsted report. Abeona Nursery was visited last month, but the report has only just been published by inspectors, who found it to be 'inadequate' in...
New Building Plans on website
by The Phoenix Community Garden
19th March 2012
We are very excited to have the new building plans available on the ‘new building’ section of the website! Please do leave comments – any feedback is useful. Our architects, SustainableBYdesign, presented the plans at a pre-planning meeting … Continue reading →
Olivier Nominations
13th April 2012
Crazy for You has been nominated for 3 awards in the 2012 Oliviers. _______________________________________________________ Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre has received three Olivier Award nominations for Crazy For You: Best Musical Revival Best Theatre Choreography (Stephen Mear) Best Costume Design (Peter McKintosh) Also nominated was Javier de Frutos for Best Theatre Choreography (London Road) and Matthew [...]
18. Swimming with ducks in Hampstead Heath.
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
We Londoners easily loose touch with nature (my interaction with nature is nowadays limited to the disease-ridden basil plant in my kitchen – or an occasional dog poo on foot incident). That’s why I have found taking a dip in mossy water amongst semi-naked Londoners and other equally obscure forms of wildlife so…restorative.
A century old tradition, bathing in the wooded Hampstead ponds was once
17. Putting the 'Art' into clogged arteries: London's Fast Food Greats!
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
So the economic downturn seems to have created a capital craving for good ol' fast food. Here's some of the finest:
Lucky Chip at The Sebright Arms:
A street food take on pub grub. If you like your burgers sloppy, greasy, and named after film stars, Nettil Market's burger van based Lucky Chip have taken residency at the transformed old man's pub The Sebright Arms.
TOP FACT Michael
16. Become a Culture Vulture: London's Galleries in one Swoop
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
Right now in London there has never been so much art. I mean it is literally pouring out every single corner of central London. And, not only is it everywhere, the quality is truly outstanding. What is also wonderful about this, is that everyone I know (OK this could be an age thing) is getting involved and wants to go see these exhibitions.
Whilst the selection is quite literally intoxicating,
Young and Strange - Romsey
2nd April 2012
Magic Circle Members Richard Young and Sam Strange, 'Young and Strange' will present a spectacular, fast
Young and Strange - Romsey
3rd April 2012
Magic Circle Members Richard Young and Sam Strange, 'Young and Strange' will present a spectacular, fast
Young and Strange - Romsey
3rd May 2012
Magic Circle Members Richard Young and Sam Strange, 'Young and Strange' will present a spectacular, fast
A Magic Star Comes to Loddon!
2nd April 2012
Comedy Magician Ian Keable presents his one man show at the Loddon Millhouse Arts on 4th March...
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A Magic Star Comes to Loddon!
3rd April 2012
Comedy Magician Ian Keable presents his one man show at the Loddon Millhouse Arts on 4th March...
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A Magic Star Comes to Loddon!
3rd May 2012
Comedy Magician Ian Keable presents his one man show at the Loddon Millhouse Arts on 4th March...
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VERONICA FALLS, THU 14th MARCH
23rd April 2012
Beautifully contagious indie pop to put a spring in your step. The slightly off-kilter, enchanted world of London-Glasgow ensemble Veronica Falls has put together a perfectly concise, concentrated debut album of songs which will stick in your head and your [...]
JIM EYRE
23rd April 2012
Pictures. Lots. On a ‘deeper level’ you might say he finds an aesthetic something-or-other in the everyday, and by framing it out of context, gives it new significance. Either way, an enjoyable bit of viewing pleasure – sort of like [...]
15. Just Hanging Around: Rock Climbing at Westway
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
Ah the mid-week hump! A gritty morning coffee has relieved the lurking hangover, and come 5:30 I’m ready for some alternative evening’s entertainment to celebrate a successful Wednesday.
Londoners are spoilt for choice when it comes to alternatives, but here’s my insider’s tip: try indoor rock climbing.
It’s natural to question the fun of clambering artificial rocks, as well as the sanity of
news - Westway Sports Centre Bank Holiday Opening Times!
2nd April 2012
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Two jailed over violent robberies
27th February 2012
Two men have been jailed for a total of six years for a number of violent robberies, including one of a £30,000 Cartier watch. Algerians Morene Zouauoi, 29, and Samy Derras, 23, both of Artillery Place, Westminster, admitted the robbery...
Community social in Paddington
27th February 2012
Community spirit was given a boost in Paddington with a 'community social' for residents and businesses. The get together at Paddington Arts was organised by Tell It Parents Action Group and neighbouring residents who were concerned that crime in the...
Hunt for new home for Marylebone Library
23rd February 2012
The hunt is on for a new home for Marylebone Library after Westminster Council confirmed it would be closing its current building for refurbishment. At the moment, the library is based in Marylebone Town Hall, but that building is due...
Elderly residents supported at home
22nd February 2012
Elderly residents are being given a helping hand to stay safe in their homes as part of a pioneering new programme. Westminster Council environmental health officers have been carrying out 'Well at Home' visits to residents in the south of...
Help for unemployed young people
22nd February 2012
As part of a new scheme to help unemployed young people, Westminster Council is working with businesses to create 2,012 job, apprenticeship and work experience opportunities. Around 3,000 young people are looking for work in the borough, so the council...
Big Table saved from demolition
22nd February 2012
A bed shop which faced demolition to make way for a Crossrail substation has been saved after a massive community campaign. Big Table in Great Western Road leases its building from Network Rail, and had been told that Crossrail would...
14. A Shortcut to happiness: Swing Dancing in London
by Stickyboard
22nd February 2012
Want to get fit without trying? Meet fun friends, pretty girls and fine young men? Laugh out loud? Well these are all common side-effects of swing dancing!
When I first came to London seven years ago, knowing no-one and keen on anything that didn’t cost much, I turned up shyly to a free Christmas concert in the Royal Festival Hall ballroom. With a whirl of live big band music and a roomful of
2012 recruitment
13th April 2012
Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre are now recruiting Visitor Services Supervisors. _______________________________________________________ Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre has begun recruiting Visitor Services Supervisors (Box Office and FOH) for the 2012 season. The Visitor Services Supervisors assist and support the Visitor Services Management to deliver efficient and effective management of the box office, retail space, front-of-house [...]
Appeal over Victoria station assault
21st February 2012
Police have released CCTV images of two women they would like to speak to following an assault at Victoria Station. The victim, a 61 year-old woman, had risen from her seat to leave the 10.23am East Croydon to Victoria service...
Council spends £11.8m on CCTV
21st February 2012
Westminster Council has spent more than £10m on CCTV in the past four years - more than nearly any other authority. According to figures released under the Freedom of Information Act, Westminster was the second highest spender on installing, operating...
'Library Book' collection launched
21st February 2012
A collection of short stories by famous authors has been launched at Pimlico Library to help promote the service it provides. 'The Library Book' brings together 23 short stories by authors including Stephen Fry, Zadie Smith and Manic Street Preachers'...
Crossing removal would be 'devastating'
21st February 2012
Proposals to remove a pedestrian crossing in Pimlico would be 'devastating' for a nearby boat club. Transport for London has been consulting on whether or not the crossing in Grosvenor Road could be removed to improve traffic flow alongside the...
Marylebone Library open day
20th February 2012
Bookworms had a real treat at the weekend with an open day at Marylebone Library. Children took part in storytime and craft sessions while their parents got beauty advice and mini treatments from Jannat Beauty Spa staff. There were also...
New future for Old Marylebone Town Hall
20th February 2012
Old Marylebone Town Hall could be getting a much-needed renovation as the London Business School prepares to move in. The college is currently negotiating with Westminster Council over the lease of the building, which is nearly 100 years old, and...
Winter Wizardry Season update
16th February 2012
The Season of Winter Wizardry kicked off the first weekend of February at Stephenson Way with two packed houses enjoying The Magic Circle Mysteries. Magic
Winter Wizardry Season Update
17th February 2012
The Season of Winter Wizardry kicked off the first weekend of February at Stephenson Way
Green light for rooftop sports pitch
17th February 2012
Plans for a new rooftop sports pitch in Pimlico have been approved by Westminster Council. The pitch will be on top of the EDF electricity substation in Moreton Street, and will be kitted out with an all-weather multi-purpose playing surface...
Dyslexia seminars for parents and teachers
16th February 2012
Teachers and parents of dyslexic children are inivited to two free seminars run by specialist technology firm Texthelp. Guests will be able to see how technology can be used to bring out the best in dyslexic youngsters, take part in...
Youngsters keep fit at Beethoven Centre
15th February 2012
Fitness fanatics of all ages helped keep their new year's resolutions on track with a series of workshops at the Beethoven Centre, in Queens Park. Step Up, Shape Up, a one-day boot camp designed to help visitors with fitness, finances...
Volunteers needed to decorate centre
15th February 2012
Volunteers are needed to redecorate a large hall, reception area and corridor in a Marylebone community centre. Volunteer Centre Westminster is organising the makeover and needs 15 to 20 people to volunteer for a full day....
Mayfair man honoured by the church
15th February 2012
A Mayfair man has been rewarded by the church for more than 30 years of service to the Catholic National Library. Tony Martin, who attends the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Farm Street, was given a Papal merit medal...
New council refuse trucks unveiled
15th February 2012
Street cleaning vehicles that double up as winter gritters have been unveiled in Westminster. The council revealed the new trucks this week, claiming that the new fleet will save millions of pounds, while increasing service standards. It said that the...
13. Weekly wine tasting for a Fiver...in Kensington!?!
by Stickyboard
15th February 2012
For about 3 years now, every Thursday evening I go to the whole food’s supermarket for an event they call “Thirst Thursday”. I believe it started as a marketing ploy but has slowly turned into an un-missable London Social Event.
The premise is simple. For £5, you get to try 5 small glasses of wine and 5 small plates of food. The evenings are usually themed and generally try to promote different
12. A True Diamond in the Rough: Mudchute City Farm
by Stickyboard
15th February 2012
Beneath heady towers of London’s financial district, on the isle of dogs, sits 32 acres of green and pleasant land. This 32 acres of land that was once used to defend London from Nazi bombers and had the Eastend community of dockers at its heart, is now home to something special.
It is home to Mudchute Farm, the UK’s largest city farm.
Since 1977 the farm has been growing and it now has over
11. King of the Swinger ohh: Flying Trapeze London Style
by Stickyboard
15th February 2012
Ever climbed something reeeally high and had the urge to jump, do a couple of stylish spins in the air and land flawlessly on the ground with everyone watching and wooping? I haven’t.
But in some fantastic moment of madness last summer I signed up for a flying trapeze lesson on Acton Common with a company called Gorilla Circus, and it was amAZing!
Basically you climb this big ladder, which feels
Council tax 'frozen' for next year
14th February 2012
Council tax in Westminster is likely to be frozen for the fifth year in a row in 2012/13. Westminster Council announced this week that pending approval by its members, the annual council tax bill for Band D properties in the...
Weapons seized in Lisson Grove
14th February 2012
Police cracking down on gang crime in Westminster have uncovered a large haul of weapons in Lisson Grove. On Wednesday (8) as part of a force-wide campaign to tackle organised crime in London, officers recovered a large kitchen knife, a...
ROMEO & JULIET, ‘TIL MARCH 31st
23rd April 2012
What is love without warring families, social injustice and teenage infatuation? E-Harmony dates, maybe. Chocolate hearts and teddy bears. For anyone canny enough to get their hands on tickets for the celebrated Royal Ballet production will win many doubting hearts [...]
Community Council gathers support
13th February 2012
Plans to create London's first parish council in Queens Park have been boosted by support from a national group and two Westminster-based charities. Westminster Council's consultation on the plans to set up a Queens Park Community Council was due to...
Beekeeping plans for Victoria
13th February 2012
There is a buzz around Victoria at the moment with plans for beekeeping on the roofs of its buildings. It is one of the more unusual ways that new chairman of the Victoria Business Improvement District, Tom Foulkes, believes that...
Volunteer nominations open
13th February 2012
Volunteer Centre Westminster is currently inviting nominations for its annual awards in the borough. Now in its second year, the aim of the Westminster Volunteer Awards Scheme is to recognise the outstanding work of the volunteers in the community, as...
Free workshop for business start-ups
13th February 2012
Anyone looking for more information on starting their own business is invited to a workshop at Westminster Reference Library on Wednesday (22). The session, which runs from 10am to 12.30pm, is presented in partnership with Paddington Development Trust and the...
Number of children going into care drops
13th February 2012
The number of children in Westminster going into care has dropped by nearly a fifth in the past three years. Care proceedings, where a council has concern for a child and seeks to take him or her into care, have...
London Zoo books a roaring success
13th February 2012
Lions at London Zoo were pawing over a collection of new books, which they are starring in, this week. Written by award-winning authors, with the help of the zoo's keepers, scientists and conservationists, the books got the stamp of approval...
8. The One and Only... National Theatre
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
A theatre? What is so good about a theatre? I hear you say, apart from the obvious enjoyment of the evening and perhaps matinee performances. Well the National Theatre, I believe, is unlike any other theatre for the enormous variety not only in the productions being shown but all the other things that this building has to offer!
Situated on the Southbank which is considered to be one of the
New cycle route goes ahead
10th February 2012
A new cycle route from Paddington Basin to Maida Vale has been given the go ahead after an agreement was signed between the project partners. The £500,000 project will help create a safe crossing over Harrow Road and underneath the...
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 13th April
10th February 2012
Join us for another intimate evening of entertainment!
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 13th April - SOLD OUT!
14th April 2012
Join us for another intimate evening of entertainment!
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 13th April - SOLD OUT!
14th April 2012
Join us for another intimate evening of entertainment!
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 13th April
10th February 2012
Join us for another intimate evening of entertainment!
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 13th April - SOLD OUT!
3rd May 2012
Join us for another intimate evening of entertainment!
Letter - shock over Crossrail lorry plans
9th February 2012
The Westbourne Action Group on Crossrail (WAG-Crossrail), represents the views of residents affected by Crossrail's potential plans to send up to 70 heavy articulated lorries per day along Chepstow Road, Great Western Road and Westbourne Park Road within Westminster, and...
2. Night at the Museum... without Stiller
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
So you think you’ve been to the Science Museum? Not like this you haven’t. Keen to get more young adults into science, the museum, alongside others in London, has been throwing their doors open after hours for special Lates events.
Open access, exclusive demonstrations and yes, “refreshments”, combine to make one of the most educational and fun nights you’ll have out in town this year. To get
10. An experimental Sunday @ Brixton Market
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
For those of you who sing the praises of Borough Market but are hankering after something new, I can not recommend Brixton Indoor Market and the Brixton Electric Avenue Street Market enough. If you are a lover of food, or just enjoy a potter and a nibble, both of these will appeal! Ideal for a lazy late Sunday morning: you can peruse the delights of the markets and then settle down for a spot of
Stars of The Magic Circle - 24th March
9th February 2012
Join stars of The Magic Circle for the closing galas of the 2012 Season of Winter Wizardry on Saturday 24 March at 2.30pm and
Stars of The Magic Circle - 24th March
9th February 2012
Join stars of The Magic Circle for the closing galas of the 2012 Season of Winter Wizardry on Saturday 24 March at 2.30pm and
FASHIONISTAS
23rd April 2012
The days will be long and trying – forgo sensible tea and indulge in a spot of cake and a Marmalade Cobbler. A neat £10 to help one quickly rekindle tired feet, waning motivation and mental well-being. Easy.
BETTER FOR TWO
23rd April 2012
Dates / lovers / life partners regardless, dishes like this are why sometimes it pays to share. Or be very very greedy. Fruits de mer – £24 rock oysters, prawns, clams, mussels; salt & pepper squid, green chilli; seabass ceviche, [...]
Buck - present the facts on benefits
8th February 2012
Last week, a number of Britain's leading charities working with disabled people warned that the massive cost-cutting exercise scything through the welfare state appeared to be stoking up levels of abuse against them. The government's focus on alleged fraud and...
Paddington road to be closed for two years
7th February 2012
A Paddington road will be fully closed for two years while Crossrail work is carried out. Eastbourne Terrace is due to close on Sunday (12) and will remain shut until February 2014, meaning the taxi rank will have to move,...
Burst water main damages Bayswater homes
7th February 2012
A burst water main shut Bayswater Road between Queensway and Lancaster Gate for several hours on Tuesday (7) morning. The flooding caused damage to homes and businesses, with the basements of a pub and a hotel also suffering water damage....
Cold weather help for vulnerable residents
7th February 2012
With temperatures dropping and household bills rising, many pensioners have to make tough decisions to get by in cold weather. But this week, a new scheme is being rolled out across Westminster to support residents, particularly those who are older...
Booking open for Sunday events
13th April 2012
Booking for Sunday Events is now open. Throughout the summer, Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre will present a series of Sunday night music, comedy and film events. Whether attending a film screening or enjoying your favourite comedian, each event is enhanced by the unique atmosphere created as the night sky darkens and fairy lights twinkle [...]
Victoria army cadet honoured
6th February 2012
A young army cadet based in Victoria has been honoured for his 'outstanding leadership, energy and drive.' Lieutenant Steven Ronner, from the Rochester Row base, picked up the prestigious Jack Petchey Outstanding Youth Leader Award on January 30 during a...
Kings Troop marches out for the final time
6th February 2012
The High Street in St Johns Wood came to a standstill on Monday (6) morning as thousands of residents lined the road to bid a fond farewell to the King's Troop. Bunting and flags were hung the length of the...
Life-saving surgery for tiny kitten
6th February 2012
A tiny stray kitten has been saved by a whisker after having major heart surgery at the Blue Cross animal hospital in Victoria. At only six weeks old and weighing just 400g, Violet is the smallest ever animal to have...
9. Exercise and Indulgence: Richmond Park
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
This is the ultimate day trip if you have time, energy and feel like you just need to just get out of the city but you don't have a car. All you have to do is hop on the underground and go to Richmond Station and head to Richmond Park
Out the station turn left and weave your way through yummy mummies, city-boy-dads, prams and posh poodles. Stop off at Paul's on the way and grab yourself a coffee
Makeover for Maida Vale Library
3rd February 2012
Book worms in Westminster will benefit from a library makeover which will include new computers and a revamped self-service centre. But it comes at a price as Maida Vale Library will be closed for six weeks from February 13 so...
Samba footballers try out for top teams
2nd February 2012
Around 30 young footballers from a grassroots club in Maida Vale put their best feet forward to try out for some of the country's top football teams. Youngsters from Samba Street Soccer Club showed off their skills on the pitch...
Sheltered housing faces demolition - a year after refurbishment
2nd February 2012
Elderly residents in a sheltered housing complex are worried for their future after the council confirmed their homes could be demolished - a year after they were refurbished. Pensioners living at Penn House in Lisson Grove were given hope when...
100 great things about London
1st February 2012
Brimming full of character, the joint is certainly worth taking a nosey aroundVisiting The Magic Circle is highlighted as one of the best things
100 great things about London
1st February 2012
Brimming full of character, the joint is certainly worth taking a nosey aroundVisiting The Magic Circle is highlighted as one of the best things
100 great things about London
3rd May 2012
Brimming full of character, the joint is certainly worth taking a nosey aroundVisiting The Magic Circle is highlighted as one of the best things
7. London’s Heart; A touching memorial
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
London is a reflection of the people who live in it. Our lust can be found in the narrow alleys of Soho, our need for knowledge is reflected in London’s libraries and bookshops. Our gluttony and our multi-culturalism can be seen in restaurants providing food from all over the globe. Our capacity for violence can be found in the need for police stations and our neglect for those less fortunate
6. Zoo Lates; See the animals in a whole new way!
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
Going to the zoo doesn't just have to be for toddlers and hassled parents trying to keep tabs on their over excited children, there is in fact a whole animal kingdom out there waiting for the rest of us; Zoo Lates at London Zoo.
As the last of the lunch boxes and school coaches roll out of the gates, the green picnic spaces make way for pop up bars, food stands (from Ostrich burgers to Spanish
5. A date with a view!
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
On a glorious summer evening I went for a cocktail at Searcy's at The Gherkin - a Private Members Bar with one of the best views in London.
On the 48th floor, the bar has a 360 degree view of all of London and it is simply breath taking! I was with a date but rather than try and impress each other with sophisticated chat, our excited giddiness took over and we started playing i-spy, capering
4. London in Bloom; Columbia Road Flower Market
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
Every Londoner should visit this fantastic market in Shoreditch. It's one of the few excellent London markets open on Sunday and worth a visit any time of the year. This unassuming road is filled with market stalls of flowers and plants, barrow boys, food stalls and craft shops.
The prices are incredible. Last time I was there I got an mini orange tree with fruit on it for £3. I know a few
Victorian Society criticise Crossrail plans
31st January 2012
Historical campaigners have hit out at plans to build a Crossrail substation on the site of a Victorian coffee house. The Victorian Society, the national charity fighting to preserve remnants of the era, has written to the firm asking them...
Pimlico school supports charity scheme
31st January 2012
A Pimlico primary school has just finished a project launched by a national charity to support children from deprived areas. Families and Schools Together (FAST) has been developed by Save the Children to help parents and work with schools to...
Youth radio station takes over the airwaves
31st January 2012
A community radio station is taking over the airwaves for the 16th year with a lively schedule of programmes. The Avenues Youth Project's hugely popular in-house radio station, Avenues FM 87.7 is returning to broadcast live from February 6 until...
Road closed in hunt for 'shooting' victim
31st January 2012
A main route through Maida Vale was shut for around 24 hours after an alleged shooting from a car. But police officers were left scratching their heads after they found bullet casings at the scene in Kilburn Park Road, but...
Academy students learn hotel trade
30th January 2012
A group of students from Paddington Academy had the chance to tour a nearby hotel and learn more about how it works behind the scenes. The Year 12 students, studying a B-TEC in hospitality, saw first-hand the duties of individual...
Victoria given Purple Flag status
30th January 2012
Victoria was named among the safest nights out in London at an awards ceremony this week. The district was given a Purple Flag award by the Association for Town Centre Management, which recognises that it provides a safe and enjoyable...
Suspected shooting closes Maida Vale road
30th January 2012
Police closed a busy main road in Maida Vale for more than 12 hours following a suspected shooting. Officers were called just before 5pm on Sunday (29) to reports of a shooting from a car in Kiburn Park Road....
3. London's Prestige: A night @ the Magic Circle
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
So you’ve taken in a couple of shows, checked out the latest exhibits, but have you visited the premier magical society in the fascinating world of mystery and illusion?
Well...neither had I. That was until I went the Magic Circle’s headquarters for one of their public show. Forget Darren Brown, forget David Blaine, this promises to be an evening full of magic, comedy, ventriloquism and a guy
1. Ice Skating with Ravens
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
It's that time of year - Winter arrives, sites all over London put up ice rinks in their back gardens, and Londoners suddenly become convinced that they too can glide gracefully around on thin slithers of metal whilst retaining perfect balance and poise...
But with so many venues now sporting rinks, the real difficulty can be deciding where to go. This year I had heard that the Ice Rink at the
200 year-old trees removed
27th January 2012
A pair of 200 year-old trees have been cut down by Westminster Council who say they were too diseased to remain. The iconic Berkeley Square in Mayfair was closed to pedestrians while work was carried out on the two London...
Field - restore justice to financial system
27th January 2012
This week, the government's business minister, Vince Cable, announced to parliament that the coalition government will rapidly move towards legislating to give shareholders control over the 'excess of capitalism' and clamp down on the 'rewards for failure.' Perhaps more than...
Into the Woods in New York
13th April 2012
Into the Woods will be playing in Central Park this summer. This summer Timothy Sheader, Artistic Director of Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, will direct, and Liam Steel will co-direct, Sondheim’s Into the Woods in New York’s Central Park for The Public Theater. Based on our 2010 Olivier Award-winning show, this new production will feature [...]
Creative Teams Announced
13th April 2012
2012 season creative teams confirmed The complete creative team for our 2012 season has been confirmed. Timothy Sheader will direct the musical Ragtime, with choreography by Javier de Frutos. Musical direction is by Nigel Lilley and orchestrations by Chris Walker. Matthew Dunster will direct A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Matthew is an Associate Artist at the [...]
Hundreds say goodbye to carnival organiser
26th January 2012
Hundreds of family and friends gathered in Notting Hill to celebrate the life of one of the carnival's original organisers. A crowd gathered outside All Saints Church on Thursday (26) morning, waiting for the coffin of Selwyn Baptiste, who died...
Sheader’s National Theatre Debut
13th April 2012
Timothy Sheader will direct his first show at the National Theatre this Christmas. _______________________________________________________ It has been announced today that our Artistic Director Timothy Sheader will direct his first show at the National Theatre this Christmas. The play, The Count of Monte Cristo, will be adapted by Richard Bean whose acclaimed production of One Man [...]
Deadline looms for civic award nominations
24th January 2012
The deadline for nominations for Westminster's civic community awards is Tuesday January 31. The borough is full of people and organisations who dedicate their time to helping the community, and Westminster Council is looking for those who deserve to be...
Schoolchildren visit refurbished cinema
24th January 2012
More than 80 schoolchildren were invited to visit a newly refurbished cinema at Whiteleys shopping centre. Odeon has just completed redecorating its screens at the centre in Bayswater, and invited youngsters from Hallfield School in Westminster to a free screening...
Bookies taking bets on new leader
24th January 2012
Speculation about who will be the next leader of Westminster Council began as soon as Colin Barrow announced he would be stepping down. And just a few days later, bookies Ladbrokes were offering odds on who would be his likely...
Vote in the Whatsonstage.com Awards
13th April 2012
Crazy for You has been nominated for 6 awards and Jon Bausor for Best Set Design. _______________________________________________________ Voting for the Whatsonstage.com Awards closes on 31 January. Crazy for You has been nominated for SIX awards: Best Musical Revival Best Choreographer (Stephen Mear) Best Actor in a Musical (Sean Palmer) Best Actress in a Musical (Clare Foster) Best [...]
Homeless shelter given new lease of life
23rd January 2012
A Marylebone day centre used by vulnerable homeless women has been given a new lease of life by a group of volunteers. Paddington Waterside Partnership joined forces with Vodafone to help redecorate the Marylebone Project on Friday (20) to brighten...
Book donation in memory of Fred
23rd January 2012
A set of books have been donated to Maida Vale Library in memory of avid reader Fred Berry, on what would have been his 98th birthday. The Essendine Residents Association handed over the books last week in memory of Mr...
Bayswater man hung himself over housing fears
20th January 2012
A well-loved Bayswater man hung himself over fears he could lose his home, an inquest heard. Juan Astobiza Coba, 69, was found at his Kildare Gardens home on November 9 by police, who were asked to check on him after...
Michael Gove visits Westminster Academy
20th January 2012
Education secretary Michael Gove enjoyed a tour of Westminster Academy where he unveiled a new support package for schools. The MP met staff and students at the school in Harrow Road, which he described as 'fantastic,' on Wednesday (18). He...
Planned West End parking charges scrapped
19th January 2012
Controversial parking charges planned for the West End are being scrapped by Westminster Council. Less than a week after leader Colin Barrow announced his resignation, he asked the council to prepare a report to stop the proposed evening and weekend...
TAINTED LADY
23rd April 2012
Light and dainty, but packs enough punch to unexpectedly floor even the manliest of men. A twist on the timeless, androgynous White Lady. 50ml Beefeater 24 25ml Cointreau 35ml pink grapefruit juice 25ml egg white Shake hard with lots of [...]
Pupils from low income families in UK top 10
19th January 2012
Pupils from low-income families in Hammersmith and Fulham, Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster do better in exams than children in most other boroughs, according to think tank CentreForum. The three boroughs are ranked in the top 10 in the country,...
Marathon school run for Colin Jackson
18th January 2012
Former Olympic athlete Colin Jackson dusted off his running shoes to take on a marathon school run in Westminster. The gold medallist ran a 15 mile route across the borough, passing each of its primary schools to celebrate the fact...
Business group appoints new chairman
17th January 2012
A group working to improve the Victoria area for businesses has appointed a new chairman. Victoria Business Improvement District (BID) has announced that Tom Foulkes will take up the role from this month, replacing Mike Noakes, who filled the role...
Cholera exhibition opens
17th January 2012
A new exhibition vividly brings to life the story of cholera in Victorian London and how key figures in Westminster helped find the cause of the catastrophic disease. The subsequent construction of the capital's sewage system, which now keeps the...
Murals brighten up substation
17th January 2012
By Sophie Garrod Schoolchildren have helped brighten up an electricity substation in St Johns Wood by making colourful murals to go on display outside it. Helped by a team of artists, youngsters from Rosary and Holy Trinity Church of England...
Fire at newly refurbished restaurant
17th January 2012
A recently refurbished Chinese restaurant may have to close for up to a week following a fire which damaged several floors of the building. Firefighters were called to Royal China in Queensway, Bayswater, at about 10.45am on Monday (16) following...
World-first robotic surgery
17th January 2012
In a world first, surgeons at St Mary's Hospital in Paddington have used new robotic technology to treat a patient with a weak spot in his main artery. Barry Merchant, 67, was the first patient with a complex aortic aneurysm...
Doctor told 'refer obese patients to zoo'
16th January 2012
A doctor working at St Mary's Hospital in Paddington claims he was told to refer obese patients to London Zoo when he was training. Riaz Dharamshi, a geriatric registrar at the hospital made the revelations in a blog, claiming that...
High Court rules on bin advertising
16th January 2012
Adverts on cigarette bins outside pubs and other premises promoting minicabs may have to be removed following a court ruling. Westminster Council fought off an appeal by Addison Lee against a magistrates court ruling, during which the company said they...
Cycle to Africa - teacher's progress
16th January 2012
Pimlico primary school teacher Gareth Morris gave up the nine to five to cycle 12,000 miles from London to South Africa for charity. His year-long journey, which he is completing with five friends from Nottingham University, began on August 7,...
Council leader to step down
16th January 2012
The competition is heating up in the race to be Westminster Council's new leader after Councillor Colin Barrow announced his resignation. Conservative Mr Barrow shocked colleagues with the decision on Saturday (14) that he would step down in March, having...
Teen stabbed in Edgware Road fight
13th January 2012
A 16 year-old boy was stabbed when a fight broke out among a group of youths in Edgware Road. Eyewitnesses reported seeing a 'group of youngsters' who got into a fight close to the junction with Broadley Street at around...
Letter - families hit hardest by benefit changes
13th January 2012
A recent independent report has revealed that families and children will be the hardest hit by the Tory and Lib Dem tax and benefit changes. The findings show that the Coalition is allowing the most vulnerable members of society to...
St Mary's cancer staff praised
by Stickyboard
12th January 2012
The wife of Paddington Bear author Michael Bond has praised staff at St Mary's Hospital for their kindness as she fought lung cancer. Retired Sue Bond, who lives in Paddington, was diagnosed with the condition a year ago, and was...
Fire crews tackle basement flat blaze
by Stickyboard
11th January 2012
Around 10 firefighters were called a blaze in a basement flat on Shroton Street, Paddington, on Tuesday (10) afternoon. Crews from Paddington were called at 4.30pm and had the flames under control within half an hour....
Cigarette caused coffee shop fire
by Stickyboard
11th January 2012
A fire which damaged the basement of a coffee shop in the early hours of Wednesday (11) was caused by a cigarette. Around 30 firefighters were called to the fire in Victoria Street at about 2.15am, and residents from the...
Police raid homes of robbery suspects
by Stickyboard
10th January 2012
Police swooped on the homes of suspected gang members alleged to have been preying on lone women in a spate of robberies across Westminster. In a dawn raid on Tuesday (10), officers arrested a 32 year-old man on suspicion of...
Police shave heads for charity
by Stickyboard
10th January 2012
by Rebecca Shehani Two police officers are a cut above the rest after shaving their heads to raise money for Help for Heroes. PC Ian Prior, 53 and PC Ian Bowden, who is in his twenties, from Belgravia Police Station...
Free wifi across the borough
by Stickyboard
10th January 2012
Visitors and residents in Westminster and Kensington and Chelsea can enjoy free wifi access following a landmark deal between the councils and network operator O2. The deal will result in the largest free wireless hub in Europe, making it available...
Council defends 'new street policy'
by Stickyboard
10th January 2012
Westminster Council has defended a decision to convert single yellow lines to doubles in 175 of the borough's streets. The authority had been accused of introducing a ban on weekend and evening parking 'by stealth,' by stopping parking in these...
Shisha cafe loses licence after 'headbutt'
by Stickyboard
10th January 2012
A shisha cafe has been stripped of its licence after a staff member allegedly headbutted a customer. Room One on Edgware Road already had its license suspended, but now must stop trading altogether following the incident which led to the...
Tributes to carnival organiser
by Stickyboard
9th January 2012
Tributes have paid to one of the original organisers of the Notting Hill Carnival, who has died of cancer aged 75. Selwyn Baptiste is thought to have been responsible for bringing steel bands to the streets of west London for...
Image of 200 year-old cycle school found
by Stickyboard
9th January 2012
Cyclists can always be seen on the capital's roads, but you would be hard pushed to see one in top hat using his feet to scoot around on a bike. But nearly 200 years ago, when cycling was first introduced...
World's biggest Parkour centre opens
by Stickyboard
9th January 2012
The world's largest dedicated free running centre has opened at Westminster Academy. London Experience of Art du Deplacement and Parkour (LEAP) was launched on Friday (6) with a spectacular display from members of Parkour Generations, including co-founder Dan Edwardes (corr)....
Letter - deep concern over arcade
by Stickyboard
9th January 2012
I would like to think that Ms Preller is right (letters January 6) in thinking that I need not worry any more about the future of Burlington Arcade because the large international concerns the owners want to attract may not...
Most popular library books revealed
by Stickyboard
6th January 2012
Film adaptations, English grammar books and citizenship guides have emerged as 'top of the pops' at Westminster libraries during the past year. According to Westminster Council, which operates 11 libraries in the borough, Stieg Larsson's The Girl with the Dragon...
Two arrested after Queens Park shooting
by Stickyboard
6th January 2012
Two further men have been arrested by officers from Operation Trident in connection with a shooting on the Mozart Estate, Queens Park. On December 21, shortly before 4pm, a 21 year-old man was shot three times in the chest at...
Booking now open for 2012
13th April 2012
Booking is now open for our 2012 season _______________________________________________________ Booking is now open for our 2012 season. Two productions will run across the entire season: the Tony Award-winning musical Ragtime will begin previews on 18 May followed by A Midsummer Night’s Dream on 2 June. To mark the occasion, cast members from our 2011 hit [...]
Police hunt station assault suspect
by Stickyboard
5th January 2012
British Transport Police are hunting a man who verbally abused a member of rail staff, then pushed a passer by who tried to help, at Victoria station. Officers have released CCTV images of a man they would like to speak...
Council scoops top parade prize
by Stickyboard
4th January 2012
Dressing as characters from Peter Pan helped Westminster Council scoop the top prize at the New Year's Day Parade. Senior councillors and officers donned the costumes as they acted out scenes from the classic children's book for their part in...
Annual stock take at London Zoo
by Stickyboard
4th January 2012
There was no time for monkeying around at London Zoo on Wednesday (4) as the keepers began the tricky task of counting their animals. Staff grabbed their calculators and a pen-guin and paper to check off more than 18,000 animals...
Free music event at Pimlico Library
by Stickyboard
8th January 2012
Listen to, discuss and read about different genres of music at an event in Pimlico Library on Thursday January 12. There will be a workshop with rapper and writer Lyndon Haynes, music performances from bands and rappers, and food and...
Pimlico Nursery open day
by Stickyboard
7th January 2012
Pimlico Nursery is holding an open day on Thursday, January 12. Visitors can meet the nursery team between 9.30am and 4.30pm....
Queens Park gets community pilot
by Stickyboard
6th January 2012
The government has chosen Queens Park as one of 10 neighbourhoods to pilot a scheme that will open up participation in public services....
Council accused of banning parking 'by stealth'
by Stickyboard
4th January 2012
Westminster Council has been accused of banning West End parking 'by stealth' after it removed more than 1,000 parking spaces. The latest move, which came just a few days after the High Court blocked the introduction of controversial evening and...
One Stop services move into communities
by Stickyboard
5th January 2012
The three traditional One Stop Services at City Hall, Church Street and Harrow Road have now closed. New One Stop Express services are available at 19 locations, including all of the borough's libraries, and give free access to the council's...
Benefits could be linked to behaviour
by Stickyboard
4th January 2012
Westminster Council could become the first in the country to link council tax benefit payments to behaviour. The benefit is currently paid to those who pay council tax, but whose income or savings are below a certain level, and to...
Actor donates 1,000 books to library
by Stickyboard
4th January 2012
Actor Simon Callow has donated nearly 1,000 of his own books, including hundreds of specialist performing arts titles, to Westminster Reference Library. The stage and screen actor, who has appeared in films including Four Weddings and a Funeral and Shakespeare...
Police raids in gang crackdown
by Stickyboard
3rd January 2012
Police have raided the homes of up to 20 suspected gang members, including several in Westminster, following the death of a teenager in Oxford Street. Officers targeted the addresses of those they suspect are associated with gangs which could have...
St John's Wood boy repays hospital which saved his life
by Stickyboard
29th December 2011
AN ELEVEN-YEAR-OLD boy raised more than £1,000 for a hospital which left a lasting impression on him, writes Greg Burns. Ayomide Soleye, of Arnold House School, in St John's Wood, spent a week in the Royal Free Hospital in 2008...
Letter: Tory Westminster Council is cynically exploiting disabled, says Labour
by Stickyboard
29th December 2011
Of course everyone supports double yellow lines at dropped kerbs so that the disabled, the elderly and parents with prams can cross the road safely. But helping the disabled is just a very small part of the Council's plans to...
Man critical after shooting at Mozart Estate
by Stickyboard
22nd December 2011
by Adam Courtney A YOUNG man is fighting for life after being shot in the chest three times on the Mozart Estate in Queen's Park....
Max Somerset - 16th-17th March
30th January 2012
Following his sell out show last Summer at The Magic Circle, he's back for two nights. Maximilian Somerset's signature tricks,
Max Somerset - 16th-17th March
2nd April 2012
Following his sell out show last Summer at The Magic Circle, he's back for two nights. Maximilian Somerset's signature tricks,
Max Somerset - 16th-17th March
3rd April 2012
Following his sell out show last Summer at The Magic Circle, he's back for two nights. Maximilian Somerset's signature tricks,
Max Somerset - 16th-17th March
30th January 2012
Following his sell out show last Summer at The Magic Circle, he's back for two nights. Maximilian Somerset's signature tricks,
Max Somerset - 16th-17th March
3rd May 2012
Following his sell out show last Summer at The Magic Circle, he's back for two nights. Maximilian Somerset's signature tricks,
New parking charges put on hold
by Stickyboard
16th December 2011
Controversial plans to introduce evening and weekend parking charges in Westminster have been shelved after a High Court judge granted campaigners a judicial review. Westminster Council had planned to introduce the charges next month, but on Thursday (15) revealed that...
Buck - 2011 a year of mixed blessings
by Stickyboard
23rd December 2011
Some years seem to pass without drama, others pack in every kind of turbulence. 2011 has been a bumper year, although its blessings have been mixed ones. From the heady Arab spring to the slaughter on the streets of Syria,...
13 arrested in Border Agency raids
by Stickyboard
13th December 2011
Thirteen people have been arrested in two separate UK Border Agency raids on restaurants in Westminster. Officers visited Tuk Tuk Thai Noodle Bar in Queensway, Bayswater on Thursday (8), where they arrested five Chinese men and two Malaysian women all...
Human rights day at academy
by Stickyboard
13th December 2011
Youngsters at Pimlico Academy spent a day learning about wars around the world and the roles children often end up playing in them. Students in year seven at the school in Lupus Street began the day being taught about human...
Council calls on Crossrail to support businesses
by Stickyboard
13th December 2011
Westminster Council has called on Crossrail to limit the damaging impact of works on businesses, residents and visitors. Following a site visit in June with councillors, Terry Morgan, the chairman of Crossrail, assured the council that the firm would support...
New civic contract for Westminster
by Stickyboard
13th December 2011
A new civic contract has been launched by Westminster Council to end what it calls the 'something for nothing' culture in London. The council will enter into the contract with residents, businesses and tourists, to support citizenship and community engagement...
Westbourne shopping parade gets a facelift
by Stickyboard
12th December 2011
The final touches were made in a facelift for the Westbourne shopping parade opposite Westminster Academy this week. In Westminster's local shopping centre health check for 2007, the string of shops was ranked 38th out of 39 centres, with residents...
New childcare support scheme
by Stickyboard
13th December 2011
A new pilot scheme is aiming to remove expensive up front childcare costs for Westminster parents re-entering work after a period of unemployment. Westminster Council is launching the Local Childcare Affordability Programme on December 16, helping families return to work...
Students sprinkle fairy tale magic in panto
by Stickyboard
12th December 2011
Budding actors and actresses at Paddington Academy have been delighting audiences with performances of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The students, aged 11 to 18, gave a total of seven performances last week, including four matinees for children at...
First tenants move in to affordable homes
by Stickyboard
12th December 2011
Two large families have been given the keys to their new eco-friendly homes in Queens Park - the first new council houses in Westminster for 30 years. The council has been working with CityWest Homes and Westminster Community Homes to...
Letter - fare rises unfairly affect women
by Stickyboard
14th December 2011
I am writing from the point of view of a St Johns Wood and Westminster community member, a woman and a family person. Since Boris Johnson became Mayor in 2008 he has continuously raised transport fares which were substantially held...
Letter - arcade made for small shops
by Stickyboard
12th December 2011
Members of Westminster City Council's Planning Application Sub Committee spoke for the whole of London when they said that it was the small shops which gave the Burlington Arcade its unique character. They made it clear that there was no...
Christmas stories and crafts
by Stickyboard
13th December 2011
Children can read Christmas stories and make decorations and cards during a festive afternoon at Maida Vale Library. Youngsters aged five and over are invited along to the library in Sutherland Avenue on December 21 from 2.30-4pm to join in...
Winter play programme
by Stickyboard
12th December 2011
A winter play programme for five to 11 year-olds is being held in St Johns Wood from December 19-22, including lots of arts and crafts sessions Activities will include jewellery and gift making, cooking, table football tournaments, table tennis coaching...
The Cheeky Dog Puppet and Magic Show - 16th February
3rd May 2012
The Magic Circle is delighted to announce, as part of its Season of Winter Wizardry,
The Cheeky Dog Puppet and Magic Show - 16th February
5th February 2012
The Magic Circle is delighted to announce, as part of its Season of Winter Wizardry,
The Cheeky Dog Puppet and Magic Show - 16th February
30th January 2012
The Magic Circle is delighted to announce, as part of its Season of Winter Wizardry,
The Cheeky Dog Puppet and Magic Show - 16th February
30th January 2012
The Magic Circle is delighted to announce, as part of its Season of Winter Wizardry,
The Cheeky Dog Puppet and Magic Show - 16th February
5th February 2012
The Magic Circle is delighted to announce, as part of its Season of Winter Wizardry,
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 9th March - SOLD OUT!
3rd May 2012
Join us for another intimate evening of entertainment!
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 9th March - SOLD OUT!
2nd April 2012
Join us for another intimate evening of entertainment!
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 9th March
30th January 2012
Join us for another intimate evening of entertainment!
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 9th March - SOLD OUT!
3rd April 2012
Join us for another intimate evening of entertainment!
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 9th March
30th January 2012
Join us for another intimate evening of entertainment!
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 10th February - SOLD OUT
7th February 2012
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 10th February - SOLD OUT
3rd May 2012
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 10th February - SOLD OUT
7th February 2012
The Season of Winter Wizardry
30th January 2012
Jack Delvin MIMC, President of The Magic Circle reports: "I am delighted to announce The
The Season of Winter Wizardry
3rd May 2012
Jack Delvin MIMC, President of The Magic Circle reports: "I am delighted to announce The
The Season of Winter Wizardry
30th January 2012
Jack Delvin MIMC, President of The Magic Circle reports: "I am delighted to announce The
Nearly £2k raised at charity carol concert
by Stickyboard
9th December 2011
There was plenty of Christmas cheer for supporters and staff of the Cardinal Hume Centre in Victoria, as they attended the annual fundraising carol concert. Singing at the service in Our Lady of Victories Church in Kensington High Street, was...
St Johns Wood Christmas Fair
by Stickyboard
8th December 2011
There were a couple of famous faces helping to get the festive season underway in St Johns Wood. Daniel Roche, the 12 year-old star of BBC One show Outnumbered, made a surprise appearance at the Christmas Fair on Sunday December...
Supporting the elderly this Christmas
by Stickyboard
8th December 2011
As the winter draws in and temperatures drop, Westminster Council is working to make sure its older residents are looked after this Christmas. Calling upon residents to look out for friends and neighbours, the council has asked that they call...
MP's daughter died of diabetes complications
by Stickyboard
7th December 2011
The 24 year-old daughter of a Labour MP died in her Victoria flat of complications from her diabetes. Sian Howarth, whose father is George Howarth, MP for Knowsley North and Sefton East in Liverpool, was found by her flatmate on...
New DVD celebrates Westminster Saint
by Stickyboard
6th December 2011
A new DVD has been released telling the story of St John Southworth, a Saint of the Diocese of Westminster. Filmed on location in London, and aimed for use in schools, the 22 minute film tells the story of St...
Schoolgirl wins public speaking contest
by Stickyboard
5th December 2011
A schoolgirl from Westminster took the top prize in a regional public speaking competition, and now faces national competition in the grand final next year. Westminster Academy student Soumaya Difillah, 15, won the Jack Petchey 'Speak Out' Challenge for Westminster...
Letter - Parking charges 'damaging'
by Stickyboard
5th December 2011
Westminster Council's decision to impose evening and Sunday parking charges in the West End is not only unpopular with 98% of residents, businesses and workers, but it is also being introduced on 9th January 2012, just before the busiest year...
John Archer at The Magic Circle - 2nd March
30th January 2012
John Archer at The Magic Circle's Season of Winter Wizardry
He's won 'The Magic Circle
John Archer at The Magic Circle - 2nd March
30th January 2012
John Archer at The Magic Circle's Season of Winter Wizardry
He's won 'The Magic Circle
John Archer at The Magic Circle - 2nd March
2nd April 2012
John Archer at The Magic Circle's Season of Winter Wizardry
He's won 'The Magic Circle
John Archer at The Magic Circle - 2nd March
3rd April 2012
John Archer at The Magic Circle's Season of Winter Wizardry
He's won 'The Magic Circle
John Archer at The Magic Circle - 2nd March
3rd May 2012
John Archer at The Magic Circle's Season of Winter Wizardry
He's won 'The Magic Circle
Busy month at TMC
30th January 2012
Jack Delvin MIMC, President of The Magic Circle reports: “I’m delighted to announce that it has been an incredibly busy couple of months for The
Busy month at TMC
30th January 2012
Jack Delvin MIMC, President of The Magic Circle reports: “I’m delighted to announce that it has been an incredibly busy couple of months for The
Little Venice man found dead in car
by Stickyboard
2nd December 2011
A Little Venice minicab driver lay dead in the back of his car for up to two days as passers-by assumed he was asleep, an inquest heard. Fears were raised when 36-year-old Lotifur Rahman left his Downfield Close home on...
Steve Allen's Magic Circle Mysteries - 4th February
30th January 2012
Join LBC 97.3FM's Steve Allen AIMC as he launches
Steve Allen's Magic Circle Mysteries - 4th February
30th January 2012
Join LBC 97.3FM's Steve Allen AIMC as he launches
Panto brings festive cheer to sick kids
by Stickyboard
2nd December 2011
A Christmas pantomime brought a dose of festive fun to children at a Paddington hospital. Young patients with their parents and staff at St Mary's Hospital were cheered up with a performance of Aladdin. The hospital's paediatric department joined up...
Much-loved Marylebone nursery saved from brink of closure by parent power
by Stickyboard
2nd December 2011
Parent power has helped rescue a treasured Marylebone nursery from the brink of closure. John-Paul and Frances Preston, whose two daughters Ava, four, and Isla, three, attended the Welbeck Nursery in George Street, were devastated to learn earlier this year...
Christmas is coming to Westminster
by Stickyboard
1st December 2011
Christmas lights will be switched on across the borough as the festive season gets underway. Here's our guide of Christmas events in and around Westminster....
Young father killed in motorbike crash
by Stickyboard
1st December 2011
A young Lisson Grove father died while testing out his new motorbike just days after buying it, an inquest heard. Yad Qadir, 28, of Blanche Court, Whitehaven Street, was killed almost instantly as he collided with the central reservation on...
Supermodel to light up Pimlico
by Stickyboard
1st December 2011
Celebrity guest Elle Macpherson will brave the cold to switch on the Christmas lights in Pimlico tonight. The supermodel, known as The Body, will turn on sparkling white lights on a 20ft tree, which stands at the junction of Moreton...
Victoria man hands petition to Downing Street on behalf of older people
by Stickyboard
1st December 2011
A care home resident rode up to 10 Downing Street in his mobility scooter to present a petition calling for a dedicated minister for older people. Denis Warrilow of Norton House, in Arneway Street, Victoria, was representing more than 137,000...
Strike action hits Westminster services
by Stickyboard
30th November 2011
Strikes by public sector workers have caused disruption to Westminster's schools, libraries and a hospital today. Most schools in the borough were hit by the industrial action, with 28 schools fully closed, 19 schools partially closed and five schools fully...
Letters: Cuts unfair on children
by Stickyboard
1st December 2011
Tory councillors have recently admitted to introducing massive cuts to children's services across Westminster. The Conservatives have cut each of the Children's Delivery Unit and the Early Intervention Grant budgets by nearly 20 per cent....
Actress releases balloons for charity
by Stickyboard
29th November 2011
Actress Barbara Windsor almost got carried away today as she released 100 pink and white balloons at a Paddington hospital. The former Eastenders star joined staff and patients at St Mary's Hospital, in Praed Street, to mark the end of...
Hospital has high survival rates
by Stickyboard
30th November 2011
Survival rates at a Paddington hospital are high, according to a national independent report. The 2011 Dr Foster Hospital Guide shows how a third of patients with serious health conditions treated by staff at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust survived...
Millions to be returned to council coffers
by Stickyboard
1st December 2011
Westminster Council is likely to recover millions of pounds feared lost for good when Icelandic banks collapsed three years ago. The local authority is one of almost 150 across the country fighting to reclaim their investments, following the collapse in...
Awards for two Westminster students
by Stickyboard
29th November 2011
Two former students from City of Westminster College were among 100 young people honoured at a Helena Kennedy Foundation awards ceremony held at the House of Lords recently. The event recognises students from disadvantaged backgrounds who have progressed onto higher...
Most libraries to close during strike
by Stickyboard
29th November 2011
Most libraries in Westminster are expected to close tomorrow as a result of 24-hour industrial action planned by several public service unions over reforms to their pensions. The following libraries are expected to close, although the information is subject to...
Improve mind and body in Queen's Park
by Stickyboard
2nd December 2011
QUEEN'S PARK: Find out how to improve personal health and wellbeing at the Beethoven Centre, in Third Avenue, from 6.30pm to 8.30pm on December 6. The free Mind and Body event will offer a range of activities and therapies, information...
Field: Deficit plans revisited
by Stickyboard
9th December 2011
Mark Field, Conservative MP for Cities of London and Westminster, here revisits the deficit plans in his monthly column for the Westminster Chronicle. It was not supposed to be like this. Only twelve months ago we were assured that the...
Zookeepers help nurture baby monkey
by Stickyboard
1st December 2011
At only three weeks old, a tiny endangered monkey who was born at London Zoo is firmly clinging on to life. The tiny 4in Francois langur monkey was rejected by mum Lee Lee after his birth and is now being...
Pimlico residents hit out over rents
by Stickyboard
30th November 2011
Key workers in Pimlico have demanded assurances that their currently affordable rents will not soar to 'sky high' levels. Earlier this year, homes on the Millbank Estate and three other estates in London were sold by the Crown Estate to...
Victoria animal hospital saves stray cat
by Stickyboard
29th November 2011
Vets at a Victoria animal hospital have helped save the life of a stray kitten who was suffering from a rare heart condition. At only four months old, Cloudy was found helplessly roaming the streets. During a routine check, vets...
Winter show comes to North Paddington
by Stickyboard
30th November 2011
NORTH PADDINGTON: Budding young performers will put their dancing shoes on for the annual winter show at Paddington Arts, in Woodfield Road. Audiences can expect a mixture of dance, steel pan bands, singing, poetry and multimedia at the event, which...
Strikes to close half Westminster schools
by Stickyboard
29th November 2011
Around half of schools in Westminster are expected to close tomorrow as part of a nation-wide strike over pensions. More than two million public service workers across the country are set to take part in a 24-hour national stoppage over...
Children grill faith leaders on religion
by Stickyboard
28th November 2011
A rabbi, an imam and a priest came together to help children understand more about their faiths. Rabbi Neil Janes of the Liberal Jewish Synagogue in St John's Wood, Sheikh Seddiki Fawzi of the London Central Mosque in Regent's Park...
Hotel donates £8,000 to sick children
by Stickyboard
29th November 2011
Ten-year-old Anna Al-Abdli is just one of the haematology patients at St Mary's Hospital who will benefit from a generous donation of more than £8,000 from a Paddington hotel. Anna, from Paddington, is being treated at St Mary's for sickle...
Help to trace family history
by Stickyboard
30th November 2011
WESTMINSTER: Westminster residents who want to trace their family history are invited to events at three libraries in January. Westminster library services has teamed up with Family History Detectives to provide free access to computers and online resources including www.ancestrylibrary.com....
'Green wall' unveiled in Edgware Road
by Stickyboard
28th November 2011
A 'green wall' which will trap pollution to help clear up the capital's air was today unveiled in Edgware Road. The wall is covered with 15 varieties of evergreen and perennial plants, which have been carefully selected to trap pollutants...
Help shape future of Westminster
by Stickyboard
29th November 2011
A blueprint to help shape the future of Westminster for years to come has been unveiled. Residents and businesses are now invited to voice their opinions on Westminster Council's City Management Plan, which covers the borough's future policies on heritage,...
West End to turn traffic-free
by Stickyboard
28th November 2011
WEST END: Oxford Street and Regent Street will be returned to shopppers on December 10 and 11 as the roads turn traffic-free. One of the highlights will be a 30-hour charity Christmas carol-a-thon to raise money for Kids Company, which...
Taekwondo success for academy pupils
by Stickyboard
28th November 2011
Paddington Academy's taekwondo students are celebrating after returning home with five medals from the British Masters Open in Coventry. Competing against more than 50 teams from across Europe, the Paddington Academy team came second overall....
Four in court over Daniel Smith murder
by Stickyboard
28th November 2011
NORTH PADDINGTON: Four men appeared at the Old Bailey on Friday, in connection with the murder of Queen's Park electrician Daniel Smith. Friends and family were left devastated after 22-year-old Mr Smith was shot dead as he left KFC in...
Academy to host winter fair
by Stickyboard
28th November 2011
NORTH PADDINGTON: Paddington Academy, in Marylands Road, will be transformed into a huge market place from 10am to 4pm on Saturday, with stalls selling cakes, cards, gifts, Christmas crackers, clothes and much more. Santa Claus himself will also put in...
Victoria centre celebrates 25 years
by Stickyboard
27th November 2011
Hundreds of supporters, past and present, turned out to celebrate the 25th anniversary of a Victoria homelessness centre. The Cardinal Hume Centre, in Arneway Street, was set up in 1986 by Cardinal Hume in response to seeing young homeless people...
Major crackdown on neighbourhood crime
by Stickyboard
25th November 2011
Police made 13 arrests in Westminster yesterday as part of a London-wide crackdown on neighbourhood criminals. Operation Hawk saw almost 4,000 officers carrying out raids in one day across the capital's 32 boroughs....
Festive spirit comes to Bayswater
by Stickyboard
26th November 2011
BAYSWATER: Christmas is coming early to Bayswater, with a late night shopping extravaganza on December 1. The event starts at 4pm, when the choir from Connaught House School will treat the crowd to Christmas music....
Share views on Olympic traffic changes
by Stickyboard
25th November 2011
Westminster residents are being urged to have their say during the final rounds of consultation on traffic changes that will affect their daily lives next summer. During the Olympics in 2012, the Olympic Route Network, made up of special lanes...
Christmas lights switch-on in Victoria
by Stickyboard
25th November 2011
Cast members from the hit musical Wicked helped bring some festive cheer to shoppers in Victoria. They switched on the Christmas lights in Cardinal Place, just around the corner from the Apollo Victoria Theatre where the show has been dazzling...
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Makeover for Maida Vale athletics track
by Stickyboard
24th November 2011
MAIDA VALE: The athletics track at Paddington Recreation Ground, in Randolph Avenue, is set to receive a £44,000 makeover. The track is where Roger Bannister trained during the 1950s before becoming the first person to run a mile in under...
Hogarth: Dropped kerb campaign success
by Stickyboard
2nd December 2011
Every month David Hogarth, chairman of Westminster Older People's Action, gives his views on the issues facing the borough's over 60s. The public announcements at the back are rarely the most exciting read in this newspaper but on November 11,...
Boy jailed over Maida Vale bus attack
by Stickyboard
24th November 2011
A 'violent and dangerous' teenager has been jailed over a vicious attack in Maida Vale which left a young man brain damaged. Tristan Henry, 17, was involved in an altercation with a 23-year-old man on board a bus, which then...
Supermodel serves up Thanksgiving treat for homeless women in Marylebone
by Stickyboard
24th November 2011
A supermodel celebrated her American roots by cooking up a traditional feast for homeless women in Marylebone. For the second year running, Caprice Bourret carved up a giant turkey to mark the US festival of Thanksgiving for more than 60...
Bridge takes shape at Marylebone shop
by Stickyboard
24th November 2011
A Lego version of a London landmark is rapidly taking shape in the window of a Marylebone charity shop. Oxfam Books & Music, in Marylebone High Street, is constructing a 17-inch high replica of Tower Bridge with a little help...
Book tells of synagogue's last 100 years
by Stickyboard
24th November 2011
ST JOHN'S WOOD: The Liberal Jewish Synagogue, in St John's Wood Road, is set to publish a book telling the remarkable story of its first 100 years. Established in 1911, the synagogue was the first Liberal Jewish community in the...
Green award for Marylebone hotel
by Stickyboard
24th November 2011
MARYLEBONE: London Marriott Hotel Marble Arch, in George Street, has received a gold award from the Green Tourism Business Scheme. The hotel is implementing a number a initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint by 25 per cent by 2017 and...
Health sessions for Westminster kids
by Stickyboard
24th November 2011
WESTMINSTER: Parents who have concerns about their child's eating behaviour, physical activity levels or weight are invited to join a free 10-week family-focused programme. The Kickstart course, run by a paediatric dietician, nutrition assistant and physical activity instructor, centres on...
Inspectors praise Mayfair school
by Stickyboard
24th November 2011
MAYFAIR: Inspectors rated St George's Hanover Square CofE Primary School, in South Street, as 'good' in its latest Ofsted report. The school was given the second highest grade, after 'outstanding'. Inspectors noted that by the time pupils leave the school...
Play provision drops 'due to council cuts'
by Stickyboard
23rd November 2011
Play centres have suffered a one-third drop in attendance because of cuts to their budgets, a Westminster MP has warned. In recent months, Westminster Council has dropped the number of subsidised places at play centres, increased the fees for after...
Help for hungry Westminster families
by Stickyboard
23rd November 2011
Emergency food parcels will be provided for Westminster's poorest families as government cuts and the cold winter weather begin to bite. Staffed by volunteers, the Westminster Foodbank will offer a twice-weekly service to people who are most in need....
Lost property toys bring Christmas joy
by Stickyboard
23rd November 2011
Hundreds of toys which have been handed in to a lost property office in Marylebone will be give to disadvantaged children over the Christmas period. The items, including soft toys, board games and sports equipment, have remained unclaimed at the...
Thousands of parking fines 'illegal'
by Stickyboard
23rd November 2011
Thousands of parking tickets may have been issued illegally amid claims Westminster Council has not secured the correct certification for its CCTV cameras. Over the last 18 months, more than 100,000 fines have been issued by the council's CCTV cameras....
Honour for gay football club founder
by Stickyboard
22nd November 2011
A founder of one of Britain's first gay football clubs has been awarded an honorary doctorate from the University of East London. Aslie Pitter, 51, who helped set up Stonewall FC around 20 years ago, has arguably done more for...
Free Olympics tickets up for grabs
by Stickyboard
22nd November 2011
WESTMINSTER: Only 44 per cent of schools in Westminster have applied for the 125,00 free Olympic and Paralympic Games tickets which are up grabs through the London 2012 Ticketshare scheme. London mayor Boris Johnson has called on all schools to...
Little Venice woman found dead
by Stickyboard
22nd November 2011
A married housewife was found dead in the canal near her Little Venice home just hours after she was reported missing, an inquest heard. The body of Maria Melim, 70, of Barnwood Close, was discovered by a member of the...
Council disputes migrant figures
by Stickyboard
22nd November 2011
Thousands of migrants have 'disappeared' under a new government counting system, Westminster Council has warned. New indicative figures, published by the Office of National Statisics (ONS), suggest that Westminster has lost 17 per cent (10,000) of incoming migrants over the...
Westminster girl wins dream playground
by Stickyboard
25th November 2011
A Westminster pupil has seen her dreams turn into reality after winning a competition to design a playground. Year six pupil Kesaia Toganivalu impressed judges with her plans for an outdoor play space at St Matthew's CofE Primary School, in...
Inspirational sporting heroes recognised
by Stickyboard
22nd November 2011
Community heroes have been recognised for their contributions to sport in Westminster. The annual Westminster Active Awards celebrated the dedication and success of outstanding sports coachs, future young talent and volunteers who go above and beyond the call of duty...
Panel grilled at St John's Wood event
by Stickyboard
21st November 2011
ST JOHN'S WOOD: An audience of more than 300 joined an outstanding line-up of panellists to take part in a lively Question Time-style debate at the Liberal Jewish Synagogue, in St John's Wood Road, on Sunday. On the panel were...
Bendy buses banished from route 436
by Stickyboard
21st November 2011
PADDINGTON: Double decker buses have replaced bendy buses on route 436, which runs between Paddington and Lewisham. Improvements will also be made to the frequency of the service, with weekday peak services every five to six minutes instead of every...
Marble Arch replica built from litter
by Stickyboard
21st November 2011
Litter collected from the streets of Westminster was used to create a replica of Marble Arch. Renowned artist Miguel Romo, who has produced world-class art projects involving recycling and reclaimed objects, built the mini arch over the course of Saturday....
Three Westminster hotels win awards
by Stickyboard
21st November 2011
WESTMINSTER: Three Westminster hotels won trophies at the Hotel Catey Awards, which celebrate the achievements of those in the hospitality industry. The Cavendish in Jermyn Street, Mayfair, won the front of house team of the year award, while Martyn Nail,...
New service to tackle domestic violence
by Stickyboard
21st November 2011
A new approach to tackling domestic violence has been launched by Westminster Council and Kensington & Chelsea Council. ADVANCE, an independent charity, has been commissioned by the two councils to take over running their independent domestic violence advocacy services....
Letters: Parking charges are 'madness'
by Stickyboard
21st November 2011
Who is going to sort of the West End parking mess? There are thousands of people who keep the West End's night time economy 'engine room' going who simply cannot afford to pay £4.80 an hour to park their car...
St John's Wood woman turns 100
by Stickyboard
21st November 2011
A woman who grew up in Germany but has called St John's Wood her home for more than 60 years has celebrated her 100th birthday. Ingeborg Unia marked the milestone with a party for friends and family at her home...
Protesters campaign to save bed shop
by Stickyboard
20th November 2011
Pyjama-clad protesters turned out to show their support for a much-loved Westbourne Park bed shop, which has been threatened with demolition to make way for Crossrail. In June this year, directors of Big Table in Great Western Road were told...
Academy pupils dazzle in dance show
by Stickyboard
18th November 2011
Pupils from a North Paddington school put their dancing shoes on for their annual winter show. Last night's performance showcased the work of Paddington Academy's talented and dynamic dance students. All 60 students, in years seven to 12, had been...
Buck: Five ideas to boost jobs in London
by Stickyboard
25th November 2011
Karen Buck, Labour MP for Westminster North, here discusses the economic situation in her monthly column for the Westminster Chronicle. So now we know how bleak the economic situation is, as latest figures show unemployment rising by 129,000 to 2.62...
West End cuts protesters found guilty
by Stickyboard
17th November 2011
WEST END: 10 people were today convicted of aggravated trespass following the occupation of Fortnum and Mason on March 26 this year. Campaign group UK Uncut organised a sit-in at the luxury food store in Piccadilly during a protest against...
College estates team wins award
by Stickyboard
19th November 2011
A team who helped relocate hundreds of Paddington students during building work on their college has won a national award. The estates team at the City of Westminster College moved more than half of the college's students and staff into...
Bayswater shopping centre turns 100
by Stickyboard
18th November 2011
A Bayswater shopping centre which was once destroyed by a massive fire, suffered bomb damage during the Second World War and had its basement flooded by a burst water main, has just marked its centenary. Despite suffering setbacks over the...
Police target uninsured drivers
by Stickyboard
17th November 2011
WESTMINSTER: Police arrested two people and seized 15 vehicles as part of a London-wide crackdown on uninsured drivers. Across the capital, officers made 71 arrests and seized 400 vehicles during a day of action on Tuesday....
All change for buses at Victoria station
by Stickyboard
17th November 2011
VICTORIA: Bus services which stop in Terminus Place and Victoria bus station will now use different stops for the next two years, to make way for works for the major upgrade of Victoria station. When complete in 2018, there will...
Police give 'all-clear' over package
by Stickyboard
17th November 2011
Police have given the all-clear after reports of a suspect package in Victoria this morning. Hundreds of people were evacuated from office buildings in Cardinal Place, and parts of Palace Street and Castle Lane were closed to traffic following the...
Letters: Housing plans not 'hard-hearted'
by Stickyboard
18th November 2011
To argue that dropping the family quota scheme from Westminster's housing allocation policy is "mean" and "hard-hearted" (Westminster Chronicle, Axing family quota a mean decision, Friday 11 November) is to misunderstand the whole point of the revised policy. Rather the...
Letters: Anger over new parking charges
by Stickyboard
17th November 2011
The Green Party promotes public transport and cycling. Readers might therefore imagine we're among the few supporters - perhaps the only supporters - of Westminster's unpopular plans for evening and weekend parking charges in the West End. But we are...
Suspect package found in Victoria
by Stickyboard
17th November 2011
Police have evacuated office buildings and shops in the Cardinal Place shopping centre in Victoria after a suspect package was reported this morning, writes Dan Morgan. Parts of Palace Street and Castle Lane have been closed to traffic. Several police...
Businessman found dead at Mayfair hotel
by Stickyboard
17th November 2011
MAYFAIR: Japanese businessman Kunihiko Matsuo was found death in the bath of the InterContinental Hotel in Park Lane, an inquest heard. Westminster Coroner's Court heard on Wednesday that he had been due to meet friends on the morning of August...
Budding car designers win top award
by Stickyboard
17th November 2011
They may not be old enough to drive yet but these North Paddington pupils have won a national competition to design a car. Competing against more than 300 school teams from across the country, the year eight Paddington Academy students...
Lisa Snowdon turns on Christmas lights
by Stickyboard
17th November 2011
Celebrity Lisa Snowdon brought some festive sparkle to Marylebone when she switched on the Christmas lights last night. The television presenter and radio DJ drew crowds to Marylebone High Street at the event, which was organised by the Howard de...
Pimlico woman found dead at home
by Stickyboard
17th November 2011
PIMLICO: A retired nurse was found dead after worried neighbours reported they had not seen her for weeks, an inquest heard. Police forced their way into the home of 84-year-old Mary Jones, in Nash House, Lupus Street, on August 28...
Crime falls on Westminster transport
by Stickyboard
16th November 2011
WESTMINSTER: Crime on the borough's transport network is continuing to fall, reflecting the London-wide trend. The number of offences between April and September this year dropped by 146, or 13.1 per cent, compared to the same period last year, according...
Father Christmas comes to Paddington
by Stickyboard
18th November 2011
PADDINGTON: Father Christmas is coming to Sheldon Square to switch on the Christmas lights on December 1. DJ Danny and the Edward Wilson School choir will provide the entertainment while the event sponsor, Novotel London Paddington, will lay on hot...
Christmas gifts needed for homeless
by Stickyboard
17th November 2011
PADDINGTON: Donated gifts are needed to bring some festive cheer to homeless people this Christmas. Wrapped presents can be dropped off at Paddington Waterside Partnership, in North Wharf Road, or Paddington Central management office, in Sheldon Square, until December 13....
Appeal over death of Westminster PCSO
by Stickyboard
15th November 2011
Detectives investigating a collision which led to the death of a Westminster police officer have appealed for witnesses who stopped and tried to give aid at the scene to come forward. Christopher Whelan, 31, who was a PCSO with the...
Eco-friendly website set to launch
by Stickyboard
15th November 2011
Elephant dung stationary and handbags made from rubbish are among the eco-friendly products which will be available from a Westminster-based website when it launches this week. Kavita Pursnani, 28, of Harrow Road, North Paddington, decided to set up her business...
Soho newsagent restored to former glory
by Stickyboard
16th November 2011
SOHO: The owner of a newsagents in Dean Street has restored the front of his shop back to how it would have looked in the 18th Century. Young businessman Romil Patel renovated Rippon's newsagent to its original Georgian design, after...
Victoria charity honours animals of war
by Stickyboard
15th November 2011
As the nation remembered all of those who have fought and died in war, a Victoria animal charity also paid tribute to the contribution of brave animals. In the Second World War the Blue Cross, in Hugh Street, helped more...
CCTV cameras fail during riots
by Stickyboard
15th November 2011
Several CCTV cameras in Westminster failed to record any footage on the night of the London riots. A power cut in Charing Cross Road meant that cameras in and around Soho were effectively useless as yobs looted and vandalised businesses...
Carol concert comes to Belgravia
by Stickyboard
19th November 2011
BELGRAVIA: A lunchtime Christmas carol service will be held at St Peter's Church Eaton Square, from 1pm to 1.50pm on December 15. The service, organised by the Victoria Business Improvement District for businesses in the SW1 area, will be a...
Christmas comes early to Victoria
by Stickyboard
15th November 2011
VICTORIA: Cast members from the award-winning musical Wicked will be at Cardinal Place to switch on the Christmas lights on November 24. The evening will kick off at 5.30pm with Christmas carols sung by pupils from St Christina's School in...
Five jailed over cash-in-transit robberies
by Stickyboard
15th November 2011
Two Westminster men are among a gang of five jailed over a series of robberies on cash-in-transit vans. During their year-long spree, the men targeted security vans at three banks, a petrol station and at Queen's Park underground station....
Concern at rise in underground rooms
by Stickyboard
16th November 2011
Concerns have been raised about a rapid rise in the number of basement developments in Westminster, including 13 in a single street in St John's Wood. Growing numbers of homeowners are applying to extend their properties underground to accommodate extra...
Free activities on offer in Westminster
by Stickyboard
15th November 2011
Leisure centres and sport venues across Westminster will host more than 220 hours of free activities this weekend. Swimming, football, badminton, martial arts and table tennis are among the sports on offer across seven venues....
Pimlico hoax phone caller jailed
by Stickyboard
14th November 2011
A Pimlico man who made more than 100 hoax phone calls to the emergency services has been jailed. Ronald Beszczynski, 61, of Bessborough Place, sent police officers on a wild goose chase to his flat, telling call handlers there was...
Charity card shops open in Westminster
by Stickyboard
16th November 2011
WESTMINSTER: Two charity Christmas card shops have opened in Westminster - one at St John's Church in Smith Square, and one at Methodist Central Hall in Storey's Gate. The shops sell Christmas cards on behalf of more than 100 charities....
Donations needed for Paddington bazaar
by Stickyboard
15th November 2011
PADDINGTON: An annual Christmas bazaar organised by the Friends of St Mary's Hospital will be held at the Queen Elizabeth Queen Mother ward of the hospital, from 10.30am to 2.30pm on November 24. The Friends are raising funds for their...
Advice on changing jobs in Victoria
by Stickyboard
19th November 2011
VICTORIA: Anyone thinking about changing their job or career is invited to a talk at Victoria Library, in Buckingham Palace Road, at 6pm on November 21. Career change coach Cheryl King, of IdealLife Coaching, will lead the interactive session, focusing...
Advice session on falls in Maida Vale
by Stickyboard
16th November 2011
MAIDA VALE: An advice session on how to prevent falls will be held at Maida Vale Library, in Sutherland Avenue, from midday to 3pm on November 23. Staff from the Falls Prevention Servive will set up a stall offering information,...
Loved ones remembered in church service
by Stickyboard
15th November 2011
NORTH PADDINGTON: More than 150 people attended a memorial service for their loved ones at Our Lady of Lourdes and St Vincent de Paul Church, in Harrow Road, on November 5. An hour-long mass was conducted by Father Francis Darkwah,...
Offers available to Pimlico visitors
by Stickyboard
15th November 2011
PIMLICO: Visitors to Tachbrook Street Market can pick up a Passport to Pimlico, with 22 offers for businesses in the SW1 postcode area. Offers are valid until December 3. See www.insw1.com to download a copy or for more information....
Marylebone man jailed over sex assault
by Stickyboard
14th November 2011
A Marylebone man who sexually assaulted a woman while she was asleep at a party has been jailed. Benjamin Kwahu Boateng, 27, of Crawford Street, was today sentenced to three years and 10 months in prison at Kingston Crown Court....
Paddington Academy rated 'outstanding'
by Stickyboard
14th November 2011
A headteacher whose North Paddington school has just been judged as 'outstanding', says her sights are now set on even greater goals. Paddington Academy principal Oli Tomlinson was delighted to hear her school had received the highest possible grade when...
Solar panel scheme suffers set back
by Stickyboard
15th November 2011
A scheme which would have seen solar panels installed on hundreds of buildings across Westminster has been hit by government cuts. Westminster Council's housing provider CityWest Homes was days away from signing a deal worth £12million to put solar panels...
Christmas lights switch-on in Marylebone
by Stickyboard
14th November 2011
MARYLEBONE: Radio DJ Lisa Snowdon will switch on the Christmas lights along Marylebone High Street on Wednesday. From 4pm, pupils from Marylebone schools including St Marylebone CofE School will sing Christmas carols, followed by performances from other bands....
Warning issued to Victoria clinic
by Stickyboard
14th November 2011
A formal warning has been issued to a private addiction clinic in Victoria over standards of care provided to service users. The Care Quality Commission has told the Stapleford Centre in Eccleston Street, which is run by Stapleford Private Clinic...
Two tri-borough directors appointed
by Stickyboard
12th November 2011
Two more directors have been appointed as part of innovative plans to combine services across three flagship councils. Westminster City Council, Hammersmith and Fulham Council and Kensington and Chelsea Council are combining back office and management costs in order to...
Artwork unveiled in West End
by Stickyboard
11th November 2011
WEST END: A piece of public art, dubbed the Spirit of St Christopher, has been unveiled in St Christopher's Place just off Oxford Street. The specially-commissioned sculpture of a woman, designed by Paul Dart of James Glancy Design, sits above...
'Sadness' at death of Westminster PCSO
by Stickyboard
11th November 2011
Police officers have spoken of their sadness following the death of a popular Westminster PCSO. Christopher Whelan, 31, who served with the Westminster safer transport team, was off duty when his motorcycle was involved in a collision with a car...
Honour for Prince of Wales' birthday
by Stickyboard
11th November 2011
HYDE PARK: The Prince of Wales' 63rd birthday will be marked with a 41-gun salute in Hyde Park on Monday. Members of the King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery will provide six gun teams, each consisting of a 13-pounder quick loading...
Benefits cap 'will hit thousands'
by Stickyboard
10th November 2011
Almost 4,500 households in Westminster will be unable to afford their rent if proposed changes to the welfare system go ahead, according to new research. The government is planning to cap total benefits for workless households at £350 for single...
Bogus caller targets Little Venice man
by Stickyboard
10th November 2011
A blind and partially deaf elderly man had £1,000 stolen from his Little Venice home by a bogus caller. The 92-year-old man, of Barnwood Close, heard a knock at his front door and someone asking if he was all right....
Spanish supper club with a difference
by Stickyboard
10th November 2011
MARYLEBONE: A supper club with a difference is coming to L'Atelier des Chefs, in Wigmore Street, on November 16. The Barcelona Supper Club, hosted by Spain's award-winning cava producer Codorníu, will feature three culinary masterclasses from experts in the best...
UK's best Chinese restaurant in Mayfair
by Stickyboard
10th November 2011
For the second year in a row, a search for the best Chinese restaurant in the country has ended up in Westminster. The Michelin-starred Kay Mayfair, in South Audley Street, Mayfair, beat off competition from thousands of eateries across the...
The Magic Circle Christmas Show 2011 - SOLD OUT
30th January 2012
The Magic Circle Christmas Show 2011 features a great line up of top performers:
The Magic Circle Christmas Show 2011 - SOLD OUT
30th January 2012
The Magic Circle Christmas Show 2011 features a great line up of top performers:
'Question Time' event at synagogue
by Stickyboard
11th November 2011
ST JOHN'S WOOD: The Liberal Jewish Synagogue, in St John's Wood Road, is hosting a special Question Time-style event at 7pm on November 20. Radio and television broadcaster Nick Ross will lead the event, with a panel including Liberty director...
Free taxi service for veterans
by Stickyboard
10th November 2011
WESTMINSTER: A free taxi service will be laid on for veterans on Remembrance Sunday, November 13, by members of United Cabbies Group and the Royal British Legion. Taxis will be available from 8am at major London stations, The Union Jack...
Sweepers clean up as students leave
by Stickyboard
10th November 2011
Within four hours of yesterday's student protest through the heart of Westminster, council contractors had already cleaned up the mess. A dozen sweepers plus a couple of vehicles followed behind the march to complete one of the quickest clear ups...
National Trust cafe opens coffee shop
by Stickyboard
10th November 2011
WESTMINSTER: The National Trust has launched its first central London coffee shop at an 18th century former school, Blewcoat School in Caxton Street. The shop, which is open from 10am to 5.30pm Mondays to Fridays, offers a selection of books,...
Trustees needed to help at festival
by Stickyboard
9th November 2011
PIMLICO: Volunteer trustees are needed to join the board of the South Westminster Community Festival, the borough's largest community-led festival. Trustees will work with the festival director and administrator, to set out the festival's strategy, monitoring and controlling activities to...
Festive cheer for Paddington patients
by Stickyboard
10th November 2011
Christmas came early for young patients at a Paddington hospital with a visit from Arthur Christmas star Ashley Jensen. Starring as Bryony the Wrapping Elf in this year's animation movie, the actress brought some festive cheer to seriously ill kids...
Express library opens in Westminster
by Stickyboard
9th November 2011
An express library providing readers with a speedy and convenient source of books opened in Westminster this week. The self-service library, based in the ground-floor reception area of the Archives Centre in St Ann's Street, holds a small collection of...
Concern for missing Marylebone boy
by Stickyboard
9th November 2011
Police have appealed for help to trace a teenager who has gone missing from his Marylebone home. Annass Semlali, 18, of Rodmarton Street, was last seen at home at around 9.30am on November 4. He is described as around 5ft...
Paddington man wins photo competition
by Stickyboard
8th November 2011
It was third time lucky for a Paddington nurse who scooped the top prize in a travel photography competition. Nathaniel Gonzales, 36, who has entered the Insight Guides' annual competition twice before, was named this year's winner....
Cycle Africa: Onto the Middle East
by Stickyboard
11th November 2011
Pimlico primary school teacher Gareth Morris gave up the nine-to-five to cycle 12,000 miles from London to South Africa for charity. His year-long journey, which he is completing with five friends from Nottingham University, began on August 7. Here he...
Children's services deemed 'excellent'
by Stickyboard
8th November 2011
Westminster Council's children's services department has defied budget squeezes to boost its overall Ofsted ranking to 'excellent'. In the latest annual assessment, Ofsted inspectors elevated Westminster's ranking from 'performs well' to 'performs excellently'....
Author gives talk at Paddington Library
by Stickyboard
9th November 2011
BAYSWATER: Author Nadine Hanwell will give a free talk about her memoir, Nadine Who?...And a Dog Called Shoe, which is set in and around west London. She will also discuss her theatre company and her work as a television actress....
Art exhibition comes to Victoria
by Stickyboard
9th November 2011
A giant spoon made up of dozens of normal-sized spoons, a huge tree sculpted from wood and a dress featuring cutlery are among the more unusual items on display at a Victoria art gallery. The annual exhibition, on show at...
Fire at office block in Victoria
by Stickyboard
8th November 2011
VICTORIA: Firefighters tackled a blaze at an office block in Victoria Street yesterday evening. Part of a kitchen on the fifth floor of the nine storey building was damaged by the fire....
Free talk on Christian healing
by Stickyboard
8th November 2011
WEST END: A free talk on 'Curing the Incurable' will be given by Christian healing practitioner and teacher Elise Moore, at Waterstone's in Piccadilly. The event begins at 7pm on November 15....
Campaigners call for judicial review
by Stickyboard
10th November 2011
Campaigners have called for a judicial review into controversial evening and weekend parking charges set to be introduced in parts of Westminster. From January 9, Westminster Council intends to start charging motorists to park in areas of Marylebone, Soho and...
Budding film-maker wins two awards
by Stickyboard
11th November 2011
A budding North Paddington film-maker who had little experience of making videos just one year ago has won two prestigious awards. Chris Lamontagne, 20, of Ashmore Road, wrote, acted in and directed a three-minute film entitled Black to Yellow which...
Riots: Role of gangs investigated
by Stickyboard
7th November 2011
Around 95 per cent of those involved in the August looting in North Kensington and St Johns Wood are believed to have had links to gangs, writes Emma Heseltine. According to Home Office figures, just 19 per cent of those...
Time bank scheme for carers launches
by Stickyboard
8th November 2011
A time bank scheme has been launched to help carers in Westminster to get more of the help and support they need. The Westminster Carers Time Bank, set up by the independent charity Westminster Carers Service, allows carers to give...
Council drops plans to ban soup runs
by Stickyboard
7th November 2011
Campaigners have celebrated a 'victory for common sense' after controversial plans to ban soup runs in Victoria were dropped. Westminster Council had considered introducing a byelaw stopping people from handing out food to homeless people in and around Westminster Cathedral...
Help to switch to digital television
by Stickyboard
8th November 2011
WESTMINSTER: From April 2012, the traditional analogue television signal will be switched off and replaced with a stronger digital signal. There will be no need to replace older televisions, but viewers with analogue or freeview may need to convert their...
Advice on breathing difficulties
by Stickyboard
8th November 2011
PIMLICO: Get advice about living with breathing difficulties from the British Lung Foundation and Breathe Easy, at a special meeting being held at Pimlico Library from 1.30pm to 4.30pm on November 14. From 3pm to 4.30pm, participants will be offered...
Marylebone school celebrates 220 years
by Stickyboard
8th November 2011
A Marylebone school has marked 220 years of education with a service of joy and thanksgiving. Pupils from St Marylebone CofE School showed off their dance and drama skills, and the school's choirs and orchestras gave performances, at the ceremony,...
Bus pulled through Westminster streets
by Stickyboard
7th November 2011
Asking how many police officers and members of the armed forces it takes to pull a bus sounds like the start of a bad joke. But it was no laughing matter for a team of 20 who dragged a fully-laden...
Bendy buses banished from route 12
by Stickyboard
7th November 2011
WESTMINSTER: Bendy buses on route 12, which goes from Oxford Circus to Dulwich Library via Westminster tube station, have been replaced with double-deckers. As part of the change, there will be a more frequent service with buses every 15 minutes...
Police appeal for 'good Samaritan'
by Stickyboard
7th November 2011
WEST END: Police are appealing for a 'good Samaritan', who intervened after a fight broke out on Oxford Street, to come forward. Two men received stab wounds and hospital treatment as a result of the incident, which happened at around...
Letters: Call for shrine to cyclists
by Stickyboard
7th November 2011
London desperately needs a permanent shrine to all the cyclists being killed on its roads. King's Cross is an obvious site, so surely there's a church nearby that could offer a corner of its building or land for such a...
Inner workings of Westminster revealed
by Stickyboard
7th November 2011
The inner workings of Westminster are set to be revealed in the first documentary series ever to focus on a single council. The six-part series by Popkorn TV, to be shown on Channel 5, follows staff from Westminster Council as...
Appeal to trace missing Soho man
by Stickyboard
7th November 2011
Police are appealing for help to trace a missing man from Soho. To Leung, 83, was last seen by relatives in Church Place, Mayfair, at around 1pm on November 3, when they got separated while making their way to a...
Letters: Campaign for parish council
by Stickyboard
7th November 2011
We are the Campaign for a Queen's Park Community Council and we aim to set up London's first parish council in Queen's Park ward in the north of the City of Westminster. We write to ask for your support. In...
Sacked traffic warden shares stories
by Stickyboard
4th November 2011
A former Westminster parking warden who was sacked after wearing an offensive t-shirt to work has shared his experiences in a new book. Darrell Lee Powell, 41, worked as a parking attendant for a Westminster Council contractor for two years...
Appeal over 'needless' death of former Paddington schoolboy in Bristol
by Stickyboard
3rd November 2011
A television appeal will tonight be made for people to come forward with information about the murder of a former Paddington schoolboy. Exactly four months ago today, 21-year-old Rico Gordon was killed in Bristol following the St Paul's Carnival....
Pop-up cinema comes to Bayswater
by Stickyboard
4th November 2011
BAYSWATER: A pop-up cinema is coming to Whiteley's shopping centre, in Queensway, from November 14 to December 21. Film buffs can see cult classics such as Breakfast at Tiffany's, The Big Lebowski and Dawn of the Dead, alongside recent box...
Gym club launches in Little Venice
by Stickyboard
3rd November 2011
LITTLE VENICE: A gymnastics club for youngsters aged three to 14 was launched this week. The Acorn Gym Club, which opened at the Little Venice Sports Centre, in Crompton Street, teaches children progressively through a programme which enables them to...
Help to tackle shortfall in pupil places
by Stickyboard
3rd November 2011
Westminster has been allocated almost £1million to tackle a shortage of pupil places across the borough. The money comes from a £500million pot being distributed by the government's Department for Education to help more than 100 local authorities which are...
Fewer injuries at zebra crossings
by Stickyboard
3rd November 2011
Road deaths and injuries at zebra crossings in Westminster have dropped over the past few years. Statistics show that across the borough's 154 zebra crossings, so far in 2011 six people have been seriously injured. This compares to 11 last...
Council launches governance review
by Stickyboard
3rd November 2011
WESTMINSTER: Westminster Council is launching a review to explore options for the future governance of the borough. The outcome will play a role in helping to shape local services and deal with the issues which matter to the communities they...
Letters: Need to charge for plastic bags
by Stickyboard
2nd November 2011
With the latest figures showing a jump in the number of single-use plastic bags handed out by supermarkets, we really need the government to use its powers and introduce a charge on all single-use bags. If London achieved a 90...
Ice skating rink comes to Paddington
by Stickyboard
4th November 2011
PADDINGTON: For the first time ever, an ice skating rink is coming to Norfolk Square Gardens. There will be Christmas entertainment galore including a Christmas grotto, stalls selling gifts and food, and carol singing. The Sparkle and Skate fair is...
Bus to be pulled through borough streets
by Stickyboard
3rd November 2011
A team of 10 police officers and 10 members of the armed forces will pull a fully-laden double-decker bus for one mile through the heart of Westminster to raise money for Veterans Aid. The bus pull starts in Parliament Street,...
Westminster welcomes council tax plans
by Stickyboard
2nd November 2011
WESTMINSTER: Westminster Council has welcomed proposals put forward by the Communities and Local Government (CLG) secretary Eric Pickles, which aim to provide local authorities with greater flexibility to keep their council tax rates down. The plans include removing the council...
Bayswater shop raises £2,000 for charity
by Stickyboard
2nd November 2011
BAYSWATER: Generous customers at Sainsbury's in Westbourne Grove have collected hundreds of pounds for charity in donation tins over the last two years. A total of £1,965.22 was presented to the fundraising charity Greater London Fund for the Blind (GLFB),...
Campaigner wants 'khat' made illegal
by Stickyboard
4th November 2011
A campaigner who claims a legal drug is destroying lives in north Westminster, is stepping up his efforts to see it banned in the UK. Abukar Awale, 41, of Ashbridge Street, Lisson Grove, is on a crusade to ban khat,...
Volunteers tidy up West End garden
by Stickyboard
2nd November 2011
WEST END: Volunteers rolled up their sleeves to help clean, dig and replant the garden at St James's Church Piccadilly to its former glory. The team, from delivery company UPS, lent a hand as part of Annual Global Volunteer Month....
Queen's Park youth club to host event
by Stickyboard
2nd November 2011
QUEEN'S PARK: Members of The Avenues youth club, in Third Avenue, are putting on a fun family night out including a quiz, fashion show and music performances. Iconic, to be held at The Tabernacle in Powis Square, Notting Hill, will...
Field: St Paul's protest 'just the start'
by Stickyboard
11th November 2011
Mark Field, Conservative MP for Cities of London and Westminster, here discusses the protesters at St Paul's Cathedral in his monthly column for the Westminster Chronicle. The campsite developed in the shadow of the glorious St Paul's Cathedral is causing...
Pimlico pub set to reopen after 10 years
by Stickyboard
2nd November 2011
A 150-year-old Pimlico pub is set to be brought back into use more than 10 years after it closed. Neil Collins wants to restore The Greyhound, at the junction of Hugh Street and Cambridge Street, to its former glory with...
OBE winner coaches the next generation
by Stickyboard
2nd November 2011
Budding sports teachers have been learning the skills they require on a course taught by an OBE winner. Patricia Fairclough, who was awarded an OBE in February 2000 in recognition of her 32 years of voluntary services to basketball, is...
Rise in number of knife crime victims
by Stickyboard
2nd November 2011
The number of young knife crime victims in Westminster has gone up by more than 40 per cent over the last year, according to new figures. In the year 2010/11, there were 330 young people aged 13 to 24 classified...
Free wi-fi access comes to Westminster
by Stickyboard
1st November 2011
Phone giant Nokia has launched its first ever large-scale trial of free wi-fi access in parts of Westminster. Until the end of the year, the public can use a high-speed internet service from 26 street hotspots around the borough, courtesy...
Coach tackles gang problems head-on
by Stickyboard
1st November 2011
A former international football coach is fighting a pitched battle against gang problems, as his street soccer club for local kids enters its fifth year, writes Dan Morgan. Samba Street Soccer is run by Andrew Amers-Morrison, who worked as an...
Santa to give away books in Bayswater
by Stickyboard
4th November 2011
BAYSWATER: Father Christmas is coming to Whiteley's shopping centre, in Queensway, with a sack crammed full of more than 3,000 books. He will give away an age-appropriate book to every child who visits the Santa's Grotto between 6pm on November...
Children's author comes to Church Street
by Stickyboard
1st November 2011
An author who created a television series starring a crime-fighting Caribbean mouse gave a talk to children at Church Street library last week. Michael de Souza burst onto the children's writing scene with his first book, penned with co-author Genevieve...
Homeless artists create works in gallery
by Stickyboard
1st November 2011
A group of homeless and ex-homeless artists based in Westminster presented their mobile studio at Tate Britain. Around 15 to 20 members of the Seymour Art Collective spent an afternoon displaying and creating works using a variety of mediums....
Narrowboat company marks milestone
by Stickyboard
1st November 2011
The first narrowboat company to carry passengers along the Regent's Canal is celebrating its 60th birthday, even though its original owner did not expect it to survive for longer than a few months. Shortly after Jason's Trip began running, canals...
Low mortality rates at hospital trust
by Stickyboard
1st November 2011
PADDINGTON: New figures show Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, which runs St Mary's Hospital in Paddnigton among others, has of the lowest mortality rates in the country. The Summary Hospital-level Mortality Indicator (SHMI) data reveals the trust has the fourth...
Catholic choir wins singing competition
by Stickyboard
31st October 2011
VICTORIA: A choir made up of 12 staff from the Diocese of Westminster has won the Last Choir Standing competition. Glory! sang two songs to secure victory, starting off with Take That's Greatest Day followed by Praise You by Mary...
Bra dress goes on show in Marylebone
by Stickyboard
31st October 2011
A dress made entirely of women's bras provided a welcome boost to shoppers at a Marylebone charity. The bra dress, created by theatrical designer Nathifa Douet, lifted spirits at the Cancer Research UK shop in Marylebone High Street, when it...
New way to pay for council services
by Stickyboard
1st November 2011
WESTMINSTER: Residents can now pay for a range of services at the Post Office, after a deal was struck with Westminster Council. The scheme offers 26 cash and cheque payment points for everything including parking tickets to council tax. Councillor...
Appeal 10 years after Soho murder
by Stickyboard
31st October 2011
Ten years after the murder of 25-year-old Nana Osei-Agyapong in Soho, officers are relaunching their appeal for witnesses and information about the incident in the hope of finally identifying whoever is responsible. The reward for information now stands at £15,000,...
Top dogs win prizes in Queen's Park
by Stickyboard
1st November 2011
Pampered pooches proved they had the Dog Factor at a talent show in Queen's Park. Dozens of canines showed off their skills at St Jude's Church Hall, in Ilbert Street, on Saturday. The competition was organised by dog handling expert...
Unclaimed lottery prize in Westminster
by Stickyboard
31st October 2011
An lottery prize, from a ticket bought in the borough of Westminster in September, remains unclaimed. The National Lottery is urging players to check their tickets to see if they have won £95,074.40. The winning ticket matched the five main...
Police hunt Marylebone sex attacker
by Stickyboard
31st October 2011
Detectives are hunting a man who sexually assaulted a woman in Marylebone. A 38-year-old woman was walking along Chiltern Street, towards Baker Street tube station, when she was approached from behind by a man....
Czech military base marked with plaque
by Stickyboard
31st October 2011
A Czech military intelligence base in Bayswater, responsible for running one of the most daring and high-profile missions of the Second World War, has been honoured with a plaque. Between 1940 and 1945, the sixth floor of a residential block...
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 6th January - SOLD OUT
30th January 2012
Close-Up @ The Magic Circle - 6th January - SOLD OUT
30th January 2012
Young Magicians Club J-Day 2011
30th January 2012
Kevin Doig AIMC. Chairman of The Young Magicians Club reports:
The Young Magicians Club, a Youth Initiative of The
Young Magicians Club J-Day 2011
30th January 2012
Kevin Doig AIMC. Chairman of The Young Magicians Club reports:
The Young Magicians Club, a Youth Initiative of The
Designer's dress to be seen on screen
by Stickyboard
29th October 2011
A dress made by a London-based designer is to be seen in cinemas worldwide after it was chosen by Madonna to feature in her upcoming film, W.E. Ghanaian fashion designer Vesta Okyere-Yeboah was thrilled to find out that her vintage...
Small fire at Charing Cross station
by Stickyboard
28th October 2011
WESTMINSTER: A small fire broke out at Charing Cross tube station this morning, causing damage to some signalling cable. The London Fire Brigade was called at 3.35am and the incident was over by 7.10am. Fire crews from Paddington, Knightsbridge, Soho,...
Westminster welcomes 25 new citizens
by Stickyboard
28th October 2011
Westminster's mayor has officially welcomed 25 new citizens to the borough. Councillor Susie Burbridge presided over the citizenship ceremony, at which people from across the globe took the final step on their journey to becoming British citizens by pledging their...
Award for PC who saved 40 children
by Stickyboard
28th October 2011
A brave Paddington police officer who saved the lives of 40 youngsters when a coach careered out of control on a busy motorway has been honoured for his bravery. Michael Haughey, 25, was taking the 12 to 18-year-olds to camp...
Hogarth: Need for 'surrogate grannies'
by Stickyboard
4th November 2011
Every month David Hogarth, chairman of Westminster Older People's Action, gives his views on the issues facing the borough's over 60s. I spent a lot of last week writing a Neighbourcare application to the National Lottery/Daily Mail Silver Dreams Fund....
Pimlico families muck in at farm
by Stickyboard
28th October 2011
Pimlico families had the chance to receive free horse riding and stable management lessons from a top European dressage champion. Over the half term holidays, children from the Tachbrook ward have learned how to ride and look after horses, just...
Queen's Park marks Black History Month
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
A day of music, poetry, dancing and African mask-making helped Queen's Park residents celebrate Black History Month. The Beethoven Centre in Third Avenue hosted the event on Wednesday, in recognition of the positive contributions made by African and Caribbean people...
Queen's Park collision victim named
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
Police have released the name of a 71-year-old woman who was killed after being hit by a motorbike in Queen's Park. Maria Talas, of Mostyn Gardens in Queen's Park, was taken to St Mary's Hospital in Paddington suffering from a...
London Zoo frog enjoys Hallowe'en treat
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
Keepers at London Zoo have been supplying pumpkin lunches to some of their animals, including this giant waxy monkey frog. His spooky snack was filled with flies to stimulate his natural curiosity, but instead of tucking in Alfred the frog...
Campaign targets Edgware Road beggars
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
A campaign has been launched to rid the Edgware Road area of beggars who are disturbing residents and visitors. Westminster Council will put up large posters in bus shelters and on the back of doors in the toilets of shisha...
Spooky coincidence for Victoria cat
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
With Halloween just around the corner, Victoria's animal hospital has had its very own spooky coincidence as a black cat was reunited with owners in an extraordinary stroke of luck. The cat, which had been nicknamed Spooky by staff at...
The Magic Circle Dealers Day
30th January 2012
The Magic Circle Dealers Day
The annual Magic Circle Dealers Day will once again take place at the Royal National Hotel, just off Russell Square on
The Magic Circle Dealers Day
30th January 2012
The Magic Circle Dealers Day
The annual Magic Circle Dealers Day will once again take place at the Royal National Hotel, just off Russell Square on
Two coaches collide in Victoria
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
Six people were injured after two coaches collided in a busy Victoria street this afternoon. The collision took place in Buckingham Palace Road, near the junction with Grosvenor Gardens, at around 2.40pm. A London Ambulance spokeswoman said: "We sent three...
Libyan boy takes his first steps
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
Beaming Abdul Malek El Hamdi looks a different child from a few weeks ago as he is pictured at St Mary's Hospital in Paddington. The 15-year-old has taken his first steps at the hospital only two months after suffering horrific...
Mayfair shop sells oldest map of London
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
An antiques shop in Mayfair is selling the world's oldest available map of London, which was printed almost 450 years ago, writes Dan Morgan. However the map, which was printed in 1574, may be of limited use to those travelling...
Pimlico charity helps riot victims
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
A Pimlico legal charity has picked up the symbolic broom, which became the icon of the riot clean up, by offering free legal advice to those affected by the violence that swept London this August. South Westminster Legal Advice Centre,...
Duchess opens revamped Pimlico centre
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
A Pimlico centre for children and families was today formally opened by the Duchess of Cornwall following a £3.5million refurbishment. The new-look Bessborough Centre, in Bessborough Place, features a nursery with 50 childcare places, three play areas, a garden and...
Fire chiefs' Bonfire Night warning
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
WESTMINSTER: Fire chiefs have urged residents to attend local fireworks displays this year, rather than setting off their own at home. This year, November 5 lands on a weekend for the first time since 2006, when the London Fire Brigade...
Marylebone man guilty of sexual assault
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
The son of Britain's first black cabinet member has been convicted of sexually assaulting a woman as she was asleep. Benjamin Kwahu Boateng, 27, of Crawford Street, Marylebone, met the 22-year-old at a nightclub before they both ended up at...
Ten rescued from St John's Wood fire
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
ST JOHN'S WOOD: Eight adults and two children were rescued from a fire at a block of flats in Grove End Road in the early hours of this morning. Two adults and two children were rescued by ladder from the...
Helping hand for active job seekers
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
WESTMINSTER: As Westminster Council plans to give housing priority to people who have been in work for at least two years, those who are actively seeking work will also be rewarded. People who have signed up to the Homeless and...
Spooky children's party in Lisson Grove
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
LISSON GROVE: Plenty of 'spooky' activities for the under 12s are promised at a haunted Hallowe'en party from 3pm to 5pm on Friday. The event will be held at the Greenside Community Centre, in Lilestone Street. To find out more,...
Get Connected Youth Fair
24th October 2011
Vital Regeneration and a host of partners are working together to host the 'Get Connected Youth Fair' on Thursday 27th October, 12-4pm at Greenside Community Centre. The event is for young people in the Church Street ward of Westminster to find out about local youth provision in the area that they can access. During the event there will be activities and tasters from local providers for young people to sample including; music, film, fashion & sports. For further info call us on 0207 245 2861.
Get Connected Youth Fair
24th October 2011
Vital Regeneration invite you to the 'Get Connected Youth Fair' on Thursday 27th October, 12-4pm at Greenside Community Centre. Find out about provision/activities/services in your area. During the event we will provide activities, workshops and tasters from local youth providers for young people to sample including: Music, Film, Fashion, Sports and much more! For more information contact Sadia Ur-Rehman 020 7245 2869 / surrehman@vitalregen.org
Invitation to apply for a Cultural Olympiad grant!
24th October 2011
Community Groups can apply for a Grant of up to £2,500. Projects are not restricted to, but could include; music and art exhibitions, short films, celebrations of disabled arts, theatre or creative writing projects. All projects must be inspired by the Olympic Games. For more information please contact Katy Haigh at Vital Regeneration, 020 7245 2261 or email kchaigh@vitalregen.org. Vital Regeneration also manages community facilities in Westminster spacesforhire@vitalregen.org
The Magic Circle Awards 2011
30th January 2012
Jack Delvin, The Magic Circle President is delighted to announce the recipients of the Society's 2011 Awards. THE MAGIC CIRCLE AWARDS 2011
The Magic Circle Awards 2011
30th January 2012
Jack Delvin, The Magic Circle President is delighted to announce the recipients of the Society's 2011 Awards. THE MAGIC CIRCLE AWARDS 2011
Buck: Caution advised over free schools
by Stickyboard
28th October 2011
Karen Buck, Labour MP for Westminster North, here discusses the introduction of free schools in her monthly column for the Westminster Chronicle. The latest addition to the academy schools programme in Westminster, ARK Atwood Primary Academy, celebrated 'Founder's Day' this...
Open Squares Weekend
by The Phoenix Community Garden
19th March 2012
Open Squares Weekend – 11th & 12th June 2011 Every June the garden takes part in London Open Garden Squares Weekend. The weekend is organised by London Parks and Gardens Trust and is a great opportunity to explore many of … Continue reading →
New charity shop opening in Kensal Rise
by Centre for Peaceful Solutions
29th September 2011
Donations and Volunteers needed urgently. Help us get our charity shop open on Chamberlayne Road and let's make a place for the community to meet.
charityshop@centreforpeacefulsolutions.org
07548 738967
www.ps-shop.org
news - Book a Beginners Climbing Course: 2 months Free Gym and 1 month Free Climbing!
28th February 2012
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3 Guys on a London Bus
30th January 2012
To see magic in London this good you need to go to the Magic Circle
Just like comedians everyone loves a magicians, so why then
3 Guys on a London Bus
30th January 2012
To see magic in London this good you need to go to the Magic Circle
Just like comedians everyone loves a magicians, so why then
Johnny Hart honoured
30th January 2012
Fifty years ago, The Magic Circle held
Johnny Hart honoured
30th January 2012
Fifty years ago, The Magic Circle held
The Magic Circle Gala Awards Dinner 2011
30th January 2012
This years The Magic Circle Gala Awards Dinner will be held on the
The Magic Circle Gala Awards Dinner 2011
30th January 2012
This years The Magic Circle Gala Awards Dinner will be held on the
Ben Proos - The Magic Circle Young Magician of the Year 2011
30th January 2012
The Magic Circle is delighted
Ben Proos - The Magic Circle Young Magician of the Year 2011
30th January 2012
The Magic Circle is delighted
July 31st - Young Magician of the Year 2011
5th February 2012
Finals Young Magician of the Year 2011
With the heats completed, there are six young magicians going through to the Final on 31st
July 31st - Young Magician of the Year 2011
5th February 2012
Finals Young Magician of the Year 2011
With the heats completed, there are six young magicians going through to the Final on 31st
Recycle more at Pimlico Academy
by Westminster City Council - Recycling Team
31st August 2011
Mobile recycling centre at Pimlico Academy, entrance on Chichester Street.
Sundays 12:00 - 4:30pm
Ask your recycling questions or bring along your unwanted items for reuse or recycling:
Batteries
Books
Cartons
Cassettes, videos, CDs and DVDs
Energy saving light bulbs
Mobile phones
Printer cartidges/ toners
Small electrical appliances
Textiles – clothes, shoes, accessories
Toys
Stickyboard Westminster is open for business!
by Stickyboard
31st August 2011
Come join the noticeboard as a user, community group or even small business to share news, events and connect! Let the Westmin fun begin.