Kensal Rise Area Guide
A locals' guide to Kensal Rise
Where do Kensal Rise locals go?
Why not explore the nearby areas of
queens park,
kensal green,
brondesbury,
willesden green,
kilburn,
westbourne park,
ladbroke grove,
harlesden,
south hampstead,
and maida vale
Did you know?
"Michael Bond's Paddington Bear resides on Windsor Gardens in Notting Hill - however number 32 does not exist, much to the disappointment of his fans."
Lovely residential roads flanked by period homes and pretty green spaces make Queen's Park a desirable place to live.
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Oliver Browne
I really enjoy this time of year around Queens Park where spring is vividly breaking into life!
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Oliver Browne
Kilburn Station's Jubilee line service is a speedy way to get into town and Canary Wharf.
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Hayley Thomas
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What locals say about Kensal Rise
“I love the hip and youthful vibe that's creeping into the area - The Shop is great for quirky cocktails, and The Whippet Inn has a great range of lagers and ales. It's really easy to get into central London and has some great independent stores.”
Milly
“The Lexi Cinema on Chamberlayne Road - a beautiful boutique cinema with a real community feel, which also donates all its profits to charity. It's staffed by local volunteers, sells great wine, and has one of the most eclectic programmes of any cinema in London! In the summer, they also do outdoor cinema in the local parks...”
Local resident
Activities near Kensal Rise
The Lark Ascending & Mozart Clarinet Concerto at Christmas
Step into the warm glow of candlelight this festive season and experience the magic of Christmas through the timeless beauty of classical music, set within the enchanting surroundings of St James Piccadilly. Celebrate the season with an uplifting programme featuring some of the most moving and iconic works in the classical repertoire. From the soaring beauty of The Lark Ascending to the serenity of Barber's Adagio for Strings, this special Christmas concert offers a perfect soundtrack for a winter's evening filled with wonder and reflection. The programme concludes with Mozart's exquisite Clarinet concert in A Major. Performed by the acclaimed Piccadilly Sinfonietta, the concert features Henry Chandler (violin) and Poppy Beddoe (clarinet) —two of the UK's most compelling soloists. With over 200 performances each year, the ensemble—featuring some of the country's finest classical talent—has become a beloved presence on the British music scene! " Stunning " - Classic FM Featuring The Piccadilly Sinfonietta Henry Chandler - Violin Poppy Beddoe - Clarinet Programme Barber - Adagio for Strings Vaughan Williams - The Lark Ascending Mozart - Clarinet Concerto in A major, K. 622 Join us for a heartwarming musical celebration that captures the spirit of the season!Read more
New Year's Piccadilly Family Concert
This Christmas, give this experience as a gift to your loved ones! Click here. New Year’s Piccadilly Family Concert Start the year with a delightful family concert featuring the exceptional musicians of The Piccadilly Sinfonietta in the beautiful, candlelit St James Church Piccadilly. Enjoy a captivating performance featuring beloved works by Saint-Saëns, Brahms, Tchaikovsky, and more. Experience a Christmas Medley, Monti’s Czardas, and Rimsky-Korsakov’s Flight of the Bumblebee. Revel in the magical atmosphere of a candlelit concert setting, perfect for a festive start to the year. Age Requirements: All ages welcome. For this event, all sales are final and tickets can’t be refunded, changed, or modified. For more information, please refer to our T&Cs. Concert details Enjoy an uplifting and family-friendly evening of exceptional music performed by the acclaimed Piccadilly Sinfonietta. Set in the stunning candlelit surroundings of St James’s Church, Piccadilly , this atmospheric concert features a sparkling selection of much-loved classics by Saint-Saëns, Brahms, Tchaikovsky, and more. Perfectly timed to brighten the start of the year, this joyful programme promises charm, virtuosity, and warmth for audiences of all ages. Surrounded by a wealth of nearby restaurants and bars, it's the ideal way to enjoy a stylish evening out in central London. “ Stunning ” – Classic FM Featuring The Piccadilly Sinfonietta Warren Mailley-Smith (piano) Programme Includes Saint-Saëns – The Swan Monti – Czardas Rimsky-Korsakov (arr. Rachmaninov) – Flight of the Bumblebee Tchaikovsky – Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy Massenet – Méditation (from Thaïs) Brahms – Hungarian Dance Christmas MedleyRead more
Almost Kate Bush
The more I got into presenting things to the world, the further it was taking me away from what I was, which was someone who just used to sit quietly at a piano and sing and play. It became very important to me not to lose sight of that. Kate Bush Welcome to the wonderful world of Almost Kate Bush, a captivating tribute show unlike any other. Allow yourself to be transported back to 78 when Kate released Wuthering Heights and the musical landscape changed forever. This show will take you on a journey from The Kick Inside, through Lionheart & Never for Ever, focussing on her earlier work and the songs from her 79 Tour of Life. Of course expect some of her greatest hits thrown in for good measure. A stunning piano & vocal performance with a few surprises along the way which will win the hearts of life-long fans and those who have only recently discovered her magical talent.Read more
The Lark Ascending and Eine Kleine Nachtmusik by Candlelight at St James's Piccadilly
Step into the serene glow of candlelight and immerse yourself in a spellbinding evening of classical music in the beauty of St James Piccadilly, an architectural gem nestled in the heart of London. This captivating programme, performed by the celebrated Piccadilly Sinfonietta, features acclaimed violinist Henry Chandler in a selection of exquisite works that celebrate the power and intimacy of string music. From the lyrical beauty of Vaughan-Williams The Lark Ascending to the serenity of Barber's Adagio for Strings and the elegance of Mozart's Violin Concerto No. 3, this evening promises an unforgettable musical journey through some of the most beloved pieces in the classical repertoire. " Stunning " - Classic FM Featuring The Piccadilly Sinfonietta Henry Chandler - Violin Programme Vaughan Williams - The Lark Ascending Barber - Adagio for Strings Mozart - Eine kleine Nachtmusik Mozart - Violin Concerto No. 3 in G major, K. 216 Join us for an evening of elegance, emotion, and timeless beauty, illuminated by the warm glow of candlelight.Read more
Skip the Line: Museum of Brands Entrance Ticket
Just around the corner from the world-famous Portobello Road, this treasure trove of consumer culture showcases the evolution of household packaging, advertising and design from the Victorian era to present day, featuring over 12,000 items. Discover how food packaging, toys, magazines, technology, travel and fashion from some of the world's best loved brands have changed over the past 150 years. Black Friday .hidden-word { display: none; }Read more
Chopin & Champagne at Christmas at St James's Church Piccadilly
This christmas, give this experience as a gift to your loved ones! Click here. This candlelit concert experience is brought to you by City Music Promotions. This concert is not affiliated with the Fever Original Candlelight series. Tickets for Chopin & Champagne at Christmas inLondon. Band AA ticket (Front section). Band A ticket for 1. Band B ticket for 1. Band C ticket for 1 You will automatically be assigned the best possible seating within each band. Stunning programme of Chopin for Christmas. Exceptional classical performances from leading concert pianist Petr Limanov. The perfect option for first-time classical concert-goers. Complimentary Champagne on arrival! The beautiful candlelit St James Church Piccadilly in the heart of LondonRead more
Harry and the Hounds, the Tr5's, Adam Wedd
Harry and The Hounds (rockabilly) The TR5's (skiffle / rock 'n' roll) Adam Wedd (singer / songwriter)
About Kensal Rise
Kensal Green is a neighbourhood in the London Borough of Brent. A small area on the southern edge of the London Borough of Brent, Kensal Green borders the boroughs of Westminster to the East, and The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea to the South. Surrounding neighbourhoods include Willesden Green to the north, Harlesden to the West, Brondesbury and Queens Park to the East and Ladbroke Grove to the south. The names Kensal Green and Kensal Rise are used somewhat interchangeably by non-residents to denote the same neighbourhood, although residents differentiate between the areas based on proximity to the local tube and train stations.
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