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"As well as its world famous market, Portobello Road was home to George Orwell in the 1920s, the author of cult classics Animal Farm and 1984."
The tallest building in the EU, Borough Market and a stunning setting along the Thames - London Bridge has it all!
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Leadenhall Market's Grade II listed, 19th century structure feels as if you are stepping back to a more opulent era...
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With Epping Forest on the doorstep, you feel a million miles from the hustle and bustle of London...
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“I love Streatham Hill, with all it's new bars, coffee shops and eateries, it has become a popular place to be, morning, midday, or evening.”
Charlene
“I love Acton because it has a very friendly mixed community. The new leisure centre and swimming pool is great. A New John Lloyd gym and tennis club has just opened. There are great parks - Gunnesbury park is fabulous and Acton Park has tennis courts and a great children's play area. Transport links are excellent. The overground from Acton Central links up with the District, Jubilee and Bakerloo underground stations. Trains from Acton Central go from Richmond to Stratford through North London. Acton Main line station trains go from Heathrow to Paddington and will soon have the addition of the new Elizabeth line. Also there are 3 central line stations (East, West and North Acton), and Acton Town has the Piccadilly line station for direct trains to Heathrow airport. Churchfield Road has many cafes and restaurants. Indian, Greek, Japanese etc. There is a new Italian cafe and deli. There is also a new Italian restaurant on Acton high street which is good. The George and Dragon Pub is a bit of a hipster pub which brews its own beer and has live music. Acton is a stones throw again from Chiswick where there are many excellent restaurants. It is also 6 minutes by car to White City Westfield Shopping centre, with a newly opened John Lewis Department Store.”
Claire
“It´s a truly hidden gem! You have all the vibrant London life at your doorstep while living pretty much in the country, plus all the shops and services you need on a daily basis. Truly the best of both worlds and we´re proud to call it home!”
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Activities near London
The Real Thing
Multi-million selling soul band The Real Thing are ready to give their much loved disco-inspired hits a new lease of life, with an extensive UK tour. Featuring the group’s two original vocalists Chris Amoo and Dave Smith, along with their 5-piece band, The Real Thing deliver a funky ‘in your face’ show with a strong ‘retro flavour’ with the band’s classic songs mixed with contemporary grooves. Celebrating over 45 years in the music industry. As well as the success of their debut hit single ‘You to Me Are Everything’, these Liverpool lads boast three million selling hit singles including, ‘Can’t Get by Without You’, ‘Whenever You Want My Love’ and ‘Can You Feel the Force’, making them the UK’s best-selling black group of the late 70s.Read more
La Linea
The London Latin Music Festival which takes place in venues across Central London. Founded in 2001 the festival showcases contemporary Latin music.Read more
Big Thief
American indie-rock four-piece made up of Adrianne Lenker, Buck Meek, Max Oleartchik, and James Krivchenia.
Six
Musical comedy show featuring Henry VIII's six wives finally telling their side of the story through music and accompanied by a six piece band.Read more
Race Meeting
Evening Flat Racing. Check venue for exact opening and race times.
Lma Presents: Animal Farm
Acting 1A & 1B presents: Animal Farm
Frankie Valli Tribute
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