Mapesbury Estate Area Guide

Dave McPherson is a solo artist and founding member of the band InMe. Armed with an acoustic guitar he makes music straight from the soul. Focusing on straight-from-the-heart lyrics, emotion, melody and song craft. With a new solo album built upon a new chapter in his personal life, and an abundance of crowd favourites, Dave McPherson brings his new show to the stage. Having toured for decades, with the likes of Biffy Clyro, Nickelback, Charlie Simpson, Serj Tankian and many more, the live setting is truly where Dave McPherson shines.

When you’re the one keeping everything together, how do you stop yourself from falling apart? Ria is a singer-songwriter. She’s talented. She’s ambitious. And she’s driven- quite literally- all the way from Lancashire to London, to start afresh in Camden Town. Charting the rise and fall of a rollercoaster relationship, Ria is recording her debut album with her band. But the more the tracks progress, the more music and memory collide… This soaring piece of gig theatre from Olivier Award winner Maimuna Memon brings a raw and powerful insight into first love, co-dependence and mental health care- but most of all, how music can help us start again. The critically acclaimed, multi award-winning Manic Street Creature returns to the stage in a new production for a limited run at Kiln Theatre. POST SHOW Q&A: Monday, 16th March, 7.30pm ALCOHOL FREE PERFORMANCE: Tuesday, 24th March, 7.30pm CAPTIONED PERFORMANCE: Thursday, 19th March, 7.30pm RELAXED PERFORMANCE: Wednesday, 25th March, 2.30pm AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE: Thursday, 26th March, 7.30pm (Touch Tour at 6pm)

Join local historian Ben and culture buff Claudia as they take you through the trendy and photographic neighbourhood of Notting Hill. Steeped in cultural history, discover how this carnival corner of the capital became a melting pot for people of all backgrounds. Discover the stories, history, and iconic faces of a high-end London neighborhood with a quirky audio guide you can download to your phone - the only thing we can't promise is bumping into Hugh Grant or Julia Roberts! Black Friday .hidden-word { display: none; }

Portobello's hottest new comedy club is bringing you a line-up of the freshest and funniest talent around. Expect big laughs, unexpected moments, and jokes so sharp they'll have you snorting with laughter.

Brent Active Together – Test & Learn Pilot Families on Wheels Learn to Skate Together – Strengthen Family Bonds Through Movement About the Pilot Families on Wheels is a Test & Learn pilot designed to shape Brent’s new Family Learn-to-Skate Programme. Through this short trial, families will help co-design the final model by sharing feedback and reflections after each session. Your experiences will directly influence how we build future opportunities for families to play, move, and learn together across Brent. What’s on Offer: We’re offering 14 private, one-hour Learn-to-Skate sessions, each for one family of up to four people (minimum one adult). Each session will: - Be led by a qualified RollaDome coach - Include skates, protective gear, and a safety briefing - Teach families skating step-by-step with a focus on fun, teamwork, and confidence - End with a short reflection and feedback activity Our Aim: To explore how learning together can help families: - Spend quality time and stay active as a unit - Build confidence and communication through shared experiences - Strengthen relationships while being physically active - Co-create a lasting, inclusive family skating model for Brent Who Can Apply - Families living in Brent (priority to Wembley Ward) - Immediate family only – parents, children, and siblings living in the same household - Up to four participants per family (must include at least one adult) - Open to SEND families - Sessions run November – December 2025 - Applications close once 14 families are confirmed Priority Applications Preference will be given to: - Families referred by community organisations, schools, or faith centres (e.g. via your local imam, youth worker, or community hub) - Families not currently engaged in organised sport or physical activity - Households that would benefit from shared family time and confidence-building experiences How to Apply: Families can apply directly or be referred by an organisation. Email: [email protected] A Collaborative Test & Learn Project This initiative is part of Brent’s Active Together – Test & Learn Programme, funded by Sport England and supported by: RollaDome All Skate, TETH Youth & Adult Service, and StreetGames. Together, we’re testing inclusive ways to help families move, connect, and grow stronger — side by side.

Direct from the USA, We are thrilled to welcome Vanessa Collier to the January Blues Festival line up in 2026.