North Kensington Area Guide
A locals' guide to North Kensington
Where do North Kensington locals go?
Fez Mangal
A bustling Turkish restaurant close to Ladbroke Grove Underground Station that cooks amazing Turkish BBQ'd meats. Great takeaway or fun with a few friends to eat in, as it's BYOB. If you're feeling hungry, get the special mix. Also the mezze starters are tasty too...actually everything is!Read more
Why not explore the nearby areas of
ladbroke grove,
white city,
kensal town,
clarendon cross,
portobello,
westbourne park,
kensal green,
shepherds bush and surrounding areas,
shepherds bush,
and artesian village
Did you know?
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What locals say about North Kensington
“The Lexi Cinema on Chamberlayne Road is a unique independent cinema. Despite the gentrification, the area has kept its community feel. Great local parks like St Mark's, Little Wormwood Scrubs, Queen's Park Gardens and Emslie Horniman Pleasance. The area has one of the biggest and most famous cemeteries in London, Kensal Green Cemetery. Great shopping areas, Chamberlayne Road, Golborne Road and the northern end of Portobello Road, where North Kensington meets Notting Hill. The transport links are superb, with Ladbroke Grove, Kensal Green, Latimer Road and Kensal Rise stations all serving the North Kensington area. The Parlour restaurant on Regent Street is widely considered one of the best in North West London for a Sunday roast and I can vouch for that. If you happen to be a fitness freak, we have Kensington Leisure Centre, Jubilee Sports Centre, All Stars boxing gym and Moberley Sports Centre â which is currently being redeveloped. A vibrant, up and coming part of North West London.”
Rory
“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 North Kensington
The StrummerWalk
Dive into Joe Strummer's punk transformation from Woody Mellor to The Clash legend. Enjoy a free beer on all Saturday tours, blending history with a bit of fun. Explore legendary sites in Ladbroke Grove on foot, including iconic pubs and recording studios. All Saturday Tours include a free beer. Wheelchair users will find all areas and surfaces accessible, alongside transportation options that cater specifically to their needs. Infants and small children are welcome to ride in a pram or stroller, though it's required for infants to sit on an adult's lap. Service animals are permitted, ensuring no one in your party has to be left behind. For those considering how to get there, public transportation options are conveniently available nearby. This experience is suitable for individuals of all physical fitness levels, ensuring everyone can enjoy it comfortably. Experience available in English Experience supplied by: FlipsideLondon Tours All ticket sales are final and cannot be refunded, exchanged, or otherwise modified. Click here to check out the T&Cs.Read more
Portobello Comedy Club
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.Read more
Sonic Daze Live Show
Return of Sonic Daze with their full live band. Presented by Sonic Daze. This is an 18+ event
Taste Film presents Pretty Woman (1990)
Ready for rags-to-riches fairytale? It would be a mistake to miss out on this one. Taste Film presents Pretty Woman. An iconic 90s rom-com that gives you the chance to live out your 90s Beverly Hills fantasy. Richard Gere, Rodeo Drive, Champagne? We're here to please. We're putting a premium twist on this Taste Film favourite, with more courses, more cocktails and all the nostalgic feels. Bring your friends, bring your mum, bring some tissues. From the unforgettable costumes, to the iconic lines that launched a thousand rom-coms, we've fallen hook(er), line and sinker for our next screening.Read more
Djangada
Fast emerging as the new Brazilian sound from the UK, Djangada’s funky piano trio reworkings of classics from Gilberto Gil and Dorival Caymmi has captivated audiences all over. Their dynamic trio interplay comes from years of performing together as a rhythm section and is a thrill to witness live; a blend of traditional Brazilian music with a jazz aesthetic that is lively and accessible, but with a deep sense of craft and musicality. Sam Watts (piano) and Matheus Nova (bass) have been playing together for several years and have formed the backbone of many brazilian rhythm sections in Europe over the years including those of Marcelo Andrade, Celeste Caramanna, Adriano Adewale, Luiz Morais, Luna Cohen, and Cosmo Sound Collective amongst others. When they met Marcinho Pereira (drums) in 2020 they decided to finally break out and do their own thing, and these years of musical communication and interplay are the foundation of the band’s sound. Line up Sam Watts (piano) Matheus Nova (bass) Marcinho Pereira (drums) Presented by Ladbroke Hall. All agesRead more
Eym Trio And Varijashree
Experience a unique musical meeting point where jazz and South Indian classical tradition come together. EYM Trio join renowned vocalist and flautist Varijashree for the UK debut of their collaborative album, blending the improvisational freedom of jazz with the intricate beauty of Carnatic music. EYM Trio are known for travelling widely and absorbing musical influences from around the world, bringing them into an ever-evolving creative dialogue. Varijashree’s journey mirrors that openness: trained in Carnatic music from early childhood-before she could even walk-she later developed a deep passion for Western music and jazz. As the musicians describe it, “That’s the kind of collaboration we’re all looking for in our lives as musicians.” The result is an album that sits at the crossroads of two rich traditions. Jazz harmonies and improvisation intertwine with the rhythmic and melodic complexity of Carnatic music, creating a sound that gently blurs the boundaries between cultures. Like a Kapla structure, the trio’s compositions are taken apart and rebuilt in new ways, allowing each performance to evolve organically. Line Up Elie Dufour - Piano Yann Phayphet - Double bass Marc Michel - Drums Varijashree Venugopal - Vocals Presented by Ladbroke Hall. All agesRead more
George Johnson
BBC Young Jazz Musician of the Year 2024 finalist George Johnson presents his quartet - one of the most exciting emerging acts in UK jazz. Leading on tenor saxophone and composing the music, Johnson steers the band through a wide range of musical territory whilst maintaining an unmistakable connection to the jazz canon. His writing prioritises purposeful collective improvisation with the difference between solo and written sections often blurred. King David Ike-Elechi (drums), Scottie Thompson (piano) and Zaki Osahn (bass) each bring a distinctive voice and broad experience to the music. The influence of the contemporary New York scene is clear though the band’s UK roots run deep - members having played with Emma Rawicz, Gareth Lockrane, Orphy Robinson, Ivo Neame, Will Sach and many more. Johnson continues his studies at the Royal Academy of Music under Julian Siegel, Alex Hitchcock and Giacomo Smith, and the quartet are regulars on the London and UK jazz circuit, having played sold-out shows at the Vortex, Next Door Records, Karamel and Notting Hill Arts Club. With a debut release planned for Autumn 2026, they’re ones to watch... Line up: George Johnson - tenor sax Scottie Thompson - piano Zaki Osahn - bass King David Ike-Elechi - drums Presented by Ladbroke Hall. All agesRead more
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