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"An obelisk erected in 1788 commemorates David Hartley, who built a fire-proof house on that spot. Using iron and copper plates, he successfully fire proofed the building and demonstrated his experiment to guests at a dinner party."
With all the shops and restaurants, sometimes you forget that there are some beautiful residential properties around Charlotte Street.
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The architecture of Kensington breathes a historic aura that is unique to its streets..
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West Hampstead Station is serviced by both Underground and Overground lines, making it a fantastic place to live for commuters.
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Petts Wood Rock Choir
If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes! Your local Orpington choir is run by singer/pianist Michael Fricker. We are the local community choir with the national reputation - join the Orpington Rock Choir and experience the singing phenomenon that Will Smith described as 'Fantastic'. Whilst retaining our community spirit, we come together en masse for national and regional events, giving our members unrivalled performance opportunities and experiences beyond compare, ranging from trips to perform at Eurodisney to our local Kent music, food and fireworks festivals! Lift your spirits and rejuvenate your body and soul with a weekly hour and a half of exceptional singing tuition by joining the Orpington Rock Choir. There's no need to audition or read music, or even to perform if you're not ready, there's just a comfortable, friendly, family environment full of new friends to be made. If you are looking for a more convenient choir near Orpington or a choir on another night of the week simply visit the choir locations page at rockchoir.com. Here is a quote about our choir - 'The most uplifting, inspirational and empowering choir in the country. Not only are they the biggest choir in the world, they truly do move you in a way I didn't think possible ' - Nick Patrick (7 x Classical Brit Award winning record producer with record sales of 40 million records) Rock Choir is a winner of the Red Ribbon 'Big Heart' Award [https://rockchoir.com/awards-achievements/]. and holds 1 former and 2 current Guinness World Records. The choir is also credited with single handedly starting the contemporary choir movement.Read more
Byco Children's Concert
We would like to welcome young children (EYFS & KS1) to our childrens classical concert. Children will have the opportunity to listen to BYCO perform, learn about string instruments, have a chance to try an instrument & be inspired to be the next generation of musicians.Read more
Bymt Rotary Advanced Singer Final 2026
Please join us for the final of the BYMT Rotary Advanced Singer competition, featuring our talented advanced singers.
Swallows and Amazons
Swallows and Amazons By Josh Mathieson Based on the novel by Arthur Ransome Directed by Eve Bailey, Jack Fairey, Tilda Harper and Anthony Hoskyns Performed by Rose Youth Theatre members.Read more
Go Your Own Way - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Go Your Own Way is the spellbinding show featuring music from the legendary multiple Grammy Award Winning Fleetwood Mac. Their rock 'n' roll legacy is beautifully performed by a highly talented and acclaimed ensemble of musicians who will take audiences on a powerful journey through their incredible song book. With hits including Dreams, Don’t Stop, Everywhere, Rhiannon, Gold Dust Woman, Little Lies, Big Love and many more. Paying tribute to their Rumours line up of Stevie, Mick, John, Christine & Lindsey, which remains their most commercially successful to date, this show perfectly recreates the live energy and passion of Fleetwood Mac.Read more
Quo Connection
From the ashes of John Coghlan's Quo featuring Status Quo's original drummer, remaining members Mick Hughes, Rick Chase and Pete Mace reformed in 2023 with new drummer Russ Chadd under the name of Quo Connection. Playing many of Status Quo's hits, plus some incredible album tracks, Quo Connection replicates the true and original sound of the classic 1970's Status Quo Close to the real thing. A must see!John Coghlan (Original Status Quo drummer) "The band that really know their Quo, and continue to wave the mighty Q flag!Bob Young (The fifth Status Quo member) Quo Connection are the best there is!Alan G Parker (Director of Hello Quo) The best Quo tribute out there!Jackie Lynton (John Coghlans Diesel) Close your eyes and you'll think, you're listening to the real Quo!Don Powell (Slade & The Don Powell Band)Read more
Sky Bet League Two: Bromley vs Oldham Athletic
Bromley take on Oldham Athletic in this Sky Bet League Two fixture.
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