West Kensington
A locals' guide to West Kensington
"St Paul's Studios, Talgarth Road were built as artists' studios in the late 1800s and have housed a number of notable people, most famously Margot Fonteyn."
Guy Evans
"There's a buzz around Earl's Court that you can escape, walking down the handsome crescents and residential streets."
Robert Swann
"Off Earl's Court Road there are some delightful painted houses like those on Wallgrave Road."
Robert Swann
Where do West Kensington locals go?
L'Elyseé
A great little French café on Hammersmith Road. They have a range of smoothies and amazing coffees, as well as tasty sandwiches and French pastries.
Submitted by Jenalyn
Bistro Mirey
Unique French Bistro with Japanese influences, serving brunch on Saturday too!
Submitted by Ko
Mirabell Cucina
An Italian deli that specialises in paninis, wraps and sandwiches on a variety of breads, as well as hot meals. Beautiful cabinets display fresh produce daily!
Submitted by Annabelle
The Curtains Up
A pub with a great vibe and good food, but it has to be Barons Court Theatre downstairs that is its main selling point - I love it here!
Submitted by James
H G Walter
The best in W14, this traditional butchers sells top quality meat.
Submitted by Rebecca
Rassell's
Dating back to 1897, this family-run garden centre has been supplying the Kensington and Chelsea residents for generations!
Submitted by James
The Scarsdale Tavern
One of London's best-kept secrets. Great for a drink after work or a weekend watering hole...
Submitted by James
Maroush Bakehouse
Really fresh Lebanese cuisine moments from Earl's Court Underground Station. Get the set menu and you'll have enough for your lunch the next day!
Submitted by Daisy
The Kings Head
Tucked away off Earls Court Road, this pub is great for a catch up with friends or a cosy date.
Submitted by Daisy
The Colton Arms
The Colton Arms is a great pub right next to Queens Club. It has just undergone a major refurbishment and looks so beautiful inside and out. There is a lovely beer garden, a great new chef and a wonderfully friendly team. They also have quiz nights, steak nights, deals on prosecco, brunch and a cracking Sunday roast. I couldn't recommend it more.
Submitted by Poppy
The Troubadour
'50s café in Earl's Court that also includes a deli, a gallery and a club!
Submitted by Beth
The Harwood Arms
The only Michelin-starred pub in London. The best Scotch Eggs bar none.
Submitted by Richard
The Havelock Tavern
A fantastic little pub that does a superb steak! One of the best locals in Brook Green with friendly service and a great selection of craft beers and ales.
Submitted by Luke
The Malt House
A lovely gastro pub in the heart of Fulham Broadway.
Submitted by Beth
Wahleeah
A slice of NYC in Fulham. Awesome design, amazing food and great service.
Submitted by James
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"Earls Court 2 boasts the largest unsupported roof span in Europe, with floor space of 17,000sqm!"
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Fulham PoolsAt one of our indoor pools, you'll find the perfect place to sharpen up your stroke or simply relax and recover. Sharpen up your stroke with a series of detailed and focused lessons with one of our top-class teachers, who will guide you through everything you need to know to improve. For kids and adults. Website |
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Diddi danceSt Mary's ChurchAt Diddi Dance we realise and encourage endless enthusiasm and energy in an action packed, full of fun 45 minute dance class. We are the only pre-school dance program to explore 14 different dance styles. £8 per session Website |
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Aqua Rangers Swimming schoolThe Aqua Rangers Swimming School offer a wide range of swimming lessons available Monday to Friday between 2pm and 6pm and Saturday 9am to 1pm. Our classes are small with maximum 2 children per class and our teacher are great at developing every child into a happy little swimmer. Contact us to find out more. Happy Swimming Website |
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Dance ClassesSt Cuthbert With St Matthias Primary SchoolLearn Hip Hop Jazz Contemporary choreography and MTV routines with our fantastic team of fun and funky teachers. From your favourite pop routines and commercial dances the sultry strut of Fosse jazz the high kicking buzz of Cabaret the fun of dancing like Fred and Ginger or the freedom of contemporary we have the very best teachers. Our teachers are accredited by RADA Laban Reebok ISTD IDTA Mountview Academy & more. |
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First Steps Academy of DanceSir John Lillie Primary SchoolFirst Steps is at the heart of the Chelsea and Fulham community. It is a living vibrant place where young children are given the chance to realise their potential and develop their personality through dance. At First Steps we lovingly guide nursery ballet children all the way through to their Grade 8 RAD Award. Classes are held for 2 1/2 year olds to 18 year olds from Mondays through to Saturdays. |
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Song AcademyThe Holy Trinity ChurchSong Academy provides a unique and exciting opportunity for children to write and record songs from scratch in collaboration with experienced professional musicians. Song Academy is for everyone whether they play an instrument feel they can sing can write creatively or not. Take on the many roles in the collaborative songwriting process the songwriter music producer and recording artist. At the end of a term the children perform in their own gig with a live band of professional musicians and take home a compilation CD of all their song. Website |
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Twynholm TotsTwynholm Baptist ChurchA warm and welcoming playgroup for parents/carers and their children to enjoy together. Spacious and clean facility and yummy refreshments for all! Website |
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About West Kensington
West Kensington is an area on the western edge of Central London primarily located within the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, encompassing some western areas of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, located 3.4 miles (5.5 km) west of Charing Cross. West Kensington, the London postal area of W14 is roughly defined as the area between Brook Green and Hammersmith Road to the west, Fulham to the south, Shepherd's Bush to the north and Kensington to the east. It is best known as home to the Olympia Exhibition Centre and the Queen's Club at Barons Court. West Kensington is a cosmopolitan enclave, with significant local population diversity. West Kensington is primarily a residential area consisting mainly of Victorian terraced houses, many of which are subdivided into flats.
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