West Twyford Area Guide
A locals' guide to West Twyford
Where do West Twyford locals go?
Acton Market
Run every week Weds/Thurs/Fri/Sat by local charity and social enterprise Action West London. This is an exciting market with a real community feel, reflecting Acton's diverse communities. Stalls are available to rent daily and currently include ethnic street foods, fresh fish, fashion, jewellery and bargain stalls .Read more
Why not explore the nearby areas of
park royal,
alperton,
north ealing,
north acton,
perivale,
wembley,
harlesden,
ealing,
acton,
and wembley park
Did you know?
"Now disused, Acton Lane Power Station was used in the filming of Aliens and Batman (1989)"
Handsome period properties sit on tree-lined roads in Brondesbury Park...
O
Oliver Browne
I can't think of a place with better transport links - you can be at Bond Street in only 13 minutes!
H
Hayley Thomas
Lively and lined with trendy independent shops, bars and restaurants, it's no wonder that Portobello Road is so popular!
D
David Roberts
Explore West Twyford
What locals say about West Twyford
Activities near West Twyford
Derwentwater School Disco! Y1-Y6
Our School Disco, Glow Room and Festive Canteen are back!There will be 3 sessions for different year groups, so please read the details. Glow Room admission from 3:20pm Disco times: 4:00pm - 4:50pm for Years 1 and 2 5:00pm - 5:50pm for Years 3and 4 6:00pm - 6:50pm for Years 5 and 6 Please do not book this event for Nursery or Reception children. Their event is called the Mini-Disco and has a separate booking : LINK FAQs: Q: Do I need to buy a ticket for my child/ren? A: The school disco is AFTER SCHOOL and completely optional to attend. If your Years 1-6 child would like to come please purchase a ticket on TicketSource or during playground sales when they happen (cash and card payments). Q: Can I donate a ticket? A: Yes please! This is always appreciated. This is an option at checkout on the TicketSource page. Thank you! Q: I need help funding a ticket, what do I do? A: We want all children to be able to attend, if you need help funding this, please have a word with the office staff. We will be happy to help! Q: What can my child wear to their disco? A: Friday is a Non-uniform day! Wear your disco/party clothes to school! If necessary you can also change in the toilets after school. Q: Where is the disco being held? A: The Middle Hall (Y3/Y4 floor). Please drop your child off at the Year 3 door (across from the canteen) before their disco. Q: I am a parent/carer, how does this work? A: Please read carefully: You MUST pick up your child/ren from school at 3:20pm as normal. If your Y5/Y6 child walks home alone, they can go home alone as usual and come back for their disco, but you must bring them. All parents/carers MUST stay on site when your child is in the disco. This is not childcare; please be present in case of any issues. Please remind your children to stay in the disco hall, and if they need help to seek an adult present. They are not permitted to leave the hall or wander around school. Q: Can I attend the disco too? A: Unless youre volunteering to chaperone, we cannot let parents or siblings into the discos. Q: What do we do when waiting for the children to come out? A: Bring siblings children to the Glow Room for some fun, or fuel up and enjoy the vibes in the Festive Canteen! Q: What is the Glow Room? A: The Glow Room is part of our fundraising and also FUN-RAISING! Come get neon face paints, glowsticks and more! Each disco has 40 minutes in the Glow Room before their disco session to get a Glow Up! Q: What is the Festive Canteen? A: The Festive Canteen is a Derwentwater tradition! Whilst the children are dancing away in their disco, we invite you to relax in the canteen with other families and enjoy some refreshments. We have our Tuck Shop with treats galore sweet cones, popcorn, and other special offerings. There is the bar with both soft drinks coffee/tea, and mulled wine, prosecco and beer to enjoy. Outside we will have, returning from the summer fun day, food truck Lord Falafel, offering a wide selection of Lebanese/Syrian and British food to enjoy in the canteen. All things on offer are part of our fundraising efforts and include vegetarian and Halal options. Q: Will you have a raffle? A: Yes! If you have a prize to offer, please email us, and thank you! [email protected] Q: Can my child attend if they are in Aktiva on Friday 13th? A: They can attend. Aktiva will still be running as usual. If you want your child to go to the disco, please buy a ticket and then let the office know so we can arrange this. Q: My child is in an after school activity (drama, football, etc). What happens? A: These activities will be rearranged for earlier in the day. Please stay tuned for emails from the school for complete details. Q: Can siblings, friends or adults go into the discos? A: No. The discos are only for the children in the year groups featured in each session. They must be Derwentwater students. Parents/carers need to stay on site, and can wait in the Festive Canteen or outside. Q: Is the disco for children that do not attend Derwentwater? A: No. This includes siblings who go to other schools. Q: Will the music be age appropriate? A: The DJ will ensure that the tunes he plays are appropriate for each year group. Q: Can parents/carers pay for food and drinks and Glow Room by debit/credit card? A: Yes we can take card and cash payments. Minimum spend 1 on card. Q: What time does event finish? A: 7pm please buy snacks for Y5&Y6 by 6:30pm so they have something to eat when they come out (and they WILL be hungry from dancing!). However, we would like to close the canteen at 7pm so our volunteers can go home, so please purchase drinks and snacks and take them to go. Q: My child is easily overwhelmed by loud noises and lights. Should they attend? A: We always have a quiet room on site supervised by a chaperone, so if any child needs a break, they can go here. If your child is especially sensitive to noise but wishes to come, they may bring ear defenders. Please note: There will be flashing lights. Q: As a parent/carer, how can I help this fabulous fundraiser? A: There are many ways to help: Volunteer: We need LOTS of help!!! Sign up here for sessions to help: https://signup.com/go/WdAijmr Display a CityDeal Estates Board for 4 Weeks: For every board displayed, we receive a donation. This also shows our community we support our school. Its easy, simple and free. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/eRr6zsxHA5kUWtPJ8 Donate a raffle prize: [email protected] Join the Volunteers WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/ELZs3uEJSZaDGZwHUHGvDi Any other help, offers, questions? Email us: [email protected] Thank you for supporting this event!Read more
Acton Community Gardens
Get ready to kick off an exciting new term with RollaDome! Whether you’re brand new to skating or coming back for more, now’s the perfect time to join the action, energy, and skating spirit. Start fresh, build skills, and make this your most fun-filled term yet! Why Rejoin Our Club? Revive Your Skills: Been a while? No worries! We’ll have you skating with the same flair and confidence as before. Friendly Environment: Reunite with old friends and make some new ones in our family-friendly, inclusive space. Upgraded Lessons: We’ve revamped our programs, ensuring a thrilling and enriching skating experience! Important Notice: If your child has Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), is autistic, or has learning difficulties, you might need to complete an additional form for 1-to-1 support. Recordings may take place for safeguarding and training purposes, in line with our safeguarding policies. There’s no better time to rediscover the joys of roller skating. Whether you’re looking to refine your skills or just to have an amazing time, we’ve got you covered!Read more
Portobello Comedy Club
Get Ready for a night of laughs, London! 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. Whether you're a local or just passing through, this is the night you won't want to miss. Grab a drink, order some food, take in the music, kick back and enjoy a comedy experience that'll leave you in stitches-all happening right here in the heart of West London! Doors Open at 19:00 Show starts at 20:00 Sharp Please Arrive Early Lets introduce the Comedians who will have you in fits of laughter! ️ JUNIOR BOOKER (your host) If there is one artist who you would want to steer the ship its this guy Mr Gosh Darn it! With quick wit and knowing how to engage and have the crowd locked in Junior Booker is the perfect host to hold the evenings proceedings down but it doesn't stop there as Mr Booker is one of the best and current hot properties within the comedy community who will have you laughing so much it will feel like you've done an ab circuit class the day after. ️MR CEE Cool, Charming & Conscious, Mr Cee is the Urbane Comedian & one to watch out for on this 'Circus of Fun'. Equally skilled at Hosting or Stand-Up, Mr Cee has performed at venues such as The Hackney Empire, The Comedy Store, Glee & Jongleurs Comedy Clubs. He has also supported Comedy Giants Kevin Hart, Dick Gregory, Paul Mooney, UK Legends Felix Dexter, Gina Yashere, Curtis Walker, Angie LeMar & African Legends AY, Basketmouth, Okey Bakassi & Clint Da Drunk on their UK tours. Also he has hosted/performed at Concerts with Busta Rhymes, Redman, Method Man, Corrine Bailey-Rae, SWV, Jon B, Janet Kay, Carol Thompson to name a few. His comedy achievements ranges from doing 'warm ups' most recently for CH4s Award Winning The Big Narstie Show, the BBC1 show Blouse & Skirt & also winning the Best Male Newcomer at the Prestigious Black Entertainment Comedy Awards in 2000. Being one of the founding Leaders Of The Nu Skool a collective of progressive & ground breaking comedians, Mr Cee has been for over 17 years, consistently nurturing countless comedians on their journey into stand up comedy & elevating the standards & shows. Mr Cee is also a D&AD Black Pencil Award Winning Mentor, at the world renowned School Of Communication Arts 2.0. ️ ICY JONES Winner of multiple best comedian awards throughout the years Icy Jones, also known as Uncle John Sport, is a London-based stand-up comedian who began his comedy career in 2015. Since then, he has been actively performing in various comedy venues across the UK, steadily building a reputation in the comedy scene.Read more
Basement Kids
We are open every Tuesday straight after school with an official start from 4pm to 5pm during term time. Just book in! Open for primary school children. We offer games, craft, LEGO, Nintendo Switch, and even vouchers for half-price toasties! Theres also a space for children to do homework or reading. Parents can stay for a quiet coffee or return for pick-up at 5pm. Bookings close midday every Tuesday.Read more
Headliners Chiswick Nye Special
Seats are allocated according to group size, if you have any requests or wish to be sat with other ticket holders please call us on 07801 491741 Lineups are sometimes subject to late change, if there's someone on the bill you particularly want to see call 07801 491741 to check. Late admission at our discretion. Please call if you are running late.Read more
Gladiators
Get ready for the ultimate action-packed experience, as Gladiators Live Tour makes its global debut in arenas across the UK for the very first time in 2025. Featuring the new stars of the UK TV series Gladiators, the live show will be a spectacular, high-octane two-hour show with all the fan-favourite events and the ultimate Eliminator. Following the incredible resurgence of one of the UK’s most beloved franchises, this brand-new live show for all the family promises non-stop excitement. It will feature fast-paced entertainment showcasing the legendary athleticism and thrilling stunts of the iconic Gladiators, as well as contenders from series one and two returning to face their nemeses. With purpose-built sets crafted to immerse audiences and state-of-the-art lighting that transforms the arena into a gladiatorial battleground, this is a live experience like no other. Gladiators Live Tour is a groundbreaking live event that propels the iconic Gladiators brand into a new era, offering a fresh and exhilarating experience for fans. Brilliantly condensed into two hours of action, the show will bring the thrilling action directly to fans across the UK. Ending with the legendary Eliminator, the show will be one to remember.Read more
Efg London Jazz Festival: Way Out West Presents "the Train & the River"
The Way Out West Collective presents a varied programme of instrumental and vocal music on the theme of rivers and trains. Expect inventive arrangements of familiar classics, unusual material and unexpected gems.Read more
About West Twyford
Local estate agencies
How much is your property worth?
Get your property valued by a local expert
Feedback about living in West Twyford has been submitted directly by the public and may not necessarily reflect the views of Foxtons. The description of West Twyford was modified from Wikipedia and is available under the Creative Commons licence. Land Registry data is Crown copyright. All the views and contributions contained within Foxtons Local Life are those of the contributors. All content is assessed before publishing for taste, however free opinion is encouraged. Foxtons accept no payment or sponsorship for content that is posted about West Twyford.