You’d think it was the second coming. Excitement levels on Twitter – where usually everyone is so level-headed and calm, right? – have been reaching fever pitch. But even yesterday it looked as if the fitters had their work cut … Continue reading →
A fire at the Brondesbury Medical Centre on Kilburn High Road on Tuesday night caused the Tricycle Cinema to be evacuated. Although some damage was done to the upper floor of the GP practice, no-one was hurt and the surgery … Continue reading →
The Wet Fish Café on West End Lane often showcases artists’ work on its tiled walls but, for another week, there’s a different kind of artwork on display. West Hampstead resident Steven Marlow, builds professional-quality guitars for musicians, celebrity clients … Continue reading →
From September 12th 2015, the tube will run all night on Fridays and Saturdays on the Jubilee, Victoria and most of the Piccadilly, Central and Northern lines. Around six trains will run every hour on the “night tube”. No doubt … Continue reading →
A fire broke out in a kitchen on the upper level of the Brondesbury Medical Centre on Kilburn High Road last night, meaning customers at the neighbouring Tricycle Cinema had to be evacuated. The theatre performance had ended for the … Continue reading →
Stained glass windows were broken, but nothing was taken in a “bungled break-in” of St James’ church and post office. After looking at Kentish Town a few weeks ago, this week’s Economist suggests that the success of Aldi in Kilburn … Continue reading →
I was pleased to find The Salt House on Abbey Road still a characterful pub after its recent refurbishment; it requires a subtle balance when a boozer aims for seriously good food but in a relaxing, pint & paper environment. … Continue reading →
Capital City motorbikes on Fortune Green has failed to comply with Camden enforcement notices regarding parking. Camden cuts mean no Christmas trees this year in West Hampstead but there’s already a campaign going to raise the money to at least … Continue reading →
Residents in Fortune Green have become increasingly unhappy with motorcycle showroom Capital City on Fortune Green Road, and have persuaded Camden to take action. Capital City has, however, failed to comply. According to locals, who are reluctant to be named … Continue reading →
Simon Howley, a West Hampstead film maker, has spent two years producing a new documentary about the Great Train Robbery. A Tale of Two Thieves features interview footage with one of the last surviving gang members, Douglas Gordon Goody, now … Continue reading →
