The Census of 1921: A window into 100 years ago
Since 1801 a census has been carried out in Britain every 10 years and now we have the latest census this year it seems appropriate to look back to the census of 1921, writes borough archivist Dr Jonathan Oates. The individual contents of the 1921 census will be made available next year. This was the […]
When the Duke of Edinburgh came to visit
To commemorate the late Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, who died last month, we look back at the times he visited the borough – which he did on several occasions, as borough archivist Dr Jonathan Oates explains. The first visit was on Tuesday 26 November 1957, when he went to the A.E.C. Works, on Windmill […]
Wanted: New foster carers
There is a shortage of foster carers in our area. Could you become one? Three events are being held to help you to find out why current carers strongly recommend doing it. Currently our borough has approximately 100 fostering families, but with around 320 looked after children, more carers from all backgrounds, ethnicity and ages […]
Your photos – and donations – needed at Pitzhanger
Have you taken any photos of your life in the lockdowns? Whether clapping for the NHS, queuing socially distanced, volunteering in the community, wearing masks, making rainbow displays, working at home, home schooling, meeting loved ones online, or going on walks for some fresh air; many facets of the pandemic became part of everyday life […]
Win a year’s membership for The Joy Club
We have teamed-up with The Joy Club to offer 10 readers the chance to win a year’s free membership. And all runners up will get the chance to grab three months’ free membership. The Joy Club is an online activity club for people aged over 65 that supports its members to afford a more active […]
Make a change – train in social work
Ealing Council is joining a national campaign to recruit more people into social work and is encouraging residents to sign up to the training programme. The Step Up to Social Work government programme gives graduates or people looking for a career change the chance to join the next generation of social workers. Applications must be […]
Don’t be foul with dog mess – bag it and bin it
Dog owners and walkers are being reminded by Ealing Council to clean up after their animals because a small number of irresponsible residents have been leaving the mess behind. It is illegal to not pick up dog poo from any public place or footpath that is left by your dog or a dog you are […]
Running mayors to lead race for active travel
You have heard of mayors. You have heard of running. But have you heard of running mayors? Well, Ealing just got one. With COVID-19 and social distancing changing the way we live and move, and the need for climate action requiring a green recovery from the pandemic, people around the world have been looking for […]
A year of COVID-19
The coronavirus has touched all our lives these past 12 months. As you can see in the video above, and in the new infographic we have created to capture some of the numbers behind it all, it has been an extraordinary year. COVID-19 has taken a terrible toll on our borough, like it has across […]
Famous perspectives of Pitzhanger Manor
Award-winning historian, author and broadcaster Bettany Hughes OBE will start a series of online talks at Pitzhanger Manor in Ealing. You can book now. The renowned architect Sir John Soane, upon whose original vision the recent restoration of the house was based, used Pitzhanger Manor to entertain friends, celebrities and potential clients, creating interesting encounters […]
Get your summer event seen in Around Ealing
Do you have a local event planned for the summer? Or fun activities for people to get involved in? Tell everyone in the borough about it. This year, for the first time, the summer edition of Around Ealing magazine will have a summer activities pull-out section. The edition will out to all homes in the […]
Book your vaccine if you are a carer or get free flu jabs
If you are aged 50 or older and were eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine this winter; or if you are the main carer for an older or vulnerable person; you can now book your first COVID-19 vaccination. This vaccination booking service is for healthcare workers, social care workers and adult carers who live […]
