Henrietta: The king’s mistress and the Georgian court
Henrietta Howard, later Countess of Suffolk, was the long-term mistress and confidante of King George II. In March, renowned writer and historian Tracy Borman will be giving a talk to provide a fascinating insight into the Georgian court and reveal a woman who was far more than mistress to the king. Howard was a dedicated patron of […]
Foodbanks, Brexit and more
I have seen how foodbanks have become the hub of some people’s lives as they struggle to make ends meet and put food on the table. Ealing Foodbank (its Hanwell centre is pictured above) provides you with a worthwhile way to get involved in the community because its centres in Northolt and Southall are in […]
On the rise: Hill points the way for other parks
Community events, freshly-grown vegetables and woodland walks are just a few things that have sprung up at Horsenden Hill over the last couple of years, thanks to the hard work of the local ‘friends’ group. The Friends of Horsenden Hill now manages the council-owned site and organises local community projects there with council support. Its […]
Project charts Southall’s rising up from troubled times
This April will mark the 40th anniversary of the Southall riots and an exhibition called Southall Rising is being held in the town to look back at those tumultuous events – and the changes that have taken place since. More than 300 people were arrested by police and hundreds more hurt as battles broke out […]
Southall riots: 23 April 1979
On 23 April it will be the 40th anniversary of the events in Southall in 1979 that were later to be called ‘the Southall riots’. Borough archivist Dr Jonathan Oates looks back at how it all unfolded and how it was reported at the time. In 1979 there was a general election approaching and political […]
Southall riots: A personal reflection
Councillor Jasbir Anand represents Southall Green ward and is a member of the council’s cabinet. However, in 1979 she was simply a young resident watching events unfold around her that were later to be termed by some as ‘the Southall riots’. These are her memories and reflections as we approach the 40th anniversary in April. […]
Around Ealing magazine – February/March 2019
Welcome to the February – March 2019 edition of Around Ealing magazine. Working together is the resounding phrase in this issue. There are so many examples of people volunteering, getting involved in the community, forging partnerships and getting things done. It is inspiring. Our cover story looks at the transformative work the Friends of Horsenden […]
Foodbank providing lifeline to those in crisis
“We don’t think anyone in our community should have to face going hungry,” said the manager of the local foodbank offering emergency food and support to people in crisis. Ealing Foodbank is a registered charity run by volunteers and three part-time employees. It has centres in Acton, Hanwell, Northolt, Southall and two in Greenford; with […]
Schools to take part in holocaust memorial
Between 28 January and 7 February, school pupils from west London and beyond will take part in a special programme of events hosted by local synagogues to mark Holocaust Memorial Day. The students, in years 9 to 13, will participate in an educational workshop and have the rare opportunity to listen to a survivor of […]
Win tickets to Take On Me show
Win a pair of tickets to be among the lucky people allowed to be immersed in a new show with a difference called Take On Me…which is taking place after opening hours in the Everyone Active Acton Centre. You can scroll down to find out how to enter the competition and also how to book tickets for […]
Getting back on your feet after a fall
Violet Chapman, 97, is partially sighted and can no longer watch TV because of an eye condition which has also caused her to have a few falls. Ealing Council’s reablement team has stepped in to help. “It’s made a big difference to my life,” said Violet. “My carers are always on time, very polite and […]
This is your 2019 winter winner
This photo of a misty morning in Stockdove Way in Perivale by Lynn Wilson was voted by residents as the winner of our sixth Seasons of Ealing photography competition. We picked a shortlist of six pictures from the many sent in to us by readers – and we then ran a public poll for residents to select a winner. […]