Over 50? No reason not to stay active
Did you know local leisure centres run a wide range of popular sessions for people aged 50 and above? It is a great way to get active and make new friends. You do not have to be ‘sporty’. Even if you have not taken part in any sport or exercise before, it is never too […]
The Goodlet diaries: Week 50
Week 50 of Goodlet’s diaries is swept along by the sensational news of the king’s abdication and that his brother George (pictured above during a visit to Perivale) was to be crowned in his place. December 1936 Monday, 7.12.36 In spite of breakfast in bed did not rise until lunch time, and found my cold was […]
Ealing’s long-awaited cinema is on its way
I wrote recently about how pleased I was that Ealing’s cinema was finally on its way after many twists and turns in the tale. I took another look at the site this week and am looking forward to ‘breaking the ground’ on the project with the council’s development partner St George in the next couple […]
Time to apply for primary school
If your child was born between 1 September 2012 and 31 August 2013 he or she will be due to start primary school in September 2017. Applications for pupil places are being received – and will be accepted until the cut-off point of 15 January 2017. Under the London-wide primary school admissions scheme, parents living […]
Gunnersbury Park: Stately progress
Gunnersbury Park and its many historic buildings have been closed to the general public while a large and complex restoration has been taking place. Many people may have been wondering what has been going on. It is a multi-million-pound project that will bring the park grounds to life in a way not seen for years, […]
‘Cold weather won’t stop me cycling’
Cycling in winter brings its own magic: Crisp, clear days; perhaps the occasional snow shower; and the idea of a hot drink waiting for you at the end of your cycle. But some people miss out because they only think of cycling in the summer. There are simple tips for making your winter cycling as […]
HS2 information events
HS2, the high speed rail line planned to connect London with Birmingham, is due to have a station at Old Oak Common. HS2 Ltd is holding six information events for residents – beginning with the first tomorrow (Tuesday, 29 November). Its team will run the events across the Old Oak Common area to help people find […]
The Goodlet diaries: Week 49
Week 49 is dominated by what Goodlet calls ‘the Royal crisis’ as it becomes clear that King Edward (pictured above during a visit to Acton while he was still Prince of Wales) may have to abdicate if he is serious about marrying Wallis Simpson. December 1936 Tuesday, 1.12.36 Was into bed by 3 am, so […]
Showing some unique hospitality
The historic Southall Manor House is undergoing a delicious change, which is being described as ‘lighting a beacon’ for the hospitality industry A £1.5million project will transform the Grade II manor house into a centre of excellence for training people wanting to work in hospitality. It will also become a high quality restaurant in its […]
Stay warm. Beat the chills…and bills
“It has made such a difference. I now have a warm home, which helps so much,” said Dennis Horgan, whose home has been fitted with central heating as part of a limited free offer that you, or someone you know, may still be able to take advantage of. Mr Horgan’s home in Hanwell was fitted […]
Around Ealing magazine – Winter 2016/17
The winter edition of Around Ealing magazine is here. Merry Christmas, or Chanukah, to you all – and I wish you a happy new year to come. It is a year that will be filled with plenty of regeneration activity in the borough, as this edition will testify. It will give you a flavour of some of the […]
Christmas tree-cycling
It is exciting buying a Christmas tree because it feels like festive season has truly started and the build-up to the big day can begin. But what happens to it once the fun is all over, and it is standing in the corner of a room looking sad and bare? The simple answer is: It […]