Kensington West Blog

Cinderella Christmas Offer

CClayton — Wed, 16 May 2012 15:24:18 +0000

Christmas may be some time away but there is nothing wrong with planning ahead and getting the best seats booked nice and early. Running from 24th November 2012 to 5th January 2013 (except 24th/25th Dec and 1st Jan) is the classic Cinderella at the Lyric Hammersmith London.
Everyone knows the story of Cinderella and her three ugly sisters. The story still holds true today to some extent. Many people have had a tough life of drudgery and hardship, bullied and mistreated people. If only we all had a fairy Godmother to cast a spell and lead us all to our Prince Charming.

Cinderella at the lovely Victorian auditorium in Hammersmith promises to be the perfect family treat for Christmas.

Christmas Offer

If you book directly with us here at Kensington west you can get a family room for 2 adults and 2 children at £95 per night inclusive of VAT valid from 16/12-25/12.

Just quote: XMASOFFER.

You will need your credit card required at the time of booking. Please note this is a non-refundable and non-cancellable reservation.

Leonardo da Vinci: Anatomy

CClayton — Wed, 16 May 2012 11:29:22 +0000

The “Anatomy” exhibiton at the Queen’s Gallery will explore Leonardo da Vinci’s studies of the human body. Long regarded as one of the greatest Renaissance artists, da Vinci was also a pioneer when it came to understanding the human anatomy.

Da Vinci planned to publish his findings after a series of studies and detailed dissections, but at his death in 1519 the drawings remained hidden in his private papers and lost to science for 400 years. Today they are among the Royal Collection’s greatest treasures.

The Queen’s Gallery next to Buckingham Palace showcases the best paintings and treasures from the Royal Collection through a series of changing exhibitions.

source www.londondrum.com/events/?p=14246

The Queen: Art and Image

CClayton — Wed, 16 May 2012 11:25:41 +0000

At the National Portrait Gallery in St Martin’s Place, London from the 17th May right through to October you can view a special exhibition of sixty images our Queen Elizabeth II throughout her 60 her reign. You will get a chance to see how the way she has been portrayed has changed over the years. The Queen: Art and Image exhibition will include formal portraits and photographs from famous artists such as Andy Warhol, Pietro Annigoni, Lord Lichfield, Cecil Beaton and Lucian Freud. There will also be shown some film footage and not forgetting her postage stamps!

Date:17th May to 21st October 2012
Nearest Tube: Charing Cross
Tickets: http://www.npg.org.uk or…Call 020 7766 7344 (transaction fee applies)

Antigone – Olivier Theatre

CClayton — Wed, 16 May 2012 11:17:25 +0000

Olivier Theatre, National Theatre, Southbank, London

Antigone is an adaptation of the ancient Greek play by Sophocles. British actors Jodie Whittaker and Christopher Eccleston play the main parts. It’s about a war torn city and the fight to gain control over it. Creon (played by Christopher Eccleston) refuses to bury the body of Antigone’s ( Jodie Whittaker) rebellious brother. The people daren’t object but the prophet Teiresias warns that this tyranny will anger the gods; the rotting corpse is polluting the city.

With a number of dates running starting from Wednesday 23^rd May, there should be plenty of time to get your tickets. The nearest tube is Waterloo. Tickets: Ticket prices range from £12 to £32, from nationaltheatre.org.uk

Kensington Gardens

CClayton — Wed, 16 May 2012 10:47:54 +0000

Kensington Gardens will be hosting an enchanting theatrical experience this summer. A specially created pavillion with 1480 seats and a circular stage will act as a doorway into the magical land of Narnia.

CS Lewis’ “The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe” is one of our best-loved children’s tales, and this amazing mix of live theatre and puppetry, set against the backdrop of Kensington Palace, will prove to be one of the summer’s most memorable experiences.
source www.londondrum.com/events/?p=17228

Puppet Festival at Covent Garden

CClayton — Wed, 09 May 2012 11:34:57 +0000

Families need to head down to Covent Garden this coming weekend and celebrate Mr Punch’s 350th birthday at the annual May Fayre and Puppet Festival. This year there will be dozens of professional puppeteers from all over the world.

On the Saturday the Big Grin Party in the Covent Garden Piazza will be taking place, whilst Sunday will host the traditional May Fayre in St Paul’s Church Gardens. There will be a procession of maypole dancing and clowns, lots of puppet shows and a workshop. If you have nothing planned for this coming weekend, head over to Covent Garden.

Westlife – Farewell tour

CClayton — Wed, 09 May 2012 11:34:28 +0000

Sadly the Irish group Westlife are calling it a day after 14 years together. But fans have got one more chance to see the boys in action at the O2 Arena this Saturday 14^th May.

The boys Kian, Shane, Mark and Nicky will perform all 14 of their No.1 singles in one fantastic “Greatest Hits Show” is a not to be missed show for fans of the group. Bryan McFadden who left the band on March 9, 2004 will not be appearing.

Those looking for affordable Kensington Accommodation should check us out here at Kensington West. We offer all the latest mod cons, a clean room and a great location.

Tour Dates

May 2012

Saturday 12 London O2 Arena
Sunday 13 Sheffield Motorpoint Arena~
Monday 14 Newcastle Metro Radio Arena
Tuesday 15 Liverpool Echo Arena
Thursday17 Cardiff Motorpoint Arena
Friday 18 Cardiff Motorpoint Arena
Saturday19 Sheffield Motorpoint Arena
Sunday 20 Birmingham LG Arena
Tuesday 22 Nottingham Capital FM Arena
Wednesday23 London O2 Arena
Thursday24 London O2 Arena
Saturday26 Manchester Evening News Arena
Sunday 27 Glasgow SECC

June 2012

Monday 04 Birmingham LG Arena
Tuesday 05 Nottingham Capital FM Arena
Thursday07 London O2 Arena
Friday 08 Birmingham LG Arena

May Day at Museum of London Docklands

shamina — Thu, 03 May 2012 17:32:40 +0000

Why not celebrate May Day on the 7th May at the Museum of London Docklands. There will be lots of workshops and events for kids and all the family. Traditional folk dancing will be in full swing as well as lots of other actives for the kids. Best of all it is free. So those on a budget will find this the perfect day out.

Breakin’ Convention – Sadler’s Wells London

shamina — Thu, 03 May 2012 17:27:50 +0000

Breakin’ Convention is acritically acclaimed International Festival of Hip Hop Dance Theatre which has been running since 2004. Based at Sadler’s Wells in London, the three day festival will show the very best, most influential artists from around the world! As well as seeing some of the best house dancers, poppers and lockers, there will also be DJ demonstrations, workshops, film screenings and freestyle sessions in the Sadler’s Wells foyer. This year it plans to be bigger and better than ever, so if you are a hip hop and dance fan this is THE festival for you.

The festival takes place on Saturday 5th May – Monday 7th May 2012

Tickets costs £15.00 – £20.00. For more information and to book tickets, phone 0844 412 4300.

B & B Hampton Court

CClayton — Wed, 02 May 2012 14:51:55 +0000

The food festival at Hampton Court Palace is the only festival for all things food and drink related. There will be a number of renowned chefs demonstrating their skills, work shops where you can have a go at improving your own culinary skills, and plenty of tasting tents.

A great day for all the family. If your looking for somewhere close to stay when take a look at Walnut Tree House. Walnut Tree House is a Bed and Breakfast near Hampton Court in London which is a beautiful Victorian family house with a beautiful garden and historic Tudor boundary wall. Take a look at the photographs below to see what the B&B can offer you..

Walnut Tree House

Garden of Walnut Tree House B&B

Double Bedroom