DJ Yoda at Roundhouse in Camden

September 7, 2011

DJ Yoda, real name Duncan Beiny was born in London and is well known as a hip hop turntablist who uses samples to create a cartoony musical style. This coming saturday he is presenting an evening of audiovisual entertainment at the Roundhouse in Camden. Tickets cost £14.50 – £19.50.

DJ Yoda’s work fuses the senses of sight and sound which provide visual images to entertain and surprise the audience whilst supporting his audio creations.

If your looking for an affordable place to stay, come and stay with us here at Kensington West. Mention the blog and you may get a discount.

Filed under: London,London Events — Tags: camden, DJ Yoda, roundhouse — shamina @ 2:55 pm

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The Mayor’s Thames Festival

In London this weekend is The Mayor’s Thames Festival which is London’s largest free festival. The festival will be showcasing the capital’s incredible creativity and bringing together people from all communities to celebrate the city and the River Thames.

Filed under: London,London Events — Tags: The Mayor's Thames Festival — shamina @ 2:45 pm

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The Proms – Royal Albert Hall

August 11, 2011

The Proms concerts are the most famous events held at London’s Albert Hall. Originally they were held in the Queen’s hall on South bank until it was bombed by the Germans in 1941.

For seven weeks every summer, visiting orchestras, famous soloists and conductors join in with the BBC Symphony Orchestra. This year there is a Prom first.. a Comedy Prom by comedian Tim Minchin. This Saturday at the Royal Albert Hall starting at 7.30pm.

We are a just a couple of miles from the Hall and we still have some rooms available.

Filed under: Concerts,Royal Albert Hall — Tags: comedy prom, Proms #40, tim minchin — shamina @ 2:08 pm

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Boutique Hotel in Kensington

July 29, 2011

Simply Rooms and Suites in Kensington is one of the trendiest boutique London hotels. Located, just of buzzing Kensington High St, it is ideal for the discerning tourist or business traveller. Set in the heart of London, newly designed Simply Rooms & Suites is one of the new boutique London hotels near Olympia Exhibition Centre. Located only 400 metres from Kensington (Olympia) underground station, and a stone’s throw away from Kensington High Street, they offer affordable high quality 4* accommodation.

Simply Rooms & Suites concept is simple. The reason they can offer a luxury experience from only £99 per night is by eliminating the traditional hotel facilities such as a restaurant, bar, gym and spa. This allows them to keep room rates low without compromising on high spec room luxury. Also Simply Rooms & Suites offer either a mini-kitchen or a fully fledged kitchen in the majority of its guest bedrooms encouraging guests to bring in food and beverages from the many local groceries or take-aways.

All rooms our contemporary designed and equipped with quality bedding, air conditioning, free broadband internet, wifi, flat screen TVs, ipod dock, UK & EU power plugs. Bathrooms are equipped with power showers, bathroom speakers, and quality accessories.

Filed under: Kensington,London — Tags: Boutique Hotel — shamina @ 1:05 pm

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Thriller Live

Thriller Live, a live concert tribute to Michael Jackson. The concert is set to take on the West End after two ecstatically received extensive UK tours. Thriller Live is a retrospective of Jackos entire recording career. Arguably more famous now for his turbulent and controversial private life than for his music, the show includes countless timeless classics such as I Want You Back, Beat It, Billie Jean and Earth Song, reminding us what made MJ such a star in the first place.

Location: The Lyric Theatre, London

When: Friday 29th July to Sunday Jan 2012

Looking for affordable accomodation in London? We offer a lovely, clean modern accomodation with all mod cons. Our prices are very competitive, so give us a call today and book.

Filed under: London — Tags: Thriller Live — shamina @ 12:53 pm

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Planet Earth Live 30th July O2

“Planet Earth Live” is a spectacular live music event which will accompany scenes from the BBC television series “Planet Earth”. The music will be provided by Emmy Award-winning composer George Fenton, mezzo-soprano Haley Glennie-Smith, and the BBC Concert Orchestra. The Concert is based at London O2 Arena which is London’s premier concert venue seating 23,000 which makes it one of the largest indoor arenas in Europe

Filed under: London,London Events,O2 Arena — Tags: Planet Earth Live — shamina @ 12:42 pm

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Harry Potter London Walk

July 27, 2011

The last film of Harry Potter may be done and dusted but he will live on a lot longer. Fans can enjoy a 2 ¾ hour Harry Potter London Walk walking tour and river adventure into the magical world of wizardry in London.

You will also get to learn about London’s rich history and the famous and infamous muggles that have lived in this great city.

Harry Potter Walking Tour Highlights:

• Visit the locations used for The Leaky Cauldron in The Philosophers Stone and Prisoner of Azkaban
• Includes a 15 minute river cruise along the route taken by The Order of The Phoenix on their way to Grimmauld Place
• Stand on the bridge destroyed by the Death Eaters in Half Blood Prince
• Discover the similarities between Muggle ministeries in London and the Ministry of Magic
• Push a trolley through the wall at Platform 9 ¾
• See film locations from movies including The Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer, The Imaginarium of Dr Parnassus, 102 Dalmatians and Bridget Jones’s Diary
• Discover the fascinating history of London, its side streets and ancient buildings
• Get a FREE list of tips and discounts (on the email confirmation) for Harry Potter themed activities in London when you book the tour
• See inside the bedroom where Lady Mary is seduced by Turkish diplomat Mr Pamuk and where he suffers a premature and suspicious demise.

Why not make your visit to London more memorable by taking in all the attractions. Staying in a Budget London Hotel like Kensington West doesn’t cost as much as you might think. Book with us today..

Filed under: London,London Events,London Tours — Tags: harry potter, london walk, walking tour — shamina @ 10:14 am

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Downton Abbey Tour

Why not become Lord or Lady Grantham for the day on a tour of ITV’s popular period drama on a Downton Abbey movie locations tour here in London. On this tour, run by Brit Movie Tours, you will get to travel by luxury mini coach from London to visit the charming Oxfordshire village that was used as Downton Village. You will get to wander around and explore Highclere Castle and its beautiful grounds that was used as the main Downton Abbey set, and also learn about the 1000 year history of the Castle and life ‘above and below stairs’.

Downton Abbey location tour highlights:

Visit the Oxfordshire village used as Downton village and see the home of Matthew Crawley and where the church, village fair and hospital scenes were filmed.
Watch episodes of Downton Abbey as you travel between locations.
Wander around the ‘Above Stairs’ rooms of the property used as Downton Abbey including the drawing room, main hall and library where many of the dramatic scenes involving the Crawley family were filmed.
Wander around the picturesque grounds of Downton Abbey and get beautiful views of the nineteenth century house in its full glory.

Stay with us here at Kensington West. Our Kensington Hotel is perfectly located for all of Londons top attractions.

Filed under: London,London Events,London Tours — Tags: Downton Abbey Tour — shamina @ 10:11 am

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Hotels Near Buckingham Palace

July 20, 2011

Visit Buckingham palace

Buckingham Palace in London is Queen Elizabeth II’s Official Residence. Every August and September our Queen goes up to Scotland and Buckingham Palace opens up for visitors. Opening this coming Saturday 23^rd July right through until 25^th September 2011, visitors can view nineteen State Rooms which are still in use by the Royal Family. The lavish interior is pretty impressive, the furniture is English and French made, but of course the finest in the world. Paintings on the walls include Rubens, Rembrandt and Canaletto.

This year visitors are in for a real treat as they can see the Duchess of Cambridge’s wedding dress on display. Designed beautifully by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen, the dress was kept secret until the very first moment Kate Middleton appeared on the 29 April. Also on display will be the tiara, earrings and shoes the Duchess wore.

Visiting Buckingham palace is a must see London Attraction, its history dates back many centuries. The most famous address in the world has hosted a number of world famous events. The recent Royal wedding of Wills and Kate, The Coronation and Jubilee, and sadly the funeral of Wills mum Princess Diana. Many Kings and dignitaries visit and many awards ceremonies take place there.

If you’re looking for a hotel near Buckingham Palace, here at Kensington West, we are just three short miles away from Palace. You can jump on the tube and be at the Palace in minutes or take a famous black cab. Kensington west is ideally placed for most of the top London attractions. We are a budget London Hotel near Buckingham Palace with all mod cons (see facilities). Contact us today to book a room with us.

Filed under: Buckingham Palace,London,London Events,London Hotels — Tags: Buckingham Palace, Hotels — shamina @ 10:10 am

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Events in London this weekend 16th July

July 15, 2011

James Blunt Picnic Concert – 16th July

Join James Blunt for an unforgettable summer night at Kenwood House when he takes you through some classic tracks including “You’re Beautiful”, “High”, “Goodbye My Lover” and “Wisemen”. Kenwood House overlooks Hampstead Heath and boasts a spectacularly ornate library filled with great works of art by Rembrandt, Gainsborough, Vermeer and Stubbs.

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Lovebox Festival – 15th -17th July

Victoria Park will be hosting the annual LOVEBOX festival for three days in July starting friday 15th July. On the Friday you will see The Wombats, Example and Beardyman. Saturday you can see Snoop Dogg, Jessie J, Katy B, and on the Sunday 17th you can see Groove Amarda, Scissor Sisters, Blondie, Kelis, Marc Almond and Beth Ditto.

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Thelma and Louise - 16th July

At Kensington Gardens this Saturday The Royal Parks will be laying on “Thelma and Louise”, starring Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon is being shown. A great outdorr cinema experience all round.

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Bed Bugs Sleepover at London Zoo – 15th July

If your children are between 11 and 14 this experience at London Zoo is a great experience. They will spend the night in BUGS! alongside the spiders, beetles and tamarins (all safely behind glass). With plenty of activities before bedtime including animal talks, games and story-telling sessions. The highlight will be a night time tour around the zoo, so they can see what goes on once all of the visitors have gone home. Many of the animals are more active at night, so they’ll be able to see what they get up to as we search the zoo by torchlight.

For more goings on in London this weeekend visit http://www.londondrum.com

Filed under: Kensington,London,London Events — Tags: kensington events, lonon events — shamina @ 3:37 pm

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