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Missing ginger and white cat called Buddy

Birkbeck Rd/Burlington Gardens area. Over a week and much missed by family and their little girl.  Please let me know if any sightings and please check sheds/garage. Many thanks

Mel O'Brien ● 98d5 Comments ● 74d

Opting out of the Winter Fuel Payment

If your income is over 35k and, like me, you don't want HMRC monkeying about with your tax code any more than they do already, then you have until September 14th to opt out online.https://submit.forms.service.gov.uk/form/7964/opt-out-of-winter-fuel-payment/29643

Susan Kelly ● 79d0 Comments ● 79d

Vote for your favourite independent cinema

https://www.bifa.film/coty-vote/I've put my vote in for Act One. Please feel free to join me.

Susan Kelly ● 83d5 Comments ● 81d

Acton Real Ale Festival (29th-31st Aug)

Welcome to the second Acton Real Ale festival.In cooperation with our friends at Portobello Brewery, we have curated a selection of more than 20 cask ales from a wide range of independent, provincial and micro breweries, with styles including mild, best bitter, porter, IPA, stout, real cider and much much more! Our friends at the Pint of Hops beer shop will be complementing these with a choice of international bottled beers.You will be able to vote for your favourite beer and the winner will be announced on Sunday evening. Last year's winner was Brentwood’s Marvellous Maple Mild. Were that not enough, we have arranged a panoply of entertainment, with comedy acts on Friday, live music on Saturday, and a charity raffle and table quiz on Sunday to raise funds for Stonewall Housing. There will also be a barbecue on all three days with V/VG options available. Children and families more than welcome until 1900h all three days.Our core range of rotating cask ales, keg craft lager and cider, Guinness and a rare cherry sour beer, along with fine wines, soft/hot drinks and bar snacks will of course also be on offer.Please join us at the West London Trades Union Club on Friday 29th August, Saturday 30st Aug/Sunday 31st Aug: 12pm - 11pm. You will find us at 33-35 High Street, Acton, W3 6ND (look for the red door) on the Uxbridge Road. All are welcome, entry is free.PUBLIC TRANSPORT:From the West, buses SL8, 207, E3, 218, 266, 70, 440 stop at Acton Old Town Hall.From the East, buses SL8, 207, 70, 440, 218 stop at Acton Central Station.On the Overground, Acton Central Station is approximately a 6 minute walk away. Turn left out of the station and take the first left down Birkbeck Road. On reaching the main road, we are across and to the right.On the Tube, Acton Town is a 15-minute walk away, or take the E3/70 bus; alternatively, go to Turnham Green and take the E3 bus.For accessibility assistance please see our website: https://wltuc.com/accessWe are looking forward to seeing you! If you have any queries, please email Emily at secretary@wltuc.com.

Patrick Green ● 85d2 Comments ● 81d

North China Restaurant

We moved out of Acton to North Devon a few years ago and this evening over a Chinese meal, we were discussing the times when we used to eat at or order from the North China in Acton.Imagine our shock to discover, according to a TripAdvisor review, that the owner, Lawrence, sadly died in 2023 (the review from 2024 just quotes "last year"). Lawrence was a friend to our family for many years. It's good to see that this Acton staple is still going as reviews are still being posted, so it is obviously in safe hands.

James Vertigan ● 123d1 Comments ● 84d

CV update required

My laptop has packed up and I need to add my current job to my CV asap.  If anyone knows a CV service or can do this, I will pay for their time!

Danielle Fox ● 85d0 Comments ● 85d

Microsoft experts

Are there any microsoft experts in the Acton W3 area that csn come and sort out a virus problem? We are happy to pay for your time.  Please call or text on 07904 631 038

Danielle Fox ● 86d0 Comments ● 86d

Fire in Park Royal Monday Evening 18 August 2025

Did any reader see what looked like smoke billowing from Park Royal around 6 - 7pm last night, Monday, 18th? I have checked the BBC website and local media but nothing seems to have been reported. I could not tell exactly where it was but it looked north of Western Avenue but not as far as Wembley.

John Stuart Gallagher ● 90d0 Comments ● 90d

Barclays Bank, Acton

Hi,Does anyone know who is moving into Barclays Bank?Work is taken place inside currently.

Ana Strachan ● 94d0 Comments ● 94d

restore Victorian tiled path

Anyone here recently restored their garden bath and can recommend a tiler. The path is Victorian and Id be glad of a recommendation .

Maire Lowe ● 99d2 Comments ● 98d

Six Bells renovation

While the Belvedere site looks like it will not be re-opening as a pub given the planned tuition centre as per W3 headlines, the Six Bells further up the High Street opposite the Market Square area and closed since Covid I believe, has been undergoing a major outside painting refurbishment.Does anybody have any news and details on the planned re-opening? Hopefully they will also have done a major improvement of the inside of the pub which always seemed in dire need of extensive TLC despite serving a good standard of beers, especially Guinness.

Joe Conneely ● 102d2 Comments ● 101d

Can Crushing Cycle @ Stirling Road

I didn't see this or go to Stirling Road but having been to the Blues & Jazz Festivals and a Comedy Night in Ealing this particular year there was definitely a place for this bike.Now that the food stalls all seem to be able to use compostable paper and wood plates and utensils and the drinks are served in reusable plastic cups and aluminium cans we have moved a long way forward towards sustainability.  However the separation of waste leaves a lot to be desired.  Being able to see aluminium cans crushed and reduced in volume and learning more about this endlessly reusable packaging might have encouraged festival goers to not mix and then put everything into the same unmarked bin.  What we saw was everything including food waste all mixed together.  Bins need to be very clearly marked on all sides to make it extremely obvious what was to go in them from a distance before trying to make your way towards a bin!  Food waste mixed with everything in an open bin is not at all pleasant.

Philippa Bond ● 105d1 Comments ● 105d

Oaks stakeholder meeting 6th August.

There will be a meeting of this stakeholder group next week If anyone has any comments, or suggestions, the members of the group are as follows.South Acton ward Councillors (The High Street is now part of South Acton Ward.) Gary Malcolm, (Lib Dem) Julian Gallant (Con) David Wooten & Maureen Colledge (CCA) Natasha Patel (Your Acton BiD) Jackie Ross (Pop up shops)  Serena McBeth & Maire Lowe (residents) Plus of course. Council officers. representatives of L&Q leaseholders NFU Leaseholders and CBRE who manage the Oaks on behalf of the Leaseholders and chair the meeting. Lots of people you might say.

Maire Lowe ● 108d3 Comments ● 107d

Coffee shop closures

Yes, there probably were too many coffee shops on Churchfield rd but we’ve now lost Zola, chimney cake and mill deli, and aquired 2 vape shops. Be careful what you wish for…

Lee Harding ● 152d7 Comments ● 111d

Dan Crawford , North Acton Ward Councillor apparently removed as LAB candidate for the 2026 Election

If this doesn't tell you ALL you need to know about how Ealing Council Labour operates, then you need your head read.Dan has integrity, is always available & works very hard for his Ward constituents, and asks questions of his Liebore Party.It is so obviously the latter that has seen him sacked.We have a lovely Council.    🤣

Rosco White ● 129d14 Comments ● 120d

Spare packing boxes?

Hi does anyone have any unwanted packing boxes please?

Yasmeen Alzubaydi ● 125d0 Comments ● 125d

Acton Market's mini Food Festival on Saturday 19th July 2025

This weekend, Acton Market's mini Food Festival on Saturday 19th July 2025, is a culinary adventure you shouldn't miss!Dive into delicious dishes from Ghana, Jamaica, Morocco, the Middle East and much more.We are also going to have a FREE face painter for the kids from 11.30am to 3.30pm , operating on a first come first served basis. Join us at Acton Market, The Mount, W3 9NW, from 11am to 3:30pm on Saturday 19th July.We will be joined by@buns.n.boba - Smashed burgers and bubble teas@smokybites.uk - South Asian BBQ@auntiebonnies - Jamaican @comfortkitchenldn - Ghanaian @chunkysstroopwafels - Stroopwafel and Barista CoffeeSerenity Kitchen - Jamaican and TunisianActon Market Falafel - Middle EasternActon Market Juice Bar - Fresh Pressed Juiceshttps://www.actonmarket.co.uk/acton-market-mini-food... #ActonFood #FestivalVibes #LondonMarkets #WhatOnInLondon #Ealing #FoodLovers #MulticulturalFood #SummerEvents #FreeEvent #SupportLocal

Zahra Shah ● 126d1 Comments ● 125d

Event in Acton Park

I understand that the Carnival has been cancelled due to lack of funds. However,an application from an organisation called Kenya and Friends in the Park has been made for an event to be held 26/27 July. This is to include music from 11.00-22.00, supply of alcohol 11.00-21.30 Saturday, 11.00-21.00 Sunday.If the licence is granted by Ealing Council this will cause a huge amount of inconvenience to those of us living in the immediate vicinity of the Park in terms of noise, parking and general disturbance.If you would like to object to this, please do so in writing to the Licensing team at Percival House by 7 July. The application can be seen at www.ealing.gov.uk/info/200063/licences_and_street_trading.

Nina Battleday ● 153d8 Comments ● 127d

Java Fusion

Think I might be a bit late to the party on this one but how good is Java Fusion? Particularly nice in this weather with the small courtyard at the back and very affordable particularly as you can pick up your drink at local supermarkets it being a BYO.

Alan Fairchild ● 146d5 Comments ● 127d

Grooming Gangs decades long cover up - Lefties on here got anything to say?

All rather embarrasing for you innit?Of course your ideology was never at fault. It never is.

Rosco White ● 153d8 Comments ● 129d

The roadworks nightmare continues

This is possibly the best yet. People digging up half the big roundabout causing tailbacks in all directions.When will it ever end?

Susan Kelly ● 142d3 Comments ● 131d

Shower fitter / plumber

Hi, can anyone recommend a shower fitter / plumber locally?Thanks

David Powers ● 141d1 Comments ● 131d

What’s the racket?

It’s usually so quiet - putting aside the parakeets who are all tucked up safely.But tonight there’s fireworks, loud music and a sound system.Surely not Gunnersbury?But can’t think what would be audible in Acton Central

Sara Nathan ● 137d2 Comments ● 136d

Ealing Beer Festival 2025-Wapole Park Next Week

Hi folks, Just a reminder that the Camra Ealing Beer Festival 2025 is on next week in Walpole Park, Mattock Lane from the 9th to 12th July, with Real Ales, Craft Beers, Ciders, Perries, Wines and Imported Beers including Live Music and Food Stalls

Simon Lee Swinn ● 140d0 Comments ● 140d

Obnoxiously loud music at The Rocket

It's Saturday 11:34pm and the absolute cretins are having an outdoor party with bass reverberating across the road. I'm hearing people whistling and raving. How is this allowed? We're trying to sleep, I have a young kid that keeps waking up from the noise. We're a few numbers down from The Rocket and have our windows open because it's hot. Ridiculous behaviour from everyone involved. Council out of hours don't pick up due to limited staff

Peter Jeong ● 142d0 Comments ● 142d

Halford's site on Acton Hill

Just wondering if anyone knew what is planned for this site which turns out to be a lot larger than it looked when Halford's were there.Might be something exciting!

Susan Kelly ● 181d5 Comments ● 144d

Morrison's Inconvenience Store Acton

I went in today and both lifts are still out-of-order but today the staff had also switched off both escalators and only switched the "down" one back on when customers made a fuss. I daresay that I am not the only customer with multiple disabilities who is expected to take a trolley through the carpark, along Acton High Street, up Kings Street and back in to the store. I have complained to Head Office before but the usual response is "Take it up with the local manager", who usually says "Try Head office". I did once but the manager just blamed the member of staff who was nearest.I see that they charge for trolleys in Acton but not in Ealing. Is that a reflection on the memories or honesty of the people of Acton?

John Stuart Gallagher ● 178d6 Comments ● 146d

Acton's new post office will be wild

This promises to be one of the most interesting post offices in the country. I can't wait to see how the social media influencers posting on Instagram about the latest oversugared drink interact with the technophobe elders popping in to pay their bills.

Mark Evans ● 159d3 Comments ● 150d

NAO says developers can ‘manipulate’ planning system to reduce infrastructure contributions.

Wottasurprise!NOTE: "...a lack of up-to-date government data to assess whether the current system is delivering its intended benefits."AND: "...examining potential conflicts of interest involving consultants representing both developers and councils."   National Audit Office says developers can ‘manipulate’ planning system to reduce infrastructure contributionsA report by the National Audit Office (NAO) has highlighted challenges within England’s planning system that may allow developers to negotiate lower financial contributions toward local infrastructure. The watchdog noted that differences in capacity and expertise between public and private sectors can make it difficult to fully scrutinize viability assessments - important tools used to establish contributions under Section 106 agreements.The report highlights a notable skills shortage in local authority planning departments, with the number of public sector chartered town planners declining by 25% between 2013 and 2020, while the private sector grew by two-thirds during the same period. This imbalance has impacted councils’ ability to effectively challenge viability assessments, especially against developers who have access to specialist consultants and legal expertise.Other findings include unspent developer contributions, a reduction in housing association demand for affordable housing, and a lack of up-to-date government data to assess whether the current system is delivering its intended benefits.To address these issues, the NAO recommends introducing standardised Section 106 templates, reviewing the use and transparency of viability assessments, and examining potential conflicts of interest involving consultants representing both developers and councils. The report also calls on the government to evaluate and strengthen planning capacity.The government is expected to publish updated viability guidance later this year.Our planning news is published in association with ThePlanner, the official magazine of the Royal Town Planning Institute.RTPI logoThe Planner logoPlanning news - 13 June 2025Pennycook to ‘consider’ strengthening nature restoration fundFuture Homes Standard to include rooftop solar as standardNational Audit Office says developers can ‘manipulate’ planning system to reduce infrastructure contributionsSOURCE:   https://www.planningportal.co.uk/services/weekly-planning-news/planning-news-13-june-2025?msdynmkt_trackingcontext=aa13ae8a-1d03-40ba-9ced-d225985c0200#national-audit-office-says-developers-can-'manipulate'-planning-system-to-reduce-infrastructure-contributions

Rosco White ● 156d0 Comments ● 156d

Eviction of Football Samurai Academy from North Acton Playing Fields

Ealing council has served an eviction notice on the Samurai Football and Tennis Club on North Acton playing fields. In 2017, Ealing Council issued a decision letter expressing support for a lease extension through 2043 — an agreement later followed up with signed Heads of Terms and a draft lease in 2024. Based on these assurances, the Academy invested over £150,000 into significant improvements to the site, including the construction of a 3G pitch and building refurbishment.Despite this, on March 25, 2025, the Academy received an eviction notice without prior consultation or justification. You can sign a petition protesting this and calling for a reversal of the decision here:https://www.change.org/p/stop-the-eviction-of-the-local-football-and-tennis-club-from-north-acton-playing-fields?signed=true

Vlod Barchuk ● 184d9 Comments ● 156d

Final Cut Pro

Hi, can anyone help me with the basics of FCP ie inserting photos, videos ad overlaying text? I have already looked on YouTube, so please not suggestions there.Thanks

David Powers ● 158d0 Comments ● 158d

Putin's Minions in Acton

For anyone like me who wasn't completely across the recent trial of the Bulgarian spy group working for the Russian's including the lady from the salon on Churchfield Road, can I recommend the podcast from The Rest is Classified. It presents what is quite a complex story in a witty and entertaining way.

Alan Fairchild ● 200d1 Comments ● 168d

Deleting a post

HiDoes anyone know how I can do this please?

Danielle Fox ● 170d0 Comments ● 170d

Closing the crossing at Churchfield Road

There is a discussion about the potential impact of the West London Orbital line on level crossings in the area on ChiswickW4.com in which the following document was shared. This dates back quite some time but the project seems to be gaining momentum so it might be worth bearing in mind again. The Churchfield Road crossing would be considered for closure with a footbridge and ramp being installed. Closure isn't necessarily going to happen but, if it doesn't there will be very long queues up and down Churchfield Road.https://wla.london/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/2017-October-West-London-Orbital-Rail-Technical-Analysis-and-Conclusions.pdf

Mark Evans ● 215d6 Comments ● 170d

NVQ Qualified plasterer required

Im looking for a plasterer to fill a few holes left when my electrician fitted three uplighters in my hallway.  My flat is in Acton W3 and im looking for someone as soon as poss if anyone is interested.

Danielle Fox ● 170d0 Comments ● 170d

The Oaks

'Good news. Oaks management held a meeting for everyone involved this morning. So Acton BiD,, the Leaseholders, the Owners of the building, the Management company, the Met police, Ealing Council Members and Officers plus Residents. all met to discuss what can be done to improve the quality of the shopping experience in the Oaks. There was consensus that the centre is not especially attractive now,  and everyone had suggestions for change. We, the Residents, were impressed by the enthusiasm round the table.. There is a policy review of the regulations preventing pop up stalls and benches, a talk with the letting agents on the vacant units, a look at opening all the toilets (there are three). more stringent control of unruly elements ,and outreach to the public for local music, art and charitable objectives to be included in the open space. We are quite excited and grateful to everyone who came to the meeting and contributed so positively. Its a question of  watch this space. Anyone with more ideas and suggestions can talk to  Natasha Patel, (Acton BiD) Julian Gallant (Cons)Gary Malcolm (Lib Dem). Maureen Colledge (CCA) Serena McBeth or me.

Maire Lowe ● 423d31 Comments ● 171d

Street Cleaning in Acton

Hi everyone,I’m really frustrated with the state of Hereford Road and the adjacent streeths. There’s been rubbish and dirty streets piling up for weeks, and despite raising multiple tickets with the council, nothing has been done. It’s not just unsightly—it’s attracting pests and making the area unpleasant for everyone.Has anyone else had similar issues? It feels like the council is just ignoring this, even though we pay council tax for basic services like waste collection. If others are experiencing the same problem, maybe we can put more pressure on them to actually do something about it.Let me know your thoughts!

Fred McMiller ● 249d10 Comments ● 171d

Jane Austen at Acton Library

There will be a talk for JA's 250th anniversary at the library at 2pm on Tuesday, 27th May.

Susan Kelly ● 177d0 Comments ● 177d

funded online safety sessions

Hi parents! I’m a speaker with the Breck Foundation. We’re currently offering a limited number of fully funded PSHE sessions to schools across Greater London – and I’d love to see more local schools benefit.The Breck Foundation delivers age-appropriate sessions for students from Year 1 to Year 13, as well as talks for parents and teachers. We cover vital topics such as:Online safetyGrooming and exploitationDigital resilienceAnd how to stay safe in an ever-changing online worldThese sessions are designed to support your child’s well-being and fit into the school’s curriculum – and there’s no cost to the school, thanks to special funding. But this is only available for a limited time.🔹 Eligibility: Schools must be in the lowest 50% of the Index of Multiple Deprivation (IMD)📅 Sessions must be booked for dates between 1st June – 31st October 2025👉 You can read more about the sessions here:🔗 https://www.breckfoundation.org/speaker-sessions📝 If you'd like your child’s school to take part, please contact them and share this booking link:🔗 https://www.breckfoundation.org/booking-forms

Kerry Rusk ● 181d0 Comments ● 181d

Gov't to consult on removing planning committee decisions for developments of less than 10 homes.

The Developer's Free For All continues unabated, and aided & abetted by Liebore:-Government to consult on removing planning committee decisions for developments of fewer than ten homes.The government is set to consult on shifting the jurisdiction of planning committees for smaller housing schemes.This latest move builds on the proposals already laid out in the Planning and Infrastructure Bill, which is currently progressing through the House of Commons.While the Bill outlines a ‘national scheme of delegation’, giving planning officers the authority to approve schemes that align with local plans, it does not explicitly call for a wider removal of planning committee involvement in smaller developments.As reported by The Times, the government is expected to announce further elements of its planning reform agenda in the coming weeks. Among the most contentious is a consultation on removing council planning committees’ ability to “interfere in the vast majority of planning applications.”Planning minister Matthew Pennycook has confirmed that larger schemes will continue to go before committee. However, stripping planning committees of decision-making powers over swathes of smaller applications, he argues, will help streamline the system.“Some local authorities haven’t made these changes, they haven’t streamlined their process,” Pennycook told The Times. “And I think bringing that clarity and uniformity across the country… will help speed up the process.”https://www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/article/councils-to-lose-blocking-powers-in-boost-to-housebuilding-bpqm2l3xn

Rosco White ● 193d3 Comments ● 185d

Broadband recommendations

Moving from bt/ee.Mot huge usage so all suggestions welcome.Thanks.

Mark Frost ● 192d6 Comments ● 187d

Free Community Day - This Saturday

The countdown is on! 🎉 This Saturday April 26th, the Mount will come alive for our clean and pleasant Acton community event!We'll have plenty of entertainment and activities11am to 3pm FREE bouncy castle and FREE face painter for the kids from 11am! (first come first served)11.45amLive Music from  Andrew Mckays Jazz Band1pm DJMC and guest DJ's  - spinning the decks3pm'The Tracks', from Twyford High School will close the eventThis is also your chance to come and meet some of the local community groups making a difference in Acton and find out how you can get involved with them, including Ealing Repair Cafe, Ealing Friends of the Earth, and Lagar Can Acton (litter pickers).Come and shop with our regular traders and grab some good food, including tastes from Ghana, Lebanon, Jamaica, and Morocco to nourish your stomach!See you there from 11am on Saturday!

Zahra Shah ● 209d0 Comments ● 209d

Old wood sleepers

A.P.P.L.E. are renewing the gardens at the ARTBLOCK Acton Park. We are taking out the old rotten sleepers and rebuilding the raised beds. Does anyone one want the old sleepers or knows anyone that would take them away. Please contact - staff.appleplay@gmail.com

Vicki Barker ● 209d0 Comments ● 209d

Easter Church Services

Apologies, a bit late this year...Oaktree Anglican Fellowship216 High St, London W3 9NXEaster Sunday Celebration 4.30pmPlease join us for our all-age Easter service.St Mary’s ChurchThe Mount, High St, London W3 9NWEaster Saturday - 9pm Easter vigilEaster Sunday - 8am Holy Communion               10.30am Parish communionOur Lady of Lourdes141-143 High St, London W3 6LXGood Friday - 7pm Tenebrae Service: come and join for prayer, song and meditation on the Passion of ChristEaster Saturday - 8pmEaster Sunday - 9am, 10:30am and 12:00pmSt Martin’s West ActonHale Gardens, London W3 9SQEaster Sunday  - 5.45am Sunrise service and Easter bonfire followed by breakfast - 10am Holy Communion service followed by Easter egg hunt               - 6.30pm Evening Prayer on zoomSt Dunstan’s East ActonFriars Pl Ln, London W3 7AWEaster Saturday - 10am-12pm Easter crafts for kidsEaster Sunday - 5am Sunrise service + breakfast              - 10am All age communion              Acton Baptist ChurchChurch Rd, London W3 8PPEaster Sunday - 10:30amActon Hill ChurchHigh Street Corner of, Woodlands Ave W3 9BUEaster Sunday - 11:00amBerrymead Evangelical Church16 Avenue Rd, London W3 8NSEaster Sunday - 11:00amChurch of the AscensionBeaufort Road, London W5 3EBEaster Sunday - 10:30amChrist Church Turnham GreenTown Hall Ave, Chiswick, London W4 5DT(St Alban's S Parade, Chiswick, London W4 5LG)Good Friday - St Alban's 7pm - 30 minutes prayer and reflectionEaster Sunday - 9.30am Holy Communion              - 10.30am Contemporary gathering St Alban's       - 6pm Informal gatheringAnyone looking for an online service- Easter Sunday at 11:30am https://www.htb.org/livestream

Prabal Ray ● 213d0 Comments ● 213d

Bike puncture repair

Now that Woolsey's has gone, where in Acton can you get a bike inner tube replaced?

Mark Evans ● 238d4 Comments ● 215d

Accountant wanted

Hi, my current accountant is retiring, can anyone recommend someone, preferably local, who can deal with my corporation, personal tax and NI?Thanks

David Powers ● 224d3 Comments ● 221d

Free Community Day Acton Market - Sat 26th April

Hello ActonGet ready for some springtime fun!  Acton Market is hosting a FREE Spring Community Day on Saturday, April 26th,  from 11:00 am to 3:30pm! Join us for a day packed with community spirit, including the amazing Ealing Rock Choir at 12 pm, a face painter, bouncy castle, delicious hot food, and tons of opportunities to discover local activities you can get involved in! We also  have some FREE  stalls available for local community groups and charities, who want to showcase to rest of Acton what they do!We're looking for local businesses to join us if they have a product or service to showcase!For more information email: Market@actionwestlondon.org.ukJoin us for food, music and fun!   Let's make it a day to remember!  Everyone is welcome – come and join the fun!

Zahra Shah ● 223d0 Comments ● 223d

Kyoto - the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) play

This is on at London's newest theatre - Soho Place  which is right opposite Tottenham Court Road tube station for a very short while longer (until 3 May).https://sohoplace.org/shows/kyoto/?gad_source=5&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIzu2ZppT9iwMVYZqDBx2Xrg6BEAAYAiAAEgKYYfD_BwEIt has some great reviews.  Do check it out.I was the Delegate for Samoa and Him Indoors was the Delegate for Denmark.  Luckily we did not have to become more involved than that! We loved it but I still found it a rather emotional experience watching the Delegate for a country I used to live in fighting for her country.  It is about the Kyoto Protocol and the acting takes part in the round.

Philippa Bond ● 253d4 Comments ● 224d

Kids park in Acton Park

Diggers everywhere today pulling everything down. Is this being replaced? Builders didn’t seem keen to want to discuss it

Lee Harding ● 234d1 Comments ● 224d

Found freedom pass

Found At Actone cinema On Sunday 30thFreedom pass for ANNA  WILLIAMS If you are she or you know her, her card is at the cinema on high street Acton in lost property

Jane Willingale ● 232d0 Comments ● 232d

Java Fusion vandalised again

Walking down Churchfield Road yesterday, I saw that both plate glass windows of Java Fusion had been smashed with what looked like two huge hammer blows to each. The glass is still in place but boarded up fromthe back. This is just so infuriating and such mindless vandalism on a great little restaurant and local business.

Adam Kimmel ● 236d1 Comments ● 233d

The Acton Reduce and Recycle Hub - Questionnaire

Have you visited or used the Reduce and Recycle Hub at Acton Market/St Mary’s Church since 2022?If you have we would love to hear your feedback on our award winning Reduce and Recycle hub!Your input will help us understand what services you used. As the March hub may be the last ever hub in Acton ( due to funding) we really would appreciate your input.Please take a few minutes to complete our short survey:https://forms.gle/uD6tuMw8HeWVHwY2A See less

Reduce and Recycle Hub ● 284d1 Comments ● 233d

Jools Tours Does Acton!

Always entertaining in his London perambulations, this time he took on Acton. Perhaps not a lot that we didn't already know, but it's good to see him finally get round to us.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSzAWX7d9Fc&lc=Ugy9Khfe205koFnHQtt4AaABAg

Adam Kimmel ● 236d0 Comments ● 236d

Rejoin EU Turnham Green 29/03/25 Stall

Please come and join us at our stall on Saturday 29 March from 10.30am to 2.30pm, opposite the Turnham Green Tube Station.We have an EUrometer straw poll board with questions about the effects of Trump and the effect he has had on our relationship with the EU.We also have a fun quiz sheet of questions about the EU.We would like to hear how Brexit has affected you or your business.Only 13% still think that Brexit has been a success, but now we need to raise the pressure further for urgent action to align closer with the EU. The UK has lost 5% of GDP from leaving the EU and we need those funds for our public services. We also need to hug the EU closer for our security in a dangerous world and in our support for the Ukraine.

Bruce Dickson ● 237d1 Comments ● 236d

Acton Main Line third worst in London for cancellations

Ross Lydall of the Standard has compiled a league table of London's train stations for cancellations and Acton Main Line ranks third which won't be a huge surprise to people who use it regularly.

Mark Evans ● 256d1 Comments ● 242d

Washing Machine Repair

Any recommendations for a good washing machine repairer who covers Chiswick please?

Claire Moran ● 243d3 Comments ● 242d

handyman needed.

Anyone local willing to put together two flat pack desks and help me to move some furniture (none of it heavy) Plus a couple other handy jobs? Also, not necessarily the same person to do some garden tidy up. Usual rates. Recommendations welcome. Thank you in advance.

Maire Lowe ● 242d0 Comments ● 242d

Film Reviews 2024

If posting about a new film, please reply to this first posting to keep the thread tidy.

Susan Kelly ● 686d185 Comments ● 243d

FREE The Reduce & Recycle Hub - Final Event 01/03/2025

Come and join us for the final Reduce and Recycle hub in Acton this Saturday 1st March from 11.30am at St Marys Church , the Mount, W3 9NWWe will be opening the door to St Marys Church , where once again you can come and make a difference in the community.👔Fancy Dress Costume Swap for World Book Day - From 12 noon until 3 pm, you take up to 3 items (donations welcome) and swap for free.♻Our usual recycling collection points for clothes and small electrical items( Until 2pm)🧺Ealing Repair Cafe will be on hand to help people mend and fix clothes and will be running draught excluder-making workshops.📚Our usual book swap with the CCA.🍞Taking Donations of, unopened, long-life food and snacks for Ealing Food BankPlus moreIf you have paid us a visit over the last few years, please do complete our feedback formhttps://forms.gle/vfn1175i221KSi6Y6

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