SW7 Area Guide
A locals' guide to SW7
Where do SW7 locals go?
Why not explore the nearby areas of
south kensington,
kensington,
earls court,
chelsea,
knightsbridge,
sloane square,
bayswater,
west kensington,
holland park,
and paddington
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"Grade II listed Kensington Roof Gardens provide an oasis from the streets below. Laid out between 1936 and 1938, they also boast live flamingos and ducks!"
The Science Museum is a must-see attraction in London that's been around since the 1800s.
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Sameer El-Sebai
I love wandering round The Natural History Museum - it's such a fun day out and there's so much to see!
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James Hankin
From the BBC Proms to world renowned stage shows, the Royal Albert Hall is a beautiful and historic venue.
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Will Pitt
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What locals say about SW7
“It’s safe and full of great restaurants and is close to the centre and Hyde Park.”
Local resident
“South Kensington is simply beautiful, artistic, opulent and royal. Wow, it would be dream for me to live here! ”
Local resident
“South Kensington is a fab area with the museums at your doorstep, continental style cafes and restaurants on Exhibition Road, which is pedestrianised, Christie's round the corner and so many garden squares you don't need to walk up to the park to feel you are in nature.”
Themis
“We love the museums and malls here!”
Saqib
“I love this area because it is a quiet, and a peaceful place to live. There are not a lot of crimes here and people enjoy themselves in their everyday lives. This is why I love my area.”
Omar
“I like South Kensington because of the peaceful opulence and artistic nature emanating mainly, but not exclusively, from Christies of South Kensington. My property in Onslow Gardens is simply superb overlooking a well maintained, large semi-public garden.”
Steve
Activities near SW7
Billy Ocean
Eighties soul balladeer who incited imaginary love interests everywhere to 'Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car'.
Plaything
'Plaything' follows a comedy cabaret performer who is notorious for her on-stage toddler persona. After a condescending live TV interview, she feels forced to take radical action to redeem herself. The tactic? To perform a brand-new character every time she steps on stage. One critical question remains: is it really getting any better for people who identify or are labeled as female in the entertainment industry? Content warnings:Mental Illness, Strong Language, Audience interaction, Flashing lights and strong bass music. Running Time: 1 hour (no intermission) Age Restrictions: 16+ Cast:Isabella Thompson (solo performer) with voice actors: Will Tusker, Guy Rapacioli, George Kirby-Smith, Clare Thompson Creatives: Julia Sopher - Director Cassidy McCartan - Movement Director Nico Wood-Olivan - Sound Designer Faye Knight- Operator Instagram: plaything the play [https://www.instagram.com/plaything the play/] Linktree: https://linktr.ee/playthingRead more
Paradox Museum London
Step within the Paradox Museum London and see the world from an entirely new perspective. Be transported to the domains of the extraordinary and the inexplicable as you explore a collection of family-friendly exhibits where nothing seems logical, yet all is utterly real. Experience the Infinity Well, where you'll appear to fly through an abyss, and the Zero Gravity Room, where you can float like an astronaut. Check out The Paradox Sofa and challenge your perception of reality, and step into the Paradox Tunnel, where walking straight becomes a mind-bending challenge. Each exhibit inspires and challenges with ultimate creativity, redefining your reality. Behold the impossible, challenge gravity, and interrogate the essence of reality as you engage in an immersive escapade unmatched! Get your tickets now for the Paradox Museum in London!Read more
Saturdays @ Dolce Kensington
Get ready to dance the night away in Kensington's most luxurious club. With live DJs on the decks all night long, Dolce is the only place to be.Read more
Go Gently
Written & Directed by Jonathon Crewe Dont get old. Get even Ruth Rock, an ex-filmstar in her 70s, self-isolated in her country house on the fringes of London, is forced to re-evaluate her life when she takes in her ex's new, and much younger, girlfriend during her convalescence. Award-winning writer-director Jonathon Crewe (CounterFiction) has teamed up with the University of West London to put on Go Gently ; an original and contemporary comedy-drama that aims to challenge stereotypes of aging and ageism. The play comes out of research by the University of West London for theCentre for Ageing Better around the representation of older age in British film. See this report for more details: https://ageing-better.org.uk/sites/default/files/2023-02/cast-aside-full-report.pdf CounterFiction are an award-winning creative team who tell stories that provoke, entertain and challenge the status quo. Our previous off-West End productions have been supported by organisations such as Arts Council England and The Culture Capital Exchange, and have garnered an Offcomm and a Standing Ovation Award nomination. Our films have been exhibited internationally, winning awards for Directing and Acting.Read more
Le Vallon
dAgatha Christie Mis en scne par Herv Goffings Traduction Sylvie Perez et Grard Sibleyras Lady Angkatell et son poux, Sir Henry, accueillent pour le week-end au Vallon, leur lgante demeure niche dans la campagne britannique, quelques proches et amis. Latmosphre se veut lgre, mais larrive de Veronica, voluptueux fantme du pass de John, ravive de vieilles tensions et fait tomber les masques. Puis, un coup de feu retentit et le sjour vire au drame. Le problme avec les meurtres, cest que a perturbe le service. Javais prvu du canard pour le djeuner Lucy Angkatell Un invit est retrouv mort. Linspecteur Colquhoun et son fidle adjoint Penny mnent lenqute, confronts une galerie de personnages aussi fascinants que troublants. qui faire confiance ? Qui ment ? Qui pourrait tuer ? Un huis clos haletant o chacun devient suspect.e. Par la troupe de Un air de famille en 2024 !Read more
Saturdays @ Dolce Kensington
Get ready to dance the night away in Kensington's most luxurious club. With live DJs on the decks all night long, Dolce is the only place to be.Read more
About SW7
SW7 is the postcode district in South West London incorporating the areas of South Kensington, Knightsbridge (part) and is covered by the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea local authority.
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