Events

This is the last week of "Past and Present" an exhibition documenting the history of Notting Hill through the photography of Ronald “Charlie” Phillips OBE.

To celebrate the exhibition, there will be three events taking place this weekend.

On Friday 17 January, there will be a late night exhibition until 9pm.

Saturday 18 January will see a conversation between Charlie and Empress jai, along with a gallery tour and drinks from 12pm-6pm. 

Then on Sunday 19 January, a closing party will be held at the gallery to close out the exhibition on a high.
 

Join the forum to discuss what is important locally and explore ideas for positive change. The forum is an opportunity for local people and those who have a connection to the Chelsea area to share their thoughts on priorities and ideas to make their community better.
 

There are dates available for Advance’s free Coercive Control training between January – March 2025. These will be the final sessions of training delivery and are available to anyone working in RBKC. 

Use the link to see available spaces and book.
 

The next Grenfell Tower Community Drop-in will take place on Wednesday 15 January from 4.30pm to 6.30pm, at Kensington Leisure Centre, Silchester Road, W10 6EX.

Organised by the Grenfell Tower community engagement team at the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, the drop-ins are an opportunity to receive information about activity on the Grenfell Tower site, and to ask questions. 

Latest updates will be posted here: Grenfell community updates - GOV.UK. 
 

Connect with nature, grow food and flowers and meet new people. Every Tuesday for alternating Gardening and Nature Wellbeing sessions.

These sessions are for adults who would like to spend more time in nature, develop tools to support wellbeing through nature, and connect with other like-minded people.

NATURE WELLBEING DATES FOR 2025:

Join Nova in chasing away the winter blues as they welcome in the new year, which can be a lonely and isolating time for many, for the chance to gather with others over some hot food, games and laughter.

Whether you're into crafting, music, or just want to connect with others, there's something for everyone. Try your hand at making lavender bags and shea butter cream, or crocheting and designing. You can even step into a recording studio to write and produce your own song!

Every Life Matters have some fantastic online training running from January-March that has been fully funded by Kensington Chelsea and Westminster Public Health and is only available to those living or working in the areas. 

They have a number of upcoming sessions on different ways to support those at risk of suicide: such as Awareness, Alertness and Prevention & Safety Planning.

Find the full programme here.

An evening of creative writing and self expression at Swinbrook Community Centre, Swinbrook Estate, 145 Acklam Road, London W10 5YX and explore different writing techniques and styles. Witness the magic of role play that will ignite your senses and spark your creativity of words, writing styles and self expression!

Join these Free Yoga for Women sessions, designed for all levels in a friendly, supportive group setting. 

Enjoy mindful moments with experienced instructors, focusing on well-being and relaxation. Mats are provided, making it easy for you to step into a practice that nurtures both body and mind. 

Please note, these sessions are not suitable for pregnant women. 

Eat well, move more and feel good with free Change4Clubs, packed with fun games, interactive discussions and delicious, healthy food making activities + free recipe packs of food for all participating families every week.

Click here for more information or register your family’s free place now at https://forms.office.com/r/Nq2mCvcLYq