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Happy March!

🌸 HAPPY MARCH! 🌸 (And Happy St David's Day!🌼🐲) Shaking off my winter glumness to suggest five fantastic activities to do in Ealing this March... 1️⃣ @homeofmodernmakers Pop-Up: Support local makers and find the perfect Mother's Day gift at Kingsdown Church Hall on March 2nd. 2️⃣ @thechambermusiccollective Concert:

NEW ISSUE OUT NOW: Spring 2024

NEW ISSUE OUT NOW: Spring 2024

🌸 Spring is almost here, and we’re buzzing with excitement! 🌼 As the winter frost melts away, we’re welcoming the vibrant energy of the new season with open arms. Dive into the latest issue of Ealing Living Magazine, where we’re celebrating all things spring! From blooming flowers to sunny

Capelli Belli Pamper Party

Capelli Belli Pamper Party

This time last week, we were gearing up for a very special occasion - my daughter’s 9th birthday! As a pre-teen, she’s started to show an interest in a bit of preening, which, as a bit of a girly girl myself, I’m not too unhappy to entertain.

In Good Company: Rosanna Henderson

In Good Company: Rosanna Henderson

Rosanna Henderson is a Mosaic and Fused Glass artist, creating vibrant, original, and affordable artwork for indoor and outdoor spaces, often combining the two art forms to unique effect. She discovered her creative side a bit later in life, having worked as a Personnel Manager for a multinational film distributor.

Bubble Planet

This past weekend, we embarked on a whimsical journey to Bubble Planet in Wembley. Tucked away in an industrial estate behind Ikea, Bubble Planet might not, at first glance, seem like the setting for a magical adventure, but trust us, the enchantment lies within. As we stepped through the doors

Ealing Stories: Steve McQueen

Ealing Stories: Steve McQueen

Did you know... The award-winning director of Twelve Years a Slave, Sir Steve McQueen, has roots right here in Ealing! Sir Steve attended Little Ealing Primary School and Drayton Manor High School in Hanwell before continuing his studies at Ealing, Hammersmith, and West London College, focusing on A-level art. He

February Half Term 2024: What to do in Ealing

February Half Term 2024: What to do in Ealing

Looking for exciting activities to keep your little ones engaged during the February half-term? Ealing is brimming with fantastic options for children of all ages. Check out the diverse lineup of events below: Chinese New Year Dragon and Lantern Making at Ealing Libraries 🐉 📚 Join the festive celebration at Ealing Libraries,

Happy February

A very Happy February, Ealing! A month of love, pancakes and the kids back at home 🫠... Here are 5 top local happenings this month! Doctor Who Extravaganza at @questors_theatre! 🗓️ 9th & 10th Feb 🕢 7:30pm (Fri), 6pm (Sat) 🎭 Devised theatre pieces & Q&A with special guests. ✨ Don&

Unleashing the Power of Drama: Building Communication Superheroes in the Classroom!

Unleashing the Power of Drama: Building Communication Superheroes in the Classroom!

Communication is the superhero cape that every student deserves to wear, and guess what? Drama and performing arts are the secret training grounds for these caped crusaders of conversation! In a world where our heads are buried in smartphones, drama steps up to the stage, providing face-to-face interaction that we

Creative Sparks

Creative Sparks

Celebrating the kaleidoscope of creativity in Ealing! 🌈✨ From artists to musicians, writers to innovators, our community is a vibrant tapestry of passions and talents. 🎨🎶📚 It's truly inspiring to witness the diverse ways our neighbours bring their unique flavours to life. Let's continue to cherish and support

Keep it Fruity

As temperatures drop, make sure your immune system stays high! 🍏🥦 Embrace the winter chill with the warmth of nourishing fruits and veggies. Here's why they're your cold weather allies: 1️⃣ Boosted Immunity: Packed with essential vitamins and antioxidants, fruits and veggies fortify your immune system, helping

Ealing History: Margot Fonteyn

Ealing History: Margot Fonteyn

Ealing had more than just The Stones and The Who grooving to the rhythm! Did you know that the legendary ballerina Margot Fonteyn (1919-1991) spent six wonderful childhood years here? Back then, she went by the name Peggy Hookham, a switch that happened when her family moved from Reigate. During

New Media Pack for 2024

New Media Pack for 2024

📣 Exciting News for Local Businesses in Ealing! 🌟 Our NEW Media Pack is hot off the press, and we're thrilled to share the fantastic advertising opportunities it brings! 📰✨ 🌈 Ealing is our community, and we want YOU to shine in it! Our targeted audience of local residents makes this the

Local Places to go during Veganuary

Local Places to go during Veganuary

Veganuary, a global movement encouraging people to adopt a vegan lifestyle in January, is fuelled by diverse motivations. Individuals participate to reduce environmental impact, promote animal welfare, enhance personal health, and challenge themselves to explore plant-based alternatives. It fosters awareness, compassion, and a commitment to sustainable, cruelty-free choices.Are you

Local Photography

Local Photography

One of the best things about this issue of the magazine is the number of incredible local photographers we have featured. Whether it's @pitzhanger Manor in the snow (as portrayed by @bearmass); Walpole Park in all its Autumnal glory (@cendrinerobert); a very picturesque 65 route (@derrickphotos_ ); a leafy

Ealing History: The Duke of Kent

Ealing History: The Duke of Kent

Hey Ealing history buffs! Back with a bit of Ealing trivia... Did you know that back in 1801, Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, and Queen Victoria's dad, made Ealing the place to be by moving to Castle Hill Lodge on Castlebar Hill? (I’m going to be honest,

Top Things to do in January

Top Things to do in January

Cheers to a sparkling New Year, Ealing! 🎉 May our community shine brighter with laughter, love, and unforgettable moments. Let's make 2023 a chapter filled with joy, prosperity, and local adventures. Wishing you all a year as vibrant as our colourful borough! Here are a few ideas for January

A Word of Thanks

A Word of Thanks

On the final day of the year, I just wanted to express my own personal gratitude to all of the local experts, craftspeople, musicians, artists, authors, charity workers, TV personalities, photographers, chefs, tradespeople, shopkeepers, fashionistas, gallery managers, museum curators, park rangers, bakers, interior designers, sportspeople, TV execs, networkers, food makers,

The Winter Issue 2024

The Winter Issue 2024

We're thrilled to announce that the January 2024 edition of our neighbourhood magazine is available online! As we kick off the New Year, we've packed this issue with more excitement than a squirrel discovering a hidden stash of acorns. Grab a cozy blanket, your favourite hot

Merry Christmas Ealing

Merry Christmas Ealing

'Twas the night before Christmas and all over Ealing; The boys and the girls were all getting that feeling. As Santa arrives over Pitzhanger Manor, from Acton to Southall, the madness of Hanger. From the rooftops of Perivale to the hills of Northolt; the viaduct of Hanwell... his speed

Ealing history: This time next year...

Ealing history: This time next year...

Have you heard that David Jason is set to appear in an Only Fools and Horses Christmas special? Well... did you know that all of the exterior shots of the 13-storey Nelson Mandela House, were filmed in Park Road in South Acton? What a claim to fame! This time next

In Good Company: Chohee Courtois

In Good Company: Chohee Courtois

Local portrait photographer Chohee Courtois photographs pets and their people in West London. On the 10th November, Chohee was awarded with a national photography award at this year’s prestigious British Photography Awards gala in London, receiving the coveted People’s Choice Award. The British Photography Awards is a prestigious

Top Charitable Things to do in December

Top Charitable Things to do in December

A very HAPPY DECEMBER - the most wonderful time of the year! On top of the festive suggestions we included in the Christmas issue (link in bio) we have a few top charitable suggestions for the upcoming weeks below. Have a WONDERFUL month in which you give as much as

Comptoir Libanais: A Review

Comptoir Libanais: A Review

Set amongst the vibrant colours of hundreds of decorative flowers is the newest restaurant to Ealing Broadway, Comptoir Libanais. This buzzy restaurant boasts a delicious menu inspired by the Middle East and North Africa. We went on Friday night and it was pleasantly full with a fantastically warm and lively

Wishmas: A Fantastical Christmas Adventure

Parent's Inspiration

Wishmas: A Fantastical Christmas Adventure

Last night we had the absolute privilege of attending the press night of Wishmas in The Old Bauble Factory, Waterloo. Wishmas is the newest creative production from Secret Cinema, who has built a reputation on creating trailblazing storytelling through spectacular, cinematic extravaganzas. Wishmas is an interactive, immersive experience during which