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The Civic Gallery TEST

This is a platform to showcase local talent. 

A platform to showcase local artistic and creative talent, The Civic Gallery is as an opportunity for local artists to exhibit their work to the public in the Civic Reception of Kensington Town Hall.

 

What to see and do in Kensington and Chelsea

See and do

So much to see and do - visit major museums and galleries, lesser known hidden gems, theatres and other entertainment venues, parks and gardens, places of interest, libraries, sports and recreation, find sculpture on public display, discover the history of the borough, commemorative blue plaques of famous former residents and notable filming locations.

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Saatchi Gallery

Founded in 1985 to bring contemporary art to as wide an audience as possible by providing an innovative platform for emerging artists to show their work. The Gallery has hosted 15 out of the top 20 most visited exhibitions in London over the last five years, and has more followers on social media than any other museum in the world. Entry to all Saatchi Gallery’s exhibitions is free.

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Shopping

Shopping

Our shopping centres range from international destinations to smaller, more quirky local centres and street markets.

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Eat and drink

Where to Stay

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Royal Court Theatre

<div class='contentField'><p>Specialises in new work by innovative authors and regularly gets rave reviews. It has a large café bar underneath Sloane Square that’s open to non-theatre goers.</p> </div><div class='contentField'><p>Sloane Square, Chelsea, London SW1W 8AS</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="https://royalcourttheatre.com/">Read more</a></div>

Chelsea Theatre

<div class='contentField'><p>Closed for refurbishment until 30 September 2019. Part of the World’s End estate, this small theatre is dedicated to fostering new voices, Live Art and community workshops, activities and events.</p> </div><div class='contentField'><p>7, World's End Place, Chelsea, London SW10 0DR</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="http://www.chelseatheatre.org.uk/">Read more</a></div>

Print Room Coronet Theatre

<div class='contentField'><p>Presents theatre, dance, concerts, art exhibitions and a variety of multidisciplinary collaborations.</p> </div><div class='contentField'><p>103 Notting Hill Gate, Kensington, London W11 3LB</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="https://www.the-print-room.org/">Read more</a></div>

Drayton Arms Theatre

<div class='contentField'><p><span lang="">Professional fringe venue above the Drayton Arms pub.</span></p> </div><div class='contentField'><p>153 Old Brompton Rd, Kensington, London SW5 0LJ</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="https://www.thedraytonarmstheatre.co.uk/index.php">Read more</a></div>

Finborough Theatre

<div class='contentField'><p><span lang="">This tiny fringe theatre rediscovers forgotten plays and premiers new work.</span></p> </div><div class='contentField'><p>118 Finborough Rd, Kensington, London SW10 9ED</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="https://www.finboroughtheatre.co.uk/">Read more</a></div>

Gate Theatre

<div class='contentField'><p>Located over the Prince Albert pub, in Notting Hill Gate this is London's only producing theatre dedicated to international work.</p> <p>Image Effigies of Wickedness production © Helen Murray</p> </div><div class='contentField'><p>11 Pembridge Rd, Notting Hill, London W11 3HQ</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="https://www.gatetheatre.co.uk/">Read more</a></div>

SPID Theatre

<div class='contentField'><p>SPID (Social Political Innovative Direct) is an award winning youth charity specialising in high quality community art on council estates.</p> </div><div class='contentField'><p>Kensal House Community Rooms, Kensal House Estate, Ladbroke Grove, London W10 5BQ</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="http://spidtheatre.com/">Read more</a></div>

Whole Foods Market

<div class='contentField'><p>Their largest store with a food court upstairs, hosts a range of events and tastings.</p> </div><div class='contentField'><p>63-97 Kensington High St, Kensington, London W8 5SE</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/o/whole-foods-market-uk-15888761191">Read more</a></div>

Snow and Rock

<div class='contentField'><p>Specialists in outdoor and winter sports clothing and equipment.</p> </div><div class='contentField'><p>188 Kensington High St, Kensington, London W8 7RG</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="https://www.snowandrock.com/stores/london-kensington.html">Read more</a></div>

Trailfinders

<div class='contentField'><p>The UK’s largest independent travel company has a ‘drop–in’ travel clinic offering travel health advice and vaccinations.</p> </div><div class='contentField'><p>194 Kensington High St, Kensington, London W8 7RG</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="https://www.trailfinders.com/travel-centre/khs">Read more</a></div>

Cass Art

<div class='contentField'><p><span lang="">Staffed by artists, offering artist’s materials, workshops, events and advice on creative projects.</span></p> </div><div class='contentField'><p>220 Kensington High St, Kensington, London W8 7RG</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="https://www.cassart.co.uk/">Read more</a></div>

Waterstones

<div class='contentField'><p>Literary&nbsp;haven for locals and visitors.</p> </div><div class='contentField'><p>193 Kensington High St, Kensington, London W8 6SH</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="https://www.waterstones.com/bookshops/kensington">Read more</a></div>

Guru Makeup Emporium

<div class='contentField'><p>Run by professional makeup artists supplying the TV, film, fashion and theatre industries and sharing their expertise with the public.</p> </div><div class='contentField'><p>12 Kensington Church St, Kensington, London W8 4EP</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="https://www.gurumakeupemporium.com/">Read more</a></div>

Clarendon Cross

<div class='contentField'><p>Boutiques, restaurants,&nbsp;pampering and pets</p> </div><div class='contentField'><p>Clarendon Cross, W11 4AP</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="/explore-kensington-and-chelsea/clarendon-cross" hreflang="en">Read more</a></div>

Earl's Court

<div class='contentField'><p>Restaurants, cafes, pubs and fast food take aways. The area is undergoing significant change as the Exhibition Centre is redeveloped.</p> </div><div class='contentField'><p>Earls Court, London SW5 9RF</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="https://theearlscourtdevelopmentcompany.com/">Read more</a></div>

Notting Hill Gate

<div class='contentField'><p>Boutiques and vintage clothing, antiques, cafes and restaurants.</p> </div><div class='contentField'><p><span class="widget-pane-link" jsan="7.widget-pane-link" jstcache="676">London W11 3JS</span></p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="/explore-kensington-and-chelsea/notting-hill-gate" hreflang="en">Read more</a></div>

Pavilion Road

<div class='contentField'><p>Artisan food and drink street</p> </div><div class='contentField'><p>Chelsea, London SW1X 0BP</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="http://www.inchelsea.co.uk/pavilionroad/">Read more</a></div>

Thackeray Street

<div class='contentField'><p>Eclectic mix of galleries, restaurants, cafes and specialist shops</p> </div><div class='contentField'><p>Kensington, London W8 5ET</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="/explore-kensington-and-chelsea/thackeray-street" hreflang="en">Read more</a></div>

Stratford Road

<div class='contentField'><p>Offering specialist retailers, restaurants and cafes.</p> </div><div class='contentField'><p>Kensington, London W8 6QD</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="/explore-kensington-and-chelsea/stratford-road" hreflang="en">Read more</a></div>

Holland Street / Kensington Church Walk

<div class='contentField'><p>Two tucked away streets of tiny boutiques and specialist shops.</p> </div><div class='contentField'><p>Kensington, London W8 4NB</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="/explore-kensington-and-chelsea/holland-street-kensington-church-walk" hreflang="en">Read more</a></div>

Playground Theatre

<div class='contentField'><p>The Playground Theatre offers the latest drama, musical theatre, stand up comedians, festivals and performing arts.</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="http://www.theplaygroundtheatre.london">Read more</a></div>

Japan House Creative Crossing

<div class='contentField'><p>This creative crossing is designed by Kenya Hara for Japan House London. It takes inspiration from the character 'one' in Japanese and celebrates a refined subtlety and particular Japanese sense of beauty. It is part of the Council's Creative Kensington High Street project delivered in partnership with the Kensington Business Forum.</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="/explore-kensington-and-chelsea/japan-house-creative-crossing" hreflang="en">Read more</a></div>

Chelsea Flower Show

<div class='contentField'><p>The world’s most famous flower show. It’s the fashion show of gardening, an 11-acre display of flowers and show gardens.</p> </div><div class='contentField'><p>The Royal Hospital, Chelsea</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="https://www.rhs.org.uk/shows-events/rhs-chelsea-flower-show">Read more</a></div>

Discover South Kensington

<div class='contentField'><p>Find out what's on in all the museums and institutions in Exhibition Road.</p> </div><div class='contentField'><a href="https://www.discoversouthken.com/">Read more</a></div>