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What is going on with labour?

what a mess who would have thought that after the shenanigans with the Tories that Labour in 17 months could actually do even worse? It is truly shocking that number 10 are briefing against their own cabinet or so the press have us believe and mounting a leadership contest….surreal. Labour are truly unprofessional, lacking in any balance in terms of running the economy or the country and non of them have any leadership qualities. The scaremongering coming from RR is terrifying re the budget, Labour are making matters in every area 10 time worse…they are embarrassing!

Jayne Thorburn ● 117d78 Comments ● 102d

£1,000 envelope in Hounslow

Is anyone else really angry about the story on the radio news this morning that the London Borough of Hounslow has fined a lady from Feltham £1,000 for 'fly tipping' a cardboard envelope (with her name and address left on) outside her flat, on top of a pile of boxes, as there was no room for it in the overflowing bin? It is said they are doing this as an example and to crack down on fly tipping and they will not back down, even though the lady concerned can ill afford it, suffering as a result, and insisting the entire fine is paid in one go, as they do not offer payment plans. They have, however, given her a further 30 days to pay it (their generosity of spirit knows no bounds). It seems that they want to line their coffers from innocent individuals, while big companies get away with so much more. Absolutely dreadful and scary to say the least!I would be interested to know how many users or companies have been fined for ebikes abandoned on pavements, sometimes in great numbers at a time, which block them and create further hazards for those of us who use them. None, I'm sure.I do hope there will be further (peaceful) protest about this and the lady concerned is exonerated, rather than martyred. Meantime, always remove personal details from everything and shred them!

Richard Evans ● 116d75 Comments ● 102d

Oven repair needed

Looking for someone to fix my Smeg oven.  I'm in Acton W3 9LS and my phone number is 07904 631 038

Danielle Fox ● 103d1 Comments ● 102d

Chiswick's perennial problem with fallen leaves

It comes this time every year, uncleared slushy pavements, often turning to ice and making walking hazardous, We sadly know that the local council will not get around to clearing the problem any time soon. Many small beer criminals are given Community sentences by magistrates and judges, but I have never witnessed such people fulfilling their unpaid work. Why cannot the local police liaise with the council and give these wrongdoers retribution for their sins by asking them to clear our streets from leaves.

Denis I. Fox ● 112d10 Comments ● 102d

94 bus

It will be a pity not to have the 94 bus serving all the way to Piccadilly. I take this bus to go to work . We won't have a direct bus to the west end anymore.  We have the 9 from piccadilly to Hammersmith but you have to change bus and often pay twice if too much traffic or waiting for the second bus (especially later in the evening ). I'm not a fan of the pedestrian of Oxford Street anyway, maybe they should focus on the money laundering shops instead 

Isabel Martin ● 108d20 Comments ● 103d

Keys found on 26th November 2025

A key ring with two house keys with large yellow tag attached found in Queen Anne’s Gardens near junction with Bedford Road.

Thomas Edward Francis Sutherland ● 103d0 Comments ● 103d

Out of control dog attack - Chiswick House today

⚠️ Serious Dog Attack at Chiswick House Today – Please Be AwarePosting anonymously for now, but I want to alert local dog owners to a serious incident that occurred today at Chiswick House.My well-trained, gentle dog was attacked for the second time in three months by the same woman’s uncontrolled and aggressive dog. On both occasions, the owner made no attempt to control her dog (a male Vizsla), refused to put it on a lead, and responded with hostility and complete disregard for the safety of others. During today’s incident, she repeatedly shouted at her dog and threw objects at it, yet told me “not to panic” while my dog was being injured.Today’s attack resulted in a deep puncture wound to my dog’s shoulder, with significant bleeding. It is clear this dog is not safe around others, and the owner’s behaviour suggests she is fully aware of this. The fact she was walking so late in the day raises further concern that she may be avoiding other owners due to her dog’s behaviour.I have reported the incident to the police and to Chiswick House. If no action is taken, I will also put up posters so other dog owners can recognise and avoid this individual. I have multiple photos and videos of both the woman and her dog - from today and from the previous attack in September - which I will be providing to the authorities. For some reason I haven’t been able to attach images here.I am sharing this to make sure other dog owners are aware of the ongoing risk. If anyone else has experienced similar behaviour from this same dog or owner, please come forward. The combination of an aggressive dog and an owner who refuses to take responsibility is a genuine danger to other pets and potentially to people as well. This situation cannot continue unchecked.

Debbie Liggitt ● 112d11 Comments ● 103d

Halfords Autocentre

Has anyone had their car serviced at this garage on Power Road (formerly Iversons). The independent garage that I have used has become progressively more and more expensive and Halfords appear to be offering reasonable value as well as easier parking.

Jeremy Parkinson ● 110d7 Comments ● 103d

Vandalism on CHR

Spate of vandalism on CHR over the weekend.   Graffiti on several shops and looks like the glass front door to Maverick opticians has been smashed.  Idiots.

Paul Phillips ● 105d1 Comments ● 103d

What are the current opening hours for the Royal Mail Parcel Office?

Can anyone tell me the opening hours for the Royal Mail parcel office located beside the Chiswick Post Office?I’ve waited in all day for a parcel to be delivered, and I get a notice that I’m not in!  This is not the first time this has happened, and it’s really annoying, so it's a trip to the parcel office, but I cannot find any online information about the current opening hours (I’ve gone before and found it closed).  If anyone knows the current opening hours, I’d be very grateful!

Sandie Goodman ● 104d1 Comments ● 104d

Pathetic Journalism

Again and again we see cases of journalistic catastrophising!  Today we see a typical example.  A Guardian HEADLINE of  ‘Households face SHOCK increase in Energy Bills from January”. After reading the lengthy article it appears that households, with average usage (£1728 per annum)  will see bills increase by 28pence a month or just over £3 per annum!  Really!!  What a shock!  Many people will now lose sleep worrying. Their Christmas celebrations will be spoilt by the Guardian advising that bills will increase. And in the real world people are losing their homes in Ukraine.

Steve Taylor ● 108d56 Comments ● 104d

Venezuela

I see that in the last 4 hours, Venezuela's airspace has been emptied and all Planes are diverting around. Normally, the airlines are tipped off in advance, or are warned that something has happened and reported from a flight that, as a precaution, the airspace is closed down. Is something planned to happen from either side? Or just a precautionary measure. All we need is another conflict going on

Julian Pavey ● 106d7 Comments ● 104d

Trump is a Bully

surreal according to the press reports Trump is negotiating on behalf of Ukraine so they give up territory that Russia has taken by force, plus reduce their military, plus who knows what……Trump is completely ignorant and clearly does not respect any country. I pray the EU steps up we can NOT have a monster like Putin invading any country and gaining. Time to send a real message to trump butt out. We all know what happens next Putin will keep coming and war will happen. Trump wants a win for himself he doesn’t care about the damage and signal it gives, he is a BULLY.

Jayne Thorburn ● 109d35 Comments ● 104d

Mouse inside my bathroom wall!

Mouse inside my bathroom wall! I am on first floor and had a long-term illegal pet last year, thus the virtual hermetic sealing around every skirting board, pipe and cable holes in my flat I have humane traps around the bathroom, but not much use if said mouse is still inside the wall! I have been serenading said visitor in half hour stints of 5 different so-called rodent repellant soundtracks on YouTube, Iron Maiden, Cannible Corpse, Full of Hell, currently trying Petbrick with Napalm Death lined up..... Because it sounds as though it is trying to break through the grouting in tiled wall, the volume of the scratching/digging is reverberating all around my flat, driving me up the walls! I am meant to be finishing some work, but can only focus on rodent noise.      I am looking at 2 options right now, either I dig out a tile or 2, then ask landlord for forgiveness, or just take piles and folders of work down the pub, hope this visitor gives up or makes it into loaded humane traps.    Anyone have a better plan I could try?????

Amanda Odonnell ● 105d11 Comments ● 104d

Termination of 94 AND 7 bus routes

As the news here suggests there is a new consultation from TFL that highlights the intention to curtail the 94 bus route at Marble Arch once Oxford St is pedestrianised. However this will also affect the 7 bus route from East Acton.This is undoubtedly to reduce the congestion on the back roads but it unfairly penalises West Londoners from reaching the West End by bus without either walking up to a new bus stop or taking the tube which is more expensive and sometimes less convenient. The 12 is long gone and the 23 has already been rerouted via Piccadilly and Park Lane leaving West London with no bus access to Oxford Street. This is frankly the last straw.  Please have your say at https://haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/oxford-street-transport-highways

Jacqueline Cloake ● 104d0 Comments ● 104d

Anyone else

See the article on the front page regarding Councillor Rehman parking his Lamborghini in a parking space for disabled people? I wonder what is going to happen to him as regards sanctions from the Labour Party.Will they even take this seriously?

Keith Iddon ● 106d10 Comments ● 105d

Notice of parking fine - scam or not

I have just had notification that I have an unpaid p n with a deadline of today.  My driving licence may be revoked, a negative impact on my credit record.I am asked to press ‘http://fines.pcn23.top/i’No name - mine nor the issuing authority, no vehicle identified, date of offence or location.Checking my diary for 14 days ago, I was in Wiltshire but certainly received no ticket/ notification of any offence.

Elizabeth Ross ● 109d9 Comments ● 106d

The lesson learnt from a walk

A walk in the park.Most people would pass without noticing. But beneath the shelter of an old tree sat a man - we’ll call him John - in his late 50s—hunched, exhausted, and barely holding himself together. His clothes were unwashed, his face gaunt with hunger. He hadn’t eaten a proper meal in a week. He was homeless, hopeless, and at the very edge of giving up.But help arrived in the most unexpected way.A volunteer from a local homeless charity stopped, spoke to him, and truly listened. He gently referred him to Hammersmith & Fulham food bank—and walked with him there himself. That simple act of compassion set everything in motion. Through the food bank, John received not just a meal, but a lifeline. He was connected with housing support, guided through the system, and is now on the path toward the stability he desperately needed.Little by little, thanks to food bank, he is rebuilding his life.Hang on, what’s a food bank got to do with this? Everything.There’s more to the food bank than asking for donations at a supermarket or dishing out food in a church hall and sending people on their way. The people who come to the Hammersmith and Fulham food banks have a voice; they are listened to. There’s help and hope whether it’s for Sim cards or advice on fuel payments, difficulties with landlords, assistance for those suffering financial hardship, safety for sufferers of coercive partners.The case of the unfortunate man lost in the park is just one specific example which tells you a lot about the work the food banks do. Why am I telling you this? The food banks and people who rely on them need your help. On Thursday, November 27 and Friday 28 there will be a collection at Tesco, Brook Green. I know, those irritating people asking you to donate a tin of something, a packet of something else. But here’s a thing, if everyone who goes to Tesco over those two days donated only one tin, one packet of biscuits, one jar of jam, the effect would be immeasurable. It would bring joy to hundred of people, old and young.And I’m going on about this because the food banks in the area need volunteers. People who can make a difference and make other s feel a tad happier.One place where people find a welcome is The Hub in Bloemfontein Road, White City, (open Tuesday to Friday) where people call by for a chat and advice. A clothes rack is open on Tuesday, there are lessons for those struggling with English, help for the troubled, and a book club. There is always a warm welcome from Chaudhry, the manager. He understands the problems people face and he knows how to help. There’s coffee and cake too! If anyone fancies helping out with any of our projects, here’s what to do: Helping at a Foodbank Centre Foodbank Centre Volunteer Role Profile. Helping at The Hub Hub Volunteer Role Profile Read more here.

Richard Holledge ● 106d1 Comments ● 106d

Cop 30

Never Here Keir is off again, attending another jolly, this time in Brazil where they built a 4 lane 8 mile highway, clearing a protected Amazon rain forest.Also enjoying the 12 day jamboree were 53 Heads of state and one Prince of Wales, but no representation from the USA, Russia, India, and China.Why do these world leaders who rightly care about our environment feel the need to travel all round the world visiting exotic places to talk to each other? At enormous cost and release of carbon emissions.Why can't they cut costs and time and use technology?It's called ZOOM.

Denis I. Fox ● 123d6 Comments ● 107d

Same Linden Gardens Visitor Parking Permits?

I'll be visiting an elderly friend in Linden Gardens again soon - the visitor parking permit he lends me is one he's had for around 4 years. I just wanted to check the council have not introduced a different type since then, as I don't inadvertently get landed with a ticket?

S Powell ● 110d9 Comments ● 108d

Child Killer's Wedding.

DOES ANYONE RECOGNISE ANY OF THE NAMES IN THIS NEWSPAPER ARTICLE             A new bit of information about Abertillery child killer Harold Jones. From the Fulham Chronicle of 10 September 1948.                                                                                   BRIDE TOOK BOUQUET TO MOTHER'S GRAVE.After her marriage at All Saints Fulham Parish Church, a Fulham bride Miss Muriel Widdows of number 29 Hestercombe Avenue went to to Fulham cemetery, Sheen and placed her bouquet on her mother's grave. The bride is the second daughter of retired police constable John Widdows who was unable to attend the wedding owing to illness.The bridegroom Mr. Harry Stevens, an engineer comes from Newport Monmouthshire. The couple met a year ago.Given away by her uncle G. Widdows, the bride wore a pale-grey costume and white feathered halo hat. She carried pink carnations.Attendant upon the bride were Miss B.Trott, a friend, G.Ketteridge a nine year old cousin of the bride and her nine year old niece Patricia Crowe.Their dresses were pale of blue and they had floral headdresses.Miss Trott's bouquet was of scabious and tea roses.The young bridesmaids held posies of anemones Best man was George Crowe brides brother-in-law.The reception was at 29 Hestercombe Avenue Fulham.

Neil Milkins ● 109d1 Comments ● 108d

Film student wanted

Hi, are there any film students or people interested in videoing that would be interested in a days work filming me treat horses?

David Powers ● 108d0 Comments ● 108d

Mature handyman wanted

We are looking for a handyman to do a few jobs in our flat in Acton W3.  Please call 07904 631 038 to discuss rates and availability.  Good English is essential

Danielle Fox ● 114d5 Comments ● 108d

Last minute request for a live-in dog sitter

Asking for friends who are about to head off for a week and have just had their dog-sitter cancel on them. Looking for recommendations or suggestions. It's in Bedford Park.

Bruce Hammal ● 150d15 Comments ● 109d

Looking for part time work

Almost but not quite retiredLooking for part time work.Lots of experience in childcare, pet sitting, teaching.Looking for any childcare work/babysitting work any hours.Free from December 2025.Best catherine - cando_5@msn.com

Catherine Annett ● 109d0 Comments ● 109d

Ealing garden waste collection

Does anyone know when the garden collection service ends? Is it Monday 17th Nov or Monday 1st Dec? Thanks!

Jann Grant ● 114d6 Comments ● 110d

chiswick house grounds stink

The Park road end of the lake really stinks.It smells (and looks) like sewage has leaked into it. Anyone got any idea what's going on?

Simon Pedley ● 113d3 Comments ● 110d

Labour tax and spend

they have learnt nothing for being in the wilderness, Tax & spend so they claimed the Tories left a 20 Billion so they raised 40 billion killing off many small businesses and hospitality with the employer NI increase. So having spent out 40 billion they need to raise even more money, blame everyone else. When if ever are they going to take responsibility for their own actions? What about controlling spending? Welfare bill is outrageous there are no checks so I dread to think about the fraud going on using our taxes. I heard a statistics on Politics live that 1 in 4 new cars on the road is funded by the government including BMW and Mercedes is this right? Shocking. They have killed the housing market with all the rumours. People taking out their 25% tax free element on pensions again due to rumours and Labour pulling pensions into IHT. They have no clue how to handle the economy, it should be illegal for any government to meddle with tax respectively on items like pensions. Of course Labour are support working people and the only definition I can work out who are working people is those on benefits so much for going for economic growth they do it by spending our money! That does not work. Now they are blaming Brexit they seem to forget we had a referendum and it was the people’s choice. When will they ever take any responsibility? We have the highest energy bills in the world how’s on earth do they think business can compete? Rant over 😂

Jayne Thorburn ● 140d158 Comments ● 111d

Yippee! More traffic cameras.

It would be nice if before more were installed Hounslow could make the ones they have work properly. We are currently fighting a tidal wave of PCNs wrongly issued for accessing Hartington Road, the cause of which seems to be that we changed vehicle. It was all properly registered for the "White List" and for a couple of weeks all was well, until suddenly the PCNs started. Of course there is nobody you can actually talk to and every ticket has to be laboriously appealed. Does anyone know how this can happen? It's as if suddenly  an out-of-date data list is being used. Any advice or wisdom to share?

Bruce Hammal ● 125d36 Comments ● 111d

BBC 1,2 and 4

Anyone else had these channels disappear from the programme menu on their TV? They are now only showing as HD channels on the menu.

Keith Iddon ● 111d8 Comments ● 111d

Dog walking

Hello, I am looking to improve my fitness and happiness. I have lived with multiple dogs throughout my life, but cannot currently as my partner has a cat. I am wondering if anyone has a dog that I would regularly be able to walk? I would like to do this free; I can do on or off lead (if your dog had a recall). If not, does anyone know of any (walking distance) dog rescues that I could offer my time to? I’m on jack199518@gmail.com Thank you, Jack

Jack Davies ● 112d1 Comments ● 111d

MICROSOFT/HOTMAIL

I wonder if there's a very helpful person who has Microsoft/hotmail?  I've managed to log myself out of my account and can't get back on and haven't been able to receive emails since yesterday.It would be great if someone could advise me personally or know of someone who could?Would be very happy to pay.

Elizabeth Fisher ● 115d10 Comments ● 113d

Recommendation for brickwork repointing please

Can anyone recommend someone to undertake repointing of brickwork? Thank you

Chris Smith ● 142d9 Comments ● 113d

Plastic Wet Wipes Ban

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/wet-wipe-island-thames-london-cleared-hammersmith-bridge-b2824711.htmlAfter the three weeks' of removal of 114 tonnes of rubbish from the Thames which was changing the course of the river and which included approximately five million wet wipes which should never have been flushed but should be binned in the first place it is good to see that this ban on wet wipes containing plastic is progressing through Parliament even though it appears that those wet wipes which don't contain plastic are still not suitable to be flushed as they block the drains (just as tissue that isn't toilet tissue does).The charity Thames 21 which organises events on the river Thames and its tributaries welcomes Fleur Anderson MP's bill as a step to stop this unnecessary blight and danger to the wildlife on the Thames.Thames 21's events are here:https://www.thames21.org.uk/events/

Philippa Bond ● 116d2 Comments ● 113d

The BBC Panorama Scandal

The BBC faces its gravest breach of trust after a whistleblower exposed Panorama’s deliberate doctoring of a Trump speech to falsely portray him urging the Capitol riot. Trump had called for supporters to march “peacefully and patriotically,” but the BBC cut that out, spliced in phrases to make it look like a call for violence and aired the fake version days before the 2024 election.This was not journalism but intentional propaganda, and not the first time they have been caught deceiving the public.  Defund the BBC. Cancel your licence fee!https://x.com/artemisfornow/status/1985369558958649718?s=46&t=Yj9w8x7wMkmB3zhe2ldyWA

John Rogers ● 125d88 Comments ● 113d

Why is the Chiswick House Conservatory being at risk a good thing?

You have to hand it to Hounslow Council, they let a building which they own deteriorate to such an extent that it is on the point of falling down and tell us this is good news because they now qualify for extra funding to put the neglect right.

Francis Rowe ● 121d25 Comments ● 113d

Proposed Documentary.

Maybe a bit of good news. Documentary maker Marcel Theroux contacted me 2 weeks ago to discuss the unsolved murders of 8 women in the Hammersmith district of London between 1959 and 1965. We had a long chat today and Marcel is pitching an idea to a national broadcaster linking Abertillery born child killer Harold Jones to these unsolved murders. Marcel is a reputable broadcaster being the presenter of 'Heist: Robbing the Bank of England' which documented the 1990 Bank of England bond heist which saw a theft of £ 292 million. He also presented the 2023 documentary the "Bunny Girl Murders." Marcel is the brother of renowned documentary maker Louis Theroux.

Neil Milkins ● 117d2 Comments ● 113d

Stolen Amazon delivery

My CCTV caught the lowlife who stole my Amazon delivery this afternoon. I suspect he watched the delivery driver unload as he then appeared on the pavement opposite watching the house. Then went out of site and a second later swooped and stuffed the packages in a Sainsbury's bag for life (probably stole that too). White male, 30-40, dressed in navy/black with a baseball cap on with a prominent H on it (probably stole that from somewhere too). Hope Amazon refund and am reporting to the police on 101 online. Nothing exciting in said parcels so he will be very disappointed. What an absolute loser.

Margot Crowther ● 740d26 Comments ● 113d

Gardener

HelloCan anyone recommend a gardener please. Need to work on mine so that it’s gorgeous in preparation for next season. janet

Janet Reuben ● 113d0 Comments ● 113d

Knitting wool donations requested for Twiddle Muffs for Dementia patient support

Hi all I am back again on the hunt for knitting wool for a knitting group who make 'twiddle muffs' for Dementia patients, they supply various hospitals. Absolutely none will be wasted. Please have a root around to see if you’ve anything to donate. Thank you to all who’ve been able to assist in the past (for my Mum and Mother in law who knitted for children’s items for charity) and to those who may be able to in the future - I look forward to hearing from you via my mobile 07984 802205 as the direct message no longer works from here/W4 forumxx For those who are not familiar with ‘twiddle muffs' they are knitted tubes often fashioned with ribbons, buttons, bells and zips, have been found to have a calming effect on people with dementia by keeping their hands busy and warding off anxiety. They are particularly useful in a hospital setting while people are in waiting rooms ahead of treatment.

Joy Griffiths ● 435d12 Comments ● 114d

Climate Change Vaccine

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Michael Brown ● 114d3 Comments ● 114d

Wes streeting on Nick Ferrari

Oh boy,good on Wes streeting. To have a Labour health minister To have the backbone to hit out at those striking and attack the BMA in the strongest way possible which will get them frothing at the mouth at the highest order It's quite refreshing to hear

Julian Pavey ● 115d5 Comments ● 114d

Channel 4

Is there a prob. with channel 4 streaming- I’ve tried 3 days and it keeps saying… ‘This is embarrassing- try again later’ what’s going wrong with them ??

Helen Bamberger ● 115d1 Comments ● 115d

labour

What a chaotic situation! Who would have imagined that, following the controversies with the Tories, Labour could actually perform even worse in just 17 months? It is genuinely astonishing that Number 10 is allegedly briefing against its own cabinet, or so the press would have us think, while simultaneously initiating a leadership contest... it is surreal. Labour is undeniably unprofessional, demonstrating a complete lack of balance in managing both the economy and the country, and none of its members exhibit any leadership qualities. The fearmongering from RR regarding the budget is alarming; Labour is exacerbating issues in every area tenfold... they are truly embarrassing! JFMF

Julian Pavey ● 117d4 Comments ● 117d

George IV last night

HelloIf anyone was in the above pub last night and witnessed a fight between males, could you please call me on my mobile. My number is 07340964585Thank you very much

Georgina Flint ● 119d3 Comments ● 117d

More on the Digital ID

In penetration testing of the Government’s current ONE Login system:- systems were easily hacked and remained undetected- outsourced to contractors without security clearance in Romania “a country identified as one of the greatest cybercriminal threats in the world.”- used unsecured workstations- Oracle, the company that donated £ 275 million to Tony Blair's foundation, will partly manage the Digital ID system.This means if the digital ID goes ahead, a citizen’s entire database of medical records, tax details and personal information will be at risk of exposure to foreign states, ransomware hackers and criminals. It will, of course, do nothing to prevent illegal immigration.Still think the Digital ID is a good idea? Do not comply!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fufnzxyv2Pshttps://x.com/BGatesIsaPyscho/status/1980895069298372953

John Rogers ● 137d28 Comments ● 117d

CPZ charging levels

Hi I was renewing my CPZ permit and I thought the charge a bit high so I checked the emissions table that is used to calculate charges. OK, so my emissions are also a bit high but within the ULEZ level 4 (petrol) requirements.Does anyone know the algorithm used to do this calculation?(fwiw, if I had off road parking it wouldn't matter how high my emissions are. Seems a bit strange that I have to pay to park off road - I would have thought that covered by Road Tax - but not in my driveway, if I had one. After all, the level of pollution doesn't drop if parking in a driveway).

John Hickman ● 118d3 Comments ● 117d

Tell him.

Am I the only one who thinks that the BBC should tell The tangerine tosser - known as Donald Trump, where to shove his threats of a lawsuit against the BBC? As a lawyer pointed out this morning - the time for him to take action here has lapsed by two weeks, and to pursue this in the U.S. in Florida is a problem as the Panorama programme wasn't shown there anyway.Usually when someone demands money with threats attached if you don't cough up, it is regarded as blackmail. Trump is possibly one of the biggest liars breathing and has managed to beat the American press into submission and lined his pockets doing it. The man is a bully and shyster, yes, the BBC should apologise, but that's where all this should stop. The BBC is held to far higher standards than that of many other media outlets, and by and large do a fair and reasonable job we would be long sorry to lose it. Time to take a stand and put the orange one back in his box.

Vanessa Smith ● 118d9 Comments ● 117d

Aston Villa v Maccabi Tel Aviv- TNT Sports Ch tonight at 8pm

Tel Aviv supporters have been shamefully denied by the Football Assc and the Govt from coming to support their team.Thousands of police will be on duty outside the stadium to control Birmingham's strong Pakistani contingency.This all means those supporters inside the stadium will be predominantly English Villa supporters.It will be interesting when Tel Aviv take the field; will there be loud booing or polite applause? That moment will be a measure of how our country feels towards the Jewish nation.

Denis I. Fox ● 123d39 Comments ● 118d

Illegal e-bikes police enforcement

Have just caught up with the story on the main page about the recent enforcement exercise to take illegal e-bikes off the street. About time! These modified bikes, and the ones that are designed to go at speed and which should really be classed as motorbikes, are a menace to other cyclists, road users and pedestrians. And what a surprise (not) to find that the operation coincidentally snared drug dealers, illegal immigrants and violent offenders. It's well known that there is a similar level of criminality among drivers who drive untaxed and un-MOT'd cars.

Marie Power ● 134d6 Comments ● 119d

Lost keys? small knitted fob

Lost keys?Have been placed on garden wall outside 54 Eastbury Grove.

Liam Robinson ● 119d0 Comments ● 119d

Art Supplies available

I need to dispose of all of my art class supplies which range from Lino print equipment (tools and inks), assorted paints, papers, drawing blocks and pencils unused canvasses, easels, collection of art books and so on (have a full list)  Equivalent volume of a small van and location is storage unit London W3. Prepared to dispose of for low or no cost (charity etc or someone just starting out in the art world) Get in touch if interested or ideas Best Bud  07802 862861

Bud Murry ● 119d1 Comments ● 119d

Stolen property

A few weeks ago, my car was stolen from outside my house in Grove Park. Last week, some of the contents of my car were found by the side of the A272 near Haywards Heath, along with items I suspect were from at least one other stolen car. One of these items was a red cap with the words 'Cabin Crew British Airways'. The items that were not mine include costume jewellery and some wrist watches.The finder is sending me the items she discovered by the side of the road. If you know someone working as BA cabin crew, or someone who lives with someone who does, and has had a car containing costume jewellery and watches stolen in West London recently, drop me a line. I would love to return the stolen items to their rightful owner. If you contact me, I will need to ensure items are returned only to their rightful owners. Please describe what you lost.

Chris Frost ● 126d2 Comments ● 120d

We R Blighty - a warning

Fundraisers for this organisation have been active on Chiswick High Road.You need to bear in mind this is not a charity, it has been fined for illegal fundraising by the City of London and senior army officers say that it is undermining the work of genuine veterans' charities. If you want to support such causes the excellent Royal British Legion collectors are currently at Turnham Green station. For more about We R Blighty sign up to the very excellent London Centric newsletter

Jeremy Parkinson ● 124d5 Comments ● 121d

Electrician recommendation

Does anyone know a local electrician just need a light switch fixing?

Jayne Thorburn ● 126d9 Comments ● 122d

Property of Leonora Stone found

Does anyone know Leonora Stone?  I have found something belonging to her  outside my house.

Sarita Strike ● 122d0 Comments ● 122d

Castle Place, Chiswick, W4

This address is located off Chiswick Common Road near the Elliott Road junction.Was there ever a "Castle" in Chiswick?

Jim Lawes ● 124d1 Comments ● 123d

Outdoor sauna

Hi, has anyone had a sauna built in their garden and if so what company did you use?Thanks

David Powers ● 123d0 Comments ● 123d

Chiswick RLNI helmsman sacked

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/10/27/rnli-boatman-sacked-after-calling-sadiq-khan-a-terrorist/I would normally summarise  but you need to read the whole article to get some perspective.

Adrian Irving ● 132d42 Comments ● 124d

Radiohead concert tickets

An appeal please!15 year old daughter is desperate to go and see Radiohead in their latest tour.Should anyone know of any tickets that become available / have some to sell - do let me know!Many thanks

Jennifer Day ● 125d0 Comments ● 125d

Saw Doctors at the Apple - 2 tickets

I have 2 tickets if anyone is interested ? Next Saturday at Hammersmith Apollo

Madeleine Hazard ● 125d1 Comments ● 125d

Frankie's Bakery (where Elias used to be)

Just when you think there's no space for another bakery in town, Frankie's opens... and immediately becomes your favourite!

Our first visit today and we're very impressed. Delicious pastries (including squishy cinnamon buns), savouries, breads and decent coffee too. The friendly team at Frankie's are going to be very busy, and for good reason.

No association, just a very happy customer (with a particular penchant for tasty bakery goods and friendly service). 

Gordon McDonald ● 129d14 Comments ● 125d

Fire at Rendezvous Restaurant

I have tried to read this news item which appears first on the news page but tapping the link results in a blank screen. But am able to access all the other news items. Does anyone know why?

Mitra Alam ● 125d2 Comments ● 125d

Gas "coal" fires

Could anyone recommend a local-ish company supplying and installing a traditional open coal effect gas fire.Thanks

Maggie Darby ● 127d6 Comments ● 126d

Operation Chis-Choke update

With traffic speeds increasing along CHR from glacial to halting, we've had to resort to our favourite measure, namely disabling the lights at the junction with TGT, as ever to excellent effect! Hopefully will be in operation for some weeks as no "workers" in evidence at the site!

Davey Harris ● 126d5 Comments ● 126d

Notable former residents of houses in Chiswick

Sir John Hurt, actor20 Queen Anne’s GardensSir Roger Casement, diplomat, humanitarian, Irish Nationalist.7 Blandford RoadMichael Flanders, actor, broadcaster, writer, performer63 Edmond Road.Who else?

Rima Jones ● 2139d553 Comments ● 126d

The Katyn Memorial

It's quite an important day todayfor the Polish Community and others.It's a Polish Memorial Day to do withthe horrors of WW2 and the 1000's murdered in the Katyn Forest.The "Katyn Memorial" is located in our Borough in the Gunnersbury Cemetery next to Gunnersbury Park.Please spare a thought.Just saying.

Jim Lawes ● 128d5 Comments ● 126d

Saw Doctors next Saturday

If anyone is interested, I have two tickets I can’t use - they’re playing at the Apollo - let me know ?

Madeleine Hazard ● 127d0 Comments ● 127d

Has anyone lost a black & white cat ?

A cat has been hanging a round my garden since last week. She’s doesn’t look like a stray but I’ve tried a paper collar and I’ve taken her to check for a microchip and she doesn’t have one.  

Katy Foreman ● 133d5 Comments ● 127d

Lost cat

Has anyone found a tabby kitten in the Rusthall Avenue/St Albans/South Parade area? It doesn't have a collar but it is microchipped. Last seen on Monday evening

Philip Coggan ● 130d9 Comments ● 127d

sea of Lime bikes outside Turham green

Wow So many of them people can’t get to their own bikes

John Kennedy ● 134d13 Comments ● 127d

Window Cleaner Bob - contact number

Does anyone have the telephone number of Bob the lovely window cleaner please ? I have mislaid his number and desperately need my windows cleaned !

Gabriella Newbold ● 127d0 Comments ● 127d

Builder for garden wall

Does anyone know a reliable, reasonably priced builder / bricklayer to rebuild part of a garden wall?

Andrzej Kowalski ● 139d6 Comments ● 128d

Richmond rugby fireworks

I have x3 tickets for sale at £17.50 each. This Sunday. Fireworks start at 4.30pm. They’re the Grandstand ones with seats. Face value only. Thank you

Georgina Flint ● 131d1 Comments ● 128d

If ever you doubted the North/South divide..

There is an interesting and sobering article on the BBC website regarding the 10 most deprived areas of England.Six are in the North West,once known as 'the workshop of the world'and the other four are in Yorkshire,the North East and The Midlands.It may come as a surprise to some at the sheer level of deprivation,but not to me.

Keith Iddon ● 130d17 Comments ● 128d

Nuclear testing.

A technical question. Does nuclear testing have any effect on global warming?

Nicholas Beard ● 130d4 Comments ● 129d

Labour: Early report by slightly biased constituent

The latest hoohah over Rachel Reeve's letting out her property without a licence is a mistake made by many of us, but not many of us have held the office of Chancellor of the Exchequer, and been part of a team headed by Sir Keir, who prided himself pre election on the ethics and integrity of his party.She should have known better and Kemi Badenoch and the media have every right to badger her.A list of hiccups relating to Sir Keir's ever so righteous party-Louis Haigh: Resigned from being Transport minister having lied to police about having her phone stolen.Mike Amesbury: Resigned after consumming quite a few juices and drunkenly assaulting a constituent.Dan Norris: Suspended for alleged rape and child offences.Angela Rayner- Resigned over avoiding stamp duty.Rachel from A/C's: Lied on her CV (which would account for her budgets missing the mark). Also her Latest novel on Economics littered with plagiarism. Last but not least got herself in trouble with breaking the ministerial code over not obtaining a licence for letting out her London home.A sorry tale of a party failing on all counts.  

Denis I. Fox ● 130d1 Comments ● 129d

Home of Modern Makers Festive Fayre, 1st Nov, Catholic Centre, 11-5

It’s never too early to promote a Festive Fayre (especially ours!)Home of Modern Makers was formed by 6 Designer friends when the independent gift shop in Ealing, where we all sold our work, closed suddenly in 2023.Sharing our wealth of experience and creativity we have, over the past 24 months, created a series of West London Pop Up Markets.Sadly when we visited Chiswick last December, Storm Darragh battered London that day and although our Traders all made it to the Catholic Centre, footfall was definitely down. But FEAR NOT, we are resilient and are returning to Chiswick on 1st November with our Festive Fayre. We will be bringing you a collection of unique gift ideas from 18 carefully curated Designers including Ceramics, Prints, Jewellery, Textiles, Handknitted Children’s Wear and Vintage Collectibles to name a few.Many of us have sold at Green Days (The Bedford Park Festival) and know, first hand, how wonderful Chiswick folk are in coming along and supporting local events.Your custom is always hugely valued and appreciated and we’d LOVE to see you on the day Chiswick Festive FayreSaturday 1st November, 11-5pmChiswick Catholic Centre2 Duke’s Avenue CHISWICK W4 2AEThank you and any bumps up would be greatly appreciated

Lorna Kyle ● 150d4 Comments ● 129d

Should we relax Sunday trading laws?

Would it not better for the economy if we were allowed to shop in UK stores rather than shop online from merchants around the world?

Chris Lucy ● 134d14 Comments ● 130d

You could not make it up

This man, who was not only mistakenly released from prison and not sent to a detention centre. But he is now showing up in a video on social media walking around Chelmsford city centre in his prison tracksuit and a clear plastic bag, talking to friends. He then boarded at 12.47 pm a train bound for London.   They may have caught him if they had swiftly notified the media of the mistake. But it was about 6.30pm the media were notified, and by that time, he was in London, found out and went on the run. Q: When did they notice the mistake Utter madness

Julian Pavey ● 136d43 Comments ● 130d

Any interest in an informal meet up for local older lesbians and gay men?

Am thinking of trying to establish an informal group for older (50+) lesbians and gay men to meet up monthly or so to share meals/drinks/films/art galleries/board games etc. So many close friends have left London recently and I'd love some more local gay chums. Please drop me a if you're interested: bigdeadline@yahoo.co.uk :)

Beverly Kemp ● 140d6 Comments ● 131d

I have a question about the lake in Chiswick house grounds

Why does the lake level fluctuate so much?Including sometimes flooding the path?What controls the lake level?

Simon Pedley ● 152d21 Comments ● 132d

Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal

For the first time for several years there will be poppy sellers at Turnham Green tube station this week for the start of the annual Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal. They have been organised by local resident Elisabeth Whittaker with a group of volunteers (myself included) after the RBL’s Chiswick branch fell into limbo in recent years. The Appeal starts this week on Thursday 23 October and there will be poppy sellers at the station every day until Remembrance Sunday 9 November 2025.If you have a couple of hours spare over the next 2 weeks to help raise funds for the Royal British legions activities in support of current and ex-servicemen and women by selling poppies at Turnham Green Station please contact Elisabeth Whittaker on 020 8995 9255 to offer your support.The Royal British Legion provides a wide range of services to support those who have served in the armed forces. Many veterans face challenges transitioning to civilian life, including employment difficulties, financial hardship, housing insecurity, and health issues. The cost-of-living crisis has intensified demand for the Legion’s services.In the past year alone, it has responded to thousands of urgent requests for financial assistance and awarded grants to more than 23,000 veterans and their families.

Tim Porter ● 138d5 Comments ● 133d

Shock News!!!

With all the terrible things going on in the world, they all pale into insignificance with the devastating news that Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly are leaving Strictly Come Dancing! Yes folks, they really are! How on earth are we all going to carry on without them? I'm so upset and distressed. I've taken a couple of Kalms to hopefully quell the anxiety this has caused me, but I'm probably going to have to take quite a few more to get me through the day. I might also need to take some Rescue Remedy to help me sleep tonight.It would be wonderful if other like-minded folks could meet up and comfort each other. If so, please reach out!

Jill Merrett ● 137d23 Comments ● 133d

Decorator/Handyperson recommendations

Hello everyone, I’m looking for the above for a few small retouching/repair jobs please.

Tim English ● 133d0 Comments ● 133d

Bifold door lock

The lock has broken on my bifold doors. The company that installed them has gone bust. I have asked other companies to help, but they won’t as they didn’t install them. Can anyone suggest someone who might help please?

Margot Crowther ● 138d5 Comments ● 134d

Car Parking illegal fines.

Is there anyone on this forum who could advise please.After receiving 2x£100 parking fines in Iceland car park Abertillery they were later scrapped because I proved I was parked legally.Last week I received another £100 fine for again parking legally. A photo they took again showed me going in and going out of the car park but not in the legal parking space. I will be seeing a solicitor to sue the parking company for harassment.In April and May  2025 my local newspaper the South Wales Argus published 4 stories regarding dozens of motorists being fined with the same happening to them as it did to me. We were threatened with enormous costs and bailiffs taking possessions from our property if the fines were not paid. After appealing my 2 fines the firm apologized and sent me a letter of apology. Dozens of motorists weren't so fortunate and paid the fines out of fear. Many more motorists are still now having these illegal fines for parking in 1 of 4 public car parking space which clearly state Public Parking Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council. Should I employ a solicitor to take action through the courts or through the small claims court. Below is a link to one of the 4 Argus stories. Please copy and paste.                                   https://www.southwalesargus.co.uk/news/25098515.abertillery-iceland-illegitimate-parking-fine-complaints/

Neil Milkins ● 135d6 Comments ● 134d

Not Christmas already?

🎄 Grove Park Christmas CarolsThe Grove Park Group residents' association warmly invites you to a traditional Christmas event in the Piazza.🎶Join us as we celebrate the joy of the season with music, laughter, and good company!Date: 11 DecemberTime: 6.00-8.00pmLocation: Grove Park Road Piazza, outside the shops.Come and sing along to your favourite Christmas classics, enjoy warm refreshments, and share in the spirit of peace and goodwill. There will be free mulled wine, hot chocolate and mince pies. Bring your family, friends and holiday cheer — all are welcome to a seasonally lit Piazza. We welcome singers of all abilities (and appreciative listeners!), and particularly encourage your children to come along and join in.

Graham Holley ● 134d0 Comments ● 134d

Halloween Food Market this Sunday at Dukes Meadows face painting and magician

Celebrating Halloween is a tradition at the Farmers Market at Dukes Meadows. The market is open 10 till 2.Up close Magician Alex Ultima will be conjuring magic in the market from 10 till 1 and we have free children’s face painting 11 till 1.Spooky decorations will help get you in the spirit. Come dressed up for a trick or treat prize.It's an American import, I know, but it is a lot of fun for kids. Proceeds from running the market go to improving and maintaining the park

Kathleen Healy ● 138d1 Comments ● 135d

Keys found near Little Bird

Please give some sort of identification (number of keys, brand, keyring description) if you have recently lost your keys.

Corinne Desfonds ● 135d0 Comments ● 135d

ASBO menace!

A warning to us all - a very antisocial citizen has been apprehended and fined £150 for pouring the dregs of her Costa coffee down a storm grating ... see https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cg435gg66gpo ... lucky not to have ended up with a long custodial sentence IMHO! (PS, you really couldn't make it up!)

Davey Harris ● 138d27 Comments ● 136d

Burlington Lane closure

As a local resident we have had no notification of the works from Cadent and TFL. The first I knew of it was a sign on the bus stop on Friday evening.Still not aware of full details.

Chris Lucy ● 162d29 Comments ● 136d

Labour getting desperate?

Despite having more seats in the house than you can shake a stick at,now they want to snaffle the votes of 16 and 17 year olds.I don't think this is a good move and I think it's a cynical measure.They can't buy alcohol,get married,get a mortgage,join the armed forces without the consent of parents and have very little life experience in many cases.Still,the way Labour are going,the move may backfire on them,you never know.

Keith Iddon ● 235d119 Comments ● 137d

Excellent Kitchen Fitter

I was badly stung by a cowboy builder bathroom fitter recently,  so was extremely wary when it came to replacing my kitchen.  I was struggling to find a decent kitchen fitter then searched this forum and found an old recommendation for Paul Howells (07769 119095) of Premier Installations Ltd (kitchen and media fitters).  I asked around and got glowing reports back, so engaged them.  Paul and his team were brilliant, very diligent and professional and did an exceptional job.  They went above and beyond expectation and addressed all my concerns (blocking mice holes was a big one!) and did so within the very reasonable quote.  They were also a pleasure to have around.  I can’t recommend them highly enough and have no connection other than being the recipiant of a fabulous, excellently fitted kitchen*!  *I was set to go with Wren kitchens when Paul suggested I try West London Kitchens [Keith Patterson: 020 8741 1981], which I did. I now have a gorgeous German kitchen of much better quality than the Wren one I was intending to get, and at not much more cost.  I love it.  Again, no connection other than being a very satisfied customer.

Jackie Eastham ● 826d11 Comments ● 137d

Amazing car garage and servicing

An unusual post for me but I’ve had no luck with garages in or around Chiswick for MOTs, services or issues - always have tried to rip me off, or service the car incorrectly with hugely inflated bills. I was recommended by a friend an amazing place in Ladbroke Grove called car care of Kensington and they are absolutely brilliant. Reliable, don’t rip you off and have all kinds of different services.

Jenny Smith ● 138d6 Comments ● 137d

Dishwasher Repair

I am looking for recommendations for someone to diagnose and, hopefully, repair my Hotpoint Dishwasher which has recently given up on me. A Forum search has brought up posts from 2012 so I would be grateful for more recent details of any engineers Forum readers have used and would recommend to others.Please respond via the Forum as my email is also playing up!

Ginny Randall ● 138d3 Comments ● 138d

Recruiting clients for nutritional therapies

Hi All,I am a final nutritional therapist student at The College of Naturopathic Medicine. I would need 2 clients who would be willing to be assessed and we would recommend a nutritional plan.There is an initial consultation that lasts 2 hours and a follow up session of 1 hr which will happen in 5-6 weeks following the initial consultation. You will be assessed by myself and I will draw a nutritional plan under the supervision of a qualified nutritionist practitioner.The cost altogether will be £40. The venue for the consultation will be in Percy Circus in King's Cross at The College of Naturopathic Medicine in north London.Teenagers are welcome but they would need to be accompanied by a parent.The session will also be observed by 3-4 students in the clinic room.Feel free to call me to ask me for any questions if you may have on 07341 423 054.Thank you,Nadia

Nadia Sin ● 138d0 Comments ● 138d

Found item belonging to Zach McCormack

Hi, if anyone knows a teenager by the name of Zach McCormack, pls get in touch. Found his oyster card yesterday near Acton Central Station.

Apple Leiper ● 141d2 Comments ● 139d

Recommendations for Spa Day

Does anyone have a recommendation for a spa day experience locally please?  Ideally not wanting to trek into Central London although would consider for something good. Swimming pool, treatments, restaurant.

Claire Moran ● 144d3 Comments ● 140d

Turnham Green Station

How lovely it is to have the Piccadilly Line stopping at Turnham Green this weekend. Now all we need is to have the Piccadilly and District Lines stopping simultaneously and permanently, and Turnham Green would be the new Baron's Court... it's a Turnham Dream, I know!

Richard Evans ● 155d24 Comments ● 140d

Poundland closure date confirmed

I just walked past the Poundland store and Chiswick's worst kept secret is now confirmed. The store is shutting on 28 May. Very sad to see this happen. There is coverage currently on the front page.

Anita Blake ● 301d12 Comments ● 140d

Bookcase Bookshop Break-In

I’ve just seen on instagram that Bookcase was broken in to. I feel extremely sorry for our independent shops who are already facing a tough time. We must make sure to keep supporting them. No doubt this incident will be low priority for the police.

Felicity Green ● 144d5 Comments ● 141d

Please think of Gaza

At this special time of year for Christians, I can scarcely believe the combination of indifference to the plight of Gaza and the parochialism and meanness of spirit shown on the forum in the past 24 hours. Whilst Gaza is destroyed and several hundreds of lives are lost, local preoccupations seem to be either petty hatred of cyclists and the local authority which is supposedly in thrall to them, or an obsession with 'woke' culture. We are complicit in the 'genocide', as we remain silent whilst Biden and Sunak sit on their hands and do nothing to stop the slaughter. I say 'genocide' because, although there is no doubt that the Israeli actions in Gaza constitute the deliberate killing of a large number of people from a particular national, ethnic, racial or religious group, there may be some doubt as to whether the intention is to destroy that group, in whole or in part, or whether it is to kill sufficient members of that group to force them to disown Hamas. But either way the effect is tantamount to genocide.Does no-one care?

Robert Fish ● 805d302 Comments ● 142d

Chiswick Rugby Club Fireworks - 8th November

Last year it was so great, now with their bigger and better facilities it should be even better. Who's going?https://www.chiswickrugby.co.uk/news/chiswick-rugbys-community-fireworks-spectacular-2945687.html

Walter Lours ● 142d0 Comments ● 142d

EU entry/exit border controls

Has anyone travelled since the introduction of these ? Just wondering if I should allow more time at the airport ?

Madeleine Hazard ● 144d5 Comments ● 142d

Hounslow ebike - FOI

If anyone interested I have response to Freedom of Information request about the selection process for Voi and Forest.  The request covered - 1. Details of the complete process and criteria used for the recent selection andappointment of Voi and Forest bikes and e-scooters to operate in theborough.2. Copies of any formal proposals, bids, or tender documents submitted by Voiand Forest in relation to their appointment.3. Details of the process and reasons for the deselection or removal of LimeBikes from the borough’s rental scheme.4. Copies of all internal and external communications, meeting minutes, reports,and decision-making documents related to the selection of Voi and Forest,and the deselection of Lime, from 1 January 2023 to the date of this request.

Philip Hodges ● 160d35 Comments ● 142d

No District Line trains tonight

Apparently no trains from/to Richmond, Ealing Broadway and Upminster since 18:05, according to the handwritten sign on the board. The control room at Turnham Green is in darkness with nobody there and the only staff member was behind the barriers, on her phone and she walked away when I approached. Journey abandoned! Completely useless!

Richard Evans ● 143d2 Comments ● 143d

Handy person needed this week/weeked

Hi, we need someone to fit a TV onto a wall. We have the bracket but the old braxket needs to be removed and new one fitted and TV put on the wall. It's a plaster board wall so really need someone with experience, who knows what they are doing! With the correct tools/wallplugs Many thanks

Apple Leiper ● 148d2 Comments ● 144d

Chestertons Winter Coat Drive 2025

Do you have any unwanted winter coats, warm jackets or fleeces? If so, drop them off at your nearest Chestertons branch before the 22nd November and help vulnerable Londoners stay warm this winter! For the 12th consecutive year, @chestertons.london open their London offices as donation points. Partnered with @CallingLondon, every single coat collected will be donated to someone less fortunate, including those facing homelessness or poverty, victims of domestic abuse, the elderly, refugees and children 💜.👉️ Share this post to spread the word!#CallingLondon #CoatDrive #CoatDriveLondon #Helpthehomeless #Donateyourcoat

Lisa Joanne Fox ● 144d0 Comments ● 144d

phone software expert needed

Does anyone know an expert on phone software issues I could hire? I would be very grateful if so.

Rae Lewis ● 146d2 Comments ● 145d

Phone software expert - needed urgently

Does anyone know an expert on phone software issues I could hire? I would be very grateful if so.

Rae Lewis ● 146d5 Comments ● 145d

The state of the world is making me awfully depressed

The state of the world, economy and politics in making me awfully depressed. Can anyone enlighten me as to what the solution might be?

John Bird ● 157d52 Comments ● 146d

Lost small pouch

I have lost a small bronze colour pouch from Boodles with three rings in it on Turnham Green Terrace or The Avenue this afternoon. One of the rings is a family wedding ring so of great sentimental value. Please let me know if you have seen it. Thanks.

Johanne Coker ● 149d1 Comments ● 146d

Large Tree to be destroyed near Post Office

I happened to read the Planning Application posted at the building site (formerly Independiente Studios) to the right of the post office.  It has allowed for the destruction of tbe very large, seemingly healthy tree at the front of the building.I emailed Hounslow Planning Dept to enquire why a TPO was not placed on this tree.  The reply was that the applicant had obtained their own arboricultural assessment which stated the "tree was in decline".  If you see this tree, it certainly doesn't appear to be in decline.If you feel the same way about protecting this tree, please contact Hounslow Planning and quote PA 2025/1070 - The Drill Hall, 3 Heathfield Terrace, Chiswick W4 4JE as this matter needs to be reviewed further.

F Collins ● 157d9 Comments ● 146d

Thanks to Richard Jennings from John Todd

i thought this might get missed in the front page article and as i have always been impressed with how super helpful Richard seems to be thought i would re-post it here:-"Richard Jennings - A valued Community MemberCouncillors are advised that they cannot intervene in Penalty Charge Notices (PCN) matters as they are ‘quasi- judicial matters’Richard though can provide valuable guidance and advice on such matters without charge. His email address is ‘parking@rjen.uk’It's been a bumper year for Richard’s hobby of helping people fight unfair Penalty Charge Notices.  It all started in 2007 when he received a PCN for parking outside his house.  Hounslow claimed that he had violated the suspension that his neighbours had organised in connection with their move away from Chiswick, but he was actually helping the neighbours on that day. Hounslow rejected two appeals, so Richard did more research and submitted a 4-page appeal to the adjudicators. Hounslow took one look at it and decided not to contest it.  Case won - PCN cancelled!Richard started to use that experience to help others, and so far this year he has helped in a record 58 cases. He says he doesn't work miracles, but there are often obscure processes that can unlock difficult cases.  For example, if a PCN should have been posted to a driver but never arrived, the penalties can rapidly increase, but Richard can advise how to get a court in Northampton (Traffic Enforcement Centre) to wind back the excessive penalties and enable the PCN to be appealed. Users have advised me how thorough and helpful they found Richard.Sincere thanks Richard for this valued public service.Cllr John Todd"http://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=info&page=councillorsblog284.htm

Ceinwen Mailvagnam ● 1161d6 Comments ● 147d

SOTG  Junior School Railway Footbridge

Can someone please tell me if the footbridge has reopened yet?

Pete Johnson ● 147d1 Comments ● 147d

Leaves

I live in a heavily treed part of Bedford Park, and for many years I’ve tried to be a considerate neighbour and responsible member of the community by sweeping the fallen leaves from the pavement outside my home. I’ve always disposed of them in my own garden waste bin — at my own cost. I also clear the pavement outside my property in winter after snowfall or when it's icy, to help keep it safe for pedestrians.Last year, I noticed that Hounslow Council didn’t start leaf-sweeping in my area until December. In the meantime, it was really upsetting to see how slippery and dangerous the pavements became — I know of several neighbours who were genuinely anxious about walking in the area. I reported the issue several times via StreetMap, but nothing changed.Recently, I read that some residents in the borough have started sweeping the leaves into the gutter instead of using their own garden bins, arguing that it's the council’s responsibility to remove them. I tried this myself last week, but was quickly challenged by two people (not my immediate neighbours). They said I was potentially obstructing drainage and could even face a fine, and that by sweeping the leaves, I was letting the council "off the hook" from doing their job.I tried to explain that, in my experience, the council hasn’t increased their efforts regardless of whether residents help or not. And I honestly thought a clear, safe pavement was better than slippery leaves — even if it means some water pooling in the road.Now I’m genuinely unsure what’s the right thing to do. I don’t want to create more problems or upset people, but I also don’t feel comfortable doing nothing when I can see the hazard to pedestrians. Is there any guidance or advice on how residents can handle this responsibly — both legally and in terms of community values?

John Day ● 153d31 Comments ● 147d

Closure of Strand on the Green footbridge...

Does anyone know why the pedestrian bridge by Strand on the Green school has been closed? There is no sign on there to say why or for how long, and Hounslow website update says that it is not due to be to shut until 2026/27 for refurbishment.

Rhian Williams ● 208d12 Comments ● 147d

Hammersmith nude muders.

I just found the following link to a substantial feature from the January 2025 MailOnline dealing with the unsolved murders of 8 women in the Hammersmith district between 1959 and 1965.                                                                  https://www.dailymail.co.uk/.../Jack-Stripper-serial...

Neil Milkins ● 150d9 Comments ● 148d

Burliington Lane Towers: Sadiq Khan is trying to foist this on us

https://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=info&page=conplan231burlingtonlane.htm I have objected using the CGI image produced by Old Chiswick Protection Soc and ChiswickW4.com. This is an obscene proposed development. Totally destructive of the Strand riverside houses and St Nicholas Church. Please object: https://glaplanningapps.commonplace.is/planningapps/P-2024-2610Thank you.

Una-Jane Winfield ● 155d11 Comments ● 148d

Bus broken down king st stay away. Wednesday

Right next to cycle lane grid lock.

Paul Brown ● 152d5 Comments ● 149d

Robert Jenrick - Lack of integration

Does Robert Jenrick’s comments about Hansworth equally apply in reverse for the white gated estates in the Home Counties of Surrey, Berkshire and elsewhere?

Philip Hodges ● 153d13 Comments ● 150d

Labour Conference

Some powerful speeches today in Blackpool, even though I personally don't side with Labour's politics; but I strongly object to the loose way, David Lammy especially, describes the Reform party (and by definition its 250,000 members) as racist.Racism is a venomous description, and insulting to all to whom it doesn't apply.Sir Keir, in giving his speech to conference midday tomorrow, needs to be very careful how he chooses his words when fending off Nigel Farage's threat to his position.

Denis I. Fox ● 161d33 Comments ● 151d

Lost purse

Purse found in Chiswick a few weeks ago near Rymans. Please reply if you believe it might be yours. Thanks.

Christine Bagenal ● 155d1 Comments ● 151d

FOUND : IPHONE 13 PRO MAX TURNHAM GREEN

Have you lost a Silver Blue IPHONE 13 PRO MAX Mobile Phone?Circa 3.35PM today, 8th October, I found it on Turnham Green close to the path, heading south towards Heathfield Terrace.    I have handed the phone into VODAFONE on the High Road.   SUBRATA is the person who took the phone to see if the Manager can unlock and contact the owner.

Mitra Alam ● 152d1 Comments ● 151d

Weed removal. See forum main front page

Please remove weeds outside your house if you don't want Ealing council spraying Glycosate chemicals around your vicinity. Ealing council have reintroduced spraying this dangerous weedkilleragain.This is what happens when people complain about the weeds and do not do anything proactive themselves. The council will take the easy way out when under pressure. Also grow to love  weeds they die down in summer and are very useful to wildlife.

Jerry Byrne ● 155d3 Comments ● 153d

Looking for someone who can fit ‘ Easy Grass ‘ in the garden .

Hello ,Would anyone be able to recommend a gardener to fit ‘ Easy Grass ‘ into my very small garden please ? Many thanks , Gaby

Gabriella Newbold ● 153d0 Comments ● 153d

Perivale 5 Running race

ITS BACK for the 27th year … the famous Perivale 5 race! Why not keep up your running after the Ealing Half and enjoy a shorter distance but by far the yummiest cakes 🎂. Starts and finishes at Perivale Athletics track Sunday 7th December 10am Start.Sign up with links below … https://events.kronosports.uk/event/1471

Malcolm Woolsey ● 154d0 Comments ● 154d

Computer problem

Hi folks I got myself a new laptop a couple of weeks ago. It’s an HP. About a week ago after putting in my PIN number to open it, it came up with the following message….“This sign-in option is disabled because of failed sign-in attempts or repeated shutdowns. Use a different sign-in option, or keep your device powered on for at least 2 hours and then try again".It was working perfectly well before this and I haven’t entered my PIN in incorrectly.I’d really appreciate some help please 🙏

Georgina Flint ● 194d23 Comments ● 154d

Vinoteca closure

Very sad after 13 years. Thanks and good luck to all the staff.

Geoff Hoddinott ● 163d12 Comments ● 154d

Keys found

…on Chiswick Back Common, behind M&S, this morning. Message me if they’re yours.

Judith Steinert ● 165d1 Comments ● 155d

Residents Say tree roots are making pavements impassable

"Residents of Duke Road are calling for action over the escalating problem of pavement narrowing on their street."https://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=info&page=contrees014.htmI see the suggeestion seems to be to remove the trees. There is another option though, extend the pavement around the outside of the tree.

Paul James ● 175d36 Comments ● 156d

RIP David Crosby

At the age of 81, he is finally Eight Miles High. Thanks for the musical memories.

Richard Greenhough ● 1145d28 Comments ● 156d

Operation Choke-Chis continues unabated

With the High Road now semi-blocked nearly 24/7, our vital work to clamp down on freedom of movement in W4 continues! The District Line is on its knees, Burlington Lane is blocked for who knows how long, while the footbridge at Chiswick Station will be out of order until well into 2026, maybe even 2027. And as for the Mildmay Line, the frequent delays and cancellations are also encouraging. Plenty of other road works going on too, with admirably little visible work being done. Victory is within our grasp comrades!!

Davey Harris ● 161d25 Comments ● 156d

film recommendation

If you want to go and see a good film, I'd recommend "one battle after another". Now showing at the Chiswick cinema. 96% on rotten tomatoes.A realistic action drama about dysfunctional modern America.

Simon Pedley ● 161d7 Comments ● 160d

Lost gold wedding ring

My mum has lost the gold wedding ring of her mother which she wore on her little finger. It was pretty tiny and a simple gold band. She walked to the high road from Grove Park and has retraced her steps. If anyone finds it, do please message me. Thanks

Zoe Corney ● 161d1 Comments ● 160d

Chiswick GP surgeries. Looking for recommendations.

After more years than I dare admit with my current GP practice I am thinking of going elsewhere. After all the recent amalgamations and the opening of the new Health Centre in Fishers Lane does anyone  have any up to date experiences to draw on for recommendations - or indeed otherwise? I would be particularly interested to hear about people's opinions  of the Health Centre.

Bruce Hammal ● 171d29 Comments ● 161d

Unwanted Development

Planning application : P/2025/2646REGISTERED: Under ConsultationCreation of five padel tennis courts with three containers, floodlights, an entertainment area (open 15 hours a day), seating area and associated services including cycle parking.Chiswick Rugby Club, Dukes Meadow Great Chertsey Road, Chiswick, London, W4 2SHPlanning application : P/2025/2646REGISTERED: Under ConsultationI strongly object to the above proposal. The main pointsare Noise pollution, I have personnel experience of just hownoisy padel is. Light pollution and its disruptive effect on wildlifeas well as local residents Wildlife. The hedgerow running alongthe border with the allotments has already been hacked downduring the nesting period twice. This development on MOL willreek further damage. Vehicle traffic will increase, there is no wayof getting to this site by public transport. It is proposed to have anentertainment area open fifteen hours a day, this will result inadditional noise pollution to the whole, nearby, residential area. Ifthis development goes ahead it will be a disaster, similarproposals submitted by the nearby Riverside Tennis Club and theDan Masons Drive club have already been turned down. Why arewe to suffer this one.You need to object by Friday the 26th of this month! Here ...https://planningandbuilding.hounslow.gov.uk/NECSWS/ES/Presentation/Planning/OnlinePlanning/OnlinePlanningOverview?applicationNumber=P%2F2025%2F2646&guid=c312ad1a-1a40-4d49-a326-a205e7da1d05

Lawrence Stainbank ● 168d1 Comments ● 161d

Eating out

Does anybody else find that eating out seems to have got very expensive ?

John Southey ● 167d37 Comments ● 162d

Cleaner Recommendations

Just wondering if anyone knows a reliable and experienced cleaner who is currently looking for more work.  We are looking for someone for 4 hours a week for our house in the Turnham Green area. Many thanks!

Oana Jackson ● 504d4 Comments ● 162d

The suppressed report on LTNs

If even TfL's favourite academic can't come up with data that shows LTNs don't reduce car use, perhaps it is now time for everyone to admit what always seemed blindingly obvious from the start. This doesn't create the basis for scrapping all of them but it does mean that local authorities should be looking at where their schemes displace traffic to. There needs to be hard questions asked about whether or not some of these schemes have been manipulated to make nice roads nicer and roads were the less well off live, more polluted.

Francis Rowe ● 171d84 Comments ● 162d

Dog show

We really enjoyed our time there today. Thank you to all the volunteers that made today such a success. I know how much time my neighbour spent to make today possible and I admire her.

Martine Dismore ● 169d6 Comments ● 163d

Camera on the junction of Spring Grove and Strand on Green

I noticed there is a new camera on the junction of Spring Grove and Strand on the Green yesterday. Is it new? Is it active? I know about the restrictions on Strand but I've never seen an enforcement camera before? I can't find any info on https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/transport-traffic/south-chiswick-liveable-neighbourhoodDoes anybody know? Thanks

Joanna Midgley ● 167d28 Comments ● 164d

Expert repair needed for 2 HP Officejet printers

Please recommend a good local technical expert to sort out two printers for me!

Valerie Bott ● 164d1 Comments ● 164d

Robo Calls

I have received one. Just hung up and blocked the number. Seems to be a big problem and huge fines have been given out.

Nicholas Beard ● 165d4 Comments ● 164d

Nursery data hack.

Reading this story Digital Brit Card came to mind. Remember Co op, M&S, and JLR. How safe would it be? Any thoughts?

Nicholas Beard ● 164d0 Comments ● 164d

Mrs R Bains Amex

Found on Heathfield Terrace this afternoon

Ray White ● 167d2 Comments ● 165d

Trump vs Paracetomal

He's gone full Wako  now.Is he  going to tell,  mums to be to drink bleach instead?No doubt feed all this nutniess from Robert Kennedy juniorMake America Bonkers Loons the lot of em, no doubt the antivac brigade in the UK, will be laping this up.

Dave Dodds ● 167d16 Comments ● 165d

'Meals on Wheels' Bedford Park Chiswick

Afternoon - I think I have exhausted all web searches on this so it may not exist. I am looking for a local 5 or 7 day a week Meals on Wheels private company that supplies a daily hot meal to elderly (not one where it is frozen and they have to heat themselves).If anyone has any leads or suggestions it would be appreciated. We are fully tapped into local carers etc. so it would be as an 'add on' to support independent living.

Kirsty Braine ● 165d1 Comments ● 165d

Blue Light Card found belonging to Imran Choudahary

Found on a pavement! If that is you, let me know so I can get it back to you! :)

Martha Keith ● 168d1 Comments ● 166d

https://dosomethinggood.ealing.gov.uk/ealing-climate-week/

Lots of activities including:Info on energy grants and energy efficiency tomorrow 20 September at Acton Baptist ChurchAnother School Uniform Swap on 27 Septmber at Stirling Road.And more.

Philippa Bond ● 171d2 Comments ● 166d

Chiswick Station Footbridge

Works on the above have been somewhat sporadic since it closed 5 weeks ago.  The original info said it was due to re-open 15th September but I hear (unofficial) rumours that re-opening is likely to be November.  NetworkRail have been unhelpful with  their replies - has anyone managed to get a more definitive timeline from Network Rail?

Ruth Parfitt ● 183d21 Comments ● 166d

Final Cut Pro

Hi, can anyone teach me the basics of FCP? I have looked on YouTube but would prefer an in person / online tutor?

David Powers ● 169d6 Comments ● 167d

Chiswick High Road

What was going on this morning back towards the roundabout?? Buses on divert, blue lights everywhere, usual chaos!

Davey Harris ● 168d13 Comments ● 167d

Forget aspiration with Labour

lets pray what is being reported in the autumn budget is just gossip! Absolutely shocking not only have labour killed growth, increased inflation they are now plotting to kill aspiration, enlarge the state & benefits, the private sector becomes less than 50% what planet is she on? Attacking people’s primary home with capital gains tax, sellers tax and who knows what else. The 50B deficit which she has created remember she has already taxed us another 40B claiming the last government left a 20B gap she has overspent by 70B and this will not be the last they will keep on going until they drive the country into the ground.

Jayne Thorburn ● 201d202 Comments ● 167d

Dickie Bird

One of the all-time umpiring rates Dickie Bird has walked back to the pavilion just a few runs short of his century.My he Rest Ina plPeace and with heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.

N V Brooks ● 167d3 Comments ● 167d

Fibre Broadband

I've seen a few vans and workmen around W4, the last week or two, working on a fibre cable network, which will hopefully one day bring modern internet speeds to our homes. (For those that need decent upload speeds, for example, it's long overdue). Has anyone heard any whispers as to when we may actually get access to it?

Jamie Wiseman ● 171d10 Comments ● 168d

Quintin Hogg Sports Ground - Hartington Road

Hi,I wonder if someone can help me. My son’s Saturday morning football training has been moved from King’s House Sports Ground to the Quintin Hogg Sports Ground in Hartington Road.I know there is some sort of traffic restriction in place but have no idea how it works for visitors to this sports ground.Can someone please tell me how I should travel by car to this ground from CHR without copping a fine?Thanks in advance.

Keith Welham ● 172d18 Comments ● 169d

Unite The Kingdom Protest

If you only heard about this protest from the mass media, you would have been fed propaganda and lies, as we have seen through Covid.Hundreds of thousands of people marched in unity, far more than the 110,000 reported. I remember the BBC reporting just ‘a thousand’ at an anti-lockdown protest, which later was shown to be more like 500,000.  The little trouble there was happened when Police allowed the counter-protesters to meet the main crowd. Just 25 were arrested on Saturday and I’m sure many of them were ‘Antifa’. Compare this with 528 arrests at Notting Hill this year and 857 arrests at the Palestine Action in September, which had similar numbers attending. Where was the condemnation by Starmer then? He certainly hasn’t mentioned the Gospel singers, the Haka troupe or the many Veterans proudly marching for their country. Nor will he mention the counter-protesters shouting anti-semitic slogans and the so kind ‘liberals’ chanting ‘Charlie’s in a box’. What a lovely bunch they are.Even the Met Police have been caught out lying, by posting a photo showing violence against them. Except that photo was not from Saturday but from a protest in 2020.  When there is such a leftist agenda from the Government to the media, gaslighting and lying to the public, then they are the ones creating huge division in this country and can not be trusted.

John Rogers ● 175d47 Comments ● 169d

Sash window Refurb

Hi, I need to get a sash window refurbished, does anyone have any recommendations? Thanks in advance.

Alexandra Heath ● 169d1 Comments ● 169d

Windsor flypast for Trump

I gather the US jets were withdrawn owing to bad weather which was disappointing. It's not as if they were being expected to put on a full display - just to fly in formation in a straight line!The Red Arrows managed it as well as the Red Devils the next day in far from ideal parachuting weather.

David Marles ● 171d2 Comments ● 171d

A toast to Pete Murray OBE

Pete Murray, foremost DJ is 100 years old today.Many readers will remember him on our screens, always cheery promoting the pop music of the day.His opening line- "Time to jive on the old six five"

Denis I. Fox ● 171d1 Comments ● 171d

5 Forest + 1 Lime + 1 Voi = 1 trip home

As if further evidence is needed Katherine Dunne's new e-bike policy is an abject failure:Tried taking a Forest from Kensington to Chiswick. A trip made loads of times with one single Lime hire. The first Forest died en route. So I stopped to exchange bikes while still in Kensington. I could not. A total of four bikes "unavailable." Keep in mind I've paid for a bundle of minutes that are now inaccessible and set to expire. So I jumped on a Lime knowing I'd be in for a transfer. Left the Lime with all others by St Peters Square. Of course the app doesn't like that option but I submitted the photo anyway with plenty of context showing their own vehicles. Rather than attempt Forest again (why would anyone) I walked to Netheravon to get a Voi. While walking I contacted Forest customer service just for fun. Was told the first bike that died "was going through a connection issue preventing rides on further bikes until the "ride" ended, which could take a few minutes." That never happened with Lime. If there was an issue, it was an instantaneous swap and you'd get full credit for the initial ride. Lime gave credit for any ride that had a problem. With Forest, they simply take your money regardless of what happened. Their equipment failed, their app failed and you're expected to wait and pay for the privilege.Um...no.

David Lesniak ● 188d27 Comments ● 172d

Warning - some Mid Chiswick Streets no unrestricted Sunday parking

From this coming Sunday it will not be possible to park for free on streets such as Windmill Road, Elliott Road and parts of Chiswick Common Road. The restrictions which apply on weekdays will now also apply on Sundays mainly to resident bays.  So do let people know in order to avoid unwelcome parking tickets this Sunday. Check signs carefully. The restrictions have been brought in after a long three year process as residents found themselves unable to park near their own homes on Sundays.   Other streets like Linden Gardens have had similar restrictions for a long time and there are some restrictions in East Chiswick. But there are still several places where free parking is possible on a Sunday in Chiswick.

Jackie Elton ● 202d19 Comments ● 172d

Rolling Stones recording new album in Chiswick?

A comment in this article from Keith Richard's son suggests they might be - I would guess at the Metropolis Studios so keep an eye out for them !https://radiowise.uk/rolling-stones-the-album-would-be-ready-the-tour-is-in-the-floors/

Mark Evans ● 178d17 Comments ● 173d

Pulmonary fibrosis and Daksha Joshi

September is pulmonary fibrosis awareness month and so sharing the following link regarding my late mother - https://everybreathcounts.co.uk/APF-Stories/MilanIf you or anyone you know has pulmonary fibrosis and haven't heard of the charity Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis, please do check out their resources and support.

Milan Joshi ● 173d0 Comments ● 173d

R.I.P. Robert Redford

So sorry to hear that Robert Redford has passed away, what a wonderful life, and such brilliant films, known also for his environmental activism. One of my favourites along with the the very cool Steve McQueen and of course, Paul Newman. R.I.P.

Vanessa Smith ● 174d2 Comments ● 173d

Helium balloons

Where to get these locally, now that lovely party shop opposite Sainsbury’s has gone ?

Madeleine Hazard ● 179d10 Comments ● 174d

Shoplifters returning to CHR

Board outside CHR café: "Grab & Go". Somehow I don't think these people need instructions.

Berit Scott ● 183d15 Comments ● 174d

Chiswick Station bike racks have been broken into

For anyone leaving their bikes at the station, or maybe considering an alternative route to work.The bike racks at Chiswick Station are not secure. They've been detached from the ground and looks like several bikes taken today (including mine!)I doubt South Western will be able to fix them quickly so it's not safe to leave cycles for at least a few days

Adam Bradley ● 182d5 Comments ● 174d

Market Research for West London Sauna & Cold Plunge

I am doing some market research for a new Nordic-style, sauna & cold plunge facility in west London. East and south have the wonderful community sauna baths but there's nothing similar in the west. Please can you take 2 mins to answer these short questions and share the survey link with anyone who might be interested in this. All answers are anonymous and you don't need to log into anything to respond. https://forms.gle/uLa8maa2xq1HCKBA7

Clare McKenna ● 174d0 Comments ● 174d

Another Starmer failure

The ridiculous One in One out scheme devised by the hapless Starmer and the useless Yvette Cooper has come unstuck.The first flight out, due tonight, to return to France illegal immigrants was stopped by a Charities group.Surprise, surprise.Not.

Denis I. Fox ● 175d1 Comments ● 175d

Fruit ad veg stall.

Does anyone know what has happened to the owners of the fruit and veg stall that used to be outside Sainsbury's? I used to use it once or twice a week and it has been closedfor some time now.

Keith Iddon ● 189d7 Comments ● 175d

NATURELIA

Went in today, a very varied and interesting selection of food items from around the world.  Perhaps the first day they are open.Found the staff very helpful and I hope they do well

Mitra Alam ● 175d0 Comments ● 175d

Resident parking permit woes

Is it just me? The renewal notice for the permit came in and having following the link as I always have I can't get anywhere with it. The Hounslow website refused to accept my log-in (which was correct but never mind) I reset the password (more than once) and that seemed to be accepted. However trying to log-in with the new password(s) doesn't work either. There seems to be no way to call anyone so I've resorted to the only channel of communication which is an email via "tarantoportal.com".They give themselves 10 working days to reply so the permit may well have expired by the time anyone gets round to replying.Is this normal these days, and is it even legal to enforce internet only systems with no other means of contact?

Bruce Hammal ● 179d5 Comments ● 175d

Chiswick Post Office re-opens - Heathfield Terrace

Much to my surprise I was able to use the Post Office on Heathfield Terrace yesterday.For the first, and probably only time, there was no queue!

Martin Weaver ● 176d1 Comments ● 175d

Romania appoints AI minister

"Not a minister for artificial intelligence. Rather, a cabinet member who is, literally, the work of AI.The new addition is, like a pop star, known simply by the single name: Diella.Prime Minister Edi Rama introduced her as a member of his new cabinet on Thursday, four months after securing his fourth term in office in May elections." Q: Who would be better replaced by AI locally? Individuals or the whole lot. Im pretty sure some council jobs could be replaced by AI now if not pretty soon

Julian Pavey ● 175d1 Comments ● 175d

RIP Ricky Hatton

Sad news. Way too young

Susan Jacques ● 176d0 Comments ● 176d

BT Full Fibre

Hello, when did Chiswick get full fibre ? last time I checked with Openreach, my area wasn't planned until late 2026. Today checking my BT account, it gives me the options to renew to full fibre. Has anyone upgraded from copper to full fibre? what does it involve? do they need to install anything in my flat?
thanks

Isabel Martin ● 182d13 Comments ● 176d

As The New World Order Takes Hold..

...Britain and it's society continues to break up, and at an alarming rate.All you dimwits are not laughing now are you?

Michael Brown ● 196d12 Comments ● 176d

Found: White iPod type charging case

Near Chiswick station - Soundcore 201 - drop me a line if yours

Davey Harris ● 176d0 Comments ● 176d

8th September 1944: WW2: a V2 bomb anniversary

6.44pm is the time that the first V2 bomb had crossed the English Channel and landed in Chiswick's Staveley Road ... in the middle of the street and outside the School.A memorial was unveiled there some years ago with a dignified ceremony and a large crowd.There are images and more detail on the Internet.

Jim Lawes ● 182d5 Comments ● 177d

Donating to the Food Bank

Oh, no! She's not banging on about this again? Yes, she is.With no sign of food prices easing, despite a general fall in inflation, the Ealing Food Bank is struggling. We have had to cut back on how much we give each family and the warehouse has stopped buying some things altogether. We frequently run out of things during the session now.So if you could find your way to adding a tin or 2 to the collection box when doing your supermarket shopping, it will be going to a good home. Tins of meat would be especially welcome as the warehouse has stopped buying those in favour of fish and vegetarian protein.Thank you for reading.

Susan Kelly ● 181d6 Comments ● 178d

Sweenealogy :  Chiswick & Surrounds

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=6pzj3ddwzw4&pp=2AbMAQ%3D%3DChanges to Chiswick & West London over the past 50 years documented in this fascinating Youtube channel. The most noticeable change is the huge increase in street clutter & road markings

Jo Vaughan ● 183d1 Comments ● 179d

Proposed withdrawal of 60+ Oyster

I am horrified. This has been an absolute lifeline. As I am forced to work for at least 7 years longer than my expected retirement age, this is the least that I can expect having not, by the way, benefitted from free travel when I was of school age as is the case now.In fact there are many more discounted and free options open to young people now that I had to pay full price for when I had very little money and no parental support. Not everyone over 60 owns a mortgage-free property or for that matter owns a property. Not everyone drives a car.Perhaps if TfL stopped wasting money on pointless re-painting of road crossings and re-branding of rail lines they might have a bit more to spare to continue to fund this small concession.

Charlotte Kasner ● 207d33 Comments ● 179d

Upholstery and lots more

HelloI’m due to start my upholstery class again at the Macbeth Centre in Hammersmith next week. There are a few places left for the Friday class. Do have a go. The tutor is brilliant. Loads of other interesting courses to enjoy. It’s a really great resource. Highly recommend.

Janet Reuben ● 179d0 Comments ● 179d

Cataract Surgery

I was on my way to Specsavers the other day and guess who I bumped into? Everyone!Joking aside, I'm having cataract surgery tomorrow and I'm absolutely terrified! I keep thinking about the scene in A Clockwork Orange and the torture that Malcolm McDowell endured when his eyes were forced open!Any reassurance you can give me would be much appreciated!

Jill Merrett ● 189d23 Comments ● 179d

Emergency Alert Test

Don’t be unduly alarmed when you hear the emergency alert test from 3 pm this afternoon.

James Petri ● 183d11 Comments ● 180d

Robbie Williams Budapest 12th Sept

Hi, we've got 2 tickets for Robbie in Budapest on 12th Sept if by any chance someone is there that day?

David Powers ● 186d7 Comments ● 181d

cleaner

hi can anyone recommend a cleaner (not agency) i had a long term one who has had to stop. 2 replacements have proven unreliable not turning up. Iam looking for someone every 2 weeksThanks

Peter Mizzi ● 181d0 Comments ● 181d

A Level questionnaire on Chiswick High Road

HelloI’m a Year 12 Geography student and am currently doing my coursework which is worth 20% of my final grade. I’m investigating whether Chiswick High Road meets the criteria for an Ideal High Street. If you live or work in Chiswick, I’d be really grateful if you could answer a few quick questions- link below:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf6tgJofJOzKy33ATQu9-TnjHZsC-seZuO6D5_0dyZBJjB3kw/viewform?usp=header Many thanksHarry Stimpson

Harry Stimpson ● 182d0 Comments ● 182d

Gardener recommendations

I would like to re-turf my small patch of lawn this autumn. The ground will need some serious preparation - meaning hard work - to get it ready for laying. Does anyone have personal recommendations for this sort of job - price being less critical than the guarantee of a good job!

Bruce Hammal ● 183d6 Comments ● 183d

Arachnid training needed

sadly, I have inherited a Brazilian Black Tarantula from my sister; it’s just over a year old so still juvenile. I was Wondering if there’s any spider enthusiasts in the local area who could help train me to handle the tarantula? I would need a slow pace and I would be happy to pay for your time. Thank you

Jack Davies ● 187d4 Comments ● 183d

Padel Courts on Common Land

So Rocks Lane Padel is seeking approval for two changes at the facility on Chiswick Back Common.  There is in fact rather more to this story than would appear at first glance. What is being proposed: - the permanent retention of protective vinyl panels on the western padel courts, and the extension of operational hours for floodlights.from 7:00am to 11:00pm daily. (Currently, lighting is officially permitted only between 8:00am and 10:00pm on weekdays and 8:00am until 9:00pm on weekends)What the report doesn’t say is that Rocks Lane already been operating in this way since 2022 even though that is not permitted by the terms of their 2004 agreement with Hounslow or allowed by terms of their existing planning permission. The application they have made would appear to be a retrospective one to “fix” that.  It is unclear whether the 2004 agreement with Hounslow has been or is intended to be amended. The vinyl panels have been in place since 2022 and although they are retractable they have in fact never ever been retracted during that time.  They are pretty unsightly and Rock Lane have recently applied to put in even more. If this was a private facility, on private land, with private parking facilities and well screened from public view it might be argued that Mr Warren was entitled to create a high price private club for members who were happy to travel long distances and pay such high prices.  The last known figure that Hounslow Council was receiving as a “use fee” was just £2000 per year.  But this is all happening on Chiswick Back Common which is Common Land which is there as a public amenity and as clearly stated in the 2004 agreement as community facility for local people and intended to be at affordable prices.  The agreement emphasised the requirement to be good neighbours.  Common land should is not generally supposed to have permanent buildings on it - the whole point is that they are supposed to be preserved as Open Spaces.  The clue is in the name. In the event that Common Land does get built on - this should only happen with consent from the Secretary of State with the Open  Spaces Society being a statutory consultee.  None of this appears to have happened or is this being proposed for either the existing constructions or for the proposed constructions.  Most of the space at Rocks Lane Chiswick can now only be used for padel which while it is an enjoyable and increasingly popular sport is impacting other popular but more accessible sports such as football, netball and tennis which also have more flexible spaces. But they are of course less profitable than the padel courts which are being hired out at between `£57 and £64 per hour. Is this the right way to go for an important area of Common land?

Jackie Elton ● 224d24 Comments ● 183d

Tube strike

Does anyone have any detail about the tube strike planned for next week please?

Robin Knight ● 190d5 Comments ● 183d

No Brainer Rayner

Sir Keir won't get rid of her, for she holds his left wing element together.The fact that she should not repeat the accusation against the Tory boys her "It's one rule for them, another for oooss" is a blessing.

Denis I. Fox ● 187d36 Comments ● 184d

Pub/ restaurant recommendations

Help!We have friends coming into town on Sunday meeting up near New Bond St Looking at pub/restaurant recommendations. Looking for something a little different! Realise there is a potential tube strike Don’t know area for food very well so any help much appreciated Thanks in advance

Claire Harrington ● 186d5 Comments ● 184d

General Builders / Property Maintenance / Damp Proofing Company Recommendations

Hi Neighbours.  Looking for recommendations please for the following skills:General BuilderDamp Proofing Company Property Maintenance CompanyVery grateful for any suggestions.Many thanks, Maria

Maria Barr ● 184d0 Comments ● 184d

Chiswick Post Office

Our regular postman told me today that the post office counters will be open on Monday. Hoping it actually happens.

Bob Guyett ● 191d14 Comments ● 187d

Brazen shoplifting in High Road

At 4:15pm yesterday I was in the EE shop in the High Road (No. 276) when three villains attempted to rob the store of new Samsung mobile phones displayed to the left of the entrance inside the shop.There were ten of us - six customers, four staff - inside the shop. Fortunately, one of the staff (a young woman; her first day there) spotted this scout sent in on his own to check out the store. She quietly alereted the manager who promptly locked the entrance door after the scout left. About two minutes later three masked men wearing balaclavas and sun glasses tried to smash into the store. Luckily, the front door held firm.Us inside the shop stared out at the would-be thieves in mute amazement. They stood for a time on the other side of the High Road (outside Wyndhams the butcher) staring at us. Then we gave the shop assistant a round of applause for her quick thinking.The manager reported the incident to the police and two officers did arrive about half an hour later by which time, of course, there was no sign of the miscreants. No doubt one more useless and too-late report was filed somewhere. And all this took place within sight of the old closed Chiswick police station!Quite an afternoon!

Robin Knight ● 193d27 Comments ● 187d

New Lifestyle Concierge Business for 50+ Chiswick residents

Hello!  I'm thinking of setting up a Chiswick lifestyle concierge business targetted to 50+ Chiswick residents, on a monthly subscription basis. Client's pay for time, not a list of services, and it is bespoke and tailored to each individual's needs that can vary month to month.  If you are of this target demographic, would you kindly reply to the questions below for my research. I would be hugely grateful.  1) Which tasks or errands do you find most time-consuming or stressful?2) Services can include household errands and shopping, wellness, travel  and social bookings, pet care, household organisation. 2) Would you pay for help with these, and what would feel like good value?3) Are there any services you feel are missing?Thank you so much!  Answers by Sept 7th please.

Jayne Dark ● 187d0 Comments ● 187d

Black and white dog

I saw a Black and white dog running down Chiswick high road this afternoon came from duke avenue and ran towards Devonshire road I followed on my bike got quite close but he kept running off had a coller on lost sight at end of Devonshire road hope he stays safe and gets reunited with his owner

Debbie Harewood ● 188d2 Comments ● 188d

Saturday tailback on A316

At about 18:20 on Saturday evenings there is a tailback on A316 from Chiswick bridge to Hogarth roundabout. By 19:30 the road is clear.  Where are they all going?

Christopher Shea ● 198d9 Comments ● 188d

pavement weedkiller

Judging from the verdant weed growth on the pavements of eastern Hounslow, the borough is doing well with its aim of being a greener borough.But it all looks unkempt and abandoned.So let's get a bit of effective weedkiller sprayed, now, please . . .

Robert Shaw ● 225d45 Comments ● 188d

Can we change the name of our Borough?

Whilst "Hounslow" may have had a proud past ... the name today conjures up, in my view, the dreadful state of the scene in Hounslow High Street and it's environs.It's nothing to be proud of ... in fact this morning I have the dreaded task of having to visit Barclays Bank there ... having to side- step ugly scenes and the likelihood of being pestered en route.Then living miles away from there one is still under the 'umbrella' of that name "Hounslow"We need a new name!London Borough of "Magnolia" ?London Borough of  ?Any thoughts or ideas?

Jim Lawes ● 191d8 Comments ● 189d

Union Jack flags now flying on CHR!

I noticed UJ flags hanging securely to some half dozen lamp-posts ...opposite Turnham Greenthis evening.Being a somewhat international community these days ... should we be proud or concerned?

Jim Lawes ● 193d62 Comments ● 189d

HATCH MEYHANE

We have lived in Chiswick for over 45 years and have seen restaurants come and go. Recently we read a recommendation for Hatch Meyhane at 4 Chiswick High Road. We have now been five times. The restaurant itself is bright and spotless, the welcome warm, the food great quality and delicious, the portions generous, the price reasonable.We stress we have no personal connection with the owners of this restaurant.

PATRICIA FRYER ● 189d2 Comments ● 189d

Orange found near Chiswick Quay

Report from PetsReunited

Alison Howard ● 199d11 Comments ● 190d

Red kite?

Do we have Red Kites in west London? Sure I saw one flying over Ealing Common.

Paul Brown ● 190d2 Comments ● 190d

Bird watching

I have just seen a red kite lazily patrolling the skies over Bedford Corner and Chiswick Back Common. I have long been aware of these birds getting ever closer to central London down the M4 and M3 corridors ever since their reintroduction some years back. They are now a regular sight on the way to and from Heathrow and I knew it was only a matter of time before they came to town. They are a wonderful sight but small furry creatures might not be quite  happy to see them nor the foxes, as I'm sure they'll soon be availing themselves of the discarded fast food and overflowing bins in our parks and green spaces. On balance though I welcome them.

Bruce Hammal ● 199d4 Comments ● 190d

Lime fired

On the front page, Lime bikes have been fired and instead we shall see the introduction of Forest and Voi bikes ...Okay, but what happens if you Lime from London to Chiswick but there is nowhere to terminate your Lime ride and park the bike?I know that Lime is a bit of a mess but surely getting Lime to enforce their parking and improve their bike parking would be better than introducing yet another app and yet another bunch of eBikes to litter about the place?

Chris Blackwell ● 221d105 Comments ● 190d

Tube strike

Does anyone have any detail about the tube strike planned for next week please?

Robin Knight ● 190d0 Comments ● 190d

Bus strikes

Multiple bus routes affected this Friday and next Monday in our area, including routes 13, 18, 23, 31, 33, 49, 65, 70, 71, 72, 85, 94, 105, 110, 116, 117, 148, 203, 216, 218, 220, 224, 235, 272, 281, 283, 290, 293, 295, 371, 406, 411, 418, 419, 423, 440, 452, 467, 613, 662, 665, 681, 696, 698, C1, E3, H22, H37, H98, K1, K2, K3, K4, K5, KU1, KU2, KU3, N13, N18, N23, N31, N33, N65, N72, N85, N94, N105, N148, N220, N281, N295.

Paul Charlton ● 194d6 Comments ● 190d

Litter Bins.

Last evening whilst walking past Waterstones I was taken aback to see a woman with two little girls merrily emptying the contents of a carrier bag into a litter bin, the items I saw several of were girls shoes. She was still there posting as I reached the end of the M&S hoarding. This evening, as I was entering Homefield park a man came from the other side of the road following me into the park, he placed a carrier bag, of which I presumed to be rubbish, into the waste bin,he saw me looking back and continued into the park for a dozen steps, them turned around and left only to cross the road and go into one of the houses on Chiswick Lane. Just why?

Jan Porter ● 191d1 Comments ● 191d

Scaffolders

Can anyone recommend a good local scaffolder who might be able to do a small job (without, hopefully, charging the earth) please? TIA

Richard Evans ● 191d1 Comments ● 191d

Pay by phone parking

Hey  got a problem with the app. Unable to put carer reg in when they visit. It has an unknown reg coming up which can’t be changed arghhh. Carers can’t afford fines. Anyone have a fix. Been ‘chatting’ with the AI but it’s as useless as a chocolate teapot. App worked fine yesterday

Helen asunters ● 194d12 Comments ● 191d

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 ● 191d0 Comments ● 191d

Recommendations for watch repairs?

Can anyone recommend a local watch repairer? I have a 1980s watch that I would like to get working, or at least get an estimate for a repair.I have previously been a customer of Platinum Prestige in the High Road, but, after major problems with work they did, I don't want to use them again--much as I like to support local businesses.

James Rodgers ● 192d4 Comments ● 191d

Builder recommendation please

Hi,I am looking for a local builder to W4 to help with some renovations on my house. Such as fitting a new bathroom, removing a stud wall and fitting new kitchen.Thanks

Jenny Tollady ● 192d0 Comments ● 192d

Really Taylor Swift Engagement Takes over No1 News Item

BBC and  Sky So much more Horrible stuff going on

John Kennedy ● 195d12 Comments ● 193d

Keys Found Wilton Avenue

Set of keys found today Wilton Avenue

Catherine Costello ● 194d2 Comments ● 194d

New facilities at Chiswick Rugby Club

The club has been under new management over the last couple of years and the place has been transformed to be honest. Lots of parking, new changing rooms, big events space, BBQ and "costa-grade" coffee. Clean, spacious and very welcoming. Tons of kids from Mini-minis to six-formers playing on Sundays, it is a delight to witness(as a parent and general rugby supporter). I also found this little video on the Middlesex Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DNqXE5LMzdg/?igsh=NGY1NHlhd2ZubzluTheir website shows how happy busy they seem to be, all worth sharing with Chiswick parents...

Walter Lours ● 194d1 Comments ● 194d

Rugby World Cup

I don’t usually post on this forum, or indeed on any forums, with negative comments, but I was really disappointed this evening when I went to Chiswick High Road to watch the opener of the Women’s Rugby World Cup. I’d booked a pub for dinner and to watch the game as they were advertising it, but I had to ask them to put it on and missed the sound for the first 5 minutes of the match. There was no one else in the pub watching it so we decided to move somewhere else for a bit more atmosphere. The second pub refused to show the match because Chelsea v West Ham men’s were on. The third pub had several screen showing both games, but would only turn the sound on on the big screen showing Premier League. By no means am I expecting there to be crowds to watch the matches as women’s rugby is still relatively in its infancy, but it was the opening game of a home World Cup where we’re favourites to win. I’ve been in these pubs when they’re full to the brim for Men’s 6 Nations - after all West London is a pretty rugby heavy area!This tournament is going to bring women’s rugby to life here and it’s a shame that Chiswick doesn’t seem to want to get on board.

Izzy Duddy ● 199d15 Comments ● 194d

Voi Bikes Beware...

I got a Voi to go from Chiswick to Mortlake as the trains aren't running. I did wonder if it would work south of the river but it looked ok on the app. (and google said it would)Ugh, as soon as I crossed Chiswick Bridge it went on a go-slow, and said I was in a no riding zone. But I had no option but to continue to Mortlake or I would have missed my train. IT'S ONLY WHEN YOU ZOOM OUT ON THE APP YOU SEE ANYTHING SOUTH OF THE  RIVER IS A NO-GO ZONE.Of course, it wouldn't let me end the ride and so I spent a stressful few minutes trying to get past their chat bots to an actual human. This seemed to take ages but to be fair they were eventually helpful, and agreed not to fine me for breaking the rules. I know the Lime Bikes were annoying street clutter. But at least the service worked, and the app was ok. And you could actually go where you wanted with them. But this change, and banning them from Hounslow, seems like a regressive step. To do this journey I'd have had to dump the Voi just before Chiswick Bridge... and then get  LIME from there the rest of the way to Mortlake station. Might as well get an Uber instead...

Simon Meyers ● 197d6 Comments ● 195d

I take it James O'Brien left LBC by the back door today

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Julian Pavey ● 220d64 Comments ● 196d

Thames Water bill outrage

Just had mine - £320 for a half year!! It's rocketed up since last year, and all they've done is pump more sewage in the Thames, and pay more bloated bonuses and dividends to the off-shore fat cat billionaire owners!Grrrrr.

Davey Harris ● 201d14 Comments ● 196d

The Importance of Being Earnest perfomance

This play by local drama company is being performed two more times, Sun 24th & Mon 25th Aug at 7pm in the walled garden at Boston Manor House. Sharing this info as it has been hardly publicised locally. Thoroughly enjoyed last nights performance. Seats are provided, but take a rug or something warm to wear. Tickets available through www.ticketsource.co.uk

Sian Gadd ● 197d2 Comments ● 197d

Dawat - Devonshire Road

Hi,There were some recent posts about Dawat on Devonshire road which is a new restaurant.  Mostly, people were unhappy that it wasn’t licensed for alcohol.  I bought a Tandori Chicken and Chickpea curry from there today for dinner and I was delighted.  The food was excellent and the takeaway specials very good value.  I bought two takeaway specials and split it up.  The price is not much different to a M&S curry ready meal but the food far better.Since M&S is out of order Dawat will be on my Friday night rotation.I have no connection to Dawat and am merely a neighbour!Joe

Joe Wengler ● 220d21 Comments ● 197d

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 ● 197d0 Comments ● 197d

Hounslow Council tonight gave consent for a 10 storey block on Hogarth Roundabout

The existing five storey block will be replaced by a 10 storey block. Approval had already been given for a six storey block. Cllr John Todd was the only member of the Committee to vote against it. He of course was the only committee member who actually represents a Chiswick Ward. There was pathetic pleading by a Labour Councillor to reduce the parking spaces from 67 to 37 (kind of missing the point surely?) he was ignored. Only a tiny proportion of the flats will be "affordable". Not sure how this addresses London's housing shortage, but no doubt the headline statistics will look good.

Sam Hearn ● 214d29 Comments ● 197d

Music events this weekend

So does anyone know if there is anything scheduled for this weekendLive in W4 and I can already hear the pa and music testing since 2 Just want to be pre waned how long I am staying awake for tonight and what the starting times are xThank you in advance

Lorraine New ● 199d3 Comments ● 197d

Microsoft expert

Im looking for someone to help with a virus problem.  We are in Acton and happy to pay for time spent.  Please contact 07904 631 038 if you can assist

Danielle Fox ● 198d0 Comments ● 198d

Chiswick High Road shops

So, Cotswolds has gone. Why? Because the landlord wants to split the site into 3 separate units, and rent each out separately. Good luck with that! Cotswolds was a destination shop, so people would take the trouble to go to that end of the High Road, also near Halfords, similarly, a destination business. I gather that the old Lloyds Bank is to become a Wholefoods store? Presumably a mini one? It's not the cheapest of food stores but perhaps astute, being close to the market stall? I can't see The White Company lasting very long. Curiously, it's not mentioned on their main website.

Pamela Mayorcas ● 202d3 Comments ● 199d

Chiswick Book Festival

I attended several events at the Chiswick Book Festival last weekend, with a friend, as her husband was unable to go with her. The events were very good, though a couple of them had many empty seats, which was sad and must have been demoralising for the authors concerned. I thought back to the early years of the Book Festival, when day passes were available and many more events were fuller as a result, as people were able to see more, and went to things for which they would not normally have paid. I loved the day passes and went to so many fascinating and diverse events a talks as a result. I would therefore ask the organisers to reinstate them next year, even just on a standby basis, with events that need filling made available to pass holders on the day, or even an hour or two before they started. Doing this would not only increase audience numbers and make those authors running the events feel more valued, but would also doubtless increase revenue for the festival itself.

Rick Hayward ● 910d8 Comments ● 199d

Footbridge at Chiswick Station

Oh how I wish they were putting in lifts at the same time as these works! So needed! Aldo at Gunnersbury and Kew Bridge stations, and especially at Barnes Bridge!

Petey Rosebar ● 211d38 Comments ● 200d

Thread vein/Rosacea treatment

Any suggestions or hints and tips?Thanks

Sarah Felstead ● 220d5 Comments ● 200d

Yard sale this Sunday

Hi, we're having a yard sale this coming Sunday between 10-4pm, due to downsizing. 390 Goldhawk Road, W6 near Stamford Brook tube station. Cash only. Please come along and get yourself a bargain!

Ulrica Slaughter ● 201d0 Comments ● 201d

Elias Shoes - shop closure

I was in the shop yesterday and learnt that it would be closing at the end of this month.  This was indeed sad news as we have been regular customers for over 40 years.  The reason given was the difficulty of finding staff who are skilled and reliable.  Over the last year they have relied on opening Friday and Saturday and doing all the repairs etc. in their Richmond shop but this is not proving to be economically viable.If you have items to be collected you will have to do so in the next 2 weeks.The good news is that their services will continue to be available at their Richmond premises.  That shop is called Richmond Leather