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Words going out of use

Just wondering what words us oldies still use from time to time that no one else does.  Mine is yonder, as in over yonder.

James Petri ● 35d151 Comments ● 25d

Have I missed the new series of Have I Got News for You?

Monday nights on BBC1 aren't the same anymore. The corporation that insists it has no biases and treads the centre line has to bring back the show now we have a Socialist government in charge and losing popularity fast. It doesn't have to be Hislop and Merton, any snidey right wingers will do. Come on the overpaid clowns in W1, get a new series commissioned fast!

peter king ● 25d10 Comments ● 25d

Beware scam calls from '02

Calling to say your sim will stop working, remember '02 do not call their customers.

Janice Evans ● 25d0 Comments ● 25d

Found black and white cat with floppy ears, in Oxford road south near Chiswick Village

Marcella Martinelli ● 26d4 Comments ● 25d

Exceptional Cleaner

The lovely lady who has been looking after my cleaning needs in Grove Park is looking for extra clients. If you live in the area and are looking for a reliable and trustworthy person please contact me and I will pass your details on.

Debra Gynn ● 33d8 Comments ● 27d

Crown and Anchor Closing October 19th

Bought by 'another company' so reopening but currently not accepting the Chiswick Card.  
Been away from Chiswick for 12 years but seems to have lost whatever it had. 

Ian Tatterton ● 28d0 Comments ● 28d

Comedy unleashed

https://youtu.be/LsbRrTULpgA?si=bPCbglJJg6znKzqZ

Mike Mishra ● 28d0 Comments ● 28d

Car and van driving in cycle lane, Chiswick High Road

Anyone else see this around 14:30 this afternoon?  Didn't look like maintenance vehicles.

Carol Sawyer ● 38d20 Comments ● 28d

Recycling part used candles !

Who would have thought that such a facility exists!Recycling fanatics will be pleased to hear that the reception area at Chiswick Library has a collecting box for candle remnants in place.Well "strike a light"!

Jim Lawes ● 32d15 Comments ● 28d

Beware: Some local bùs drivers are iffy.

I had an accident on Thursday lastat the bus stop (SS) outside the Tanning Shop on Chiswick High Road. I was getting on the 237/267 westbound bus with my walking stick and small trolley. The bus driver closed the front doors when I was 1/2 on. I fell backwards onto the pavement. Dazed, small cuts and a bruised hip/ bottom. Many helped me recover ...except the bus driver.Someone asked if an Ambulance should be called I said "No" That was a mistake on my part I was too dazed to take the drivers details or the bus number 237 or 267. An Ambulance would have made a report to his Depot.My message is: vunerable passengers should make sure that they make eye contact with the driver before getting on a bus.My accident occurs now and again apparently. Beware dodgy bus drivers!

Jim Lawes ● 34d15 Comments ● 31d

Traffic to be banned from Oxford St

"Traffic to be banned from London’s Oxford Street under Sadiq Khan plan Mayor to be given power to overrule Westminster council, which blocked previous plan amid concerns over rerouting buses.
Traffic will be banned from London’s Oxford Street under plans announced by the mayor, Sadiq Khan, using new powers from Labour to push through long-thwarted pedestrianisation of the capital’s famous shopping strip. Khan said urgent action was needed so that the mile-long street could “once again become the leading retail destination in the world.” The deputy prime minister, Angela Rayner, is expected to sign off a proposed mayoral development area, giving greater powers to Khan as he revives the plans he first laid out in 2017." https://www.theguardian.com/business/2024/sep/17/traffic-banned-london-oxford-street-sadiq-khan-westminster-council#:~:text=Traffic%20will%20be%20banned%20from,the%20capital's%20famous%20shopping%20strip. Now about that cycle lane on Kensington High Street .....

Paul Campbell ● 32d60 Comments ● 31d

Praise for Gunnersbury Station staff.

My daughter and I arrived by tube at Gunnersbury station yesterday afternoon, with a baby in a  buggy. Just as we were about to navigate going up the stairs, a member of staff appeared behind us and offered to help my daughter up the stairs by taking the front of the buggy. Big shout out to Alan for being so kind and helpful!

Margot Crowther ● 32d2 Comments ● 31d

Passenger lifts at Turnham Green Station  ?

It's embarrassing and a nuisancegoing down the staircase backwards to survive the ordeal at the Turnham Green Station ... but apparently lifts are now actively being considered.I quizzed some Station Staff this afternoon and they told me ..."surveyors had been in to check on the possibilities and that it would cost some £xx millions.Well that's a start. Perhaps exaggerate your agony in getting down those stairs and help keep the topic LIVE!

Jim Lawes ● 38d14 Comments ● 32d

Chiswick Retail Changes

Noticed a few new shops getting kitted out today on CHR and Devonshire Road.For those (like me) who are insatiably curious...The old Halifax Bank is going to be Greggs - they're moving into larger premises (like a hermit crab but with sausage rolls)https://www.cradick.co.uk/366-368-high-road-chiswick/Oree, the boulangerie next to Little Dobbies, is turning into a Pasta Evangelists. France 0 Italy 1?And on Devonshire Road, the Genco salon is becoming Rozie's Cupcakes. Sweet!https://hounslowherald.com/latest-planning-applications-in-the-london-borough-of-hounslow-as-of-p25293-369.htm

John Hannon ● 65d96 Comments ● 32d

This Governments difficult decisions

Fuel allowance gone, energy costs up . This is going to be a challenging winter for some

John Southey ● 57d228 Comments ● 33d

Incessant noise from Gunnersbury Park

This has been a low level annoyance all day for me over a mile from the park and, according to the article on the front page, in an area where the noise should be suppressed due to the wind.It isn't that much of a problem for me but I can see why it would drive some people round the bend.I am actually pleased to see these events taking place in the park and appreciate the money is needed for maintenance but is there any reason that the noise needs to go on for 10 hours. The organisers try to get people in early to these events to boost food and beverage revenues but in practice most people don't turn up until much later so the noise is being blasted out to an almost empty park. Would these festivals look elsewhere if the park said they couldn't start until 5pm?

Anita Blake ● 35d11 Comments ● 33d

Innacurate travel info from TfL

Not sure if this is due to there recent cyber attack, but I have twice found inaccurate travel information on the TfL website. In the first instance, there was a 5 minute discrepancy in advertised train times (not live information between TfL and National Rail journey planner. The latter was correct.There was also inaccurate information regarding the DL1 rail replacement service that operated over the weekend engineering works. Suggest using other options, bearing in mind that they may have to use TfL data.

Charlotte Kasner ● 33d0 Comments ● 33d

Latest migrant deaths

This is just so very sad and yet it keeps on happening, the French are blaming the UK for being a soft touch which is why migrants are risking their lives even though they are in a safe country. They also claim that just tackling the gang leaders will make no difference. Time for Labour to step up and come up with a much more robust answer to stop this dreadful trade in people lives.

Jayne Thorburn ● 45d81 Comments ● 33d

Man and van recommendations

Any good names/numbers for a local man and van service? Can't seem to find any using the Forum's search function.

Michael Dempsey ● 34d2 Comments ● 33d

Dog Walker Recommendations

Hi there,Does anyone have any reliable, good, professional dog walker/day care recommendations who work in and around Chiswick or can come in from surrounding areas please?Thank you

Jenny Smith ● 93d3 Comments ● 34d

Spurious items in the post

I have received an item in the post but the addressee is completely unknown to me.  I have heard that this is quite a common occurrence and something to do with falsifying feedback ratings.  Any suggestions as to what course of action I should take?  The sender appears to be a subscription underwear supplier operating from the Netherlands.

David Marles ● 36d9 Comments ● 34d

Lost black cat

Our black cat Rum went missing Friday night from Magnolia Road. We think he is likely to be in the area behind the houses leading up to the railtrack, possibly in the allotment area of Thames Road.   As he’s mostly an indoor cat we think he’s not able to find his way back.  He’s pure black and very fluffy, quite nervous but very gentle.  We think he’ll come out early evening to look for food, to any houses near by.  Please can you look out for him,  let people in the area know, we have put posters through doors and will be putting them in the streets as well.  Thank you - Julie 07827 772088.

Julie Symes ● 48d3 Comments ● 34d

Clothing

Has keir and his wife not got any money to buy some clothes to look smart. D lammy giving the excuse,well the starmers want to look good in front of the general public. Ha And all the attacks when in opposition documeted in video format Im wondering given the his timeline so far if he will last the full term. Those behind him surely cant like whats happening. Surely? Can his pupularity in %s get any lower

Julian Pavey ● 34d7 Comments ● 34d

Lower back agony

Who is the best chiropractor in Chiswick please?Not for me, but for a good lady friend.

Denis I. Fox ● 39d22 Comments ● 34d

Volunteers needed

Hi there,I am volunteering with You Me Bum Bum Train (YMBBT).https://www.bumbumtrain.com/I am posting this as we are looking for more volunteers.You Me Bum Bum Train is a world-famous immersive theatre experience that’s loved by so many. We’re gearing up for our next big show in Covent Garden this November, and I’m reaching out because we’d love for you to be part of the fun!We’re offering unpaid volunteer roles that give everyone a chance to dive into every aspect of immersive theatre – from prop-making and set building to performing, stage management, production, admin, lighting and sound. There’s also free training and certification from industry pros, so it’s a fantastic way to gain real-world experience and skills that could lead to jobs in the theatre/creative industry. Many of our past volunteers have landed roles based on what they’ve learned with us.YMBBT is a non-profit, volunteer-led project – it’s all about community and creativity. We work with volunteers  from all walks of life (ages 8 to 80!), and we’d love for you to get involved. People say it’s an “exhilarating, life-changing experience” for everyone who takes part – whether they’re on stage or behind the scenes.Our last show in 2015 was a massive hit – tickets were in higher demand than Glastonbury, with over 120,000 people applying in the first minute! If this sounds like something you would enjoy you can sign up here:https://ymbbt2.knack.com/bumbumworldI can also send you a pdf one pager and The Times review from last time.Or please email me for further informationaliegriffiths@yahoo.co.ukMany thanks, Alie

Alie Griffiths ● 34d0 Comments ● 34d

Oh....

''It's outrageous that the Government are breaking a manifesto commitment by scrapping the free licence fee for over 75s. This is a betrayal for millions of older people, and by limiting it to people who receive pension credits, the Government have taken the free TV license away from over 5,000 people in my constituency.

https://ruthcadbury.org/content/dont-scrap-over-75s-free-tv-licence

Julian Pavey ● 37d36 Comments ● 34d

Crowdfunding

Is money received through Crowdfunding taxable?

James Petri ● 39d5 Comments ● 35d

Hogarth roundabout

TFL are proposing to close the top of Church Street.https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2024/09/07/tfl-forced-to-apologise-for-made-up-accident-figures/Please email your objections to haveyoursay@tfl.gov.uk

Chris Lucy ● 42d10 Comments ● 35d

Hogarth Roundabout - more congestion in Chiswick - please email opposition to TfL's proposals

Hello everyone. This is my first post on here, as it's not my kind of thing usually, but I am astonished at TfL's proposals for Hogarth Roundabout. Sorry if I’m a little late to the party, but my bone of contention is not Church Road (I'll mention it briefly below), but the "Advance Stop Lines" that TfL is proposing on all entrances to the roundabout - these will slow the flow of traffic through the roundabout and cause more congestion on Chiswick Lane (when you try to leave Chiswick) and on the A316 (when you are trying to get home).What is an "Advance Stop Line"?   It's the white box at the front of the traffic lights with a bicycle painted in it that allows cyclists to pull away ahead of cars. I quite like them when I am cycling - in some places they really do improve safety. But they won't on Hogarth Roundabout!Why? Because no cyclists will use them! I cycle this area frequently and every cyclist I have ever seen leaves Chiswick Lane, or the A316, and passes under the roundabout through the underpass (or they use one of the several other underpasses both east and west of the roundabout. So why has TfL put them in its design?  For goodness sake, they have even put Advance Stop Lines in their design across 3 and 4 lanes of the A4! The A4 has a combined cyclepath/pavement along each side of it, which I use regularly - I have never - in decades - seen a cyclist on the main carriageway. What on earth are TfL thinking - it's ideology gone mad!Instead, what these Advance Stop Lines will do is reduce the flow of traffic through the roundabout in each light phase as cars, vans, motorbikes will have further to travel before they reach the roundabout. This will cause more congestion on Chiswick Lane and the A316 in particular.  Chiswick Lane is already frequently backed up to the High Road; the A316 backs up past Cavendish and Chiswick schools frequently. What TfL proposes will only make getting out of Chiswick even worse, and pour even more pollutants into these school sites.  Frankly, I think it's one of the most stupid things I have ever seen a government propose (and after the last lot that takes something!).  TfL is actually going to spend money on something that will never be used and overall make things worse!So, please send a short email to TfL (haveyoursay@tfl.gov.uk) opposing their plans to put "Advance Stop Lines" on Hogarth Roundabout.Thank you. I hope I don't attract the opprobrium of the cycling lobby who seem to lurk on these pages, but surely even they use the underpass too?!As for Church Street, I can't see why they can't add a fourth lane to the A4 turning left into the A316 and still have a direct access and exit from Church Street.  TfL's proposal seems dangerous to me - anyone turning into the new Church Road entrance will stop or slow all traffic on the A316 (which it doesn't presently), which will then back up onto the roundabout - the most dangerous part of Hogarth Roundabout in my view is when traffic queueing to reach the A316 forces eastbound A4 traffic down to 2 lanes on the roundabout - that's quite scary and will potentially be worse with the TfL proposal.And for what it's worth - why are they adding more cycle parking and benches? Are they expecting the roundabout to become a destination?! Put the benches in and the cycle parking near Chiswick House please and stop wasting money!Honestly, I don't know what's going on at TfL - maybe they gave this one to the summer intern to do!

Nigel Williams ● 47d32 Comments ● 35d

Ms E Evans

I found your debit card, which I took to Nationwide`s Chiswick branch. Pls contact them ( actually they should have called you already)

Chris Bur ● 37d1 Comments ● 35d

Ruth Cadbury

Ruth Cadbury has been elected Chair of the Transport Select Committee (cross party committee of MPs scrutinising the work of the Department for Transport).Which is nice.

Paul Campbell ● 38d40 Comments ● 35d

Andy Slaughter pays tribute to David Knowles

This week in parliament we had the unusual sight of a Labour MP paying tribute to a Daily Telegraph journalist. David Knowles, the producer of the Ukraine: The Latest podcast sadly died while on holiday earlier this week aged just 32. Local MP Andy Slaughter asked the House to join him in marking his passing while praising the standard of his work. As far as I am aware, David was not a local resident so I can only conclude that Mr Slaughter, like me was an avid listener to the podcast which provides brilliantly well informed daily updates on the war in Ukraine. The show was seen a global authority on the war and tributes have poured in not just from the UK but from across the globe particularly from Ukraine itself. What a sad loss of a brilliant young man.

Francis Rowe ● 37d3 Comments ● 35d

Roman blinds

Hi allI need some blinds made and fitted in my sitting room bay windows and my bedroom window. I’ll choose the fabric. Do you know of a blind fitter that could make them for me?Thanks guys, gigi x

Georgina Flint ● 39d4 Comments ● 35d

pop up art gallery

Pop up art gallery back on Devonshire Road until the end of September.  Do pop down to see some of Philip Michael Martin's vibrant pieces.Will be open daily until the end of September.

Alison martin ● 35d0 Comments ● 35d

Beware Chiswick Property Developer.

Sadly, Kam or Kambiz Babaee, the well-known TV personality billionaire property developer has been made bankrupt.  It has been published in The Gazette Notice ID: 4554512 – He is local to Chiswick. I hope he doesn’t owe anyone on this forum any money or is working on your property.

Jenny James ● 237d11 Comments ● 36d

1 Burlington Lane tower block CONSULTATION CLOSES TONIGHT

The consultation closes tonight;https://planningandbuilding.hounslow.gov.uk/NECSWS/ES/Presentation/Planning/OnlinePlanning/OnlinePlanningOverview?applicationNumber=P%2F2024%2F2610

Chris Lucy ● 38d0 Comments ● 38d

Hiring a space for a drama class

Hi,Can anyone recommend a space / hall in Chiswick that is for hire.Looking for a space to run a comedy improv class. Any suggestions most welcome.Thanks

Jenny Tollady ● 41d3 Comments ● 38d

Children in ULEZ more likely to walk or cycle

A new study has been published which finds that children living in ULEZ are twice as likely to switch to walking and cycling to school and being advantaged by the resulting health benefits.  A few excerpts from the summary: "Among children who took inactive modes at baseline, 42% of children in London and 20% of children in Luton switched to active modes."
"Implementation of clean air zones can increase uptake of active travel to school and was particularly associated with more sustainable and active travel in children living further from school."
"Motorised vehicle use negatively impacts health throughout life, influencing children's physical activity, sedentary behaviour, and contributing to diseases like childhood asthma linked to air pollution. Regular physical activity, crucial for children's healthy growth and mental well-being [1, 2], also plays a vital role in preventing the development of obesity [3], prevalent in 23% of children aged 10–11 in 2022 [4]."
https://ijbnpa.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12966-024-01621-7 As motorised vehicle use negatively impact health throughout life it is never too late for anybody to switch to more active modes and get healthier so think about that next time you jump in the car and drive less than two miles to the shops or to drop your kids at school. And definitely think about the negative impact on your kids of driving them around Chiswick.  For some strange reason this study is driving right wing commentators and their dimwitted followers a bit loopy on the internet but I am sure the people of Chiswick are not so fragile ...

Paul Campbell ● 43d45 Comments ● 38d

Carpet Fitter Recommendation?

Can anyone recommend a carpet fitter. We have a small job where a patch needs putting down nice than I can do it with gaffer tape...

Simon Meyers ● 38d1 Comments ● 38d

Brent Council considers banning Lime bikes

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cly9jqd5765o

Richard Greenhough ● 40d2 Comments ● 38d

Shoplifting gangs

A friend of mine had the traumatic experience of witnessing them in Chiswick Hight Road. They were verbally abused and assaulted by them. They shop in question did absolutely nothing. It’s extremely infuriating.

Siobhan Smith ● 139d96 Comments ● 38d

Snow Patrol Ticket For Sale - Wednesday 11th September - Koko Lounge

HelloI have a spare ticket to see Snow Patrol at Koko Lounge in London on Wednesday 11th September.Cost is face value which is £75.It is an e-ticket and can be transferred swiftly.A shame to see it go to waste and hope it gets snapped up!ThanksNatasha

Natasha Patel ● 38d0 Comments ● 38d

Wardrobe interior fitting

Can anyone recommend someone who could fit interiors (shelves, drawers, hanging sections) to existing fitted wardrobes?

Jo Roberts ● 40d4 Comments ● 39d

TV Aerial Guy

Any recommendations? I need a few cables running and an amp installed.

Simon Meyers ● 40d1 Comments ● 40d

Using sash windows best to keep cool

I see so many sash windows not open in the best way to keep the house cool.  Here's an explanation of how this Victorian design works:https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/1438187/Experts-reveal-best-way-to-keep-cool-open-the-window.html

Philippa Bond ● 2280d47 Comments ● 40d

Builder recommendation

Would be grateful for recommendations for a builder who would be able to deal with some small jobs such as a bit of external pointing, replacement of broken bathroom tiles, replacement of a window, and other things.  Too much for a handyman but too small probably for most building companies.  Thank you

Maria Barr ● 40d0 Comments ● 40d

Herbie Flowers RIP

Bassist extraordinaire and occasional tuba virtuoso (was an RAF bandsman playing the tuba) has risen to join the heavenly orchestra. Born in Isleworth and a session musician on so many tracks. 0ver 500 of which charted. Best remembered though as a founding member of Sky, CCS and Blue Mink. Composed that memorable stripped-back bass line for 'Walk on the Wild Side'.  Also notable work with David Bowie, Marc Bolan and T Rex. Rest in Peace Mister Bassman.

N V Brooks ● 40d7 Comments ● 40d

Police presence in Regent St/Pinkham Mansions

Number of police cars in Regent Street and road bisected by police barrier tape.  Anyone know why?

Rupert Holderness ● 41d2 Comments ● 41d

Transgender Row After Rocks Lane Padel Tournament: Player born male defeats two 14-year-old girls in

https://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=info&page=conrockslane007.htm"Bertie" Jenner is a man and the correct pronouns for HIM are HE and HIM. Please, Neighbournet, eschew the fashion for confusion. YOU know as well as everyone that it is IMPOSSIBLE to change sex, that there are two sexes and this is responsible for the existence of every human being on the planet. Rewrite the article with CORRECT pronouns.The Lawn Tennis Association is condoning a breach of the Equalities Act 2010. Sports competitions where strength and stamina are important must be segratated by SEX (not the mythical "gender") in order to achieve FAIRNESS. Chuck this MAN out of the women and girls' category.

Una-Jane Winfield ● 48d20 Comments ● 41d

Found Budgie In Duke's meadows

My Kids brought home an injured budgie yesterday that they found near the splash oasis in Duke's meadows. He wasn't able to fly yesterday, but seems much better today. Please let me know in the replies if you recognise him. He is very friendly and is permanently perched on my shoulderhttps://photos.app.goo.gl/hoKrYbj5RPdmv52H9

Damian Evans ● 43d7 Comments ● 41d

drivers who break the speed limit or go through amber lights

Is it in any way acceptable for them to do so? Should they be prosecuted?

Andrew Jones ● 48d25 Comments ● 42d

cyclists who jump red lights

Is it in any way acceptable for them to do so? Should they be prosecuted?

david ward ● 48d62 Comments ● 43d

Brothers In Harmoney Together Again

What wonderful news that Noel and Liam Gallagher will soon be performing together again on stage. Let us hope that they will be writing some more beautifully haunting melodies for our pleasure.

Roger Talbot ● 53d35 Comments ● 43d

Lung health checks

If you're a smoker or former smoker aged 55-74 you may be eligible for this new programme.https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/lung-health-checks/I flag it up as a friend of mine was offered it recently. They found small tumours in one lung and she had keyhole surgery and needs no further treatment, which is pretty amazing.If you're in any danger of lung cancer, worth catching it really early!

Susan Kelly ● 43d0 Comments ● 43d

People in England driving more, cycling less …

https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/article/2024/aug/28/english-are-walking-record-distances-but-car-is-still-most-popular-form-of-transport“ However, people in England averaged just 47 miles by bike annually, a 17% drop from 2022, and just over half the distance recorded in 2020 when Covid restrictions created a cycling boom.”

Michael Good ● 52d98 Comments ● 43d

Investment in active travel.

As I understand it the idea is to encourage more cycling and walking.The cycling investment is clear for all to see in the form cycling infrastructure however I am puzzled where the much lauded investment in walking is being spent as I've seen no evidence of it anywhere.I am beginning to think the investment in "walking" is just a sob to make the idea easier to sell to Joe Public.Am I wrong or will I be showered with feedback pointing to schemes up and down the land?

Adrian Irving ● 51d42 Comments ● 43d

how to pronounce "chiswick mall"

do you pronounce it "mawl" (like shopping mall) or "mal" (like Pall Mall)?

Simon Pedley ● 45d30 Comments ● 43d

Buying the freehold

I have been offered the freehold of my property (converted house in 3 flats), there are 89 years left on the lease.  I have negotiated from £29 to £25k & checking a lease valuation site this seems to be correct.  Does anyone have advise having being through the process.  In particular how to purchase the freehold to enable selling each 3 flats separately with a share of the freehold.

Kaye Just ● 45d13 Comments ● 44d

Glebe Conservation At Last!

After years of community division stoked by sinister anonymous junk mailings funded by a local builder and full of scandalous misinformation,  Conservation Area status has been granted to the Glebe Estate. This is wonderful news for residents of the Glebe and Chiswick as a whole, whose heritage is part of our beating heart - the reason people flock to live and play here. Now Chiswick's history can be told in its fullest possible sense and the lives of ordinary working people of the past can rejoin those of the aristocrats of Chiswick House and aesthetes of Bedford Park to show how Chiswick really became the place it is today.Hooray!!!

Tracey Logan ● 45d4 Comments ● 44d

Cycleway 9 Brentford Completion video

For those of you on X here is a nice video from the Council to celebrate the official opening of the new stretch of Cycleway 9 from Watermans Park to Alexandra Road in Brentford. 
And check out the credit for the footage ☺️https://x.com/lbofhounslow/status/1829444000018829671?s=46

Paul Campbell ● 50d11 Comments ● 44d

Gibraltar tackles dog wee

Back from hols. Good idea from Gib (and along the Spanish coast), dog owners must carry squeezy bottle of water and white vinegar to splash over their dog’s pee.  No one uses full 250 ml!  Makes town much nicer.. ( law says In Gibraltar, dog owners are required to wash away their dog's urine in public places with at least 250 milliliters of water or another suitable liquid. Failure to do so is an offense that can result in a fine of £250. )

Liz Hagerty ● 48d3 Comments ● 45d

A316 speed limit

From 'nextdoor', courtesy of Sheila L:Just checking that everyone knows that the speed limit on the A316 between Richmond Circus and the London Road roundabout ((near Twickenham stadium) has recently been reduced from 40mph to 30mph.

Les Wilson ● 48d4 Comments ● 46d

Glebe Estate conservation area

Why the resistance to a conservation area? A conservation area does not prevent upgrading of properties for energy efficiency or internal changes or back garden changes (except some trees). It simply coordinates the look of public-facing facades, front walls and front windows (and, on the council's side, street furniture, signage, road markings and even kerb stones). Which is surely good for all the properties.  Does anyone really want streets where you see a turreted castle stuck in beside plate glass, beside clashing paint colours? It happens. And I don't think it's retrospective? So if you have a fence and neighbour has a front wall you don't get asked to change.

Liz Hagerty ● 48d5 Comments ● 47d

Impossible to log in to Hounslow/Taranto website to renew resident parking permit

Is anybody else finding it impossible to log in to the above website to renew parking permit?

Mairi Franses ● 51d4 Comments ● 47d

PHV access in Grove Park

Are private hire vehicles allowed to enter Grove Park via streets like Hartington Road and Staveley Road?

Mark Slocombe ● 48d6 Comments ● 47d

District Line tube closures

While I see that work on the Richmond branch of the District Line is necessary, dare one hope that, on the weekend of 14 and 15 September, when both that and the Ealing Broadway branch are shut down, the Piccadilly line might stop at Turnham Green (even just those to and from Rayner's Lane... which was once proposed as a permanent fixture)? It would make life SO much easier if they did!

Richard Evans ● 48d2 Comments ● 47d

Carer needed for old person

I have a friend in need of a carer for old parent. Full time carer going on leave so cover needed.   Days and hours negotiable.  Parent lives in the family home with working family.There was a post on the Forum a month or so ago by someone recommending a reliable career.  Unfortunately I cannot find it.Any recommendations would be appreciated.

Elizabeth Ross ● 47d0 Comments ● 47d

BREAKING NEWS

Sadly 2 people who were stabbed at carnival have lost there lives according to the met police No word about the troubles from our PM and a great day had by all over the 2 days by our mayor. No more gaslighting guys I have a hunch its the last carnival as we know it.

Julian Pavey ● 49d26 Comments ● 48d

Upcoming: No weekend trains to Kew/Richmond

Just to warn people that repairs to Kew Railway Bridge will mean that the line is closed most weekends in September and October. Affecting both overground and underground, of course.

Susan Kelly ● 48d0 Comments ● 48d

Camellias in Chiswick

Anyone growing camellias in their gardens? Have long admired those at Chiswick House, and in the gardens too. Note they ideally need acidic soil, but I suspect it’s alkaline clay round here and that said, they seem to do just fine outdoors in the gardens. I’ve mailed Chiswick House to see if they still sell them, fancy one for a bare spot in the front garden. Any tips or advice please?https://chiswickhouseandgardens.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/A4-Camellia-Trail-FINAL-2022.pdf

Russell Pearson ● 54d8 Comments ● 48d

Queens Head new management

Just been for roast at the Queen’s Head as it’s reopened under new management this week. There’s plenty for them still to do, but I have to say, the food was outstanding!! For somewhere that only opened 4 days ago, it was a really really pleasant surprise.It would be brilliant if this place was a success, so please visit and get behind the new team.

Lucy Halliwell ● 55d6 Comments ● 48d

The Hound

Colour change on the facade not an improvement.Slightly strange menuFood pretty good Wine list very expensive and the 2 wines I had were not great. Certainly not for the price.Staff very helpful and friendlyLack of cleaning in the toilets.As always in Chiswick when a new venue opens, they are busy. Hopefully it will survive after that initial rush subsides

david ward ● 48d1 Comments ● 48d

Why do Google Maps routes not use Great Chertsey Road?

Inbound they sometimes do, outbound not for a year or more if I recall correctly

Taylor Wescoatt ● 51d2 Comments ● 48d

Dings and scratches to a car

My (silver) can is beginning to show the signs of being driven round London for 10 years - scuffs, dings, scratches that kinda thing. Can anyone recommend somewhere that can tart up an old motor to a reasonable standard? Just needs to be good enough, as I hardly ever wash it, and so minor faults will just blend in. Thanks                              (not really a car person)

Davey Harris ● 54d4 Comments ● 48d

PHV access in Grove Park

Can private hire vehicles enter the  Grove Park no entry area to collect / drop passengers  eg via Hartington Rd, Staveley Rd ?

Mark Slocombe ● 48d0 Comments ● 48d

Councillor Biddolph in Two Stories

Reading the Chiswick Calendar newsletter today, I see that Councillor Biddolph has featured in TWO stories: one a 'smear' of a local businessman in a licensing app, and the other, turning down a request from the West London Queer Project to hold a street party post-market.  Does anyone have the inside track on her rationale for either or both objections? I can find nothing on the council website. many thanks!

Lynne Guyton ● 88d181 Comments ● 48d

Cheese Market Licence Renewal

You have until September 13th to make comments.https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/info/20071/licensing/1503/pending_street_trading_applications

Liz Cruickshank ● 51d25 Comments ● 48d

Tabard Theatre Before Nell etc Final Performance 31 August, go if you can

Excellent all round, brings meaning to all those history plays, Nell brought to life and a visceral retelling of the real Agincourt...

Anne Paterson ● 49d1 Comments ● 49d

Is there really no alternative to cutting Council Tax Support?

I appreciate these are challenging times for government budgets both nationally and locally and some hard decisions have to be made. However, is it really the case that the axe has to fall on Council Tax Support in Hounslow? This is a cut that could not possibly target those in greatest need most effectively.

Diane Brown ● 53d3 Comments ● 52d

Paralympics

Sad news that banned substances have come to the fore again.Two wheelchair athletes have tested positive for WD40.

Mark Frost ● 52d1 Comments ● 52d

Dukes Meadow Vandalism

I was very disappointed to see that three beautiful Silver Birch Trees that I helped plant last year have been been snapped in half. It is hard to think what is in the brain of the mindless idiots that have done this. Demoralising and makes wonder what is the point of putting the effort in.

Raymond Brittan ● 57d6 Comments ● 52d

Mum's Whole Food

Just came across a new opening at Kew Bridge - adjacent to Sainsburys at Kew Bridge - it is a Whole Food shop called Mum's and it has a big range of products, nicely priced in comparison to say Planet Organic and very well laid out and presented.After the butchers closing down it is a welcome newcomer to the area and worth a visit.

Anne Meagher ● 103d4 Comments ● 52d

Richmond

What on earth has happened to Richmond - went there this morning- the roads were at a complete standstill - no buses  or cars moving - for a very very long time - and they say this is to make breathing better !!!Oh yes !!!!  With all the cars and buses churning out gasses to the public - What on earth are they doing ? Just interested what you think ?

Helen Bamberger ● 53d12 Comments ● 52d

TfL apologize Hogarth Roundabout scheme

From TfLI’m writing in connection with our consultation on proposals for road safety improvements to Hogarth Roundabout. Since launching our consultation, we have identified an error in the following statement on our website. It statedBetween January 2022 and June 2023 there were 25 slight and five serious motorcyclist collisions at Hogarth Roundabout. This statement should have said:Between July 2020 and June 2023 there were 18 slight and three serious casualties to the people involved in collisions at Hogarth Roundabout. Of the collisions recorded, six involved motorcyclists, one of which was seriousWe would like to take this opportunity to apologise for this error. However, it should be noted that Hogarth roundabout is in the top 10 per cent of junctions in London in terms of road safety risk. It also remainsrisk. It also remains the case that there is an urgent need to address this risk with changes to the roundabout. We are extending the closing date for responses to the consultation by one weekto 12 September 2024. You can find out about the proposals and have your say by visiting https://haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/hogarth-roundabout

John Richard Todd ● 68d98 Comments ● 52d

Mixed recycling any time soon?

Anyone know when/if Hounslow will be getting mixed recycling any time soon?

Yasmeen Alzubaydi ● 71d15 Comments ● 52d

Floor sanding

I am looking for personal recommendations of floor sanding services.There used to be some listings on this site.

Chris Lucy ● 52d0 Comments ● 52d

Richmond Park London Duathlon cancelled amid safety fears over speeding cyclists

The Royal Parks charity has grown increasingly concerned about cyclists’ behaviour after an inquest in May into the death of Hilda Griffiths, 81, a retired teacher who was killed in Regent’s Park, north London, after being struck by a cyclist doing timed laps of the park in 2022.The “full duathlon” course consisted of a 20km run, 77km bike ride then another 10km run. But organisers have been told by park officials that the event cannot go ahead as planned on September 8.Announcing the cancellation, the organisers said: “There have been a number of unforeseen factors this year that have led to this difficult decision, particularly in relation to the operational complexity of producing a multi-sport event.“This includes an increased focus on the security and logistics of cycling events in public spaces which creates significant operational challenges. Our team has been working hard to explore all available options in recent weeks, but we have concluded that we can’t make the event work this year.”In a statement concerning the duathlon, the charity said: “A range of factors, including significant operational challenges, have meant that the London Duathlon will not be going ahead in Richmond Park this year. We will work closely with potential event organisers to determine the future of the event.”In June, two smaller club-organised time-trial events were cancelled over fears riders would break the park’s 20mph speed limit. At the time, the charity said it was “pausing” such events while it reviewed its position on such events.The Richmond Park Time Trials, organised by the London Dynamo cycling club and first held in 2009, provided the only opportunity for cyclists to race against the clock in one of the capital’s royal parks, according to road.cc, a bike news website.The organisers argued that the time trials “pose no harm to anyone” given their 6am start time, when there are few pedestrians and the park is closed to motor vehicles. They added that any alternative routes comprise “mostly busy roads and fast-moving cars”.Organisers of the duathlon said they do not know if the event will be able to go ahead next year.The inquest into Griffiths’s death heard that vehicular speed limits did not apply to bicycles and a police review found that “there were no criminal acts which would allow prosecution” for cyclists who exceed speed limits. Griffiths was killed by Brian Fitzgerald, a director at Credit Suisse, who was cycling at 29mph in the park at the time of the accident.The incident happened six years after the death of Kim Briggs, a 44-year-old mother of two who died a week after suffering “catastrophic” head injuries from being hit by a cyclist in east London in 2016. Charlie Alliston, 20, who was cycling at 18mph on a bike with no front brakes, was cleared by a jury of manslaughter, which would have carried a life sentence.He was found guilty of causing bodily harm by wanton and furious driving, a crime under the Offences Against the Person Act 1861. Had Alliston been driving a car at the time of the collision, he could have been prosecuted for causing death by dangerous driving and given a sentence of up to 14 years in prison.Griffiths’s inquest reignited calls to change the law so that causing death or serious injury by “dangerous, careless or inconsiderate cycling” is punishable at the same level as when the offences are committed by motorists.https://www.thetimes.com/uk/transport/article/london-duathlon-cancelled-after-series-of-fatal-bike-collisions-f9rqvhn2z

Michael Good ● 60d99 Comments ● 53d

How to ride Fulham to Brentford without traffic

Great little video from Jon Stone showing a route for cycling from Fulham to Brentford featuring all the excellent LTNs at the riverside in Fulham, Cycleway 9 from Hammersmith to Brentford with some interesting local history and a nod to the sense in removing car parking to make high streets more vibrant as he passes The Antiques Market in The Old Marketplace.  And wisely calling for Hounslow Council to install a bus gate on Wellesley Road.  Enjoy ☺️

Paul Campbell ● 59d43 Comments ● 54d

BSi Building redevelopment

Wondering if there is anyone with some knowledge about the BSi redevelopment plans and the lack of parking provision for some 400 apartments and some houses. I have been through the documents on offer, and there is little mention of parking provision for an already heavily saturated parking zone.

Caroline Barber ● 54d1 Comments ● 54d

Acton real ale festival

As the Great British Beer Festival has been cancelled this year, we have decided to take up the baton and create a mini version in Acton, with free entry and all welcome.In cooperation with our friends at Portobello Brewery, we have curated  a selection of more than 10 cask ales from a wide range of independent, provincial and micro breweries, with styles including mild, best bitter, porter, IPA, oatmeal stout, real cider and an exotic bohemian dark. Our friends at the Pint of Hops beer shop will be complementing these with a choice of international bottled beers.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 Saturday and Sunday, with V/VG options available.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 30th Aug: 3pm - 11pm. Saturday 31st Aug/Sunday 1st Sept: 12pm - 11pm. You will find us at 33-35 High Street, Acton, W3 6ND (look for the red door!) on the Uxbridge Road.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 around 6 minutes 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 ● 54d0 Comments ● 54d

Different government approach to LTNs etc

Just read this:https://www.thetimes.com/uk/transport/article/tory-clampdown-on-low-traffic-neighbourhoods-to-be-scrapped-5hps96vrc#:~:text=Ministers%20are%20to%20reverse%20Tory,zones%20and%20low%20traffic%20neighbourhoods.If you can't get past the firewall the first few paragraphs are:Tory clampdown on low traffic neighbourhoods to be scrappedLouise Haigh, the transport secretary, says local authorities that want more 20mph zones and LTNs will have her ‘absolute support’Ministers are to reverse Tory plans to clamp down on councils that want to create further 20mph speed limit zones and low traffic neighbourhoods.Louise Haigh, the transport secretary, said local authorities would have her “absolute support” to introduce the schemes in towns and cities. They have often prompted local opposition.She pledged to scrap plans by the previous government that would have restricted councils’ ability to introduce new 20mph zones and make it harder to bring in new low traffic neighbourhoods. She also accused the Conservatives of stoking “really horrific culture wars” with their clampdown on anti-motorist measures, saying that decisions were best taken locally.“They (councils) had the government actively working against them saying ‘no, you’re not allowed to roll out 20mph zones, no you’re not allowed to roll out LTNs’,” she told the Streets Ahead podcast.“Those kinds of decisions should absolutely be made at a local level by communities and not dictated to or stoked by the centre,” she said. “This government has ended all culture wars full stop, but there’s no way you’ll be hearing that from this department now.”The article goes on to say that decisions on these things should be made in the community, so I guess if you live in an LTN and want to get it scrapped, start a petition and get all those in the community to sign (or indeed vice-versa)

Andrew Jones ● 58d16 Comments ● 55d

Don't go outdoors this morning! Brits are given health alert about a gas cloud tipped to fill the sk

Not the most reliable of sources; can anyone confirm this:Brits have been warned to stay inside as a cloud of corrosive and acidic gas cloud, which can cause serious health problems, engulfs the UK in the early hours of this morning.Weather maps show a huge cloud of sulphur dioxide (SO2), spat out by the recent volcanic eruptions in Iceland, moving across to completely cover the country by 4am.SO2 is predominantly produced from the combustion of coal or crude oil but volcanoes also produce huge quantities of it when they erupt.Inhaling the gas can cause symptoms such as a sore throat, coughing, a runny nose, burning eyes, tight lungs and difficulties breathing.Direct exposure to SO2 is associated with asthma and chronic bronchitis, with the SO2 emitted from coal burning during the London smog in 1952 playing a key role in the thousands of respiratory-related deaths at the time.https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13777191/Dont-outdoors-morning-Homeowners-given-health-alert-gas-cloud-tipped-skies-UK.html

Les Wilson ● 55d9 Comments ● 55d

Electric Bike stolen on Turnham Green

Our electric bike was stolen from the bike racks by the zebra crossing near Turnham Green station. It had not been locked up for long and the family member using it was nearby in a shop. It was double locked up, via the bike itself and an external lock. The bike has been sawed away, and only one wheel remaining locked up. This was done in broad daylight, on a fairly busy street and there seems to have been no intervention from the public, so just be mindful if you own one to ensure the frame is as locked up as you can.

Lucy Duddy ● 68d6 Comments ● 55d

Swans at Strand on the Green

What’s the record for the number seen at one time?  I’ve just seen 43, strung out from the railway bridge to near the Bell & Crown.

Rupert Holderness ● 57d9 Comments ● 55d

Flood Warning

For Chiswick Mall, SotG and other parts of West/SW London today.

Claire Moran ● 56d3 Comments ● 56d

Cheap entry to Kew for those on benefits

With a fine Sunday and Bank Holiday coming up, I'd like to remind people in receipt of Universal Credit or Pension Credit that they can get into Kew Gardens for £1 at any time.

Susan Kelly ● 59d5 Comments ● 56d

Accommodation needed for young family - could provide elder care

Posting for a friend:  We are a young 30 something married couple with a 6 month old boy.  We lived in London for 2 years but had to go see my mother for 3 months to nurse her with cancer. We return Sept 10 and need a new flat or house share.  We are both non smoking teachers and quiet and tidy with references. Could live with other professionals or with older / elderly person who wants to add some friendship and support into their life.   We have done live in care for elderly with dementia in the past and would be happy to offer part time support services in exchange for rent or part rent reduction as well depending on care needed.   It can be for 3 months or longer. If you only have a short term that could fill a gap while we continue to look for a home.  In the past year we have lived with an elderly gentleman with dementia cooking his meals, providing stimulation and conversation, doing laundry etc and the family found having us around with the baby improved the gentleman’s memory and interaction with new stimulations.  Perhaps there is another family with an elderly parent who we could be mutually supportive to ?  References available. Thank you ☺️

Margie Frew ● 59d2 Comments ● 57d

Border force strikes

If your flying out of heathrow from the end of august onwards  border force are going on strike for 23 days of industrial action under work to rule. So expect big delays at times Oh yeh,LNER drivers announced 22 days of strike action from the start of September to early November. Is it winter already Dont think the two are pay related tho

Julian Pavey ● 64d85 Comments ● 57d

Chrome plating firm?

I am looking for a company to chrome plate a small item.I have found a firm in Birmingham but that would mean posting it there and back which I want to avoid as the object is irreplaceable.Does anyone know a firm within an hour's drive or near an Underground station?

Adrian Irving ● 59d5 Comments ● 58d