Q: What are some other attractions in West London? A: Other notable attractions in West London include the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, the Saatchi Gallery, Fulham Palace, and the Chelsea Physic Garden. As you’ll have almost certainly deduced from its name, it’s the place to be if you’re interested in London canals. It’s the junction of the Grand Union and Regent’s Canals, and a pleasant spot to while away an hour or two. Richmond Park is beloved by Londoners and the nearby commuter belt. It was one of the final things to see in London on my list, and I finally accomplished the feat while living nearby in West London. Like other areas of the capital, West London grew rapidly in the Victorian era as a result of railway-based commuting; with the building of the termini at Paddington and Marylebone, and the lines radiating from them, having a particularly profound effect. This trend continued in the twentieth century and was subsequently reinforced by motorcar-based commuting.

Where your friends (and family members, if they’re in London) live is equally important. Traveling from one part of the city to another can take a long time. Dippy’ is currently on tour around the UK, and has been replaced by ‘Bluey’, a skeleton of a blue whale. This creature is magnificent, no less imposing that the great dinosaur he replaced. City district: the business district of London and Europe, the City is the 3rd largest financial centre in the world. Formerly a Roman city, the City is today the geographical centre of London where the Tower of London is located.Paddington head district: Paddington, Bayswater, Hyde Park, Westbourne Green, Little Venice (part), Notting Hill (part) Ealing district: Ealing, South Ealing, Ealing Common, North Ealing, Northfields, (south and east), Pitshanger, Hanger Lane The W (Western) postcode area was introduced in 1857 [14] to facilitate the distribution of mail. The postcode area is a sub-set of West London.

The West End has some of the longest-running shows in the world. The top five longest-running West End musicals and plays which you can still see today are: The South Bank boroughs: badly damaged during the Second World War, the London Eye is located here. Nature lovers will delight in a visit to Richmond Park, one of London’s largest and most beautiful royal parks. Spanning over 2,500 acres, this expansive park is home to herds of deer, ancient oak trees, and picturesque landscapes. Explore the numerous walking and cycling paths, or simply find a quiet spot to relax and soak in the serene surroundings. Don’t forget to visit the famous Isabella Plantation, a captivating woodland garden bursting with color and fragrance. The Western district [3] consists of the single original W1 postal district. [4] The area that it covers is high-density and so has been subdivided into a number of smaller postcode districts. When districts are used for purposes other than the sorting of mail, such as use as a geographic reference and on street signs, the W1 subdivisions continue to be classed as one 'district'. In June 2000, there was a recoding of the area, with the W1M, W1N, W1P, W1R, W1V, W1X and W1Y districts being replaced. [5] Best Things to do in West London Spend A Day At Kew Gardens The extraordinary Palm House at Kew Gardens Magnificent Kew Palace

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The boroughs of Holborn and Inns of Court: boroughs where journalists and lawyers are concentrated. Greenwich district: with its Victorian and Georgian monuments, the architecture of this district is magnificent.

They’ll let you see the high streets, side streets, and secret corners of west London, and they’ll help you get to know the neighborhoods and their unique personalities.Cons of living in Chelsea include high housing prices and the fact that certain parts of the neighborhood are farther from the tube and Overground than some people would like. The Paddington district [3] has 13 postcode districts (W2–14). [4] Other than W2, the districts are arranged alphabetically, run from W3 (Acton) to W14 (West Kensington) and radiate westwards. The Paddington Head District Sorting Office was the western terminus of the London Post Office Railway, which ran 6.5 miles (10.5km) to the Eastern District Office, at Whitechapel.

In the mid 17th century Henry Jermyn, was instrumental in developing the St James's and Mayfair districts of Westminster. These districts provided a fashionable new focus for western London, that came to be known as the West End. Jermyn would become known as the Father of the West End. [8] The term "West London" has been used for a variety of formal purposes with the boundaries defined according to the purposes of the designation. Right by South Kensington, Earls Court is another of the best west London areas. It often gets overlooked in favor of its neighbor, but this neighborhood is worth exploring in its own right. If you want to test out the area, you can book a hotel in Kensington here. My favorite is The Baglioni. I’ve stayed here before, and I love the great decor, fun bar, and views over Hyde Park. Q: How can I travel around West London? A: West London is well-connected by public transportation, including the London Underground (Tube), buses, and Overground trains. You can also explore the area on foot or rent a bicycle to enjoy the scenic routes and parks.It spans the Thames between Chelsea and Battersea, and it’s a splendid white suspension, cable and beam bridge by day, turned into a twinkling beauty by night as it’s illuminated by thousands of tiny bulbs. The main con of living in Earls Court is the less exciting high street than some other places in the UK capital. The term is used to differentiate the area from the other parts of London: Central London, North London, East London and South London. [1] West London was part of the historic county of Middlesex.