Category: Earl’s Court

West Kensington to Earl’s Court walk

After West Kensington station, cross the main road and take the first left. Glendwr Gardens The air raids that took place on the night of 20 February 1944, had a devastating impact on the Gunter Estate in West Kensington. Recognising the significant loss of life caused by the bombings, the Gunter Estate took a poignant …

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The Great Wheel

Hungarian impresario Imre Kiralfy arranged for the installation of a giant Ferris wheel, inspired by one at the 1893 Chicago Exhibition.

Courtfield Gardens, SW5

Courtfield Gardens is named after the field beneath it, cultivated until the 19th century.

Kenway Road, SW5

Kenway Road was, after 1803, called North Row.