The name “Greenford” was first documented in 848 as “Grenan Forda” and literally meant a place where the river Brent was crossed. In the medieval period there may have been…
Heavy rain failed to put off visitors to one of west London’s loveliest secrets. The bluebells of Perivale Wood hold an irresistible charm for those aware of what is hidden…
It is significant that the can is covered by a paper bag. “Controlled drinking zones” have been introduced in parts of the London Borough of Ealing to discourage the abuse of…
Operation Wellfound happened because Howard Measham offered a bed for the night to the friend of a friend. A conversation over breakfast led to the founding of a charity that works to provide clean water…
I have seen hardly any of these signs, indicating how residents will vote in the forthcoming election. Away from the media it is hard to tell that anything of that…
Greenford Underground Station was opened in 1947, the first station to have an escalator giving access to a platform above street level. Following the 1987 fire at King’s Cross Station…
I have always been intrigued by this shop which has remained empty for years, in fact I have no idea what sort of business “Gilbert” was. I love the stylish…
The English flag can be seen everywhere when the national football team is taking part in a tournament. In this case a flag with the cross of St. George is flown all year round in a back…
A Sunday parade to mark St. George’s Day which is tomorrow. A brass band led the Greenford and District Scouts Association from Edward Betham School in Oldfield Lane South, along part…
In recent years these flowers have begun to appear in gardens and in other places around the area. I can only guess that the seeds have been distributed by birds…
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