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New Kitchen & Bar Opposite North Acton Station

There's a new kitchen & bar named 'Saucy', getting ready to open below UAL halls and next to Costa Coffee, in what used to be 'The Costume Store'. Looks like 2 floors of dining space.It's nice to see the area livening up again.

Naweed Shams ● 3205d4 Comments ● 3202d

Crossrail Programme – Notification of upcoming works at Acton Main Line Station

Works planned from 24 December to 2 January. From Sunday 24 December until Tuesday 28 December, there will be no trains between Paddington and Slough, as well as other changes along the network. From 28 December onwards, there will be a reduced service in operation and no trains will stop at Acton Main Line station until 2 January. A full list of the works planned (and likely noise levels) at Acton Main Line can be found here: http://74f85f59f39b887b696f-ab656259048fb93837ecc0ecbcf0c557.r23.cf3.rackcdn.com/assets/library/document/a/original/acton_xmas17.pdf

Vlod Barchuk ● 3202d0 Comments ● 3202d

Goldsmiths Arms

Just read on Facebook that the Goldsmiths Arms is to close for good on September 24. Been a while since I was last in there, but always remember popping in after QPR games with my dad and having a drink and packet of McCoys in the beer garden back when the pub was owned by Chef & Brewer!

James Vertigan ● 3307d20 Comments ● 3203d

Why is Everyone Active against the disabled and unconnected?

The gym in the old town hall used to have an app by which members could book classes for themselves and for other members, if they couldn't for themselves.So I could book for my elderly mum for the one class she really enjoys.Now they have changed it so you have to have an email address to be able to book and you can't switch between accounts without this.This discriminates significantly against those with no email address either because they are old, disabled or have none for another reason - many refugees for instance don't have email addresses.I would have thought that a company running a council facility would be advised not to discriminate against the old, disabled and vulnerable in this way.I have taken this up with the most senior manager available who says, as do the desk staff, that they have no idea why Everyone Active now has this policy, but there is nothing they can do about it.I wonder what the council's view is. .

Sara Nathan ● 3205d4 Comments ● 3203d

Tiler Recommendations

sorry the heading of my last post should have read 'tiler recommendations and not 'toilet'.  The horrors of predictive texting after a very long day!!

Danielle Fox ● 3203d0 Comments ● 3203d

Moving back to Acton

I moved out around 8 years ago . I did come back a few weeks back to check out Churchfield Rd & Poets Corner where I once lived. Quite a few changes - for the better! I am looking to buy in the area around Leythe Road or Poets Corner. Just wondered what the good folk of W3 think is good about the area and anything that has changed for the worse. Also what’s happening to the site of the dreadful Oaks shopping centre ? Can’t believe the dreadful empty building at the end of the high street is still empty albeit disguised by a huge panel - some things never change !

Marek Mika ● 3221d19 Comments ● 3203d

Toilet recommendations

Looking for a good, reliable, reasonable tiler.  Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated

Danielle Fox ● 3204d0 Comments ● 3204d

New zones and residents parking

All, I got the letter saying I am now all day parking (not great news but that's another issue).My permit was due for renewal and I did that online at the start of the week and it looks like I've been charges for K1 still and the Ealing website doesn't appear to be updated.So what I'm not sure of is if they simply haven't updated their records or if I'm only supposed to be charged £53 as I renewed prior to year end? It's also saying K1 on the Ringo app.Anyone had similar issues before I go through the torture of having to phone the council on Monday?Regards, Carl  .

Carl Tamboli ● 3204d2 Comments ● 3204d

response from Ealing Council re Churchfield Road

First of two responses.Dear Apologise for the delay in responding. AS for Churchfield Road, while there is a net loss of three bays, the existing combined permit parking/pay and display bays are being replaced with exclusive pay and display bays.  This should free up parking previously used by permit holders for patrons of the adjacent shops.  This was in response to feedback from business owners who wanted the parking to be short stay only, as vehicles with permits, including large vans, are frequently left in these spaces for extended periods of time, preventing customers from parking there. This has been discussed in meetings and generally agreed that this change would help to support local businesses, one of the main objectives of the high street improvement scheme. The public consultation was carried out early this year. The majority of the public were in the favour of the scheme to improve the public realm (91% in favour) and in particular the parking changes (81% were in favour.) with 75% in favour of having the parking bays flush with the footway The changes to the adjacent CPZ are not part of this scheme but were undertaken as a separate review.  This review will result in the K2 CPZ zone being amalgamated with K zone, effectively increasing the enforceable hours from one hour in the morning and one hour in the evening to all day.  This was supported by the majority of the respondents in the K2 area. No pay and display or stop and shop bays are being changed as a result of this scheme. There have been a few on-site issues relating to the placement of the new street trees due to the underground services.  These sorts of issues are not uncommon on highway schemes as sometimes the location of underground services deviate from plans provided by the statutory authority.  We are working with the architect who designed the scheme to properly site the trees. Please note that we will be enhancing the area with additional trees. The scheme is mainly funded by Government Office for London grant and the grant is only available this financial year thus the reason to complete by March. We appreciate that works can be disruptive and apologise for any inconvenience cause while they are on-going.  We are confident however that the short term disruption will be far outweighed by the long-term benefits of the scheme that should make the area an even more inviting place to shop. Regards

Maire Lowe ● 3205d5 Comments ● 3204d

Goldsmiths Arms the next step

Obtaining recognition for the Goldsmiths Arms as an Asset of Community Value was only the first step.  We now need to show the council and the developers the strength of feeling and the number of residents who want to preserve this iconic and historic building as a community facility and pub.We are asking residents to sign and share the online petition https://you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/keep-the-goldsmiths-arms-a-pubIf you are a local business or resident who is able to collect paper signatures please get in touch My email address is jackie@ignitingminds.org.ukWe also have a Facebook group for you to join to receive and share information 'Keep the Goldsmiths Arms a pub'I believe that a community working together can achieve anything

Jacqueline Davis ● 3204d2 Comments ● 3204d

NatWest closure

We used to have 2 branches of Natwest in the High Street - we're now going to lose the remaining one. And it isn't as though it's under-used - the queue is often out to the door. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-42192760V.irritating. Have to go to Ealing now (they're closing Shepherds Bush as well...)

Lorna Dodd ● 3205d8 Comments ● 3205d

North Acton Station Square

Anyone know what is happening in North Acton opposite the tube station? The petrol station that was there was pulled down months ago. I thought that Ealing council was building a new entrance to the tube station?

Juliet Cole ● 4109d40 Comments ● 3205d

Cleaner recommendation

Can any one personally recommend a cleaner for a family house who can work Fridays, please? We are in West Acton.

Diane Doyle ● 3206d0 Comments ● 3206d

Missing cat - Grafton Road

Our cat went missing from Grafton Road late on Friday (03/11). She was spotted today (09/11) on Goldsmith Avenue but unfortunately ran away before anyone could get to her. We believe she is still in this area. Below I have attached a photo of her missing poster. If anyone spots her please contact me on 07543562966. Thank you.https://ibb.co/bySWQw

Justin Davies ● 3227d2 Comments ● 3207d

Churchfield Rd late opening November 30th

CANForum and the traders on Churchfield Rd have joined together and organised a late night opening on November 30th. Nibbles,gifts and sips will be available for you to enjoy and buy. Let's support our local shops, community and each other.If there are any local crafters who would like to be involved please get in touch through the CANF site.

Jan Farlow ● 3233d9 Comments ● 3207d

Churchfield road Xmas market 2018!!!

Walking around Hyde Park Winter Wonderland today I had a thought. With the widening of the pavement down Churchfield Road how cool would it be if this extra space was used for a weekly market- or at the very least an xmas market where local businesses could promote and sell their goods and bring the community together. e.g, the butchers could have a stand outside and cook up and sell some sausages, the wine shop could sell hot Gluwine, Otto could sell xmas decorations/toys....the street could be decorated...I think you get the general idea. Maybe just wishful thinking but would be a lovely way to promote local businesses, bring more custom to the area, build on a strong sense of community and make the most of a huge pointlessly widened pavement which will eventually run the length of the road.  Thoughts?!

Lee Harding ● 3210d1 Comments ● 3208d

DID SOMEONE SEE AGGRESSIVE MAN AND BLEEDING GIRL IN CUMBERLAND ROAD TODAY?

Aggressive man with a bag in his hands , with a girl, both probably from India for the color of their skin, she was bleeding, ans crying he was screaming i didnt have time to get out to ask her if she was fine and they jumped on a blue car,a touran probably. It was 12.15 today in cumberland road, ive seen them through the window of number 2,where i work.

Noemi Nocchi ● 3209d0 Comments ● 3209d

Hedge cutting

Can anyone recomend someone who who could do some hedge cutting for us? We are looking to lower the height of a couple of hedges, and would need to take cuttings away?

Chris Green ● 3211d1 Comments ● 3210d

Churchfield food store

Walked down churchfield road earlier and noticed a new shop called churchfield food store- looks quite fancy- anyone know much about this? Is it a whole foods style shop?

Lee Harding ● 3239d19 Comments ● 3211d

Street Lighting

My husband and I are unhappy to hear that Ealing Council have decided to dim the street lights after 10 pm as they think it will save money. This is surely a false economy. We were given the impression that the LED lighing would save money which was why they were introduced in the first place!Her are a few points to consuder before making any decision.Winter evenings especially are much darker since the LED lights were introduced.The LED lighting does not provide sufficient light to make one feel safe as they will be too dim to see properly when they are reduced after 10 pm.Streets are only swept once in every 6 weeks and we end up with piles of leaves which are slippery after rain. This could cause accidents!In winter when there is frost on the ground, walking in darkened streets will create a hazard.Walking through discarded rubbish is also a factor to consider. Bicycles attached to street furniture could cause people to trip.Crossing roads after 10 pm will be even more hazardous for residents, motorists may not be aware of people especially if they ars wearing dark clothing until it is too late.Dimmed lighting will be considered a godsend to ciminals, nice dark areas to conceal their activities. We have had recent reports of burglars in this area so hearing the strert lighting will be reduced even further is a great worry to residents.Please don't be penny wise and pound foolish, the lives of residents must be foremost in your minds. Do reconsider before making rash decisions. 

Jean F Fernandez ● 3212d2 Comments ● 3211d