Church Street Crafty Christmas Fair
Our annual Christmas Fair and Lights switch on is back with more Christmas crafting and festive entertainment! Join us on the Triangle to kick off the Christmas season in Church Street.
Enjoy local food and drinks, festive craft stalls as well as henna and face painting for all the family to enjoy.
We also have live musical performances from Smoking Mirrors and Alvar Treefrogs.
Date: Sunday 30 November
Time: 2pm to 5pm. Lights switch on at 4.30pm with the Lord Mayor
Location: Church Streeton the Triangle (on the corner of Salisbury Street)
We look forward to seeing you there.
Site A Demolition Approaches The Finish Line
The demolition of Site A is nearly finished.
Some works remain to be done and below are the works that Keltbray, the demolition contractor, is due to carry out over the next two months. Once the demolition is completed in the New Year, Mount Anvil
will then take over the site and begin construction.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the demolition works listed below, please contact Caroline Hudson at [email protected] or call 07710 708 341.
To find out more about site Am click here: Site A
Site B & C Co-design Update
In 2022, Westminster City Council pledged to work with the community to co-design the previous plans for Sites B and C. From February to May 2025, we listened as over 850 residents shared their views on the previous designs through Church Street Check-in. After reviewing feedback from the Church Street Check-in, an alternative option for Sites B and C is being developed. The co-design work has kept a similar number of homes, commercial spaces, retains a community area and market storage with van parking as was approved in the previous Outline Planning Permission.
Since September we have held eight public workshops, met with more than 20 local traders and businesses, run sessions with young people and visited several local groups.
Over 200 attendances from individuals across a wide age range, including repeat participation. As a result of the partnership work with the Church Street community, we’ve collectively made improvements to the plans for Sites B and C. A big thank you to everyone who has participated.
Visit the website Site B & C for more detailed information.
We are asking the wider Church Street community to let us know if the Codesign process is moving us in the right direction. You can do this now by going to Co-design brief
You can also come and see us at The Regeneration Space (56 Church Street) to have your say or come and see us at the Church Street Crafty Christmas Fair.
For every 50 completed surveys, there will be one entry into a prize draw for an eligible winner, with a £50 Love2Shop voucher.
Church Street Visits Ebury Regeneration Project
Earlier this month, a group of Church Street residents took a trip to the Ebury regeneration project to tour the building and meet those who have moved into their new homes.
It was a fantastic chance for Church Street residents to hear real stories, ask questions, and get a feel for what the moving process is like. Residents in Church Street have either been part of a regeneration project in their area or are looking forward to future developments of new homes.
A huge thank you to Mary and Viviane for their support with the regeneration team in showing residents around! Viviane said:
“It was lovely to show other residents our home at Ebury. I’m very satisfied with the move and my daughter and I have been positively impressed with the quality of our flat. We love that we see Anna (from estate management) and the team on site, always on hand to help residents when in need.”
Celebrating Black History Month with PDT
We are pleased to share highlights from our recent Church Street Lunch and Learn session, held in celebration of Black History Month at Lilestone Community Hub on Thursday, 23 October. The Community
Health and Well-Being Workers (CHWW) and Community Champions were delighted to welcome over 100 attendees from across the community, making this event truly special.
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed. We were honoured to host Cancer Black Care, whose informative and empowering discussion on prostate cancer awareness focused on prevention, early detection, and self-advocacy.
Participants also enjoyed a shared community meal, fostering connection and togetherness. We welcomed a Climate Champion, who organised a successful baby and children’s equipment giveaway and swap shop, promoting sustainability and supporting local families through resource sharing.
Here’s what one attendee shared: “It was inspiring to learn together, meet new people, and feel truly supported by our community.”
We extend our gratitude to the Community Hubs Team and the Regeneration Team from Westminster City Council for their ongoing support.
For more information regarding the Community Health and Well-Being Project, please contact:
Emma Sweeney on [email protected]
Penfold Hub Christmas Carols at Royal Albert Hall
Christmas isn’t complete without carols at the Royal Albert Hall. Join us for a magical performance featuring a mix of traditional and modern festive favourites. With an orchestra, choir, presenter, soloist, and plenty of singalong moments, it’s the ultimate way to celebrate the season.
Monday 22 December, from 3pm at Royal Albert Hall. Tickets £5, available from the Penfold Hub.
Booking opens 24 November.
King Solomon Academy Winter Fair
King Solomon Academy is having its Winter Fair on Friday 5 December from 3.20pm to 5.30pm. 50p entrance fee.
Westminster Cargo Bike Hire
Try out your new community cargo bike, located at the junction of Church Street and Salisbury Street.
Our Bike is a new service, offering residents and businesses an affordable and additional transport option for local journeys. You can carry one adult passenger or two children or up to 100kgs of cargo. Hire for £5 an hour.
This new Our Bike cargo bike share scheme is supported by the council and the Zero Emissions Network. It is powered and hosted by Westminster Wheels who will ensure the batteries are topped up, so it’s ready to go when you need it.
To use, simply download the app at:
Our Bike and follow the instructions.
PPCR
Visit us at our Drop-in Sessions 3pm to 6pm, 11 December at 35–37 Church Street.
Contact us:
0800 317 066 or
020 7407 7452
Email:
[email protected]
If you have any questions about the regeneration or require any advice or support please get in touch.
