Herbs X Spices Cafe Now Open
We’re excited to share some delicious news –the latest addition to the Church Street Triangle is Herbs X Spices, a new Caribbean cafe!
Run by Church Street residents and mother and son Detoun and Dami, the cafe will serve a menu inspired by authentic Caribbean cooking, including classics such as jollof rice, jerk chicken and peppered steak as well as a range of smoothies and ice creams.
The cafe is proud to offer halal and vegan options, so there’s something for all to enjoy. Come eat, connect, and celebrate community at Herbs X Spices cafe!
Whether you’re familiar with Caribbean cuisine or keen to try something new, the cafe aims to be a relaxed and inclusive space for everyone.
We encourage everyone to come along to support this exciting new local business on Church Street.
Site B & C C-design Stage 2 Is Underway
The next Phase of Site B and C co- now underway with our first workshop taking place on Wednesday 29 April.
The first workshop in this phase of the co-design process recapped on what we heard during Stage One, how the design has evolved so far, and discussed the key priorities for the next stage. This was an opportunity to reflect together and help set the direction for the design journey ahead.
For Stage Two co-design there will be six workshops each focusing on a different theme.
This includes:
- Design vision and identity
- Transport and communal space
- Landscaping and public realm
- Sustainability
We have also held a series of community conversations with youth groups, schools and community organisations. Since the end of Stage One co-design last November, we continued our engagement with residents holding two site visits, one at Daventry House/Fisherton Street, the other at Dickens Yard in Ealing.
We also held pop up stalls to give everyone a chance to see what we have been working on and to give residents a chance to give their feedback.
To find out more about Site B and C co-design, you can visit our website at: Site B & C
Thames Water Works
Thames water will be carrying out works which will affect surrounding streets around Church Street. The works are as follows:
First phase works commenced on the 18 May from the corner of Salisbury Street and Broadley Street to the corner of Mulready Street. This phase will be completed on 8 June.
Second phase will start immediately after and run from the corner of Salisbury Street and Church Street to same corner of Mulready as above. This phase will be complete on 23 June.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Thames Water 24 hour emergency number on 0800 316 9800 or just speak to one of the on-site mangers.
Name The digger
We’re excited to announce and invite local school children to take part in our ‘Name the Digger’ competition for Church Street Site A.
Our new digger is already at work, but it needs a name and we need your help! We’re asking local pupils to come up with a fun, creative, and original name for the digger.
How to Take Part
- Think of a name for the digger
- Write it down (drawings welcome too)
- Submit your entry by email to [email protected]
- Deadline for submission is Friday 5 June
We can’t wait to see the ideas you come up with. Get thinking, get creative, and help us name our digger.
Church Street Employment Drop In Sessions at Alfie's Rooftop Cafe
Join us for our monthly drop-in employability sessions, held 10am to 12pm on the last Thursday of each month.
Upcoming dates:
- 28 May
- 25 June
- 30 July
If you live in Westminster and would like support with employment, job searching, training, or career advice, come along and receive specialist advice and support.
Enjoy free tea, coffee, and cake while having an informal chat and discussion about your goals and the support available.
Venue: Alfie’s Rooftop Café, Top Floor, Alfie’s Antique Market, 13-25 Church Street, London NW8 8ET
You can book your session here:
For more information or to confirm your attendance, please contact:
Sarah Andrews on 07951 430196 or email [email protected]
Mosaic One Stop Service
Since Mosaic launched their one stop service at the Triangle Studios, they have helped local residents access services providing a vital service in the community.
One resident has described how Mosaic has helped them.
“Since coming to Mosaic’s One Stop service, I have managed to solve many of my problems. I had many letters I did not understand, and I was not coping with reading them, this was affecting me and making me depressed. The friendly lady at the one stop service took time
to read through my papers, explain them and signpost to other organisations to receive help. I am happy now that I have somewhere to go when I need to. It is such a weight off my shoulders. This has helped improve my mental health as I no longer feel alone.”
Mosaic One Stop is funded by Mount Anvil, Church Street Regeneration Site A development partner.
Thank you Reverend Clare
Church Street Regeneration team would like to thank Rev Clare Dowding for your dedication and leadership as Reverend at St Paul’s in Marylebone and Chair of the Church Street Residents Community Group.
Your time, commitment, and passion have made a real difference, and your work has helped bring residents together and give our community a stronger voice.
On behalf of everyone, thank you for everything you’ve done. We wish you all the very best for the future.
Grand Union Team Celebrate Earth Day on Church Street
A huge thank you to Zoe and the Grand Union team for their support to the Church Street community for Earth Day in April.
In collaboration with the Paddington Union Partnership, they organised a day of litter picking and flower bulb planting. Their efforts and enthusiasm have made a real difference, and we’re looking forward to continue this partnership and work together on more community focused activities.
PPCR
Visit PPCR at one of their drop-in Sessions from 3pm to 6pm on 11 and 25 June at 35–37 Church Street.
Contact: 0800 317 066 or 020 7407 7452
Email: [email protected]
If you have any questions about Church Street Regeneration or require any advice or support, please get in touch.
