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600 Years of Roots and Rhythm: How a Medieval West London Barn is Bringing Bob Marley's Legacy to Life
For six centuries, the timber beams of the Harmondsworth Great Barn have stood in silent witness to the changing tides of British history, earning its reputation from Historic England as the cathedral of agriculture. Originally constructed in 1426, this Grade I-listed architectural masterpiece in West London is now preparing for a collision of eras that its medieval builders could scarcely have imagined. On Saturday, 15th August 2026, the historic grounds surrounding the barn
Teddy bears take centre stage at Southlands' family picnic
Double the fun at Southlands' family picnic in West Drayton! Families Enjoyed a day of teddy bears, live music, and creativity in West Drayton!
CHIP SHOP INFERNO: BLAZE RIPS THROUGH HILLINGDON TAKEAWAY LEAVING TWO IN HOSPITAL
Six fire engines and 40 firefighters rushed to Ryefield Avenue in Uxbridge after a major blaze destroyed part of the popular Stobys fish and chip shop, leaving a man and a child in hospital.
Teddy bears take centre stage at Southlands' family picnic
Double the fun at Southlands' family picnic in West Drayton! Families Enjoyed a day of teddy bears, live music, and creativity in West Drayton!
Jigyasa Singh
Jul 221 min read
CHIP SHOP INFERNO: BLAZE RIPS THROUGH HILLINGDON TAKEAWAY LEAVING TWO IN HOSPITAL
Six fire engines and 40 firefighters rushed to Ryefield Avenue in Uxbridge after a major blaze destroyed part of the popular Stobys fish and chip shop, leaving a man and a child in hospital.
James Carson
Jul 212 min read
Central Government Issues Best Value Notice to Hillingdon Council Following Operational Review
Hillingdon Council has been issued a formal, non-statutory Best Value Notice by the central government following an operational review of its financial resilience and governance structures. Here is a breakdown of the new monitoring framework and the local response.
James Carson
Jul 193 min read
New Heights CIC Launches Christmas Appeal to Open Care Home for Children Other Homes Turn Away
New Heights CIC is launching a Christmas appeal to open a specialist children’s care home in the UK for young people aged 10–17 who are often turned away elsewhere. With in-house therapy, life skills and education support, the not-for-profit service will offer safety, stability and hope. Donations will help open the home’s doors.
James Carson
Apr 104 min read
West Drayton Couple Fined for 'Wasteful' Planning Breach and Disruptive Activities
Kulwant and Gurpreet Malhi were fined after their West Drayton property became a site for commercial waste storage, breaching planning regul
James Carson
Apr 103 min read
NEW HILLINGDON MEDIA TRUST IS EMPOWERING COMMUNITY
The newly launched Hillingdon Vision Media Trust (HVMT) is redefining what community media can mean — using creative arts not just to teach, but to connect people, rebuild trust, and inspire change.
Adam Siaka
Oct 22, 20252 min read
TK Maxx Opens New Store in Uxbridge, Offering Discounted Designer Brands to Shoppers
TK Maxx has opened a new store in Uxbridge, bringing discounted designer brands closer to shoppers. The new location offers unbeatable deals
James Carson
Feb 24, 20251 min read
EuroMillions Player in Hayes Claims £66,244 Prize
A lucky EuroMillions player in Hayes has claimed a £66,244 prize! Find out more about the winner and their exciting moment of success. Read
James Carson
Feb 24, 20252 min read
Hillingdon newspaper shortlisted for prestigious awards
In a major milestone for local newspaper, The Hillingdon Herald has been shortlisted for the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) Award
James Carson
Oct 2, 20242 min read
Local film company releases grief-centric feature ALBA ROSA in UK cinemas
Nicola Wright shows huge range with a stunning performance in drama Alba Rosa produced by Verve Bee Media . The film takes us through the five stages of grief and with a simple concept of following widower 'Grace' (Wright) and her son 'Adam' ( Charlie Clee ). Wright carries the whole film, complimented by a beautiful original music score. She has a large body of horror work including Winnie the Pooh blood and honey horrors and Paramount Plus' Sexy Beast . Appearing in a
James Carson
May 8, 20241 min read
Behind the Scenes: Filming and Photographing a Book Launch at Brunel University
Today, our team had the exciting opportunity to capture the essence of a book launch event at Brunel University. From candid moments to heartfelt interactions, we embarked on a journey to document this special occasion through both video and photography. Join us as we take you behind the scenes of our day at Brunel University, where words came to life and where stories were told and knowledge shared.. Setting the Stage: Author - Atif Kamran was launching his new book As we ar
James Carson
May 5, 20242 min read
ORDERING TAKEAWAY? YOU MIGHT WANT TO CHECK THE FOOD STANDARD RATING. | HILLINGDON BUSINESSES RECIEVE NEW RATINGS, NOT ALL OF THEM GOOD
The latest food hygiene ratings have recently been unveiled, shedding light on the sanitation standards of six establishments in Hillingdon. According to the Food Standards Agency's official website, these ratings encompass a variety of eateries, ranging from restaurants and cafes to canteens. Let's delve into the detailed breakdown of the ratings for each category, starting with the restaurants, cafes, and canteens: Pisces Fish Restaurant at 168 Field End Road, Ruislip (Rate
James Carson
Mar 7, 20242 min read
Navigating Support Services for Disabled Individuals in Hillingdon (including list of services)
The Hillingdon Borough is dedicated to providing comprehensive support and resources for disabled individuals, aiming to ensure their well-being, inclusion, and empowerment within the community. With a strong commitment to accessibility and a wide range of initiatives, Hillingdon offers various forms of assistance tailored to the unique needs of its disabled residents. This article highlights the support available to disabled individuals in the Hillingdon Borough. 1. Accessib
James Carson
Aug 20, 20233 min read
ACCESS NEWS - LOCAL BUSINESS REVIEW FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF A PERSON WITH A DISABILITY
Greetings everyone! My name is Lizzie. I am a retired RN, Primary School teacher and Lay Magistrate aged 69 and a Resident of Uxbridge for the past 29 years. 3 years ago after 5 years of worsening health, in order to maintain my independence, I had to start using a Mobility Boot Scooter. The Disability Discrimination Act was made law in 1995 and replaced by the Equality Act of 2010. I quickly discovered that some shop owners and other establishments have not followed the la
James Carson
Aug 20, 20233 min read
Wendy's apologises to schoolgirls for "grave error"
Wendy's Uxbridge restaurant has corrected a "grave error" with the sign at its Uxbridge branch after a glaring grammatical error was pointed out by 2 local schoolgirls. Nepheli, a pupil at Hayes Park School, wrote to the restaurant after she noticed the apostrophe in Wendy's was missing. Nepheli wrote to company bosses to inform them of their "grave error", showing reporters her letter to the store: "As part of our English lessons, we were asked to look out for any punctuatio
James Carson
Aug 1, 20232 min read
TEA ROOM CLOSURE LEAVES A BAD TASTE IN THE COMMUNITY'S MOUTHS
Several Autistic Hillingdon residents are set to lose their jobs as Hillingdon Council cuts funding to ‘lifeline café. ”, A CAFE staffed by Disabled residents and those with autism has been forced to close, after recent funding cuts were announced by the local council. The HACS Rural activities Centre Tea Rooms which has been operating on the site since 2014 is forecast closed on the 25th of March meaning a number of people supported by the organisation will lose their jobs.
James Carson
Mar 25, 20233 min read
Co-op makes a statement to Russia as it removes Russian Standard Vodka from shelves
Co-op Supermarket , a brand well known across Hillingdon has removed a Russian brand from its shelves As a sign of solidarity with Ukraine
James Carson
Mar 3, 20221 min read
Innovative Food Tech Platform Launches in Hillingdon
Cook My Grub seeks amateur and professional cooking enthusiasts in Hillingdon.
James Carson
Nov 17, 20211 min read
Heathrow Crowned the World’s Second most Polluting Airport
Heathrow Airport’s attempts to paint themselves as environmentally friendly have taken a massive setback.
James Carson
Oct 2, 20212 min read
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