The festive season is upon us, and it was wonderful to see so many of you celebrating at the Chelsea Christmas Lights Switch-On earlier this month.
In this issue we welcome new arrivals to the neighbourhood and announce a new Community Grant programme in partnership with the Kensington + Chelsea Foundation, and share this year’s richly deserved winners of the Chelsea Awards.
We are also excited to welcome
The Gingerbread City to the King’s Road this Christmas
Neighbourhood News
The Gingerbread City arrives Page 2
Community News
The Chelsea Awards –Winners Page 3
Events Community Events Page 4
CADOGAN COMMUNITY GRANT PROGRAMME
Cadogan has launched a Community Grant programme, working with their trusted partner
The Kensington & Chelsea Foundation. Grants will be awarded to organisations operating locally, who can demonstrate a strong understanding of local issues pertaining to health, the environment, community and culture, and deliver programmes to address these. It is open to all eligible not-for-profit organisations operating in and benefitting residents of Chelsea. Further information can be found at cadogan.co.uk
NEIGHBOURHOOD NEWS
CHELSEA LIGHTS UP FOR CHRISTMAS
Chelsea is sparkling!
On Saturday, 16 November, the Chelsea Christmas Lights Switch-On welcomed thousands for an afternoon of enchanting entertainment, culminating in a 360-degree explosion of lights and music as the lights were switched-on by Santa and his special helper, a local child. Organised by Cadogan, the day was busier than ever and was proud to support the Kensington + Chelsea Foundation and their Winter Appeal.
Sloane Street is now sparkling with a spectacular new scheme by renowned lighting designer James Glancy, inspired by the extensive new planting, the historical mulberry trees of Cadogan Places Gardens and William Morris’ ethos from the Arts & Crafts Movement, ethereal archways of gold and copper leaves complement the newly transformed boulevard with a canopy of twinkling foliage.
A new twinkling, traditional Winter Pavilion has made Sloane Square the most magical place to be seen this Christmas. It’s home to a programme of seasonal performances and a pop-up chalet by the Royal Court Theatre, serving winter warmers from Wednesday to Saturday.
Duke of York Square’s enchanting display is inspired by the classic Christmas carol, ‘The 12 Days of Christmas’. A collaboration between floral artist, Ruth Davies from All For Love London and illustrator Susannah Garrod, visitors can follow the trail to discover each and every drummer drumming, lord-a-leaping and the partridge in the pear tree.
For further information on Christmas in Chelsea on kingsroad.co.uk
Gingerbread City, 30 November-29 December, The Gaumont, 196-222 King’s Road, SW3 5XP
Described by Time Out as London’s sweetest festive event, book tickets to discover an entire city constructed entirely from gingerbread at The Gaumont on the King’s Road. A metropolis designed by leading architects and designers to inspire us to think more about sustainable design, marvel at moving trains and twirling parts plus enjoy a programme of daily workshops to craft your very own gingerbread masterpieces.
Find out more and book tickets at www.thegingerbreadcity.com
NEW FACES
Road Action Plan
The King’s Road Partnership has launched an action plan for the King’s Road, comprising six themes: cultural and heritage placemaking; environment, air quality and traffic management; accessibility; place management; public realm, and curation fo the King’s Road offer. To find out more, visit kingsrdpartnership.com
For the very first time, Chelsea Physic Garden, the National Army Museum and the Royal Hospital Chelsea have come together, with support from Cadogan, to form the Chelsea Heritage Quarter. Dedicated to showcasing Chelsea’s rich history, a unique and inspiring programme of year-round events and activities will fill the diaries of those interested in exploring Britain’s history, with the Chelsea History Festival this September as its flagship. Find out more at www.chelseaheritage quarter.co.uk
NEIGHBOURHOOD NEWS
Lifestyle Street of the Year
We are delighted that Duke of York Square won ‘Best Lifestyle Street of the Year’ in the London Lifestyle Awards, beating competition included Mount Street, Elizabeth Street and Marylebone High Street. Thank you for your continued support and enjoyment of the Square!
NEWS Privilege Card
A reminder that as part of our community, you are eligible to sign up and use the King’s Road Privilege Card which comes in both physical and digital formats. With over 100 businesses across the neighbourhood offering incentives, discounts and tempting gifts, the full list of Privileges and instructions on how to sign up can be found here
THREE DARLINGS 241B Pavilion Road, SW1X 0BP
NEIGHBOURHOOD
Honours List Locals
Congratulations to the former chief executive officer of the Royal Hospital Chelsea, Gary Lashko, who was awarded an OBE and residential care manager, Bobbette Blake, the British Empire Medal in this year’s King’s birthday honours list. Adrian Bradshaw, governor or the Royal Hospital,
Christmas on Sloane Square, 16 November – 21 December
Enjoy a series of festive performances on the sparkling bandstand and pick up a delicious winter warmer from the festive chalet, in partnership with the Royal Court Theatre, from Wednesday to Saturday, midday to 8pm. Find the full programme at kingsroad.co.uk
Christmas in Chelsea, Royal Hospital Chelsea, 4 – 29 December
Transforming the Royal Hospital Chelsea into a dazzling winter wonderland, a new festive light trail with, daily pop-up choirs and seasonal workshops, Christmas in Chelsea is a brand new experience for families and friends to enjoy. Visit christmasinchelsea.co.uk to book, using the code ‘CHELSEARESIDENT’ to redeem an exclusive locals discount.nominations earlier in the newsletter.
BOOK LAUNCH
Cadogan A Chelsea Family
said: “Gary and Bobbette’s recognition through these awards is not only a tribute to two outstanding members of staff, but recognition for the passion and commitment of so many here supporting the care of our veterans in recognition of their service to the nation.”
LIST OF CAROL CONCERTS TO BOOK
Candelit Carols
23 December – Cadogan Hall
Carols with Canine Partners
5 December – St Mary’s The Boltons
Hope for a Cure – Carol Concert
4 December – Holy Trinity Church, Sloane Street
Christchurch Carols 11 December – The Surprise
Parish Community Carol Service
30 November – St Mary’s Cadogan Street
STAY UP TO DATE
Neighbourhood Guide
A comprehensive guide to shopping and culture in the area. Physical copies can be found in hotels, schools, estate agents and cultural institutions, and the digital version found here
Chelsea Green Carols 10 December – Chelsea Green
Tickets may be required, so please check beforehand.
CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS
Looking for something to make your childrens’ Christmas holidays that little bit more special? The Fashion School has a host of workshops to book, whether you’re looking for something to do as Mother & Daughter, something for the Brandy Melville-fan and even gift making. Find out more atthefashionschool-uk.com
The newly published quintessential history of the Cadogan family takes us on a rollercoaster ride, interweaving world events and private dramas over a thousand years. Along the way we meet warriors, multilingual spies, evangelical clergymen, watercolour artists, daring
STAY UP TO DATE
Sloane Square Magazine
Read the latest issue of Sloane Square Magazine here.
Here to listen
Please let us know if there is feedback that you would like to share, or suggestions for future issues: community@ cadogan.co.uk
society ladies, diplomats, courtiers, and confidantes, inseparable from the parallel history of Chelsea: a riverside farmland estate transformed into a visionary Georgian new town, and again into the recognisable red-brick of Pont Street Dutch, surviving wars and near-bankruptcy to become a thriving London community. This fully illustrated book brings to life the story of one family that is also to the story of the British Isles. Available from John Sandoe and all good booksellers.
Chelsea Dog Day took place on Saturday, 5 October with a celebration of our four-legged friends across the neighbourhood. Here are some of the highlights.
Winners of The Chelsea Awards
It was wonderful to celebrate this year’s Chelsea Awards at the Royal Hospital Chelsea with so many of you last month, and thank you to those who supported the raffle, raising almost £2,000 for the Kensington + Chelsea Foundation. Congratulations to all the nominees and, of course, our worthy winners.
