Notting Hill is lovely. A lot of white stucco, and some charming, colourful houses too. It’s leafy, and in places really beautiful. Most of the gardens are only open once or twice a year unfortunately, but there is one with a little playground in it near the famous Electric Cinema. I’ve marked it with a smiley). To the left of the map you’ll see another open green park. There’s a playground here too, and a free WC. Portabello Road is rightly famous for it’s market and little shops (check internet for best days to go), and is the heart of Notting Hill. Towards the bottom of the hill the vibe becomes a little more edgy and creative. Close to Ladbroke Grove is the interesting Museum of Brands. Unfortunately you do have to pay to get in but theres a beautiful quiet, free garden and cafe you can go to if you’re feeling weary.Portobello Road Market Walk 1.2 miles, 2km, 27 mins. The northern market section beyond Lancaster Road and round to Ladbroke Grove is there on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Great route for shopping. Don’t miss the entrances to little indoor markets…0.8 mile, 1.4km, 16 mins. This is a brilliant alternative route to Portabello Road (On the left with the arrow). Get off at Queensway and walk down this bustly shopping street with its cafes, ice rink and bowling alley, then have a beautiful leafy wander through the leafy white stucco route I’ve outlined and it will bring you to the bottom of Portabello.2.6 miles 4.3km, 52 mins. Or how about this for a longer walk? Start at High Street Kensington, turn right then look out for a little half hidden snicket called Kensington Church Walk just before the Ivy Restaurant. This talkes you through such a charming and peaceful little hidden park, then upt beautiful and elegant Gordon Place… The Route will also take you through Holland Park, which is one of my favourites in Lindon. I’ve taken you through the serene Japanese Peace Garden. The rest of the route is past some very photogenic houses, some really colourful.Portabello RoadPortabello Road
