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Events Ealing · 30 Aug 2026, 08:19

TK Maxx opens new store at The Oaks in Acton

TK Maxx has officially opened its new store at The Oaks Shopping Centre in Acton, bringing one of the centre’s largest vacant retail units back into use. The 10,085 sq ft store opened at 10am on Thursday 27 August in Unit 6 at The Oaks on Churchfield Road. Shoppers began queuing before the doors opened, with live music outside the centre helping to mark the launch and a promotional Spin to Win event offering visitors a chance to receive prizes including gift cards and other giveaways.

Events Ealing · 12 Aug 2026, 08:45

West London council used council card for wine and a hotel stay for a councillor

Ealing Council used a work payment card for a £175 bill at Majestic Wine, however the local authority insists it has been paid back. In data obtained by the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) via a Freedom of Information request, a number of payments of note were made over a 13-month period using council payment cards, including hotel stays for a conference, a debt collection agency and flights for looked-after…

Events Ealing · 11 Aug 2026, 10:14

Free Outdoor Play Returns – PlayWorks at Pitzhanger Manor

Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery has confirmed the return of PlayWorks for three days this summer. The free, child-led outdoor play sessions will take place on Wednesday 19, Thursday 20 and Friday 21 August 2026 from 11am to 3pm in the walled front garden. Children are invited to build, invent and explore using giant blocks, cardboard boxes, branches, fabric, flowers and other open-ended materials.

Events Ealing · 11 Aug 2026, 10:14

Ealing Festival of Business 2026 – Networking and Growth for Local Companies

West London Chambers of Commerce has opened visitor registration for the Ealing Festival of Business 2026. The event will take place on Thursday 15 October 2026 from 9:30am to 3:00pm at the University of West London (Weston Hall / Pillars Restaurant area, Warwick Road, W5).

Events Ealing · 9 Aug 2026, 13:25

Chariot Festival in West Ealing: 25th procession and road closures today

Today, Sunday 9 August 2026, the streets of West Ealing come alive with colour, music and thousands of devotees as the 25th (Silver Jubilee) annual Chariot Festival takes place. Organised by the Shri Kanaga Thurkkai Amman Temple (also known as Shri Amman Temple) on Chapel Road, this is the highlight of the multi-day Mahotsavam festival – one of the most significant events in the Tamil Hindu community calendar in west London.

Events Ealing · 5 Aug 2026, 14:51

Best attractions for kids in London and nearby – practical 2026 guide

Summer and weekends with children in London do not have to mean boredom or an empty wallet. Below is a practical, detailed guide to attractions that really work – both in London itself and within easy reach of Ealing, Acton, Southall or Greenford. Approximate current prices (August 2026) and what you actually get for your money are included.

Events Ealing · 4 Aug 2026, 11:24

Southall Gurdwara Hosts Major Gurpurab Celebration and Free Health Camp on 9 August

Gurdwara Ramgarhia Sabha in Southall will mark the Parkash Gurpurab of Sri Guru Harkrishan Sahib Ji on Sunday 9 August with a full day of religious and community activities. The programme includes Kirtan, Nishaniya Darshan, Guru Ka Langar and a free community health camp.

Events Ealing · 4 Aug 2026, 11:17

Rare Recordings from the First Ealing Jazz Festival Finally Released on New Album

A newly released album has brought back to life some of the most important live performances from the very first Ealing Jazz Festival, held in 1983. The recordings feature an extraordinary line-up of British jazz legends, including Kenny Wheeler, Henry Lowther, Bobby Wellins, Tony Coe, Art Themen, Peter King, Stan Tracey, Roy Babbington and Clark Tracey.

Events Ealing · 4 Aug 2026, 10:33

Ealing Mile This Friday in Lammas Park – Registration Closes Thursday

The monthly Ealing Mile is back this Friday at 12:30 in Lammas Park, continuing a popular tradition run by the organisers of the Ealing Half Marathon. Registration for the August edition closes this Thursday at 10:00 – there will be absolutely no entries taken on the day, so anyone intending to take part must complete the online process before the cut-off.

Events Ealing · 4 Aug 2026, 10:22

Big Gay Beaver Day Returns to Paradise Fields – A Celebration of Rewilding and Queer Community

Big Gay Beaver Day is coming back to Paradise Fields and Horsenden Hill Farm this September (19 September 2026). The queer-led fundraiser celebrates both the success of the Ealing Beaver Project and the LGBTQI+ people who have helped make London’s first urban beaver reintroduction possible.

Events Ealing · 3 Aug 2026, 14:25

Stampede at London festival leaves more than 20 injured

A music festival in London was cut short over the weekend after a stampede broke out in the crowd, leaving more than 20 people injured. The event, described by many as a Ghanaian or African music celebration in a park, saw large numbers of people suddenly surge.

Events Ealing · 27 Jul 2026, 11:28

Ealing tutor says it’s not too late for child to start maths and English tutoring

With school tests and exams over, you may ask if there is any point in getting a bit of extra help on maths and English for your child. "The simple answer is YES", says Samina Masud, Director of NumberWorks'nWords Ealing.

Events Ealing · 27 Jul 2026, 11:28

St Benedict’s student receives Gold DofE Award at Buckingham Palace

Isabel Murphy a Sixth Form student from St Benedict's School in Ealing met His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh at a Buckingham Palace celebration, recognising her Gold Duke of Edinburgh's (DofE) Award achievement. Hosted by The Duke as Patron of the DofE charity, Isabel joined thousands of young people and their loved ones for a festival-style celebration in the Buckingham Palace Garden on Wednesday 20 May.