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'Excitement' as refit of drag pub where Lily Savage was born is finally underway

1 day ago | thisislocallondon.co.uk | Bridget Galton

Now, after holding a weekly vigil - and listing the Black Cap as an Asset of Community Value to save it from redevelopment - campaigners are "excited" that the £2 million refit is finally underway. The project to reopen it as an LGBT and performance venue with B&B accommodation had been delayed by major structural issues - then squatters broke into the derelict pub. But with builders now back on site, owners Kicking Horse Three are hoping to welcome their first punters in six months' time.
Met Police officers committed gross misconduct in strip search of black schoolgirl

1 day ago | thisislocallondon.co.uk | Nathalie Raffray

Two Metropolitan Police officers committed gross misconduct during the “disproportionate” and “humiliating” strip search of 15 year-old black girl Child Q at a Hackney school (Image: PA) Two Metropolitan Police officers committed gross misconduct during the “disproportionate” and “humiliating” strip search of a 15 year-old black girl at school, a disciplinary hearing found.
Founder of Primrose Hill celebrity yoga studio that started it all comes 'HOME'

2 days ago | thisislocallondon.co.uk | Bridget Galton

The chic light-filled zen-like sanctuary in Erskine Road swiftly became a magnet for celebrities including Kate Moss, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jude Law, Geri Halliwell and Rachel Weisz. When they fought a battle with developers who wanted to turn it into flats, the petition was signed by Sir Paul McCartney, Sadie Frost and Jamie Oliver, with retail guru Mary Portas claiming Triyoga’s loss would cause a “spiral of decline” in the area, and Sir Paul calling it "an unforgiveable mistake".
School's summer fair saved by 'generous' supporters after thieves stole prizes

2 days ago | thisislocallondon.co.uk | Nathalie Raffray

Staff and parents at Fleet Primary School faced anxious days after discovering on Monday morning that burglars had broken into the Parents Association's shed. The thieves had made off with prizes, games and refreshments for the school's summer fair this Friday (June 27) - putting the event in jeopardy.
Monty Python legend Michael Palin and Tracy Chevalier star at lit fest

3 days ago | thisislocallondon.co.uk | Bridget Galton

The former Monty Python star, who lives in Gospel Oak, discussed the latest instalment of his diaries at The Proms at St Jude's lit fest on Saturday. There and Back covers the years from 1999-2009 including the death of his great friend George Harrison, his globetrotting documentary career, and becoming a grandfather.
Yotam Ottolenghi at Hampstead Festival - see how he kicked off the event

3 days ago | thisislocallondon.co.uk | Bridget Galton

After cutting the ribbon to declare the Art Fair open, he then picked a prize winner from the paintings, ceramics and sculptures on display. The prize was – of course – a delicious Ottolenghi hamper presented to winner Simon Zakaria. The Regent's Park-based chef was then happy to pose for selfies with fans of his Hampstead restaurant and cookbooks. The art fair was the first of several events planned over the coming weeks including open air theatre and a family garden party in Keats House.
Artisan bakery announces opening date on same weekend as annual festival

4 days ago | thisislocallondon.co.uk | Nathalie Raffray

Sophia Handschuh, who owns Sourdough Sophia with husband Jesse Sutton Jones, with the keys to the Highgate bakery (Image: Sourdough Sophia) An artisan bakery is to open its fifth outlet the day before an annual street festival. Sourdough Sophia plans to open its latest venture in Perrin's Court, Hampstead, on July 5.
'Warm and inviting' nursery in Buckhurst Hill rated 'good' in all areas by Ofsted

4 days ago | thisislocallondon.co.uk | Sophie England

Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill Day Nursery and Preschool was praised for its supportive learning environment during an inspection on April 7. In celebration of the rating, the nursery hosted an open day on Friday, June 20, inviting families to book a tour and meet the team. A nursery spokesperson said: "We’re so proud of what we’ve achieved together.
Co-op store in Upshire reopens with fresh new look after refurbishment

4 days ago | thisislocallondon.co.uk | Sophie England

The Co-op, in Upshire, unveiled its transformation on Thursday, June 19, in a move designed to improve the shopping experience. The store supports 11 jobs and now offers a wider range of services, including PayPoint payment options and home grocery delivery through Deliveroo. Abdul Wahid, area operations manager at Co-op, said: "The whole team is delighted to have the opportunity to re-launch Upshire’s Co-op. "We are committed to ensuring that the store is a community hub and part of local life.
I tried award-winning bakery's bestselling sausage roll and doughnut - oh my!

5 days ago | thisislocallondon.co.uk | Nathalie Raffray

I had to taste the two best sellers at Dunn's Bakery in Crouch End - the sausage roll and jam doughnut (Image: Nathalie Raffray) For a very long time I have wanted to visit an award-winning bakery to see if its star products live up to their rave reviews. Dunn's Bakery has been a fixture in north London for a couple of centuries so on June 19, with some time to spare, I headed to the store in Crouch End. It was not quite lunchtime and already the shop was busy.