About this Event
60-Minute Guided Walk Through the Historic Heart of Caribbean London With Optional Meal & Talk at Portobello Shack
Experience the incredible true stories that created Europe's biggest street festival! This engaging walking tour visits the essential sites where Caribbean history was made in Notting Hill, with an optional meal at the only Caribbean restaurant on Portobello Road, Portobello Shack, followed by a talk from local people involved in Carnival or part of the early Caribbean community.
What You'll Discover:
- 🏠 Historic settlement areas where Caribbean families first built their community
- ⚡ Sites of resistance featuring famous confrontations and civil rights victories
- 🎵 Cultural landmarks where Caribbean creativity shaped British culture
- 🎭 Community institutions that became the foundation of local Caribbean life
You'll Learn About:
- The Windrush generation's arrival and early struggles
- How violent racism was met with community organising
- The Mangrove Nine: Britain's landmark civil rights case
- How struggle became celebration through music and culture
Perfect For:
- First-time visitors wanting the essential Caribbean Notting Hill story
- Anyone curious about the real history behind Carnival
- People who love dramatic true stories of community resistance and triumph
Engaging storytelling covering the most important sites and stories. Walk at a comfortable pace through historic streets while hearing tales of courage, creativity and community that transformed a neighbourhood.
Duration: Walk: 60 minutes | Optional Meal & Talk: 60 minutes
Meeting Point: Ladbroke Grove Station
Ready to discover the untold stories behind the celebration?
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Ladbroke Grove Station, Ladbroke Grove, London, United Kingdom
GBP 15.00 to GBP 30.00
