Category Archives: King’s Cross People

New florist on Caledonian Road

Just opened for about a week now, you’ll find Aflorum on Caledonian Road just across the street from Tesco at Balfe Street.  A beautiful shop, and friendly owner will make this a place to stop by and visit.  I’ve already … Continue reading

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Specialist services at sensible prices – The King’s Cross Eye Clinic

I recently met the owner of the King’s Cross Eye Clinic – at Gran Sasso – naturally.  His attractive new shop is located at 280 Pentonville Road between York Way and Caledonian Road and it’s really the kind of place … Continue reading

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Portman Butchers

This has got to be one of the best kept secrets in our neighbourhood – the Portman Butchers at 74 Caledonian Road (N1 9DN).  Forget about the supermarket – why not buy your meats and poultry from a real butcher … Continue reading

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Local Artist in Group Show

One of our nighbours at York Central, Matthew Swift, will be participating in a group show taking place during the Open Studio Weekend at The Chocolate Factory, Farleigh Place, N16 7SX The show will include everything from ceramics, fine art … Continue reading

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Sponsor Me – Please!!!! (Alastair Murray that is)

One of our neighbours Alastair Murry is getting involved in the following event and is looking for your support.  This just in from Alastair: Please sponsor me for the St Martin-in-the-Fields Pilgrimage! I’m taking part in this year’s pilgrimage to … Continue reading

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Local heroes – Lisa Tang

The public spaces along the Regents Canal between the Islington Tunnel and York Way have improved enormously thanks to the work of local volunteers.  The green spaces there are now attractively planted and there is much mosaic and art work.  … Continue reading

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