Category Archives: Things to do

Charity Festival and outdoor market – Cross Kings York Way 27-28 September [NB dates corrected]

Posted on September 20, 2008 by William Perrin

York Way is known for many things but shopping isn’t one of them.  To provide something to do in Kings Cross at the weekend Felicity and Lis at the Cross Kings will be holding a charity festival next weekend for … Continue reading →

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Eat organic in Kings Cross – Acorn House special taster menu

Posted on September 13, 2008 by William Perrin

We are in the middle of the Soil Association’s Organic Fortnight, which runs until 21st September – or so says their PR guff – there is something interesting happening in Kings Cross.  The superb Acorn House on Swinton Street is … Continue reading →

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You are invited for drinkies!

Posted on September 5, 2008 by Sophie Talbot

Martin and Duncan, owners of the Central Station on the corner of Balfe Street and Wharfdale Road, cordially invite their neighbours to a preview of the revamped club. Pictured is Martin, paintbrush in hand! The club is being decorated externally … Continue reading →

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Central Station makeover

Posted on September 2, 2008 by Sophie Talbot

Central Station, the gay bar and nightclub on the corner of Balfe Street and Wharfdale Road, combining top quality cabaret with a wide ranging drinks and wine list, is having a bit of a makeover. The club was taken over … Continue reading →

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Golden Lion capitulates to possible rises in rent from brewery

Posted on August 23, 2008 by William Perrin

The Golden Lion, which lasted about three years or so has given in to a dispute with the brewery who owns it.  I wasn’t told precise details, but in a conversations with people close to the last management it seems … Continue reading →

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Free music workshop – from Lake Victoria to Regents Canal…..

Posted on August 11, 2008 by William Perrin

Joanie McGill has got in touch with some free places on a music workshop at Kings Place- like the sound of the Ugandan Rock Gongs. Joanie says: >>>London Sinfonietta, Nigel Osbourne and Ugandan Dance Academy – CPD Sunday 12 October … Continue reading →

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Free Concerts For Local Resident’s at King’s Place – Part 2

Posted on August 7, 2008 by William Perrin

After responding with disappointment to the offer from Kings Place due it’s restrictive terms and conditions (i.e. free tickets only before 5.15pm on a weekday for locals) I would like to publish Kings Place’ official response: Dear Sarah Thank you … Continue reading →

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Free Concerts For Local Resident’s at King’s Place

Posted on July 31, 2008 by Stephan Schulte

Kings Place has 2,000 free tickets for a range of concerts on the first three days of the Kings Place Opening Festival, 1st – 3rd October 2008. The tickets are available for local residents and people working in the area … Continue reading →

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