Category Archives: Sports

Petition launched to save outdoor pond

The outdoor King’s Cross pond designed by Ooze Architects has become a firm favourite for both swimmers and urban wildlife enthusiasts. In April we reported that it was threatened with closure. Shortly after that it appeared to have been saved. … Continue reading

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Plea to Argent to gift a valuable ecological resource to the King’s Cross green corridor

The King’s Cross pond, or ‘Of Soil and Water’ to use the title of this temporary art installation near the York Way railway bridge, was planned to exist for just two years. After that it will be filled in and … Continue reading

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Cally Pool Gym and reception refurbishment – couple of days left to give views

A couple of days left to have your say on the proposed refurbishment of the gym and reception at the Cally Pool.  I can’t find any more information online other than:     ‘Here are some of the improvements you … Continue reading

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Pancras Square Leisure Centre freebie blunder

The new Pancras Square Leisure Centre opens on 19 July and the run up is being advertised locally with flyers being delivered to nearby Camden and Islington homes. The flyer offers a free swim which can be booked online and … Continue reading

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The Calthorpe Project invites your comments

The Calthorpe Project’s vision is to transform a disused part of our site (highlighted in the image below/attached) into a multi-purpose building that will bring benefits for the local community and small businesses. Our aim is to create an attractive, sustainable and … Continue reading

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Can you spot yourself in the crowd on the Cally Road for the Olympic Torch relay?

Remarkable crowds out on the Cally this morning for the Olympic Torch Relay.  Can you spot yourself in this cycle-cam video of a big section of the crowd? (link to film) And another one (link to film) including the police … Continue reading

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Samba Soccer School in KX for 5-16 year olds!

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Caledonian Road Olympic Torch Project

On Thursday 26th July at 8.00am the Olympic Torch Relay comes through Caledonian Road. The Torch Relay marks the opening of the Olympic Celebration.  Ace&Lion has been invited to create an art piece to mark this historic occasion by Team … Continue reading

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