Carnival sets London on fire in a blaze of Caribbean spirit as extravagantly costumed dancers, calypso and soca musicians, giant soundsystems and steelbands are joined by over a million revellers of all ages. Held since 1966, and originally a local affair for west London's homesick Caribbean community, this has evolved into Europe's biggest street party. Sunday is officially Children's Day, but there are loads of kids on both days enjoying the bright colours of the floats and the dancers' feathered costumes. Adults can shake their battys at dozens of stages: our favourites are Channel 1's booming dub, and the jazz-reggae at Gaz's Rockin' Blues, but there are tunes for all tastes, from house to hip-hop. It's a huge area, and can get very crowded, so be prepared for an exhausting day out, but for anyone who loves a party, Carnival remains the absolute highlight of the London summer.
Notting Hill Carnival 2008
Ladbroke Grove, Notting Hill and Westbourne Grove, W10 5QZ
24th & 25th August 2008
The Sunday of Notting Hill Carnival weekend is officially Children's Day with... More
Notting Hill Carnival 2008
Ladbroke Grove, Notting Hill, and Westbourne Grove, W10 5QZ
24th August 2008 & 25th August 2008
Carnival sets London on fire in a blaze of... More
Notting Hill Carnival 2008
Ladbroke Grove, W10 5QZ
24th August 2008 - 25th August 2008
Carnival sets London on fire in a blaze of Caribbean spirit as extravagantly... More
Visit the studios where Newsround is recorded and play with the props of your favourite CBBC programmes on the CBBC Interactive Tour behind-the-scenes at BBC ...More
This practical, budget hotel is a great value considering its exclusive postcode within leafy Notting Hill. The hotel was established with young people in mind ... More
The famous Portobello Road antiques and flea market in Notting Hill takes place every Saturday although there are also stalls from Monday to Friday. Running ... More
Towering over Golborne Road, the famous Trellick Tower has become a much talked about landmark, loved and loathed in equal measure but protected from any ...More
26 Portobello Green,281 Portobello Road,Notting Hill,
London,
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2 minutes walk from Notting Hill Carnival 2008
What Katie Did specialises in faux vintage lingerie, steel boned corsets and hosiery inspired by silver screen sirens of the glamorous 1950s. Frilly knickers, seamed ... More
Adela Studio 8,
Old Gramophone Works,Saga Centre,Kilburn,
London,
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13 minutes walk from Notting Hill Carnival 2008
Drum lessons, masterclasses and workshops for both children and adults take place at The Rhythm Studio just off Ladbroke Grove in West London. Drumming workshop ...More
In a not particularly lovely area, this pub stands out as a particularly pleasant place to pass a lazy summer afternoon. The pub was completely ... More
12 Acklam Road is a shiny club devoted to musical excellence, mind altering cocktails and social shenanigans. Built from the shell of the old Subterania, ...More
Harlem offers a first rate bar restaurant on the ground floor and an excellent little club downstairs. Arthur Baker is the brains behind this venue ...More
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