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Recommendations for Spa Day

Does anyone have a recommendation for a spa day experience locally please?  Ideally not wanting to trek into Central London although would consider for something good. Swimming pool, treatments, restaurant.

Claire Moran ● 9h2 Comments ● 2h

Knitting wool/yarn donations requested for Twiddle Muffs for Dementia patients

Hi all, It’s that time of year again so I back on the hunt for knitting wool/yarn of any quality of ply (including unfinished projects) for the knitting group who make 'twiddle muffs' for Dementia patients, they supply various hospitals. Absolutely none will be wasted. Please have a root around to see if you’ve anything to donate. Thank you to all who’ve been able to assist in the past (for my Mum and Mother in law who knitted for children’s items for charity) and to those who may be able to in the future - I look forward to hearing from you via my mobile 07984 802205 as the direct message no longer works from here ie W4 forum. Thank you 😊For those who are not familiar with ‘twiddle muffs' they are knitted tubes decorated inside and out with ribbons, buttons, toggles and beads. They have been found to have a calming effect on people with dementia by keeping their hands busy and warding off anxiety. They are particularly useful in a hospital setting while people are in waiting rooms ahead of treatment.

Joy Griffiths ● 11d2 Comments ● 2h

Burlington Lane closure

As a local resident we have had no notification of the works from Cadent and TFL. The first I knew of it was a sign on the bus stop on Friday evening.Still not aware of full details.

Chris Lucy ● 18d23 Comments ● 3h

Labour getting desperate?

Despite having more seats in the house than you can shake a stick at,now they want to snaffle the votes of 16 and 17 year olds.I don't think this is a good move and I think it's a cynical measure.They can't buy alcohol,get married,get a mortgage,join the armed forces without the consent of parents and have very little life experience in many cases.Still,the way Labour are going,the move may backfire on them,you never know.

Keith Iddon ● 91d107 Comments ● 8h

Hounslow ebike - FOI

If anyone interested I have response to Freedom of Information request about the selection process for Voi and Forest.  The request covered - 1. Details of the complete process and criteria used for the recent selection andappointment of Voi and Forest bikes and e-scooters to operate in theborough.2. Copies of any formal proposals, bids, or tender documents submitted by Voiand Forest in relation to their appointment.3. Details of the process and reasons for the deselection or removal of LimeBikes from the borough’s rental scheme.4. Copies of all internal and external communications, meeting minutes, reports,and decision-making documents related to the selection of Voi and Forest,and the deselection of Lime, from 1 January 2023 to the date of this request.

Philip Hodges ● 16d32 Comments ● 8h

Handy person needed this week/weeked

Hi, we need someone to fit a TV onto a wall. We have the bracket but the old braxket needs to be removed and new one fitted and TV put on the wall. It's a plaster board wall so really need someone with experience, who knows what they are doing! With the correct tools/wallplugs Many thanks

Apple Leiper ● 4d2 Comments ● 8h

Bookcase Bookshop Break-In

I’ve just seen on instagram that Bookcase was broken in to. I feel extremely sorry for our independent shops who are already facing a tough time. We must make sure to keep supporting them. No doubt this incident will be low priority for the police.

Felicity Green ● 12h4 Comments ● 9h

Turnham Green Station

How lovely it is to have the Piccadilly Line stopping at Turnham Green this weekend. Now all we need is to have the Piccadilly and District Lines stopping simultaneously and permanently, and Turnham Green would be the new Baron's Court... it's a Turnham Dream, I know!

Richard Evans ● 11d23 Comments ● 9h

Chestertons Winter Coat Drive 2025

Do you have any unwanted winter coats, warm jackets or fleeces? If so, drop them off at your nearest Chestertons branch before the 22nd November and help vulnerable Londoners stay warm this winter! For the 12th consecutive year, @chestertons.london open their London offices as donation points. Partnered with @CallingLondon, every single coat collected will be donated to someone less fortunate, including those facing homelessness or poverty, victims of domestic abuse, the elderly, refugees and children 💜.👉️ Share this post to spread the word!#CallingLondon #CoatDrive #CoatDriveLondon #Helpthehomeless #Donateyourcoat

Lisa Joanne Fox ● 9h0 Comments ● 9h

Hammersmith flyover tunnel!

Interesting to see it being discussed in the Local Plan, how about getting a bridge sorted first? Its like learning English without A,B,C’s!

John Bird ● 6d53 Comments ● 11h

EU entry/exit border controls

Has anyone travelled since the introduction of these ? Just wondering if I should allow more time at the airport ?

Madeleine Hazard ● 11h0 Comments ● 11h

I have a question about the lake in Chiswick house grounds

Why does the lake level fluctuate so much?Including sometimes flooding the path?What controls the lake level?

Simon Pedley ● 8d8 Comments ● 14h

Marks and Spencer opening

Does anyone know where we can see an actual opening date for the old/new M&S? I know it says Autumn, and that will be in case they need to move the dates, but I was hoping someone might have some insider knowledge? Thanks

Jenny Smith ● 2d9 Comments ● 1d

phone software expert needed

Does anyone know an expert on phone software issues I could hire? I would be very grateful if so.

Rae Lewis ● 2d2 Comments ● 1d

Phone software expert - needed urgently

Does anyone know an expert on phone software issues I could hire? I would be very grateful if so.

Rae Lewis ● 2d5 Comments ● 1d

The state of the world is making me awfully depressed

The state of the world, economy and politics in making me awfully depressed. Can anyone enlighten me as to what the solution might be?

John Bird ● 12d52 Comments ● 2d

Lost small pouch

I have lost a small bronze colour pouch from Boodles with three rings in it on Turnham Green Terrace or The Avenue this afternoon. One of the rings is a family wedding ring so of great sentimental value. Please let me know if you have seen it. Thanks.

Johanne Coker ● 5d1 Comments ● 2d

Large Tree to be destroyed near Post Office

I happened to read the Planning Application posted at the building site (formerly Independiente Studios) to the right of the post office.  It has allowed for the destruction of tbe very large, seemingly healthy tree at the front of the building.I emailed Hounslow Planning Dept to enquire why a TPO was not placed on this tree.  The reply was that the applicant had obtained their own arboricultural assessment which stated the "tree was in decline".  If you see this tree, it certainly doesn't appear to be in decline.If you feel the same way about protecting this tree, please contact Hounslow Planning and quote PA 2025/1070 - The Drill Hall, 3 Heathfield Terrace, Chiswick W4 4JE as this matter needs to be reviewed further.

F Collins ● 13d9 Comments ● 2d

Thanks to Richard Jennings from John Todd

i thought this might get missed in the front page article and as i have always been impressed with how super helpful Richard seems to be thought i would re-post it here:-"Richard Jennings - A valued Community MemberCouncillors are advised that they cannot intervene in Penalty Charge Notices (PCN) matters as they are ‘quasi- judicial matters’Richard though can provide valuable guidance and advice on such matters without charge. His email address is ‘parking@rjen.uk’It's been a bumper year for Richard’s hobby of helping people fight unfair Penalty Charge Notices.  It all started in 2007 when he received a PCN for parking outside his house.  Hounslow claimed that he had violated the suspension that his neighbours had organised in connection with their move away from Chiswick, but he was actually helping the neighbours on that day. Hounslow rejected two appeals, so Richard did more research and submitted a 4-page appeal to the adjudicators. Hounslow took one look at it and decided not to contest it.  Case won - PCN cancelled!Richard started to use that experience to help others, and so far this year he has helped in a record 58 cases. He says he doesn't work miracles, but there are often obscure processes that can unlock difficult cases.  For example, if a PCN should have been posted to a driver but never arrived, the penalties can rapidly increase, but Richard can advise how to get a court in Northampton (Traffic Enforcement Centre) to wind back the excessive penalties and enable the PCN to be appealed. Users have advised me how thorough and helpful they found Richard.Sincere thanks Richard for this valued public service.Cllr John Todd"http://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=info&page=councillorsblog284.htm

Ceinwen Mailvagnam ● 1017d6 Comments ● 3d