by Sarah Mayne | Sep 28, 2026 | Lead Story
In an emotional statement, Designers Guild owner Tricia Guild and her brother Simon Jeffreys confirmed that they are closing Designers Guild Ltd, describing the decision as “a source of huge regret and sorrow for us”. For Tricia Guild, Designers Guild was “so much...
by Sarah Mayne | Sep 24, 2026 | Council, News, Planning
Residents and community groups in Kensington and Chelsea can now apply for Neighbourhood Community Infrastructure Levy (NCIL) funding throughout the year, following changes to the Council’s application process. The change sees funding decisions made every six months,...
by Sarah Mayne | Sep 22, 2026 | News
An innovative and tasty recipe incorporating raspberry, pistachio and chocolate into a Chelsea bun has claimed this year’s winning spot. London baker Sian Magee rose to the top in the eighth World Chelsea Bun Awards held last Sunday to scoop Best Chelsea Bun...
by Sarah Mayne | Sep 17, 2026 | Business, Dining, News
A Chelsea gastropub has partnered with fresh dog food company Butternut Box to unleash complimentary Sunday roasts for four-legged guests. Tom Kerridge’s The Chalk Freehouse, just off the King’s Road, has teamed up to launch ‘The Dog’s Dinner’ – special canine cuisine...
by Sarah Mayne | Sep 17, 2026 | CFC, News
Clearlake Capital Group is set to take full control of Chelsea Football Club, as Todd Boehly and Mark Walter have agreed to sell their stakes in the Premier League club. The American billionaires were among the investors who joined Clearlake in the £2.5bn purchase of...