inpaddington guide

THIRD EDITION 2008

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Experience the charming old quarter to the south of Brunel’sfamous station, where 19th century character meets qualityhotels, varied restaurants and an array of pubs, bars and shops.North of the station alongside the Grand Union canal is thedevelopment at Paddington Waterside.

Excellent local, national and international transport links andthe proximity to Hyde Park and Notting Hill make Paddingtonperfect for visitors and tourists alike.

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Eating out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05Restaurants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06Cafés . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Bars and pubs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Fast food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Shops and Services . . . . . . . . . 31Banks & bureaux de change . . . . 32Betting shops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Charity shops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Childcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Doctors, dentists & chemists . . . . 33Dry cleaners & launderettes . . . . . 33Entertainment, leisure & sport . . 34Estate agents & property services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Foodstores, off licences & newsagents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Gifts & jewellery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Hairdressers & grooming . . . . . . . 38Home, household & security . . . . 39

Internet cafés & mobile phones . . . 40Media, communications & design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Postal services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Printing, copying & photographic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Recruitment & training . . . . . . . . . . 42Solicitors, accountants & insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Travel & tourism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Staying in Paddington . . . . . . . 45Hotels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Local parks & open spaces . . . . . . 54Useful information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Further Afield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Beyond Paddington . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Beyond London . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

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eating outFrom British and European cuisine to exotic Persian andMalaysian, Paddington has over 80 eateries to tantalise your taste buds and match a range of budgets.

Cafés and coffee shops are plentiful in Paddington offeringeverything from a proper English fry-up to an authentic Italiancappuccino. With fresh pastries and cakes, sandwiches andpaninis made-to-order, baked potatoes, salads, soups and ahost of other dishes, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

Paddington certainly doesn’t have a shortage of places todrink. From friendly locals and gastro-pubs to upmarketwine and cocktail bars you’ll find somewhere that suits your style, whatever the occasion.

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Did you know?Paddington is said to take its name from ‘Padda’, a Saxonwho lived in the area. When connected with ‘Tun’, an oldEnglish word for settlement or town, the result became the modern word ‘Paddington’.

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Aberdeen Steak House . . . . . . .163-167 Praed Streett: 020 7724 4874Open: 10am - midnight (7 days)Sit surrounded by bucolic images of theScottish Highlands while you enjoy atraditional steak-based menu. Multilingualstaff available to take your order.

ASK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41-43 Spring Streett: 020 7706 0707Open: Midday - 11.30pm (Mon-Sat),midday - 11pm (Sun)This building was once the PaddingtonPost Office. With its high ceilings andsmart décor, it’s hard to beat ASK for aquick, inexpensive pizza or pasta. Eventhe loos sparkle!

La Cheminée . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Bouverie Placet: 020 7402 1313Open: Midday - 11pm (7 days)Everything is prepared in front of youreyes in this Persian restaurant. They haveArabic music and TV showing throughoutthe day. Menu includes chicken and lambkebabs.

Connoisseurs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Indian Tandoori8 Norfolk Placet: 020 7402 3299Open: Midday - midnight (7 days)This restaurant specialises in Indian andBangladeshi cuisine. That means lots oftandoori and balti dishes.

Core . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .West End Quay1 South Wharf Road t: 020 7724 4945Open: 7.30am – 10.30pm (Mon-Fri),8am – 6pm (Sat & Sun)A contemporary grill restaurant with acasual relaxed and fun feel. Wholesome,healthy, fresh quality food. The perfectplace for a quiet breakfast or a largegroup for lunch.

El Miño . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Sale Placet: 020 7402 7722Open: Midday - 3pm, 6pm - 11.15pm (Mon-Fri), 6pm - 11.15pm (Sat)This is a little bit of Spain in W2. Thiswonderful family-run restaurant servesdelicious Spanish and Italian food whilethe excellent staff will spoil you rotten.

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Fiamma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225 Edgware Road (Inside Hilton London Metropole)t: 020 7616 6459Open: 6.30am - 10.30am, midday - 10.30pm (Mon - Fri), 6.30am - 11.30am, 1pm - 10.30pm(Sat, Sun & bank holidays)From lunchtime into the evening, thisvibrant bar and restaurant offers awonderfully varied menu including fresh fish, pizzas, pastas and grills.

Frontline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Norfolk Placet: 020 7479 8960Open: 8am - 11pm (7 days)If you’re looking to really impresssomeone with a high-quality restaurant inPaddington come here. It won a Harden’saward for best new restaurant in 2005.

Ganges Tandoori . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 Praed Streett: 020 7723 4096Open: Midday - 2.30pm, 5.30pm - midnight (Mon-Sat), midday - midnight (Sun)The Ganges specialises in unusualPakistani traditional dishes includingtandooris without being expensive. The restaurant attracts a loyal crowd of Paddington residents.

Garfunkel’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144 Praed Streett: 020 7262 3415Open: 7am - 11.30pm (Mon-Fri),8am - 11.30pm (Sat & Sun)Traditional English food: sausage andmash, mixed grill, steak and hamburgerswith a licensed bar. Perfect for a mealbefore you catch a train from Paddington Station.

Golden Shalimar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Spring Streett: 020 7402 8163Open: Midday - 3pm, 6pm - midnight (7 days)This Indian restaurant is known for its richsauces. Go there on the first night of yourholiday and you might not end up goinganywhere different for your entire stay!

Indus Delta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135 Praed Streett: 020 7402 0882Open: Midday - 3pm, 6pm - midnight (Mon - Fri), midday - midnight (Sat & Sun)High quality Indian food served in smartsurroundings. The only place you will finda shami kebab starter in England.

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Kolossi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 London Streett: 020 7262 5834Open: 3pm - midnight (7 days)Traditional Cypriot food: pitta bread with kebabs, lamb cutlets, vine leaves and moussaka.

La Perla . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128-130 Sussex Gardenst: 020 7706 3344Open: 6pm - 10pm (Mon-Sat),(closed Sunday)A basement restaurant with aFrench/Italian à la carte menu.

Levantine Mezze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bar and Grill26 London Streett: 020 7262 1111Open: Midday - midnight (Mon-Sat), midday - 11.30pm (Sun)A smart Arabic restaurant serving mezze-style middle eastern fusion. If you fancy a bit of baba ghannuge (fried aubergine dip with tahini andlemon) while watching some eveningbelly dancing, this is your place.

Limon - Humus & Mezze . . . . . .157 Praed Streett: 020 7402 0474 Open: 10am - 10pm (Mon-Sat),10am - 9pm (Sun)Using a wealth of aromatic herbs andspices to create a unique range of Shishand Mezze. The dishes served are bothtraditional and contemporary, drawingupon diverse influences. Turkish homecooking with an eclectic mix ofMediterranean styles pepper the menuwith a good selection of Mezzes.

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Did you know?Paddington Station was the original terminal for theGreat Western Railway. Terminus is the name of theRoman God of borders and limits.



Mughal’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 London Streett: 020 7262 3030Open: Midday - 11.30pm (7 days)Mixed grill, balti dishes, chicken tikkamasala, vegetarian thali and karahi –Mughal’s do the traditional English curryexperience with style.

Nippon Tuk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225 Edgware Road (Inside Hilton London Metropole)t: 020 7616 6496Open: Midday - 3pm (Tues - Sat),6pm - 11pm (Mon - Sat)Fabulous Asian/Thai fusion restaurant on the 23rd floor with spectacular views of London.

Pearl Liang . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Sheldon Squaret: 020 7289 7000Open: Midday - 11pm (7 days)A Chinese restaurant serving Dim Sum at lunchtime as well as an A la cartemenu throughout the day. Lunch boxtake away specials.

Peking Seoul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113-115 Praed Streett: 020 7723 9550Open: Midday - 2.30pm, 5.30pm - 11.30pm (Mon-Sat), 5.30pm - 11.30pm (Sun)Korean barbecue downstairs (seating24), Chinese upstairs. They serve somefine mixed seafood pancakes and beef in black bean sauce.

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Queen of Sheba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4 Bouverie Placet: 020 7402 6667Open: 11am - midnight (7 days)This restaurant serves an eclecticselection of food focused mainly on theGulf area. If you want the schwarmakebabs with hubbly bubbly pipeexperience, this is the place to go.

Ryath Indian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tandoori32 Norfolk Placet: 020 7723 8954Open: Midday - midnight (7 days)One of the oldest restaurants inPaddington. North Indian balti andtandoori specials.

San Marco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ristorante e Pizzeria10 London Streett: 020 7724 3673Open: Midday - 2.45pm, 5.45pm - 11pm (Mon - Fri), 5pm - 11pm (Sat)The fastest pizzas in W2 served in arestaurant which has been going fornearly 20 years.

Satay House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Sale Placet: 020 7723 6763Open: Midday - 3pm,6pm - 11pm (7 days)Established for over 30 years, the SatayHouse has an excellent reputation forSatay and Malaysian curries. It’s reallyintimate too, like eating in someone’sfront room.

Scotch Steak House . . . . . . . . . . .25 London Streett: 020 7262 0476 Open: 11am - midnight (7 days)Dine with Hollywood greats oncomfortable red banquettes enjoyingtraditional steak (though chicken and fish dishes are also available).

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Seabass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Sheldon Squaret: 020 7286 8000Open: Breakfast from 7am, Lunch from midday, Dinner from 5pm till 11pmSeafood is one of the most healthiest,convenient and delicious foods available.It is also very versatile and great value formoney. Come and sample the deliciousseafood menu in a comfortable andserene environment with sincere andhelpful service, or if you prefer you cantake it with you.

The Brasserie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146 Praed Street (Inside Hilton London Paddington) t: 020 7850 0585 Open: 6.30am - 10.30pm (7 days)Food with a cross-continental flavourserved in contemporary surroundings.Treat yourself to warm Asian beef salad,baked sea bass or coconut brulee in oneof London’s most distinguished hotels.

Yakitoria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Sheldon Squaret: 020 3214 3000Open: Midday - 3pm (Mon - Fri), 6pm - 11pm (Mon - Sat)A super-stylish Japanese restaurantoffering a varied menu includingdelicious cocktails in sumptuoussurroundings. For a pre-dinner drinkthere is a also a lounge bar, YakitoriaMizu, in the light and airy downstairs.

Zizzi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Sheldon Squaret: 020 7286 4770Open: Midday - 11pm (7 days)Popular Italian restaurant offering pizza,pasta, meat, fish and salads alongsidethe Grand Union Canal. Be sure to bookat lunchtime.

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Did you know?There are over 20 cafés and coffee shops inPaddington. The first coffee house in Englandopened in Oxford in 1652.

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Bagel Factory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141 Praed Streett: 020 7706 1765Open: 7am - 5.30pm (Mon - Fri),7am - 3.30pm (Sat & Sun)You’re surrounded by doctors and nursesfrom nearby St Mary’s hospital in here.It’s like being in an episode of ER, whichmeans the Bagel Factory must behealthy and tasty. Try the cream cheeseand salmon or the bacon eggworksbreakfast, fabulous!

Bonne Bouche . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129 Praed Streett: 020 7724 5784Open: 7am - 7pm (Mon - Fri),7.30am - 7pm (Sat), 9am - 6pm (Sun)You can tell by the queues at lunchtimethat Bonne Bouche makes really specialsandwiches. They have a deli counter and they also sell fresh cakes, pastriesand bread.

Caffé Cino . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225 Edgware Road (Inside Hilton London Metropole)t: 020 7402 4141Open: 6.30am - 8pm (Mon - Fri),7.30am - 8pm (Sat & Sun & bank holidays)Continental-style café serving specialitycoffees and delicious sandwiches. Abuzzy place to meet friends andcolleagues for a delicious panini,sandwich or a freshly baked pastry.

Caffé Nero . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-15 Spring Streett: 020 7706 9893Open: 6.30am - 8.30pm (Mon - Fri),7am - 8pm (Sat & Sun)This gourmet chain coffee house is apopular meeting point for locals andvisitors alike, where you can sit and enjoy the coffee, do business or grab a takeaway before your train.

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Costa Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159 Praed StreetOpen: 8am - 7pm (Mon - Fri), 9am - 6pm (Sat), (closed Sun)High ceilings and full air-conditioning helpto create a cool and relaxed atmosphere.They do freshly baked pastry, paninis andsandwiches.

EF’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Craven Roadt: 020 7723 8027Open: 6.30am - 4 pm (Mon - Fri),8am - 2pm (Sat & Sun)Breakfast and sandwich bar. TraditionalEnglish breakfast with toast and tea

Entr’acte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137-139 Praed Streett: 020 7402 2005Open: 8am - 7.30pm (Mon - Fri),8am - 3pm (Sat & Sun)This is the place if you want a laptop-friendly lunch. There is plenty of space,easy-listening music and wonderful staffserving sandwiches and salads withclass. Heartier fare is also available.

Fresco Paddington . . . . . . . . . . . .93 Praed Streett: 020 7402 0006Open: 8am - 7pm (Mon - Fri),9am - 6pm (Sat), 10am - 6pm (Sun)Very healthy Lebanese food at veryaffordable prices. Try the carrot, apple,orange and ginger energizer and it willgive you a zip for the rest of the day.

La Tazza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143 Praed Streett: 020 7402 1106Open: 7am - 8pm (Mon - Fri),8am - 5pm (Sat & Sun)Coffee, sandwiches, ciabattas served in afriendly and arty atmosphere. Salads,paninis and afternoon tea also available.

Lena’s Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 Praed Streett: 020 7402 7776Open: 7am - 11pm (Mon - Sat),7am - 8pm (Sun)They do very good coffee, cakes and sandwiches.

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Lite Bite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 London StreetOpen: 6am - midnight (7 days)Café serving sandwiches, toastedciabatta and focaccia and freshly-made salads.

Luigi’s Sandwich Bar . . . . . . . . . . .8A Spring Streett: 020 7706 4003Open: 6am - 4.30pm (Mon - Fri), 7am - 3pm (Sat & Sun)This is a tiny sandwich shop with bigappeal around Paddington. Superreasonable prices for paninis,sandwiches, jacket potatoes andhomemade cakes.

Millennium Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Bouverie Placet: 020 7706 4065Open: 6.30am - 4.30pm (Mon - Fri),7am - 3pm (Sat)Sit outside on a summer morning andenjoy sandwiches, fruit juices, soups and jacket potatoes. They do amarvellous English breakfast andcrunchy French baguettes.

Mimo’s Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 London Streett: 020 7706 7175Open: 7am - 10pm (7 days)English breakfast, pastas, sandwiches,coffee and hot drinks all served withItalian style.

Prêt á Manger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Sheldon Squaret: 020 7932 5258Open: 7.30am - 3.30pm (Mon - Fri)Pret creates handmade natural,preservative free food using freshingredients everyday.

Raffles Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Craven Roadt: 020 7723 3159Open: 7am - 11pm (Mon - Fri),7.30am - 11pm (Sat & Sun)There are few people in Paddingtonsociety who haven’t tasted the delights ofthe Big Ben hearty breakfast washed downwith coffee and fresh orange juice. This is adelightful diner run by friendly staff.

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Rose Café ……………………57 Praed StreetOpen: 8am-10pm (Mon - Sat)Smart café towards the Edgware Road endof Praed Street, serving a variety of hot andcold foods to eat in or take away.Additional seating is available downstairs.

Sandro’s Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Spring Streett: 020 7723 9847Open: 7am - 5pm (Mon - Fri), 7am - 4pm (Sat), 7am - 3pm (Sun)If you want fast food it’s hard to beatSandro’s collection of melts for aninexpensive but tasty lunch. Tuna is afavourite, but others like the jacketpotatoes. The café has strongPortuguese flavour.

See Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4D Praed Street t: 020 7724 7358Open: 11am - 4pm, 6pm - 10pm(Mon - Fri)Great oriental café and delicatessenserving a variety of Asian dishes includingfresh sushi, fresh salads and wraps, hotplates and homemade cakes.

Starbucks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Sheldon Squaret: 020 7289 7381Open: 6.30am - 6pm (Mon - Fri),9.30am - 6pm (Sat & Sun)Sip a latte whilst watching barges cruisepast in this perfect oasis setting.

Subway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147 Praed Streett: 020 7706 2888Open: 8am - 11pm (Mon - Fri),8am - 10pm (Sat & Sun)Subway is a chain which is booming. Theyoffer high-quality freshly-made sandwicheswhich are low in fat (and carbohydratecautious!) Customers can choose theirown fillings (and they even get doctors toevaluate how healthy they are).

Subway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5a Sheldon Squaret: 020 7266 3027Open: 7am - 10pm (Mon - Fri),8am - 7pm (Sat),9am - 7pm (Sun)See above

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Suzan’s Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108 Star Streett: 020 7706 4612Open: 7am - 5pm (Mon - Fri), 8am - 5pm (Sat)A cosy café with extra outside seatingwhich serves traditional English breakfast in a friendly atmosphere just off Edgware Road.

Tête à Tête . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Southwick Streett: 020 7402 3040Open: 8.30am - 8pm (Mon - Fri), 9.30am - 8pm (Sat & Sun)A selection of hot and cold drinks,sandwiches, cakes and french pastriesserved in exquisite surroundings. A littletouch of Paris in Paddington - and thepiano plays itself!

The Madeira Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127 Praed Streett: 020 7262 3384Open: 6am - 7pm (Mon - Fri), 7am - 5pm (Sat & Sun)This cosy café provides diners with a wealth of healthy eating options, from fresh soup made daily to salads and sandwiches.

The Shakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 Praed Street t: 020 7706 9898Open: 7am - 7pm (Mon - Fri), 7am - 4pm (Sat)A huge selection of mouth wateringfreshly made food which is prepareddaily. With lunchtime rush guaranteed,don’t be late!

Tossed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Sheldon Squaret: 020 7289 2516Open: 7.30am - 3pm (Mon - Fri)A stroke of genius, the name, the setting,great for carb and calorie counters. Thissalad bar also serves sandwiches andsoups and can deliver to your desk.

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inbars & pubsCADS Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Norfolk Placet: 020 7262 3123Open: 11am - 11pm (Mon - Sat),(closed Sun)This downstairs pub is remarkable.Karaoke nights are especially popularand they serve good food, too.

Dickens Tavern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 London Streett: 020 7262 2365Open: 11am - 11pm (Mon - Sat),midday - 10.30pm (Sun)Reputedly the longest pub in London.The front window seats give you a viewof the Paddingtonians going about theirdaily business. There are lots of specialoffers on doubles and selected lagers.

Fountains Abbey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109 Praed Streett: 020 7723 2364Open: 10am - 11pm (Mon - Weds),11am - 11.30pm (Thur - Sat),midday - 10.30pm (Sun)Five cask ales, function rooms for hire,big screen, traditional English pub food,pool tables, darts, international bottledbeers and external seating.

Great Western . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Praed Streett: 020 7723 9536Open: 11am - 11pm (Mon - Sat), midday - 10.30pm (Sun)Small intimate pub with a wide selectionof draught beers. The Guinness isextremely fresh, and the owner can bevery welcoming.

Lounge Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225 Edgware Road (Inside Hilton London Metropole)t: 020 7402 4141Open: 10am - late (7days)A comfortable area with cosy chairs andsofas - a great place to meet friends andcolleagues for a morning coffee,lunchtime snack or afternoon tea. Greatselection of cocktails, beer and wine, plusgreat bar menu to choose from.

Pride of Paddington . . . . . . . . . . .1-3 Craven Roadt: 020 7402 2156Open: Midday - 11.30pm (Mon -Thur), midday - midnight (Fri & Sat), midday - 10.30pm (Sun)A very international pub with a partyatmosphere and great food. Quickservice from multilingual staff.

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Rob Roy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9 Sale Placet: 020 7262 6403Open: 11.30am - 11pm (Mon - Sat),midday - 10.30pm (Sun)This pub is traditionally a meeting placefor Scottish people who come to Londonand when Scottish football teams are onthe TV the place is buzzing.

Royal Exchange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Sale Placet: 020 7723 3781Open: 11am - 11pm (Mon - Sat), midday - 10.30pm (Sun)Staggeringly good value, according to onecustomer. The Royal Exchange is an Irishpub which likes its horseracing and sports.

Sawyer’s Arms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9 London Streett: 020 7723 0685Open: 11am - 11pm (Mon - Sat),midday - 10.30 pm (Sun)Good selection of real ales, traditionalEnglish food, table service, separatedining area, fully air-conditioned and fullof interesting patrons to ‘people watch’.

Sir Alexander Fleming . . . . . . . . .16 Bouverie Placet: 020 7723 6061Open: 10am - 11pm (Mon - Thur), 10am - 11.30pm (Fri & Sat),midday - 10pm (Sun)Sir Alexander Fleming discoveredpenicillin in a lab in St Mary’s Hospital overthe road. This is a ’Freehouse’ so they havea large range of drinks.

Sports Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225 Edgware Road (Inside Hilton London Metropole)t: 020 7402 4141Open: Midday - 11pm (Mon - Sat),1pm - 11pm (Sun & bank holidays)Lively atmosphere with a great range ofcocktails, wine and beer showing thelatest sport action on the large plasmascreen TVs.

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Steam Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146 Praed Street (Inside HiltonLondon Paddington)t: 020 7850 0555Open: Midday - midnight (Mon-Thur), midday - 3am (Fri),6pm- 3am (Sat), (closed Sun)

Gorgeous cocktails, tempting food andtreats, cool vibe. DJs will entertain you onsome of the evenings.

The Gyngleboy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Wine Bar27 Spring Streett: 020 7723 3351Open: 9am - 11pm (Mon - Sat),(closed Sun)This is a friendly Dickensian wine bar withsawdust on the floor and strangecontraptions on the wall. A Davy's winebar, they have no music, no computergames and no TV - it's about getting toknow people! The house champagne bythe glass and the food are excellent.

The Monkey Puzzle . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Southwick Streett: 020 7723 0143Open: 11am - 11pm (Mon - Sat),midday - 10.30pm (Sun)Friendly pub with an outdoor gardenserving traditional food.

The Sussex Arms . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 London Streett: 020 7723 1026Open: 11am - 11pm (Mon - Sat),10am - 11.30pm (Sun)With its cask ales, drinks promotions andoldy worldy décor, the Sussex Arms haslong been a local favourite. The friendlyservice and mixed clientele make it agreat place for tourists who want toexperience a real London pub.

The Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Sheldon Squaret: 020 7289 3063Open: 11am - 11pm (Mon - Sat), midday - 10.30pm (Sun)Gastro pub with modern décor and greathigh ceilings. Choose from the variedmenu of main meals and bar snacks andgaze out across the amphitheatre.

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infast foodBurger King . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 London Streett: 020 7402 6510Open: 8am - 11pm (Sun - Thur), 8am - 2am (Fri & Sat)Very friendly staff will turn around yourmeal like lightning. 100 seats upstairs.Very convenient for Paddington Station.

Chicken Spot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Praed Streett: 020 7262 7555Open: Midday - midnight (7 days)Pizza, pasta and chicken ready to go in a tick.

Flames Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .175 Praed StreetOpen: 11am - midnight (7 days)Takeaway fast food specialising in kebabs.

Tutto Fresco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Spring Streett: 020 7262 5413Open: 11am - 11pm (7 days)Fresco does any takeaway pizza you likeat a cracking price. A godsend when youjust want to throw off your shoes andmake your eyes water with some hotchillies while watching a good DVD.

Kentucky . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fried Chicken149–151 Praed Streett: 020 7706 4396Open: 10.30am - 2am (Mon -Thur), 10am - 2am (Fri & Sat),10.30am - 2am (Sun)‘The Colonel’ is as popular in Paddingtonas anywhere else in the world.

Lolita Burger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .& Kebabs21 Spring StreetOpen: 11.30am - 1am (Mon - Sat),midday - midnight (Sun)Lolita’s kebabs can be life-savers after anight on the town. During the day theyserve inexpensive grilled Lebanese foodto keep you going.

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Did you know?Winston Churchill at one time lived in a house inSussex Square, Paddington. In 1963 he becamethe very first honorary citizen of the USA.

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McDonald’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144 Praed Streett: 020 7262 0822Open: 6.30am - 11.45pm (7 days)McDonald’s here is as good as anywhereelse in the world – and there is lots ofseating downstairs.

Micky’s Fish & Chips . . . . . . . . . .29 Norfolk Placet: 020 7723 2384Open: 11am - 11pm (7 days)Only the best fresh fish. Friendly localstaff with a good attitude servingEngland’s finest dish.

Sussex Fish and . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chips Bar20 London Streett: 020 7724 0481Open: 11am - midnight (7 days)A typically English no-frills fish and chipshop has been on this site for 35 years.

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Did you know?Omnibus in Latin means ‘for everyone’. The first omnibusservice was started by Mr George Shilibeer in 1827between Paddington and the City.


shops & servicesWhether you visit, live or work in Paddington you will find all your everyday needs provided for with a comprehensivearray of shops and services including chemists, newsagents,banks, dentists, doctors and hairdressers.

If you wander up Church Street, you'll stumble across somereal hidden treasure at Alfie’s Antique Market. From art deco,silver, furniture, paintings and prints to jewellery, ceramics andvintage clothing there is a fabulous selection. Or stroll south toConnaught Street for charming independent boutiques.

If you fancy a real spending spree take a short walk to theBayswater retail centre, Whiteleys. Turn to page 58 for ideason other places to visit in London.

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banks & bureauxde change

Banco Popular19B Craven RoadLondon W2 3BPt: 020 7402 7393

Barclays Bank17-18 Spring StreetLondon W2 3RFt: 0845 755 5555

HSBC2 Craven RoadLondon W2 3PYt: 0845 740 4404

NatWest Bank26 Spring StreetLondon W2 1WEt: 0845 605 1605

bureaux de changeBureau de Change187 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RHt: 020 7258 3662

Bureau de Change199 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RHt: 020 7723 9494

Bureau de Change32 Spring StreetLondon W2 1JAt: 020 7723 7960

Choice Forex Ltd 8 Spring StreetLondon W2 3RAt: 020 7402 8877

Eurochange179 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RHt: 020 7258 0442

Meduro185 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RHt: 020 7402 6644

Mercury ChangeInternational169 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RHt: 020 7723 3227

betting shops

Coral Racing 7-9 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NJ

Ladbrokes13 London StreetLondon W2 1HLt: 020 7723 1468

William Hill181 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RHt: 020 7262 1656

charity shops

All Aboard12 Spring StreetLondon W2 3RA t: 020 7262 5955

Sue RyderFoundation 27 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NJt: 020 7262 6108

childcare

Hope MontessoriNursery School11a West End QuaySouth Wharf RoadLondon W2 1JBt: 020 3075 0170

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Micky Star Play Project58-61 St Michael’sStreetLondon W2 1YMt: 020 7262 5590

dry cleaners andlaunderettes

Central WashLaunderette17 Star StreetLondon W2 1QDt: 020 7706 4535

Harlequin Express14 Craven RoadLondon W2 3PX

Regent Dry Cleaners177 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RHt: 020 7724 3183

Spring Dry Cleaners30 Spring StreetLondon W2 1JAt: 020 7723 9457

Supreme DryCleaners33 Norfolk PlaceLondon W2 1QHt: 020 7402 6876

Suvari’s Dry Cleaners23 Sheldon SquareLondon W2 6PYt: 020 7289 2205

doctors, dentists,opticians &chemists

Abi Dental Care5B Sheldon SquareLondon W2 6HY t: 020 7286 2626

Apek Pharmacy107 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NTt: 020 7724 8698

Cambridge CourtDental Practice4 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1ULt: 020 7262 3334

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Dentist@W23-4 Norfolk PlaceLondon W2 1QNt: 020 7402 4024

Lauder & ReesOpticians119 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RWt: 020 7262 2514

Milne House Medical Centre1 Norfolk SquareLondon W2 1RUt: 020 7723 7891

Paddington Dental Practice17 Craven RoadLondon W2 3BPt: 020 7723 6106

Sacs Eyewear14 Spring StreetLondon W2 3RAt: 020 7402 4404

St Mary’s HospitalPraed StreetLondon W2 1NYt: 020 7886 6666

Superdrug2 Praed StreetLondon W2 1JBt: 020 7723 2758

West Two Health33-35 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NRt: 020 7262 1307

chiropractor &chiropodistBody 4 LifeHealthcare1 Sussex GardensLondon W2 2SFt: 020 7402 8999

The London Spine & Joint Clinic14 Norfolk PlaceLondon W2 1QJt: 020 7706 7003

chinese herbal clinicNatural Herbs37 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NRt: 020 7706 8866

entertainment,leisure & sport

Apex Sports4 Sheldon SquareLondon W2 6EZt: 020 7266 1759

Cannons Health Club2 Sheldon SquareLondon W2 6EZt: 020 7289 4686

Ladbrokes Casinoand Sports Bar1 Eastbourne TerraceLondon W2 1BAt: 020 3238 1000

Metro Golf19 Sheldon SquareLondon W2 6EPt: 020 7266 7950

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estate agents &property services

Alliance Residential –Commercial183 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RHt: 020 7706 1600

Compass Real Estate6 Star StreetLondon W2 1QDt: 020 7262 7233

Empire Estates Ltd30 Norfolk PlaceLondon W2 1QHt: 020 7706 8111

Foundation Estates7 Spring StreetLondon W2 3RAt: 020 7262 6060

Fraser & Co11 WestcliffeApartments 1 South Wharf RoadLondon W2 1JBt: 020 7723 5645

Gordon & Co 6 London StreetLondon W2 1HRt: 020 7724 4477

HamptonsInternational4C Praed StreetLondon W2 1JXt: 020 7723 0592

Kenwood Estate Agency 23 Spring StreetLondon W2 1JAt: 020 7402 3141

Macmillans10 Sale PlaceLondon W2 1PXt: 020 7723 3675

Prime CommercialProperties 7 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NJt: 020 7706 4555

Ship ShapeConstruction12 London MewsLondon W2 1HYt: 020 7706 2018

Sinclairs1 Spring StreetLondon W2 3RAt: 020 7298 1550

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Springfields Letting Agents2 Spring StreetLondon W2 3RAt: 020 7706 3355

Winkworth16 Spring StreetLondon W2 3RAt: 020 7262 2900

building consultantengineersTroup Bywaters andAnders51 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NRt: 020 7565 5666

property financeSow & Reap31 Southwick StreetLondon W2 1JQt: 0845 900 3333

propertymanagementC M PropertyDevelopment 5A Praed StreetLondon W2 1NJt: 020 7411 4012

DoubleU2

37 Southwick StreetLondon W2 1JQt: 020 7706 0000

quantity surveyorsMercer & Miller / PQS Management Ltd 39 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NRt: 020 7262 3800

foodstores, off licences & newsagents

Budgens171-173 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RHt: 020 7402 3117

Continental Foods24 Craven RoadLondon W2 3PXt: 020 7402 9250

Euro Foods12 Craven RoadLondon W2 3PXt: 020 7262 6800

Food City19-21 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NJt: 020 7402 1333

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Khan Traders7 Norfolk PlaceLondon W2 1QLt: 020 7402 1876

One Stop Food & Wine19a Craven RdLondon W2 3BPt: 020 7706 4325

Portland Food & Wine15 London StreetLondon W2 1HLt: 020 7262 2528

Sainsbury’s Local12a Sheldon SquareLondon W2 6PY t: 020 7289 6469

Springfare 4-5 Spring StreetLondon W2 3RAt: 020 7723 9304

Supersave Stores125 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RLt: 020 7706 7394

Tesco Express4 South Wharf RoadLondon W2 1JYt: 0845 026 9156

Unique Traders(Newsagents &Grocers)31 Norfolk PlaceLondon W2 1QHt: 020 7262 7657

newsagents Desai News19 Spring StreetLondon W2 1JAt: 020 7723 8479

Moonlight Newsshop87 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NTt: 020 7402 1439

Patson Newsagents3-4 London StreetLondon W2 1HLt: 020 7723 8938

off licencesCheers Wine Shop15 Craven RoadLondon W2 3BPt: 020 7706 4684

Thresher14 London StreetLondon W2 1HLt: 020 402 5673

gifts, jewellery,souvenirs &accessories

Discreet (Adult)12 Norfolk PlaceLondon W2 1QLt: 020 706 1743

GB Souvenirs16 Craven RoadLondon W2 3PXt: 020 7706 7105

H & T Pawn Brokers63 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NSt: 020 7723 5736

Instyle PaddingtonGift Shop161 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RLt: 020 7706 0324

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London Souvenirs & Gifts117 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RLt: 020 7262 4773

Teaspoon195 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RHt: 020 7402 0499

Under a Tenner23-25 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NJt: 020 7706 3999

hairdressers &grooming

AndrewsHairdressing Salon103 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NTt: 020 7723 5648

Charlie’s BarberShop31 Spring StreetLondon W2 1JAt: 020 7706 9877

Class Hair Styles81 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NSt: 020 7402 0106

Contrasti10 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RLt: 020 7616 7394

Hair London5 Craven RoadLondon W2 3BPt: 020 7262 6786

Head Masters2 Praed StreetLondon W2 1JXt: 020 7402 9191

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The Tanning Shop89-91 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RLt: 020 7402 4856

Toni & Guy12 Sheldon SquareLondon W2 4EZt: 020 7266 2661

Twin Cut69 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NSt: 020 7723 3231

Unique Style59 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NSt: 0778 797 1288

male hair removalThe Sugar Shop35 Southwick StreetLondon W2 1JQt: 020 7402 1400

home,household & security

shoe repairs & key cuttingDistinctive Shoe Repairs3 Norfolk PlaceLondon W2 1QNt: 020 7460 6610

M K Studio75-77 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NSt: 020 7724 7422

antiques & restorationFransesConservation11 Spring StreetLondon W2 3RAt: 020 7976 1234

HJ Hatfield & Sons42 St Michael’s StreetLondon W2 1QPt: 020 7622 8169

electrical products(wholesale)GF Electrical Ltd11 Bouverie PlaceLondon W2 1RBt: 020 7402 1422

security systems & installationBarry BrothersSecurity121-123 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RLt: 020 7262 2450

M & L Associates9 Bouverie PlaceLondon W2 1RBt: 020 7402 9911

Did you know?Each year Heathrow Express travels the equivalent ofalmost four times the distance to the moon, or 37 timesaround the world.

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internet cafés &mobile phones

CarphoneWarehouseUnit 3 West End QuayPraed Street(Near Harbet Road)London W2 1JXt: 0870 142 1285

Euro Comm LtdInternet Café5 London StreetLondon W2 1HLt: 020 7402 5432

Reload.com197 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RHt: 020 7262 4113

media,communications& design

advertising & marketingAdzone191-195 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RHt: 020 7298 5550

ChilworthCommunications106 Star StreetLondon W2 1QFt: 020 7706 1014

DDB London 12 Bishop’s Bridge RoadLondon W2 6AAt: 020 7258 3979

International Agenda 18 Spring StreetLondon W2 3RAt: 020 7479 9740

JC Decaux 27 Sale PlaceLondon W2 1YRt: 020 7298 8000

Westbourne TerraceManagementServices(Part of WPP) 121-141 Westbourne TerraceLondon W2 6JRt: 020 7262 5077

architecturalvisualisation Hayes DavidsonGroup 21 Conduit PlaceLondon W2 1HSt: 020 7262 4100

film Olsberg/SPI andDakota Films (De Young)4 Junction MewsLondon W2 1PNt: 020 7402 1300

OutriderInternational 92 Star StreetLondon W2 1QFt: 020 7723 6021

Poisson RougePictures Ltd6 London StreetLondon W2 1HLt: 020 7262 4383

graphic designWeb Scarlett de Vlam12 Junction MewsLondon W2 1PNt: 020 7706 8076

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music publishingBryan MorrisonMusic1 Star StreetLondon W2 1QDt: 020 7706 7304

public relations & mediaFreerangeCommunications18 Spring StreetLondon W2 3RAt: 020 7402 9966

Tribeca New Media Communications40 Southwick StreetLondon W2 1JQt: 020 7402 3133

postal services

Mailboxes Etc61 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NSt: 020 7706 3666

Post Office 128-142 Praed StreetLondon W2 1AAt: 0845 722 3344At the time of print thePost Office Counter isscheduled to move to theeastern end of PraedStreet in West End Quay.

printing, copying& photographic

photographicCartridge World85 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NTt: 020 7706 2656

Foto Sprint191 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RHt: 020 7723 8588

Snappy Snaps71 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NSt: 020 7706 2542

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printing and copyingKall Kwik13 Spring StreetLondon W2 3RAt: 020 7402 2300

recruitment & training

construction & trade recruitmentAmazon Personnel 6 Star StreetLondon W2 1QDt: 0870 033 1900

Meridian Search & Selection12 Southwick MewsLondon W2 1JGt: 020 7402 6633

Ship ShapeResources12 London MewsLondon W2 1HYt: 020 7706 2018

education & immigrationadvisory serviceStudy Overseas UK159 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RLt: 020 7262 2666

marketing recruitmentSpectrum MarketingRecruitment20-22 Craven RoadLondon W2 3PXt: 020 7724 0211

recruitment centre for paddingtonPaddington First143-145 Harrow RoadLondon W2 1JPt: 020 7087 8080

volunteeringTime for PaddingtonBridge House63-65 North Wharf RoadLondon W2 1LA t: 020 3145 1200

Volunteer CentreWestminster53-55 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NRt: 020 7402 8076

solicitors,accountants &insurance

chartered accountantsAston Draycott Caprini House163-173 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RHt: 020 7402 2223

Gregory Michaels &Co6 Southwick MewsLondon W2 1JGt: 020 7723 1816

Ian Franses Associates24 Conduit PlaceLondon W2 1EPt: 020 7262 1199

Stein Richards10 London MewsLondon W2 1HYt: 020 7402 7070

solicitorsWGS Solicitors 133 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RNt: 020 7723 1656

Did you know?Sheldon Square was the original site of PaddingtonStation until 1854 when Brunel's station opened onits current site.

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William Heath & Co 16 Sale Place London W2 1PXt: 020 7402 3151

risk managementLandau & MansonFinance House 19 Craven RoadLondon W2 3BP t: 020 7723 1100

managementconsultantsEgremont Group 11 London MewsLondon W2 1HYt: 020 7298 7878

FinnamoreManagementConsultants 5A Praed StreetLondon W2 1NJt: 020 7479 9720

travel & tourism

Choice Holidays37 Southwick StreetLondon W2 1JQt: 020 7402 7411

Flight Centre4B Praed StreetLondon W2 1JXt: 020 7258 7595

Jumbo Travel105 Praed StreetLondon W2 1NTt: 020 7258 0295

Latin Travel19C Craven RoadLondon W2 3BPt: 020 7447 2750

Travelmood 5A Praed StreetLondon W2 1NJt: 020 7087 8400

Big Bus CompanySightseeing Tours of Londont: 020 7233 9533

hotel & theatrebookingsLondon HotelReservation Centre (LHRC)145 Praed StreetLondon W2 1RLt: 020 7706 0900

Did you know?Marble Arch was built as the main entrance toBuckingham Palace in 1828 and was movedto its present position in 1851.


staying in PaddingtonWhether you’re here on business or pleasure, with family or friends, splashing out or saving up, you’ll find Paddingtonis the perfect location for your stay in London.

With a wealth of restaurants, bars, pubs, shops and cafés on your doorstep, as well as unrivalled transport links acrossthe capital and beyond, Paddington’s central location is sureto please.

There are almost 100 hotels within a few minutes walk of the station, from the ultra-modern to the charmingly historic,there is something for everyone with a varied range of hotelsto suit any budget.

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AA – Automobile AssociationVB – VisitBritainEngland’s official nationwide quality assessmentscheme. Ratings made easy:

AA Budget Budget Hotel

* Simple, practical, no frills** Well presented and well run

*** Good level of quality and comfort**** Excellent standard throughout

***** Exceptional with a degree of luxury

£££ Delmere HotelBest WesternAA ** / VB **128-130 SussexGardensLondon W2 1UBt: 020 7706 3344

£££ The Darlington Hyde Park Hotel 111-117 SussexGardensLondon W2 2RUt: 020 7460 8800

£££ The GreshamHotel116 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1UAt: 020 7402 2920

£££ Hilton London Metropole VB ****225 Edgware RoadLondon W2 1JUt: 020 7402 4141

£££ Hilton London Paddington VB ****146 Praed StreetLondon W2 1EEt: 020 7850 0500

£££ Hotel IndigoLondon – PaddingtonAA **** 16 London StreetLondon W2 1HLt: 020 7835 2000(Opening Autumn 2008)

£££ Norfolk Plaza Hotel AA ****29-33 Norfolk SquareLondon W2 1RXt: 020 7723 0792

£££ Novotel LondonPaddingtonAA ****3 Kingdom StreetLondon W2 6BDt: 020 7266 6000 (Opening Autumn 2008)

£££ The Pavilion Hotel34-36 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1ULt: 020 7262 0905

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£££ Quality CrownPaddingtonAA ****144 Praed StreetLondon W2 1HUt: 020 7706 8888

£££ Quality CrownHotel Hyde ParkAA ***8-14 Talbot SquareLondon W2 1TSt: 020 7262 6699

£££ Royal Park Hotel3 Westbourne TerraceLondon W2 3ULt: 020 7479 6600

££ Abbey Court & Westpoint Hotel VB ***168-174 SussexGardensLondon W2 1TPt: 020 7402 0011

££ Adare Hotel153 Sussex GardensLondon W2 2RYt: 020 7262 0633

££ Admiral HotelAA ***143 Sussex GardensLondon W2 2RYt: 020 7723 7309

££ Albro House Hotel155 Sussex GardensLondon W2 2RYt: 020 7724 2931

££ Alexandra HotelVB ***159 Sussex GardensLondon W2 2RYt: 020 7402 6471

££ Ashley Hotel15 Norfolk SquareLondon W2 1RUt: 020 7723 3375

££ Athena Hotel110-114 SussexGardensLondon W2 1UAt: 020 7706 3866

££ Avon Hotel50 Norfolk SquareLondon W2 1RTt: 020 7706 0024

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££ Balmoral House Hotel156-157 SussexGardensLondon W2 2RYt: 020 7723 7445

££ Belvedere Hotel 52-54 Norfolk SquareLondon W2 1RTt: 020 7723 8848

££ Berkeley Court Hotel94 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1UHt: 020 7723 4801

££ Beverley House Hotel142 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1UBt: 020 7723 3380

££ Border Hotel14 Norfolk SquareLondon W2 1RS

££ Boulevard Hotel10 Norfolk PlaceLondon W2 1QLt: 020 7706 9911

££ Brynteg Hotel 109 Sussex GardensLondon W2 2RUt: 020 7723 7315

££ Camelot House Hotel18-20 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1ULt: 020 7723 2219

££ Cardiff HotelVB ***5-9 Norfolk SquareLondon W2 1RUt: 020 7723 9068

££ Castleton Hotel164-166 SussexGardensLondon W2 1UDt: 020 7706 4666

££ Classic Hotel92 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1UHt: 020 7706 7776

££ Days Inn Hyde ParkAA budget148-152 SussexGardensLondon W2 1UDt: 020 7723 2939

££ Dolphin Hotel32-34 Norfolk SquareLondon W2 1RTt: 020 7402 4949

££ Europa House HotelVB **151 Sussex GardensLondon W2 2RYt: 020 7723 7343

££ Fairways Hotel186 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1TUt: 020 7723 8040

££ Four Stars Hotel26-28 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1ULt: 020 7402 5523

££ Gower Hotel129 Sussex GardensLondon W2 2RXt: 020 7262 2262

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££ Haven Hotel6-8 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1ULt: 020 7723 5481

££ Hotel Columbus141 Sussex GardensLondon W2 2RXt: 020 7262 0974

££ Hotel Sophia5A London StreetLondon W2 1HL t: 020 7706 0001

££ Hyde Park Court Hotel48 Norfolk SquareLondon W2 1RTt: 020 7723 3050

££ Kingsway Park HotelAA *** / VB ***139 Sussex GardensLondon W2 2RXt: 020 7723 5677

££ Lancaster Court Hotel202-204 SussexGardensLondon W2 3UAt: 020 7402 8438

££ Mina House Hotel21-23 Craven RdLondon W2 3BUt: 020 7402 3267

££ Mitre HouseHotelAA **178-186 SussexGardensLondon W2 1TUt: 020 7723 8040

££ Nayland HotelVB ****132-134 SussexGardensLondon W2 1UBt: 020 7723 4615

££ Norfolk Towers Hotel 34 Norfolk PlaceLondon W2 1QWt: 020 7262 3123

££ Normandie Hotel96 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1UH t: 020 7402 9456

££ Olympic House Hotel138-140 SussexGardensLondon W2 1UBt: 020 7723 5935

££ Orchard Hotel86-90 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1UHt: 020 7723 0370

££ Queensway Hotel147-149 SussexGardensLondon W2 2RYt: 020 7723 7749

££ Rhodes HotelVB ***195 Sussex GardensLondon W2 2RJt: 0870 870 7577

££ Rose Court Hotel1-3 Talbot SquareLondon W2 1TRt: 020 7723 8671

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££ Royal Cambridge Hotel124-126 SussexGardensLondon W2 1UBt: 020 7873 0000

££ Royal Norfolk Hotel25 London StreetLondon W2 1HHt: 020 7723 3386

££ Seymour Hotel106 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1UHt: 020 7723 4801

££ ShakespeareHotel22-28 Norfolk SquareLondon W2 1RSt: 020 7402 4646

££ Springfield Hotel154 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1UDt: 020 7723 9898

££ St David’s HotelVB **16-20 Norfolk SquareLondon W2 1RSt: 020 7723 3856

££ Stylotel160-162 SussexGardensLondon W2 1UDt: 020 7723 1026

££ The Edward Hotel1A Spring StreetLondon W2 3RAt: 020 7262 2671

££ The Omega Hotel136 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1UBt: 020 7402 7209

££ Tudor Court Hotel10-12 Norfolk SquareLondon W2 1RSt: 020 7723 6553

££ Warwick Hostel6-8 Norfolk SquareLondon W2 1RSt: 020 7402 2325

££ White House Hotel102 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1UHt: 020 7723 4801

££ Winrose Hotel24 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1ULt: 020 7723 5656

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£ ABC Hotel121 Sussex GardensLondon W2 2RUt: 020 7706 4660

£ Ascot Hyde ParkHotel11 Craven RoadLondon W2 3BPt: 020 7402 5447

£ Astoria Hotel100 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1UHt: 020 7723 8103

£ Belmont Hotel104 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1UHt: 020 7723 8103

£ Bluedaws Hotel133-135 SussexGardensLondon W2 2RXt: 020 7723 6040t: 020 7262 6314

£ Cecil Court Hotel16 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1ULt: 020 7262 3881

£ Continental Hotel36-42 Norfolk SquareLondon W2 1RTt: 020 7723 3926

£ Falcon Hotel11 Norfolk SquareLondon W2 1RUt: 020 7723 8603

£ Hamilton’s Hotel32 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1ULt: 020 7706 8642

£ Hyde Park Rooms HotelVB **137 Sussex GardensLondon W2 2RXt: 020 7723 0225

£ LondonCentral Hotel119 Sussex GardensLondon W2 2RUt: 020 7723 3311

£ Mandalay Picton House Hotel122 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1UBt: 020 7723 5479

£ Metro Hotel7 Craven RoadLondon W2 3BPt: 020 7402 4100

£ Monopole Hotel98 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1UH

£ Pacific Hotel108 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1UAt: 020 7723 5312

£ St George Hotel46 Norfolk SquareLondon W2 1RTt: 020 7402 6462

£ The Lodge Hotel44 Norfolk SquareLondon W2 1RTt: 020 7262 4406

£ Tony’s House Hotel30 Norfolk SquareLondon W2 1RSt: 020 7402 4114

£ Ventures Hotel12-14 Sussex GardensLondon W2 1ULt: 020 7706 0846


Hyde ParkLondon, W2 t: 020 7298 2100There is something for everyone in HydePark - with over 4,000 trees, a lake, horse-riding, tennis, restaurants and cafés. www.royalparks.org.uk

Kensington GardensLondon, W2 2UHt: 020 7298 2000Planted with avenues of trees, borderedwith ornamental flower beds, KensingtonGardens is home to Kensington Palace,the Albert Memorial, the Peter PanStatue, the Serpentine Gallery and thePrincess Diana Memorial Playground.www.royalparks.org.uk

Little Venice and the Regent's CanalLondon, W2 The picturesque pool of Little Venicemarks the point where the PaddingtonBranch of the Grand Union Canal meetsthe Regent's Canal. This is the perfectplace to embark on a leisurely walk alongthe peaceful green towpath to Regent'sPark, London Zoo or Camden Lock andits vibrant market stalls.

Norfolk Square GardensLondon, W2 t: 020 7641 5271Seconds away from Paddington Station,just off London Street, Norfolk SquareGardens is a beautiful enclave, withmature trees for reading in the shade, andbenches for sitting in the sun. Managedby City of Westminster Parks Service.

Take a stroll along the canal to Little Venice or a short walk toHyde Park and Kensington Gardens. Along with local railedgardens such as Norfolk Square there are plenty of places inand around Paddington to enjoy the open air.

local parks & open spaces

Paddington Guided Walkswww.inpaddington.com

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Rembrandt GardensWarwick Avenue, W2 t: 020 7641 5271A beautiful setting, next to the Pool ofLittle Venice, Rembrandt Gardens offersthe tranquility of the waterside, amongstwonderful greenery. Toilet facilities onsite, managed by City of WestminsterParks Service.

Talbot SquareLondon, W2 1TSt: 020 7641 5271Easily missed, but wonderful when youfind it, Talbot Square is well worth thevisit. Mature trees and plants, a stone'sthrow from Paddington Station andLancaster Gate. Managed by City ofWestminster Parks Service.

Sheldon SquareLondon, W2 6PYt: 020 7266 7445Named after Sir Joseph Sheldon and hisbrother Daniel, nephews of the Bishop ofLondon, who became tenants and built anew church in 1679, the predecessor ofSt Mary's Church in Paddington. SheldonSquare is a magnificent amphitheatre,designed by architects Sidell Gibson,where you can sit in the sunshine enjoying a salad or a sandwich. Part of the PaddingtonCentral scheme, live musicis provided over the summer months.

A ten minute walk will take you tothe heart of Hyde Park, a Royal Park since 1536 when Henry VIIIacquired the land. Take a strollaround the famous Serpentine lakeand you will reach the adjoiningKensington Gardens, home to thestunning Italian Fountain Gardensand the Albert Memorial. Otherhighlights include the SerpentineGallery, Kensington Palace and the Peter Pan Statue. In recentyears visitors have also flocked to the gardens to visit the Diana,Princess of Wales MemorialFountain, playground and sevenmile memorial walk.


A short walk or a few stops on the Undergroundcan take you from Paddington to any number of topLondon attractions. Here are just a few that you won’twant to miss during your stay.

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A five minute walk along the canaland you’re in Little Venice, an oasisof leafy calm where the GrandUnion Canal meets the Regent’sCanal. Originally given its name byRobert Browning, Little Venice isnow home to the delightfulWaterside Café, and the excellentWarwick Castle pub, as well asattractions such as the PuppetTheatre Barge, the CascadeFloating Art Gallery and stunningItalianate architecture. It’s also agreat starting point for a walk alongthe towpath. Head east and you willfind yourself at Camden Lock,home of the famous Camdenmarket and a stone’s throw fromRegent’s Park and London Zoo.

From Paddington’s Bakerloo LineStation you can be at WaterlooStation within 15 minutes, home ofthe London Eye. The world’slargest observation wheel, the Eyestands 135 metres high and willtake you on a 30-minute ‘flight’ overLondon. Each high-tech capsulecan accommodate up to 25 peopleand you can even book your owncapsule for a special occasion. Formore information and booking call0870 5000 600.

From here, take a short walk eastalong the river to the impressiveTate Modern, or Shakespeare’shistoric Globe Theatre.

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A quick trip on the Circle Line fromPaddington and you will be in SouthKensington, home to some of thebest museums in London includingthe Natural History Museum andthe Science Museum. Children andadults alike will enjoy the interactivedisplays with push-button gadgets,live science experiments and IMAX3D cinema. Don’t miss the NaturalHistory Museum’s dinosaurcollection and enormous life-sizemodel of a blue whale. Also close byis the world class art and designcollection in the stunning Victoriaand Albert Museum.

One stop further on the Circle Linewill take you to Harrods, one of theworld’s most famous departmentstores. Established as a humblegrocery store in 1849, Harrods hasgrown to encompass 20 in-storerestaurants offering everyimaginable cuisine as well asdepartments selling everythingfrom food to footwear, furniture tofashion. Must-see sights include theFood Halls and the extraordinaryPet Department.

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Make the most ofPaddington’s excellent raillinks to the west and Walesby taking a day-trip to one ofthese top destinations. Withjourney times of around twohours or less, you can enjoya full day of exploring and stillmake it back to Paddingtonin time for dinner.

WindsorJust 20 minutes from Paddington ishistoric Windsor, home to one of theQueen’s residences. Visit the famousWindsor Castle built by William theConqueror and soak up the splendidinteriors strewn with great works ofart, or take a ride in a horse drawncarriage or an open top bus andenjoy the 17th century architectureand cobbled streets off Castle Hill.Alternatively splash out in the greatmix of famous stores and smallindependent shops or takeadvantage of the wonderfulselection of restaurants and cafés.

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OxfordAround an hour from Paddington isOxford, one of England’s mostfamous University towns. The sheerbeauty of Oxford’s colleges andriverside setting alone make it agreat destination for a day-trip, notto mention the museums, literarylinks, film and TV locations,shopping, music and theatre. Enjoycandlelit evensong at a collegechapel, watch a Shakespeare play inthe park, or hire a punt and take tothe water and then make the mostof Oxford’s lively mix of restaurants,cafés, pubs and bars which give thishistoric city its cosmopolitan buzz.

BathAn hour and a half west of Londonlies Bath, a diverse city combininghoney-coloured Georgian crescents,terraces and squares with healingwaters bubbling from natural hotsprings under Roman Baths. Youcan take a dip at the new state-of-the-art Thermae Bath Spa Complexor enjoy a more historic afternoonsipping tea in the 18th century PumpRoom next to Bath Abbey whereEdgar, England’s first king wascrowned back in 937AD. Alternatively,visit the Pulteney Bridge, lined with250 year old shops, and the nearbyriverside gardens.

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BristolAlso around an hour and a half fromPaddington is Bristol, best known forits naval heritage but increasinglypopular for its vibrant nightlife andtop class shopping. Step back intime with the city’s excellent rangeof museums and galleries, as wellas Brunel’s SS Great Britain andJohn Cabot’s ship, the Matthew, twoexamples of Bristol’s wonderfullypreserved living history. In theevening head down to the newlydeveloped waterfront for a host ofrestaurants, bars and clubs or takeadvantage of the city’s thrivingtheatre scene.

Valleys of South WalesYou may have a picture in your mind of the Valleys but it probablyneeds an update. A visit to theValleys of today will spring somesurprises. For a start you won’t see any coal mines unless they areheritage sites. What you will see are lakes and woodlands and aroller coaster landscape of hillsdotted with friendly towns andvillages. These hills are made forwalking, cycling and exploring, youjust don’t know what you’ll comeacross, from medieval castles andchurches to World Heritage Sites.You may even spot the Tardis or analien, as South Wales is the home ofDr Who and Torchwood.

The new Ebbw Valley rail link meansthat every corner of the valleys canbe reached by train. So don’t leave ittoo long for that update and don’tjust take our word for it as the Valleyswere top of the ratings in the newRough Guide to Wales.


useful informationMetropolitan PolicePaddington Green Police Station2-4 Harrow Road London W2 IXJt: 020 7402 1212

St Mary’s HospitalPraed Street, London W2 1NYAccident and Emergency located on South Wharf Roadt: 020 7886 6666

NHS DirectFor confidential health advice and information 24 hours a dayt: 0845 46 47

Transport for LondonFor information on buses, trains andunderground visit www.tfl.gov.uk or t: 020 7222 1234

Westminster City Council’sEnvironment Action LineAssistance with litter, waste and noiset: 020 7641 2000

In an emergency, where someone is in danger, please dial 999.

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© Third edition, published September 2008.

With thanks to Brian Jenner for compiling theinitial eating out reviews and Bryan Gorin for the“Did you know?” information.

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