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sourbugger Says: Someone I know around these parts claims that the very famous scene from "Carry on Camping" where Babs Windsor's bra 'pings' into the face of Kenneth Williams during morning exercises at the 'Paradise Campsite' was filmed in her back Garden.I have been unable to prove this...
Visiting the local park - Fassnidge Park
gordonilla Says: After about 10 years of living in both Uxbridge and nearby Ickenham, I finally decided to visit the park located nearest my home. I have lived there for about 4 years and this was my first visit to Fassnidge Park. It is a park with -skate board parktennis courtsbowling...
Lynch Green and the martyrs' memorial
gordonilla Says: Three protestant men were burnt at the stake at Lynch Green in 1555 due to their beliefs - the cemetery that was in operation between 1576 to 1855 had a memorial erected in their memory. It still is visible to those who pass it to this day.
Auberge: That touch of France you always need
gordonilla Says: The food is a mix, but basically French. There are quite a diverse range of items on the menu from mussels to kangaroo. Good service, excellent food and they even take Amex!There are a number of areas in Auberge to eat and drink - there is a bar, a restaurant, an upstairs...
Pizza Express: Pizza, Pizza, Pizza
gordonilla Says: I enjoy having a light lunch here, the staff are friendly and the service is fast. They even sell Coke, chilled in the glass bottle. Located next door to the entrance of the cinema is an added benefit.They have split the restaurant into smoking and non smoking areas. There...
The Waters Edge: By the canal....
gordonilla Says: Interesting bar, eatery and function room. The establishment is located on the waterside and is well frequented by locals and others.For a number of years, our office has held an annual quiz night at The Waters Edge. These have been good fun and always very...
Coffee Break: Where I used to get my hair cut!
gordonilla Says: I called in for a coffee and cake after a lunch in a nearby pub. This was in fact where I used to get my hair cut. I even sat in the spot where I used to be attended to by my barber, Mark (who now works across the street in another barber's shop).It is a apleasant enough...
The Fig Tree: A saturday afternoon pub lunch
gordonilla Says: I called in to The Fig Tree for lunch on a Saturday afternoon - it was busy outside, and inside there were a few people eating, however most of the customers inside were standing at the bar. The word "regulars" seems to be the best description.The staff were freindly and the...
The Metropolitan: Sunday Lunch
gordonilla Says: This was an impromptu stop for something to eat one May Bank Holiday weekend. It was a reasonably good menu. the staff were quite professional, students I think. It was a fairly young crowd of customers. the burgers and enchiladas were good.
Tiger Cubs: Give everything a try - the most consistent Indian
IanKelders Says: A converted timber-framed pub on the Oxford Road (No 74), it has absolutely everything for a great dining experience.Decor is wonderful (in a contemporary sense) and the food significantly different from the mainstream fare. Just as importantly, the management and staff are...
The Quayside Bistro: Down by the Willowtree Marina
gordonilla Says: This is a pleasant place to visit and have lunch. The staff are professional and there is a good menu too! Again I should say it is not strcitly speaking in Uxbridge, but in Yeading which is another location within the London Borough of Hillingdon. try the duck and chicken...
Slug & Lettuce (ex. Hogshead): Pubs of Uxbridge #3
pmarshuk Says: Typical of the chain - not too much atmosphere but gets very busyOne of the few town centre pubs to have a pool table.As with many other Hogshead pubs in the area have now been changed to a Slug and Lettuce. In many ways not a lot else has changed
The Old Bill: Pubs of Uxbridge #1
pmarshuk Says: Originally the old police station, now a theme pub in the Greene King chainGets very busy with a young and lively crowd at weekends, but the music is very loud.In summer the garden is one of the best in central Uxbridge - but very crowdedNow under new management and a...
gordonilla Says: The London Underground services of Piccadilly and Metropolitan lines terminate at Uxbridge Station. This is located in the heart of the town centre and immediately next to it is the bus station/terminus.The buses take you further into the London Borough of Hillingdon,...
sourbugger Says: Uxbridge lies just inside the M25, and gives the appearance of a medium sized provincial town. Except that is for one vital difference - it lies right on the end of the Metropolitan and Piccadilly tube lines. As such it is very easily connected to central London. And Acton.
French Market in Uxbridge Town Centre: Seasonal Shopping
gordonilla Says: This event has been held for several years - however there does seem to be a concern each year about it. However it is a reasonable event and the stalls do sell a wide range of interesting foodstuffs and other goods.
The Mall aka The Pavilions: The older centre
gordonilla Says: This is a long existing shopping centre or mall, it is also home to a historic Uxbridge market. It is open 7 days per week - however, the shops have very varied opening hours.I am a frequent visitor, sadly earlier today (22.01.2011) I was told off for taking a photograph of...
gordonilla Says: This is a newer shopping centre or mall - it has a wide selction of shops and is split over two floors - also has access to an Odeon multiplex cinema.There are many well known shops and cafes - Debenhams, Starbucks, Boots, Next, Riverisland, Republic, FCUK, GAP, Madhouse and...
sourbugger Says: What do these films have in common ?Dr No The Carry On Series The Red Shoes Mission Impossible Entrapment Chitty, Chitty Bang, Bang The Fifth Element Interview With a Vampire Eyes Wide Shut Answer ? They were all made at Pinewood studios, just a few miles from Uxbridge. All...
Art Deco Supermarket (Grade 1)
sourbugger Says: At Perivale on the A40 heading out of London, just before Uxbridge, lies this impressive pile. If you happen to be taking this road out towards Oxford (and onto the M40) then look out for the Hoover building. Built in the 1930's, it was the head office and distribution...
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Uxbridge....the street is almost on the map. - I moved to my new home in May 2004, and it is quiet and peaceful. The picture shows the row of houses where I live. The street is a cul de sac and I happen to be almost at the end of it! Sadly you may...
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Uxbridge - Queen of the Thames
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Uxbridge....the street is almost on the map.
I moved to my new home in May 2004, and it is quiet and peaceful. The picture shows the row of houses where I live. The street is a cul de sac and I happen to be almost at the end of it! Sadly you may...
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Uxbridge is the nearest "town" to where I live so it's where I do a lot of shopping and drinking. It is actually quite and old place with a bit of history being an important staging post on the route...
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I went to university at Brunel University, in Uxbridge, from October 1992 to May 1996. Uxbridge is located in Middlesex, England's smallest county, to the west of London, near Heathrow Airport.
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