Notting Hill Carnival 2026 to install 1,000 compostable toilets
Kensington and Chelsea Council confirms 200 staff and 30 vehicles for post-event clean-up
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Kensington and Chelsea Council will install 1,000 compostable, chemical-free toilets for the 2026 Notting Hill Carnival. The facilities, which include 480 cubicles, 600 urinals and over 40 accessible units, will be provided for the event taking place on Sunday 30 August and Monday 31 August.
The council will deploy 130 officers to manage licensing, environmental health and highways during the carnival. After the event, a clean-up team of 200 staff and 30 refuse vehicles will clear an estimated 300 tonnes of waste, as reported by MyLondon.
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Seaside trip for elderly residents
Twenty elderly residents living along the parade route will be taken on a seaside trip from 29 August to 1 September. The council has organised the trip in partnership with Age UK Kensington, though the destination remains undisclosed. MyLondon reported the scheme aims to provide respite for residents who may struggle to leave London independently.
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Several Tube stations will close or restrict access during the carnival weekend. Ladbroke Grove will close all day, while Latimer Road will shut at 11pm on both days. Notting Hill Gate, Westbourne Park and Holland Park will operate with entry restrictions, as detailed by MyLondon.
Paddington Station will remain open and is recommended as the least crowded access point. The Elizabeth line will also serve attendees travelling to and from the event.
Council prepares for 60th anniversary
The 2026 carnival marks the 60th anniversary of the event. Cllr Johnny Thalassites, lead member for resident services, planning and enforcement at Kensington and Chelsea Council, said: "While we’re welcoming visitors to our borough, we’re also thinking about licences, roads, toilets and how to clear 300 tonnes of rubbish."
It might not be the most glamorous side of Carnival, but it’s a huge team effort and one we’re proud to be a part of.
Cllr Johnny Thalassites, Kensington and Chelsea Council
Around 1,000 performers will take part in the National Panorama Competition for steel bands on the Saturday before the carnival. The event will feature 40 licensed sound systems and 250 food stalls, according to MyLondon.
What happens next
The council has not yet confirmed the seaside destination for the elderly residents’ trip. Further details on transport arrangements and licensing may be published closer to the event. Residents can contact the council for updates on road closures and waste collection schedules.
Questions this report answers
+How many toilets will be provided for Notting Hill Carnival 2026?
Kensington and Chelsea Council will supply 1,000 compostable, chemical-free toilets, including 480 cubicles and over 40 accessible units. The facilities are part of preparations for the event on 30-31 August 2026.
+Which Tube stations will close during the carnival?
Ladbroke Grove will close all day, while Latimer Road will shut at 11pm. Notting Hill Gate, Westbourne Park and Holland Park will restrict entry at various times, as reported by MyLondon.
+What happens to the waste after the carnival?
A clean-up team of 200 staff and 30 refuse vehicles will clear an estimated 300 tonnes of waste. The operation will begin after the event ends on 31 August 2026.
+Who is eligible for the seaside trip?
Twenty elderly residents living along the parade route will be taken on a seaside trip from 29 August to 1 September. The council has organised the trip in partnership with Age UK Kensington.
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