Notting Hill Carnival: Over 100 roads to close, Notting Hill Gate shut to cars
Motorists face significant disruption across West London as the annual event returns for its 60th anniversary.
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West London will experience widespread traffic disruption over the bank holiday weekend as Notting Hill Carnival returns for its 60th anniversary. More than 100 roads will be closed across the borough, affecting travel from 6am on Sunday, August 30, until 6am on Tuesday, September 1. Parking restrictions will commence from 11:59pm on Saturday, August 29. Residents in the affected areas have been advised by Kensington and Chelsea Council to move their vehicles before the closures take effect.
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For the first time, Notting Hill Gate will be closed to all motorists except buses for the duration of the carnival. Exact timings for this specific closure are to be confirmed closer to the event. Traffic diversions will be in place via Addison Road, Kensington High Street, and Kensington Church Street. Roads south of Notting Hill Gate will be designated as access-only, with parking restrictions and enforcement measures in operation.
Transport for London Disruption
Transport for London (TfL) is anticipating significant crowd numbers and is encouraging attendees to travel to Paddington station and walk the remaining distance. This advice comes as many Tube stations nearer to the carnival route will face entry restrictions or closures. Ladbroke Grove station will be closed all day. Latimer Road may close temporarily and will shut at 11pm. Notting Hill Gate, Westbourne Park, Holland Park, Queensway, and Royal Oak stations will all have restricted entry at various times throughout the weekend.
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Shepherds Bush station will have no ticket facilities or down escalator access after 4pm. Kensal Green is expected to have long queues, and the Chamberlayne Road entrance at Kensal Rise will close at 6pm, after which a queueing system will be in place. Passengers are advised to check TfL updates before travelling, as stations may be closed if they become too busy.
Bus Diversions and Special Services
Numerous day and night bus routes will be diverted away from the carnival area due to the road closures. Affected daytime routes include the 7, 18, 23, 27, 28, 31, 36, 52, 70, 228, 295, 302, 316, and 328. Night bus diversions will affect routes N7, N27, N28, and N31. Special limited-stop bus services will operate across the weekend to provide access closer to the carnival perimeter.
Questions this report answers
+When will the roads be closed for Notting Hill Carnival?
Road closures will be in effect from 6am on Sunday, August 30, until 6am on Tuesday, September 1. Parking restrictions will begin earlier, from 11:59pm on Saturday, August 29.
+Will Notting Hill Gate be open to cars?
No, for the first time, Notting Hill Gate will be closed to all motorists except buses during the carnival weekend. Diversions will be in place for other traffic.
+Which Tube stations will be affected?
Several stations will have entry restrictions or closures, including Ladbroke Grove (closed all day), Latimer Road (may close temporarily), and Notting Hill Gate (no entry 11am-6pm). Other stations like Westbourne Park, Holland Park, Queensway, and Royal Oak will also have restrictions.
+What about bus services?
Many regular bus routes, both day and night, will be diverted due to road closures. Special limited-stop bus services will be available to get attendees closer to the carnival area.
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