The upcoming weekend marks the return of the Notting Hill Carnival, a vibrant celebration of Caribbean culture in West London. Anticipating a massive turnout for the soca music and culinary delights, it is crucial to prepare for road closures, station disruptions, and the influx of spectators. Whether commuting by tube, bus, or on foot, detailed information on the Notting Hill Carnival route and available transportation services is essential.
To facilitate navigation, a Notting Hill Carnival map is accessible online to assist in visualizing road closures and pedestrian pathways. Key closures include Ladbroke Grove shutting down all day, Latimer Road closing at 11.30 pm with potential temporary closures, and restrictions at other locations like Notting Hill Gate, Westbourne Park, Holland Park, Royal Oak, Shepherd’s Bush, and Kensal Green.
Due to the event, daytime and night bus routes will be diverted, operating from specific points like the Prince of Wales pub on Harrow Road and Notting Hill Gate. Affected bus routes include 2, 7, 16, 18, 23, 27, 28, 31, 36, 46, 52, 70, 94, 98, 148, 205, 220, 228, 295, 316, 328, 332, 414, 452, N7, N16, N18, N27, N28, N31, N98, N205, and N207. Additionally, limited-stop services will operate exclusively for the weekend, with varied stops for convenient access.
In a unique collaboration, Transport for London (TfL) has partnered with Metroline and community group Phoenix Rising to introduce a Carnival bus featuring live steel pan performances during the parade. Emma Strain, TfL’s Customer Director, emphasized the Carnival’s representation of London’s diversity and Caribbean heritage, inviting attendees to plan journeys in advance using the TfL Go app or travel advice page due to expected station congestion.
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