Derby Hotel Kensington

Kensington History

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Derby Hotel Kensington is situated in Kensington area, which is one of the most sought after in central London.

The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea in central London has a remarkable history. History of Kensington says that in Victorian times, the borough became a center of excellence in academics and culture. Today Kensington is a home to famous London museums including the National History Museum, Science Museum, Victoria and Albert Museum and the world famous Royal Albert Hall. Imperial College, part of University of London, and the Royal College of Music were also established close to the museums.

Kensington history further says that the young Queen Victoria chose to build the large and intricate monument in memory of her beloved husband Prince Albert. Amongst the most famous of residents of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea in recent years was Princess Diana - at Kensington Palace, scene of the carpet of flowers left by admirers and shown on television screens around the world after her tragic accident. Up to now Kensington and Chelsea has retained its magical charm and the area buzzes with restaurants of every kind as well as being a major centre of London's nightlife.

Kensington High Street today is one of the most popular shopping places. With mostly upmarket brands, the High Street attracts a number of resident and tourist shoppers. South Kensington is another activity centre. Different from the High Street, South Kensington has a variety of small shops and a number of restaurants, bars and coffee shops. That's where ladies like to have lunch after the intense shopping. The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea also borders on two large and well known parks - Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens - themselves amongst the social spots over centuries, right up to the present day.

The Derby Hotel Kensington London is perfectly located minutes to Earls Court and Gloucester Road tube stations. It offers a good connection within central London and is just a few stops away from Paddington Station and its Heathrow Express connection and mainline rail services. Earls Court and Olympia Exhibition Centre are within walking distance and famous Kensington museums are minutes away. Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park, elegant shopping in Knightsbridge including Harrods and Harvey Nichols, are all easily reached.



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