Chelsea Holiday House and Lettings

History of Chelsea

Kensington and Chelsea first originated from Saxon settlements with both areas mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086. Royalty first moved into the area in 1689 when William III moved into Kensington Palace. Queen Victoria was born in Kensington Palace in 1819 and continued to reside there until her accession to the throne in 1837. With Queen Victoria's wishes, the title "Royal Borough" was given to Kensington in 1901, after her death.

About Chelsea:

Known for its shopping (Sloane Square and the King's Road), restaurants and historical associations, Chelsea is a fashionable and affluent area of west London, England bounded to the south by the River Thames. It frontage runs from Chelsea bridge along the Chelsea Embankment, Cheyne Walk, Lots Road and Chelsea Harbour. Chelsea Bridge Road and the lower half of Sloane Street, including Sloane Square defines the eastern boundary. The area north of the King's Road as far as northwest as the Fulham Road is part of Chelsea. The area fades into Knightsbridge and South Kensington to the north and northwest. Chelsea formed the Metropolitan Borough of Chelsea in the County of London from 1900, and until the creation of Greater London in 1965. However, the district is now part of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Each spring, the renowned Chelsea Flower Show is held in Chelsea. In the past, Chelsea had the reputation of being London's bohemian quarter, the favorite haunt of artists, radicals, painters and poets.

Shopping

If you have the money, Chelsea is a good place to spend. Chelsea has antique and boutique shops for affluent customers. You can buy organic food, fruits, vegetables, cosmetics and household essential at the Chelsea Farmers' Market. Splurge on jewellery, vintage and contemporary clothing, and accessories - everything from 1920s gowns at the Chelsea Shop Code. For more sophisticated designer wear, Amanda Wakeley is the right place. In Fulham you can buy furniture belonging to 18th, 19th and 20th century and lighting at Alastair Brown. You can check out for books, newspapers, magazines and stationery, confectionery, videos, DVDs and music at W H Smith. Not to be missed is Fulham Broadway Shopping Center.

Food

Enjoy every moment of your stay in Chelsea. Explore Chelsea as you dine in its fine restaurants. For Indian food, Chutney Mary Restaurant is a great place. You can simply gorge on Thai food, Nahm restaurant will serve you the best in Thai food. You can double your pleasure of dining and entertainment at the Rotana Lounge. As you deliciously savor the Lebanese cuisine, you are entertained by live music and belly dancers in the downstairs. In Fulham you are fill your appetite at Carluccios Caffe where you will be served Italian dishes. You can relish Greek cuisines at Fabrella Eating House.

Places to eat in Chelsea

  • Aubergine
  • Bibendum
  • The Botanist
  • Chutney Mary
  • Daphne's
  • The Enterprise
  • Le Cercle
  • Manicomio
  • The Painted Heron
  • Papillon
  • Rasoi Vineet
  • Restaurant Gordon Ramsay
  • Tom Aikens
  • Ziani

Places of interest near to Chelsea

  • Diana Princess Of Wales Memorial Fountain In Hyde Park
  • Science Museum
  • Natural History Museum
  • Victoria and Albert Museum
  • Natural History Museum
  • Victoria and Albert Museum
  • Science Museum