News & What’s On
The latest from across the Quarter
24 November 2023
Night Safety
There are a number of initiatives taking place in Westminster as well as across the capital to boost night time safety – especially important during this period of darker evenings…
24 November 2023
Summer In The Square Wins Award!
We are absolutely thrilled that our Summer in the Square event has been awarded Regional Event of the Year by the National Outdoor Events Association, in a dazzling awards ceremony…
13 November 2023
Local Christmas Events
In addition to our own Christmas Lights and walking tour, there’s plenty going on across the wider area to get you in the festive mood! Chiltern Street This year sees…
13 November 2023
Disability Awareness Training
A FREE online employer workshop on disability inclusion is taking place on Tuesday 21 November, 10.00 – 12.00. The session is aimed at employers in central London and across the…
13 November 2023
Christmas Lights Set To Add Extra Festive Sparkle!
From 20 November, even more of Marylebone’s charming streets will be transformed for the Christmas season as we launch a series of new dazzling festive lights. The displays will include…
13 November 2023
Protect Yourself From Theft
As many are aware, there has been a recent rise in theft incidents across central London. While in this area, crime levels remain low in comparison to other parts of…
13 November 2023
Happy 25th Birthday Home House!
This winter, the iconic Home House private members club on Portman Square is celebrating its 25th anniversary. Known for transforming the landscape of traditional members’ clubs as a haven for…
30 October 2023
Active Bystander Training
TfL is funding hundreds of places on free training sessions to empower people to take action to prevent or reduce harm when they encounter hate crime. The free 3-hour interactive…
30 October 2023
FREE Cycle Training
With the aim of making cycling safe, enjoyable and practical, Westminster Council is offering free cycling courses to anyone who lives, works or studies in Westminster. Sessions are available for…
30 October 2023
Dockless Bike Parking
The new bike parking restrictions with marked and virtual bays for dockless bikes and e-scooters have now gone live in the area south of Marylebone Road, to encourage more responsible…
30 October 2023
Chiltern Railways Public Briefing
Chiltern Railways is hosting a public briefing on 9 November at 18.00 and is extending the invitation to local businesses. The event, also being attended by local MP Nickie Aiken,…
30 October 2023
Make A Difference This Christmas
Baker Street Quarter – Christmas giving initiatives infographic Many of you have taken part in our various Smarter Giving charity activities over the years, with incredible generosity. Whether you are…
18 October 2023
School Career Support
As part of our Smarter Giving programme, we are working with several of our local secondary schools to invite businesses to get involved in their career and apprenticeship programmes coming…
18 October 2023
Marylebone Air Quality
Last month, a report was published into local air quality, following extensive monitoring across the area, and commissioned by the Marylebone Forum. The study was funded by Marylebone and Regent’s…
18 October 2023
Make It Marylebone Website Launch
We are excited to announce the launch of our brand-new destination website for the area, Make It Marylebone. The site is our new home for all things social and pleasure….
18 October 2023
ProtectUK App
The ProtectUK app enables you to access real-time information from Counter Terrorism (CT) Policing plus the latest protective security advice, wherever you are. The app is free to use and…
16 October 2023
Smarter Giving Update – October 2023
Our members have once again shown their commitment to supporting the local community over the last few months, with a range of superb volunteering and donating activities. Clothes Drive We…
16 October 2023
Placemaking Strategy Published
Last week saw the publication of our Placemaking Strategy for the Baker Street and the Marylebone area, produced in partnership with The Portman Estate, setting out a vision for the…
16 October 2023
Charity Hoardings On Baker Street
We were thrilled to see the hoardings go up around the development site at 25 Baker Street, promoting the amazing work of one of our local charities, The Marylebone Project….
16 October 2023
Westminster Wheels FREE Bike Check-Ups At Marylebone Station
We have been working with local social enterprise Westminster Wheels to deliver FREE bike servicing sessions at Marylebone station. Commuters, cyclists and those passing through will now be able to…
18 September 2023
Changes To Dockless Bikes And E-Scooter Parking
Westminster City Council has launched extensive plans to address the issue of dockless bikes and e-scooters being left on pavements across the borough. A network of new geofenced designated parking…
18 September 2023
Find The Words
Portman Marylebone has partnered with renowned street artist Andy Leek to deliver an autumn of public art that will spread optimism and joy across The Portman Estate’s 110-acre neighbourhood to…
18 September 2023
Selfridges In The Community
The team at Selfridges have been busy over the last few months taking part in various activities to support local charities and the community as part of our Smarter Giving…
18 September 2023
Marylebone Station Campaign
We’ve been working in partnership with Chiltern Railways to develop a promotion campaign that will be displayed throughout Marylebone station. The eye-catching and attractive posters, wall art and hoardings are…