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The Kensington Collection a Local Guide LOCAL AREA GUIDE coNTEnts OVERVIEW PAGE 02 LOCATION PAGE 04 INDULGE PAGE 06 DRINK PAGE 16 DINE PAGE 24 CAFÉ PAGE 32 CULTURE PAGE 38 SHOP PAGE 46 RELAX PAGE 54 NATURE PAGE 60 EDUCATE PAGE 66 01 THE KENSINGTON COLLECTION A LOCAL GUIDE St Edward's Kensington Collection will offer a magnificent collection of apartments designed for the luxury London lifestyle. Located in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, one of London’s most prestigious neighbourhoods and the perfect address for enjoying London life to the upmost. Some of the Capital’s most famous cultural attractions, restaurants and bars are close at hand, as well as an array of luxury shops, parks and concert halls. With many options a short stroll away, Kensington is a truly desirable address from which to discover the very best of what London has to offer. This local guide is merely an introduction to the prestigious Kensington area, where there is always something new and interesting waiting to be revealed amongst the historical greats and local institutions. 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