St John's Wood Society - SJW Festival 9/6/24

ST JOHN’S WOOD HIGH STREET FESTIVAL IS A SUCCESS!

The St John’s Wood High Street Festival that took place on Sunday, 9 June 2024 was a total triumph!

Whilst the day was originated and organised by the St John's Wood Society under the leadership of Linda Taggart, Christine Cowdray and Virginia Newman, it was a true community event with many contributing to its success.

The following were key sponsors without whom the event would not have taken place: Westminster City Council, in particular Councillors from Regent's Park Ward and Abbey Road Ward, and Trophaeum Asset Management.

Other sponsors/ advisors were: MCC/ Lord’s, England’s Grace, St John’s Hospice, Gail’s and Panzers.

We thank The Lord Mayor of Westminster and Lady Mayoress whose attendance brought dignity and glamour to the event as well as many other people who made it an extraordinary day for St John’s Wood.

The day consisted of Music …
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provided by Seb Collective with their carefully curated selection of brilliant up-and-coming talent, along with a wonderful opening jazz set thanks to Regent’s Park Music Festival.

Fashion…
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as the Fashion Show in the street brought together an amazing group of people led by the show's producers Anna Calka-Fenton, Store Manager at REISS.

Activities…

with Peppa Pig a great hit in addition to the fire engine, police car and the many fun activities in shops and on the road.

Pets…with the delightfully entertaining Pooch Parade curated and delivered by St John’s Pet Shop and Creature Comforts, and a certain amount of help from the selected participants.

… and our wonderful community.

A massive thank you goes to the Volunteers who set up, brought down and marshalled the entire event. They were generously fed and watered by Gail’s and Panzers, and the event would not have happened without them.

We are immensely grateful to MCC/Lord’s who are so generous with their time and advice. They provided the children’s activities as well as using their skill and expertise to ensure that the event was safe and secure

We also appreciate the cooperation of Westminster City Council and Veolia in ensuring the street was looking its best for the event.

And finally our wonderful local police.

Thank you one and all for making this a truly memorable community event to celebrate our wonderful High Street.