• Colin Jackson's marathon ends at Pimlico school

  By James_Mass at 15:40 on 19/01/12

  

  To celebrate the news that every primary school in the the Westminster area has signed up for the Tesco Great School Run programme Olympic medalist Colin Jackson has successfully completed a half marathon, which finished at Westminster Cathedral RC primary school in Pimlico.  Jackson's 15-mile route started at St Augustine's CE primary school in Kilburn and crossed the borough, passing the majority of Westminster's 39 primary...

• Gym'll fix it in Pimlico

  By James_Mass at 15:13 on 13/01/12

  

  January always signifies a fresh start, new beginnings, endless possibilities, renewed dreams, and resolutions made. For many, the first thing that needs a kick up the backside is our fitness. After the indulgent month of December, getting back to a trim and healthy weight/size is vital. So, if you are one of those who has vowed to join a local gym, then here's a roundup of some of Pimlico's best.  One of the most popular...

• Former boxer visits Pimlico Academy

  By James_Mass at 16:27 on 18/10/11

  

  Pimlico Academy received a special visit recently from a former professional boxer who used to be a pupil at Pimlico School.  Spencer Fearon, who is now a boxing promoter, was encouraged to pursue his talent in the sport by teachers at the school who saw his potential from the early age of 10. Fearon turned pro at 23 and in a seven-year career he won a series of fights in his home city of London and across the UK, winning...

• Help your child kickstart the month with the Mini-Kickstart programme in Pimlico

  By James_Mass at 10:42 on 01/09/11

  

  If your child has been living the life of riley for the past six weeks during their summer holidays and you've grown concerned over their eating habits and their penchant for unhealthy snacks then here is something you may want to encourage them to get involved with. A Mini-Kickstart programme will begin on Wednesday 13 September and will run for six weeks. It's a healthy lifestyle programme aimed at children aged between 2 and...

• Summer holiday activities in Pimlico

  By James_Mass at 15:30 on 22/07/11

  

  The summer holidays begin today for many students and teachers around the country, and for our locals who have the next five/six weeks off who may be stumped for ideas of what they can do, here are some suggestions for activities going on in Pimlico.  The Westminster Boating Base kicks-off its 'Summer of Sport' activities on Monday 25 July when they will begin offering free kayaking and sailing taster sessions. These will run...

View more…