| Portobello Road and its surrounding area in Notting Hill | | | | at the centre of the antique market, and you will be |
| was formerly a farm that was originally named after | | | | able to find beautifully aged gems that will look perfect |
| Puerto Bello, a Carribbean destination that is dedicated | | | | in your home. Find anything your heart desires at the |
| to the memory of Admiral Vernon who took over the | | | | Portobello market, from new and second hand clothes |
| town in 1739. Since the 18th century, this area has | | | | to a variety of hot and cold foods. |
| been populated with houses, restaurants and the world | | | | Portobello Film Festival: |
| famous Portobello market that runs through the length | | | | The Portobello Film Festival, recently held in Notting Hill, |
| of Portobello Road. Notting Hill and Portobello market | | | | is a fairly new festival, only being established in 1996. |
| became even more popular in the 90’s with the | | | | The festival has grown rapidly and every year it brings |
| release of the movie, Notting Hill. | | | | a breath of fresh air to the British film industry. The |
| Portobello Road is a popular shopping and recreational | | | | festival came from humble beginnings, and has grown |
| destination for tourists and locals alike. Many people | | | | to accommodate an estimated audience of 17 000 |
| are interested in purchasing and renting properties in | | | | people this year. What makes this festival so appealing |
| the area owing to its cultural attractions and | | | | to the masses is that entrance is free. All the festival |
| picturesque location. Estate agents in Notting Hill say | | | | requires for you to do is turn up with an open mind and |
| that the area around Portobello Road is desirable and | | | | enjoy the films as they are meant to be enjoyed. |
| properties are highly valued. Letting agents in Notting Hill | | | | These two features are not the only contributing |
| agree that this area entices young socialites as well as | | | | factors to Portobello Road’s desirability. The |
| London families. | | | | architecture, with its winding road and its Victorian |
| Portobello Market: | | | | terrace houses, is a highlight of the area and adds to |
| The trendy, culturally exciting Portobello Road is filled to | | | | its historical charm. Portobello Road in Notting Hill is |
| the brim with shops and restaurants and is most | | | | indeed a magical area of London and the magic is |
| widely known for its antiques. The Portobello Market is | | | | available for all to enjoy. |