Paddington

A Grand Union for Earth Day 2025

Employees from 25 companies take to the water

Fleming Centre: Have your say

View the Proposals

Alfresco Paddington

Canalside and Floating Restaurants

Take to the Water with GoBoat London

Discover Paddington's Rich Heritage

Take the Pawprint Trail around Paddington

Start at the Paddington Shop in Paddington Station

Discover Paddington's Public Art

Download the Trail Here

Christmas is Coming: Volunteer at Grand Union BID

The festive season is nearly here, and we're getting ready to spread some serious cheer. We’ve got a sleigh-full of exciting events lined up and we’d love for you to be part of them.

Paddington Community Walk for ESG Leads

Thursday 23 October

We're excited to launch a new community walk series, introducing our BID members to the inspiring organisations working in Paddington.

Fleming Centre: Have your say

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is inviting the public to see the updated designs for the Fleming Centre – a new, state-of-the-art research and public engagement hub at St Mary’s Hospital.

Second time success for Paddington Pick & Paddle

Storms and strikes didn't stop us! A successful floating pick and paddle to end a summer of SUP.

Halloween Comes Alive at Merchant Square

Celebrate Halloween with activities for all ages! Enjoy pumpkin carving, a spooky screening of Coco, and a Day of the Dead Parade.

JD Wetherspoon

JD Wetherspoon offers affordable food and drink in welcoming pubs, known for great value, no-frills service, and a wide selection of beers and meals.

Paddington Life Sciences: Prospectus for Investment

The Paddington Life Sciences campus is poised for transformative redevelopment, with plans for a new St Mary's hospital and world-leading research centre in the Fleming Centre.

A great BID effort for Paddington special school

Spaces inside and out at Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee School have been transformed thanks to the efforts of 59 volunteers from Grand Union BID and its supporters.

Praed Street Proposals: Have your say

Westminster Council is consulting on proposals to improve Praed Street. Attend an exhibition or complete a survey.

Special school seeks your support this summer

Sign up to help out

An exciting opportunity for BID members to join forces and collectively give nearly 250 volunteer hours to Paddington special school in August.

Proposals for former Imperial College Medical School

Consultation opens on the creation of Paddington Clinical Life Sciences Hub, replacing the former Medical School on Praed Street.

British Land Community Week 2025

We were delighted to support 120 British Land employees to participate in volunteering activity in Paddington as part of Community Week 2025.

Paddleboard in Paddington

Stand up paddleboarding, for private board hire, lessons, sunset sails, litter picks, yoga and pilates.

Merchant Square Movies return for a summer of al fresco film

Wednesdays, July to September

Enjoy a free open-air film by the canal this summer.