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Erects blue plaques on London buildings associated with people regarded as eminent by a majority of their profession or calling. The Blue Plaques Team also advises individuals and organisations wishing to start their own commemorative plaque scheme.

Responsible for a wide range of activities to secure the environmental protection of water, land and air, including pollution prevention and control, waste regulation, flood defence, water resources, fisheries, recreation, conservation and navigation. The Hotline is for reporting environmental incidents relating to air, land and…

National campaigning organisation. (The details shown here were taken from the organisation's website).

The area is bounded by England's Lane, Haverstock Hill, Eton Road, Eton Villas, Provost Road, Fellows Road and Primrose Hill Road.

17th Century house with collection of Oriental and European porcelain, paintings, needlework and furniture, and the Benton Fletcher Collection of early keyboard and other instruments. Walled garden and orchard.

Purchase and refurbish mixed-use buildings of architectural or historical importance in Fitzrovia to provide housing association accommodation for people who are vulnerable or on a low income, and also to provide shops and other facilities which are of use to the local community.

Built in 1791. Former home of George Bernard Shaw and where L. Ron Hubbard, founder of Scientology, worked in the 1950s. Rooms available for hire for banquets, conferences and other functions for up to 50 guests.

Group supporting the house by fund raising, social and literary events, staffing the shop, stewarding at events and other specialist help. Quarterly bulletin.

Supports the activities at Hampstead Town Hall and promotes the use of the building as a community arts centre.

Membership group which arranges activities, monthly lectures at Kenwood House, raises funds and gives members' discount in the cafe. Kenwood reopens at the end of November 2013 after a major refurbishment programme.

Concerned with the preservation of Georgian buildings, gardens etc. (1700-c1837). Local authorities are required to consult the Group about listed building consent applications involving any element of demolition. Membership open to all. Activities include visits and walks. Members receive a Journal and newsletters. (The details shown…

Aims to promote a new vision for the future of Hampstead. Concerned to preserve its village character. Regular meetings.

Advises Camden Council on general conservation policy and all planning applications and appeals in the Hampstead, Fitzjohns/Netherhall, Redington/Frognal and South Hill Park conservation areas. 13 members provide local knowledge and a range of appropriate professional expertise. Main meetings monthly; application sub-committee meetings fortnightly.

An independent group of local residents and businesses with an interest in the re-development of the Hawley Wharf site and the overall heritage of Camden Town and Camden Market. The group's primary purpose is to ensure that locals are aware of the development and that…

Local amenity society preserving and enhancing all aspects of Hampstead and safeguarding Hampstead Heath. About 1600 members. Special events, Heath walks, Scene from the Street gardening competition, newsletter. Discount card for use in over 100 Hampstead venues and shops. Sub groups deal with licensing, planning,…

Works to preserve and enhance the character of the Highgate Conservation Area. Does this by vetting planning applications and considering any other matters which might adversely affect it.

The Inaugural AGM was held on Tuesday, 29 May, 2012 - adopted a Constitution and elected the first Committee. Applying for designation as a Neighbourhood Forum. Have also delivered a questionnaire leaflet to every household in Highgate and undertaken Placecheck walking surveys. Working with the…

Membership organisation. Aims to encourage a vigorous community life and to protect Highgate's environment. Environment Committee. Music in Highgate Homes evenings. Room hire. Arts classes and events. Monday Club for retired people 2pm-4.30pm. Other community services. Quarterly magazine 'Buzz'. Wine tasting evenings. Cercle Francais. Walks.…

Conservation area committee that monitors and advises on all planning applications.

Statutory body advising Government, navigation authorities and other interested parties on strategic issues related to Britain's inland waterways.