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When the exiled Latvian community arrived in England, after a
few years it was necessary to find a
centre that would bring together the Latvian community both physically and spiritually. A search was begun for an appropriate building, and after an exhaustive search, it was found. After rebuilding, the LWF House was opened to the general public for the first time in December 1950. The LWF House can still be found at 72 Queensborough Terrace in the centre of London, next to Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park. As it was in the beginning, still today the LWF House is the Latvian cultural and social centre. At the LWF House, one can find: the Latvian library which is open twice a week, Latvian folk dancing, the Latvian choir, Latvian Sunday school, Bible study, and Latvian language courses. Also one can find other community events as well as concerts.
Beyond that we can offer you a inexpensive, comfortable and
clean place to spend the night and get a good
breakfast. It is also possible, for those who want to stay in London an extended period of time, to rent long-term rooms. It is also possible to rent our large hall. It is easy to find us, no matter which form of transportation you choose to use. We can be found close to many of the London Underground lines - including the Central, District, Circle, and Hammersmith and City lines. We are a 10 minute walk from the Paddington Mainline Railway Station. It is also a 10 minute walk to Portobello Road, with its famous market and many antique stores. Nearby is the Whiteley's shopping center, also there are restaurants serving many different styles of food, as well as a number of classic English pubs. A 10 minute bus or underground ride will take you to the most famous shopping district in London - Oxford Street. You can also quickly and easily find your way to the many other famous London landmarks including Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, St. Paul's Cathedral, and the Tower of London.
Throughout the years, we have accommodated many guests. In the beginning most were
from the UK, but now we have guests from many other countries and continents.
Perhaps you also would like to be one of our guests?
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