It’s Christmas every day for this bearded giant. Generally spotted in the pubs of South Kensington and always on his own, Kensington Claus has favoured drinking spots at each bar he visits and those who dare to inadvertently take his favoured pew do so at their peril. Whilst Santa lives by the mantra of “ho, ho, ho”, his Kensington equivalent is more likely to be heard grumbling angrily at The Admiral Codrington than dispensing with good cheer. Bah humbug!
Two stories to keep beside you

Claus Von Bülow
Tried twice for the attempted murder of his wife, Sunny, who remained in a vegetative state for some 28 years, this socialite and writer has the most mischievous of wits. Subject of the Golden Globe award winning film Reversal of Fortune starring Jeremy Irons and Glenn Close, this distinguished gent is also renowned for telling […]

The Cheery Street Sweeper
Never without a decent word to say, Knightsbridge’s cheeriest street sweeper is an asset to the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Unlike the incompetent, avaricious councillors representing the area, this diligent worker never moans and he never complains. Come sun, rain, wind or snow, here is someone who takes pride in his work and […]





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Looks like the local tramp.