Notting Hill
Notting Hill Colourful Houses
London's most photographed pastel terraces
Photo by Lawrence Chismorie on Unsplash
- Nearest Station
- Ladbroke GroveAbout 7 min walk
- Best Time
- Morning / DaytimeEarly to mid-morning is quiet, and colours look soft even on cloudy days.
Best Shot
Great for vertical · 9:16Suggested composition at Notting Hill Colourful Houses
- Where to stand
- On the opposite pavement along Lancaster Road or Westbourne Park Road.
- Composition
- Frame two or three houses of different colours behind your subject, positioned where the colours meet. Shoot straight on and keep the horizon level.
Tips
- These are private homes — don't sit on front steps or block entrances
- Avoid capturing residents or the inside of windows, and keep the noise down
- Avoid large groups or long shoots
Overview
Rows of pink, pale blue and yellow pastel terraced houses make this one of London's most popular photo spots. If you're shooting fashion Reels tomorrow morning, put this at the top of your list.
- Pastel-coloured terraced houses
- Different colour combinations on every street
- Perfect for fashion portraits
Creator Information
- Area
- Notting Hill
- Nearest Station
- Ladbroke GroveHammersmith & City · Circle
- Walking Time
- About 7 min walk
- Best For
- Instagram / Fashion / TikTok / Lifestyle
- Best Time
- Morning / DaytimeEarly to mid-morning is quiet, and colours look soft even on cloudy days.
- Indoor / Outdoor
- Outdoor
- Free / Paid
- FreeFree (public road)
- Rain Friendly
- Best in fair weather
- Filming Permission
- Handheld shooting is commonThis is a public road in a residential area. Personal handheld shooting is common, but please be considerate to residents. Commercial or large shoots may need to be checked with the local council.Read the filming permission guide
Nearest stations, prices, opening hours and filming rules may change. This information is currently being verified. Please check official sources before you go.
Within walking distance
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