5.3 What was the influence of Caribbean Culture on Notting Hill Flashcards
(17 cards)
What is The Piss House Pub known for?
It opened for Irish and Caribbean workers on Portobello Road
The Piss House Pub served as a social hub for these communities.
Why did many Caribbean migrants set up their own churches?
British churches were hostile to migrants at first
This led to the establishment of independent places of worship.
What notable music studio was used by Bob Marley and the Rolling Stones?
Basing Street Studios
It became a significant location for recording music in 1969.
What was The Metro Club and when did it open?
A centre for black people from all over London, opened in 1968
It had a queue of 400 people outside.
Define Shebeens.
Unofficial clubs featuring gambling, blues music, reggae, and ska
They were often broken up by police raids.
Who is Aldwyn Roberts and what did he contribute?
Also known as ‘Lord Kitchener’, he arrived on the Empire Windrush and sung about life in London
His music helped create community identity.
What significant event took place on All Saints Road in 1968?
The Black Panthers held meetings there
It became a centre for the Black Community.
Who opened the Mangrove and what was its significance?
Frank Critchlow opened the Mangrove, supporting activists and the Notting Hill Carnival
It was a vital space for community organization.
What was notable about The Apollo Pub?
It was one of the first pubs to serve Black people in London
This made the owner very rich.
List the types of music advertised by radio stations.
- Ska
- Rock Steady
- Soca
- Roots
- Blues
- Soul
These genres were integral to the black music scene.
What are Rent Parties?
Events where friends paid a small entry fee for drinks, facilitating social interaction
They were a means of meeting and sharing ideas.
What did Frank Critchlow open in 1959?
The El Rio Restaurant
It became a centre of the community.
What was the Unity Association’s main purpose?
To help house homeless black people in Notting Hill and provide professional training
They played a significant role in community support.
What activities did The London Free School arrange?
Dances and workshops for children, offering childcare
It was a community resource for families.
What challenges did the Las Palmas restaurant face?
It was harassed by police
It was set up by the Charlie Phillips family.
What services did The Black People’s Information Centre provide?
Legal advice
It was a crucial resource for the community.
Fill in the blank: Pardner Schemes helped to buy _______.
homes
These schemes were designed to assist with home ownership.
