A website for SGI practioners of Nichiren Buddhism in Westminster
The District
The District- the frontline of kosen-rufu
Listed below are the present districts that make up Westminster Chapter……..
Maida Vale – located as the name suggests, in Maida Vale and surrounding areaLittle Venice – grew from Maida Vale District. Covering the South Western area straddling Maida Vale and the Edgeware RoadSt John’s Wood – St John’s Wood Station, High Street, and the areas surrounding Lords Cricket GroundRegent’s Park came into being as a result of dynamic growth within St. John’s Wood District. As the name suggests, this district serves to support members and local residents in the area that spans between Baker Street, St. John’s Wood and the borders of West Camden.Marylebone – Straddling Marylebone Road, and areas around Marylebone Station, north and west Regent’s Park and Westminster City Council HouseWest End – accomodating the renowned shopping district including Oxford Street, Edgware Road, Hyde Park and adjacent localesFrom Devonshire Place and the BBC to the north east, with Regent Street in the East, Hyde Park in the West and beyond Piccadilly to the South, Mayfair truly represents the heart of London.