Czech Community in London
Are you a Czech or Slovakian living in London or someone seeking Czech or Slovakian culture in the capital? Here you will find everything you need to know about Czech in London.
Arguably the biggest influence of the Czech community in London was Sir Nicholas Winton who in 1939 saved 669 Czech childrens lives by evacuating them to Great Britain with many being fostered to London homes. Taking in descendants from those saved it is estimated 6000 people are alive today as a result of Sir Nicholas Winton's actions. If you have a tissue close by search "Sir Nicholas Winton" and "This is your life" and learn the story of this truly great man known as the "British Schindler".
Czech Population in London: Estimated 15,000
Main Areas: Hammersmith, Hampstead
Embassy: 26-30 Kensington Palace Gardens, London, W8 4QY, Ph: 0207 243 1115
Famous London Stranger: Petr Cech (Arsenal/Chelsea/Czech Goal Keeper)
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