Sheyi and Simon went to carnival to party - but ended up falling in love.
Sheyi has reflected on the "amazing memories" she has had at Notting Hill Carnival over the years, including meeting her husband
As carnival fever kicks in again this summer, Sheyi has been reflecting on the "amazing memories" she has had at the event over the years."My husband grew up on a farm in Winchester and happened to be in London because he was about to start his first teaching job in Tottenham," said Sheyi, who now runs a tutoring business with her husband and lives in Acton, west London.
"I have amazing memories there and in general I think it's a really great way to celebrate black culture," she said."I was really fascinated by and loved the dancing, atmosphere, food and music," she said.
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
“It’s Caribbean Christmas”: 4 London Designers On Their Memories Of Notting Hill CarnivalJawara Alleyne, Bianca Saunders, Saul Nash and Taya Francis roll back the tape on their own memories of Carnival, exploring the relationship between Caribbean culture and London’s fashion scene, and the do’s and don’ts when it comes to hitting W10.
Read more »
Notting Hill carnival food: “We don’t sleep for 48 hours”A mother and son duo are preparing enough food to serve hundreds of people over three days.
Read more »
9 essentials every first timer needs for Notting Hill Carnival 2024From loo roll to booze, we've got you covered
Read more »
Notting Hill elderly residents sent on holiday for CarnivalThe council has partnered with Age UK to take those who live on the Carnival trail to the coast.
Read more »
Notting Hill Carnival Outfits 2024: Here’s what to wear if you still need inspirationStyle inspiration for what to wear to August Bank Holiday's Notting Hill Carnival. Read more at eat world
Read more »
Notting Hill Carnival: Road closures and travel disruptions to watch out forLondon institution Notting Hill Carnival represents the perseverance, union and cultural diversity of the communities of London.
Read more »