The Fitzrovia Trust
Welcome
Established in 1985, the Fitzrovia Trust acquires vacant and run-down properties of architectural and historical significance and brings them back into beneficial use for the community.
In particular, we aim to increase the supply of affordable housing and to provide shops which meet the needs of local residents.
The Trust believes that these aims can be achieved alongside the preservation of historic buildings and other facilities in the area. This means working in partnership with local authorities, housing associations, local businesses and other interested stakeholders to identify development opportunities which can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.
We currently own six houses in Warren Street and we have a lease on a playground and nursery in Whitfield Street.
All the upper floors of our Warren Street properties are let to housing associations or managed by the Trust, taking nominations from Camden Council’s housing waiting list. The ground floors and basements are let to independent businesses and this generates an income to make the Trust a viable enterprise.
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PROJECTS
Like other neighbourhoods in London, Fitzrovia is a very diverse community. We are very keen to ensure that the Trust’s membership and Management Council are reflective of the community it serves. Please contact us if you are interested in becoming a member or getting involved with the work of the Trust.
News
Must and Lees, 57 Warren Street
Must and Lees, the Trust's new commercial tenant at 57 Warren Street, has now opened its new wine...
Whitfield Street Playground
The Trust has been awarded £7,455 from Derwent's community fund to assist with the renewal of play...
57 Warren Street
The shop at 57 Warren Street, occupied by Miel before its move to 60-61 Warren Street, has now...
Must and Lees, 57 Warren Street
Must and Lees, the Trust's new commercial tenant at 57 Warren Street, has now opened its new wine shop. Just in time for Christmas. For a list of events, go to https://www.mustandlees.co.uk/
Whitfield Street Playground
The Trust has been awarded £7,455 from Derwent's community fund to assist with the renewal of play equipment and mulch bark at the Children's Natural Playground on Whitfield Street.
57 Warren Street
The shop at 57 Warren Street, occupied by Miel before its move to 60-61 Warren Street, has now been let by the Trust to Must and Lees. Their wine shop will be opening shortly. They'll also be organising wine-tasting courses, so WATCH THIS SPACE.
AGM 16 March 2023
The Fitzrovia Trust AGM will be held on Thursday 16 March at 7pm, at The Fitzrovia Community Centre, 2 Foley St, London W1W 6DL. Anyone living or working in Fitzrovia is welcome to attend. Contact Colin at fitzroviatrust@aol.co.uk if you'd like to receive the papers.
Looking For New Trustees
THE TRUST IS LOOKING FOR NEW TRUSTEES to help us improve Fitzrovia for those who live and work here. We are actively seeking committed and community-minded people to join us on the Fitzrovia Trust management council. The Fitzrovia Trust is a limited company and an...
Garden Bench in Memory of Toks Osanife
The Trust has contributed to a bench installed in the Warren Playground, at the north end of Whitfield Street, in memory of Toks Osanife, who died last April. Toks worked for the Trust for many years, and is greatly missed
54 Warren St Flats
54 Warren St Flats The Trust has bought back the lease on the residential floors, left in a terrible state of repair by Clarion Housing Association, and has converted them into three brand-new flats. They consist of one two-bedroom and two one-bedroom flats. These...
Toks Osanife
Toks Osanife Sadly, Toks passed away on 23 April 2022. For 15 years he looked after the playground which we manage on Whitfield Street, and he helped us in many other ways. He was a joy to work with, and we will miss him enormously. Photo credit: Fitzrovia...
Must and Lees, 57 Warren Street
Must and Lees, the Trust's new commercial tenant at 57 Warren Street, has now opened its new wine shop. Just in time for Christmas. For a list of events, go to https://www.mustandlees.co.uk/
57 Warren Street
The shop at 57 Warren Street, occupied by Miel before its move to 60-61 Warren Street, has now been let by the Trust to Must and Lees. Their wine shop will be opening shortly. They'll also be organising wine-tasting courses, so WATCH THIS SPACE.
54 Warren St Flats
54 Warren St Flats The Trust has bought back the lease on the residential floors, left in a terrible state of repair by Clarion Housing Association, and has converted them into three brand-new flats. They consist of one two-bedroom and two one-bedroom flats. These...
