TALKING AND EXPLORING

Our walks and events offer experience like no other.

ABOUT US

Discover the charm of West London with Talking & Exploring, a unique initiative created by Joanna Dudzinska to connect people through culture, history, and conversation. Alongside Anthony Smith, Joanna, a Polish-born tour guide and English teacher, leads you on captivating walks that are as informative as they are leisurely.

Embrace the opportunity to visit local businesses, artists’ studios, and engage in enriching chats with fellow explorers. These strolls often culminate in a warm gathering at a local eatery, where the exchange of memories and insights is encouraged.

Even if you can’t join in person, the Ealing Walking, Talking and Exploring Group extends its camaraderie to online events, welcoming everyone from newcomers to longtime locals. Supported by the OPDC, and recognized for contributing to heritage days and cross-cultural engagement, Talking & Exploring offers more than just a walk—it’s a chance to learn English, enjoy the outdoors, and bridge social gaps, all while building a closely-knit community.

Join us to step beyond the tourist trails and truly connect with the heartbeat of the city!

Joanna Dudzinska & Anthony Smith

We are a dynamic duo at the heart of Talking & Exploring!

Joanna, a passionate tour guide and English teacher from Poland, brings a vibrant spirit and a deep love for local culture and history to the streets of West London. Her dedication to fostering connections among people shines through each guided walk.

Anthony, a retired English teacher with a wealth of experience in working with refugee and migrant learners, contributes a rich tapestry of knowledge and a commitment to community-building.

Together, they create an inviting atmosphere where every step is a story, and every conversation opens doors to new friendships and insights. Join them on their next stroll to uncover the hidden gems of the city and the stories that make each path unique.

Discover West London with us!

The walks we offer are mainly in the West London area, are usually not long, both in distance and time, and are as much about sharing information and perspectives as learning about what you are seeing. We arrange visits to different businesses and creatives’ studios and chat to people on the way. There is always space for an unexpected encounter. Participants are encouraged to share their memories and knowledge. Those who wish so can stay on with us after the walk at a chosen restaurant or café of local character to chill out and chat more. If walks are not possible, we turn to online events.

Learn English with us!

We encourage newcomers to the country to join us as the walks are an excellent opportunity for learners of English to practise and improve the language and to learn more about the country.

Additionally, and as a separate undertaking, as English teachers we offer individual and group classes in conversation and grammar for those interested.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Black Histories Walk in North Acton and Old Park Royal

Sat, 25 October 2025 11:00 – 13:00

📍 North Acton Square
Victoria Road London W3 6UP,
United Kingdom

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Black Histories Walk in West Ealing

Tue, 28 October 2025 11:00 – 13:00

📍 1 Bayham Rd
1 Bayham Road London W13 0TQ,
United Kingdom

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Remembering Katyń Victims – Honouring Memory, Fostering Dialogue

Sat, 15 November 2025 17:00 – 20:30

📍 Polish Social and Cultural Association
38-246 King Street London W6 0RF,
United Kingdom

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Remembering Katyn Victims 2 – A memorial Walk and Discussion

Sat, 22 November 2025 11:00 – 14:00

📍 Katyn Memorial
143 Gunnersbury Avenue London W3 8LE ,
United Kingdom

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Check your mailbox before the walk – you will find there all necessary information about the event.

Please email us if you have any questions regarding the walk.

PAST EVENTS

Snapshots of our past tours

Exploring Northolt – Of Ponies and Poles

Sat, 27 September 2025 11:00 – 13:00

📍 Harvester Mandeville Arms Northolt
Mandeville Road, Northolt UB5 4LU,
United Kingdom

A Bit of
a Canal Walk

Sat, 23 August 2025 11:00 – 13:00

📍 Harlesden Underground Station
Acton Lane, London NW10 7AA,
United Kingdom

Exploring Greenford – Up the Lane to the Broadway

Sat, 12 June 2025 11:00 – 13:00

📍 Windmill Lane
Greenford Road Greenford UB6 9AY,
United Kingdom

Polish Heritage Days: Simona Kossak

Sun, 29 June 2025 14:30 – 16:30

📍 ActOne Cinema & Café
119 – 121 High Street London, W3 6NA,
United Kingdom

The Wesley Estate and Lower Place

Sat, 28 June 2025 11:00 – 13:00

📍 1 Minerva Rd
1 Minerva Road London NW10 6HJ,
United Kingdom

To the Mosaic House and the Gunnersbury Triangle

Wed, 25 June 2025 11:00 – 14:00

📍 Chiswick Park Station
Bollo Lane London W4 5EB,
United Kingdom

Discovering Dulwich

Thu, 15 May 2025 13:00 – 16:00

📍 The Real Greek
96-98 Dulwich Village London SE21 7AQ,
United Kingdom

Acton’s Lost Aerodrome

Sat, 26 April 2025 12:00 – 14:00

📍 Park Royal Station
Western Avenue London W5 3EL,
United Kingdom

Hanwell Walk and Talk
February and March 2025

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 11:00 – 13:00

📍 Hanwell Community Centre
Westcott Crescent London W7 1PD,
United Kingdom

Friary Park
Walk and Talk

Sat, 11 Jan 2025 13:00 – 15:00

📍 By Max
Friary Road #Unit A London W3 6GB,
United Kingdom

Reaction in Delhi to the Imposition of Martial Law in Poland

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 19:00 – 21:00

📍 Polish Social and Cultural Association
238-246 King Street London W6 0RF,
United Kingdom

Britain’s
Polish Solidarity
Campaign

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 19:00 – 21:00

📍 Polish Social and Cultural Association
238-246 King Street London W6 0RF,
United Kingdom

Hanwell Walk and Talk
November 2024

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 10:00 – 12:00

📍 Hanwell Community Centre
Westcott Crescent London W7 1PD,
United Kingdom

Black History walk in North Acton and Old Park Royal

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 11:00 – 13:00

📍 North Acton Station
Victoria Road London W3 6UP,
United Kingdom

Into the Unknown – To Longfield Hall

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 15:30 – 18:30

📍 O Barros
238 Clapham Road London SW9 0PZ, United Kingdom

Hanwell Walk and Talk
October 2024

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 11:00 – 13:00

📍 Hanwell Community Centre
Westcott Crescent London W7 1PD,
United Kingdom

Discovering Polish Ravenscourt Park

Sun, 6 Oct 2024 12:30 – 15:30

📍 POSK
238-246 King Street London W6 0RF,
United Kingdom

Old Southall with a Farewell to Bina Musicals

Fri, 27 Sept 2024 11:00 – 14:00

📍 Southall station
South Road Southall UB2 4AA,
United Kingdom

Discovering Holland Park

Mon, 23 Sept 2024 12:00 – 15:00

📍 The Castle
100 Holland Park Avenue London W11 4UA, United Kingdom

Let’s Go to Walthamstow

Thu, 19 Sept 2024 15:30 – 18:30

📍 William Morris Gallery
Forest Road London E17 4PP,
United Kingdom

Park Royal Design District Free Walk (London Design Festival)

Sat, 14 Sept 2024 11:00 – 13:00

📍 North Acton Station
Victoria Road London W3 6UP
United Kingdom

Wandering around Northfields

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 12:00 – 14:00

📍 Bronek’s Fish Restaurant
149 Northfield Avenue London W13 9QT,
United Kingdom

From Canal to Lake

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 11:00 – 13:00

📍 Abbey Point Cafe
Abbey Road Acton NW10 7DD,
United Kingdom

Exploring Greenford

Sat, 29 Jun 2024 11:00 – 13:00

📍 Holy Cross Greenford Magna
Ferrymead Gardens Greenford UB6 9NJ,
United Kingdom

Revisiting West Ealing

Wed, 5 Jun 2024 12:00 – 14:00

📍 Slemani Restaurant
179 Uxbridge Road, West Ealing London W13 1AA, United Kingdom

Discovering Hayes

Sun, 7 Apr 2024 11:00 – 14:00

📍 Hayes & Harlington Station
Station Approach Hayes UB3 4BX,
United Kingdom

Between the Tracks

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 11:00 – 14:00

📍 Chiswick Park Station
Bollo Lane London W4 5EB,
United Kingdom

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Simon Jones

10:14 11 Jun 24

We recently had the pleasure of participating in a walking group organised and facilitated by Joanna from Walking, Talking and Exploring, and it was an exceptional experience! The event focused on Hanwell, West London, and it was a perfect blend of socialising, physical activity, and historical education.

From the moment we set off, Joanna’s enthusiasm and knowledge were evident. She expertly guided us through the charming streets of Hanwell, sharing fascinating insights about the local history and landmarks that many of us had never known, despite living in the area for years. Her storytelling brought the past to life, making the walk both informative and engaging.

The participants thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to meet new people and build connections within their community. The friendly atmosphere Joanna fostered made it easy for everyone to mingle and chat, turning strangers into friends by the end of the walk.

The route itself was thoughtfully planned, showcasing picturesque spots and hidden gems of Hanwell, ensuring the walk was enjoyable for all fitness levels. We appreciated the balance between walking, talking, and exploring – it was clear that Joanna put a lot of effort into making sure every aspect of the event was well-organised and enjoyable.

Overall, our experience with Walking, Talking and Exploring was outstanding. Joanna’s passion for community, history, and creating meaningful experiences truly shines through in her work. We highly recommend joining one of their groups if you’re looking to learn more about your local area, enjoy a lovely walk, and make new friends. We can’t wait to join another event soon!

Anna Rawa

14:35 03 Jul 23

Lovely, lovely walks, a lot of knowledge and great atmosphere…

sue mallides

12:17 18 Mar 23

Another lovely walk with convivial company and local expertise contributed by previous residents and existing traders. What a treat!

The pleasure is that you do all the research and hard work and we just come along to enjoy all your effort and the contributions of the others. Great fun.

Robin Brown

12:07 11 Mar 23

Not just walking and talking, and maybe eating, but an informed deep reach into the lives, cultures and history of vibrant, often overlooked parts of west London. Ideal for the curious wanting to know more about what makes such a diverse metropolis as London tick.

filipp hellsten

17:26 07 Feb 23

We collaborated with Talking and Exploring on some research we were doing in Park Royal. What an amazing breadth of knowledge and charisma! We had the chance to meet a range of interesting businesses and feel that our research is so much more rich and reflective because of it. Thank you!

Gregory Bricusse

15:02 29 Jan 23

Old Southall tour was very good, we got taken to places we just wouldn’t have seen without the informed steer from Joanna.

Tabitha Hrynick

09:53 30 Nov 22

Joanna’s tour exploring Polish heratige in Ealing was informative and fun. From myths to modern history, this was a great way to get a sense of this local community with now long-rooted connections in the borough, and ending with some lovely local Polish food! Highly recommend these tours if you’re looking to learn more about people and places in West London.

Oskar OK Krajewski

15:44 17 Oct 22

I had a pleasure working with Joanna founder of Talking and Exploring. She organised an event in which I showcased one of my sculptures. The crowd invited by Joanna was interesting and diverse. I’ve made some great connections thanks to that event (Poles at Act One) I’d recommend working with her as well as joining one of her many walks in London.

Anjlee Shah

17:52 29 Apr 22

I’ve been on a couple of Joanna’s walks so far and have been amazed by her extensive knowledge and thorough research of the areas covered during the walk. She had oodles of passion and enthusiasm. The walks are also attended by an eclectic group of people who are warmly given space to share their own knowledge and stories during the walk. I only wish my schedule allowed me to attend more of the walks!

Ann Gyulai

10:24 29 Apr 22

This splendid afternoon on the Scrubs vastly exceeded my expectations. We were treated to a well planned, thoroughly researched, highly informative and enjoyable walk. This was my first foray with Talking and Exploring. I can’t wait to join another.

Barry Nutt

21:41 10 Feb 22

Terrific walk with Joanna who was extremely knowledgeable and entertaining company! I enjoyed the variety of landscapes that we covered…. From the wildness of Wormwood Scrubs to the Middle Eastern cuisine of Acton area and the fabulous Carpet Outlets. The other people on the walk were also great company and it is a lovely way to meet others and connect. An all round 5 star event… plus you get out and about and improve your overall levels of fitness in a gentle and sociable way!

Stephen Papp

12:47 08 Feb 22

Joanna and her wonderful local and sometimes further afield walks. I have been on quite a few now, and always have a lovely time on the walking tours. They are well researched and fully interactive with her attendees, some of whom are locals too and have knowledge of the areas visited. She actively encourages people to share their own local knowledge and experiences, while on the walks. They always finish with a local visit to a coffee shop or café etc, so a great opportunity to meet and make new friends if you choose too.

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Captured Moments from our Past Tours

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Talking and Exploring

5, Rosemont Lodge,
London W3 9LX, Great Britain

e-mail: dudzinskauk@gmail.com

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