Residents of Lancaster Road in Notting Hill are painting their homes black to deter tourists and influencers from crowding their street for photos. Locals express frustration with the disruptive impact of mass tourism, noting that their homes are not attractions. Despite establishing a 'quiet zone' for visitors to respect residents, the crowds continue to swell, making it difficult for locals to go about their daily lives. One resident described the situation as 'horrendous' and another as 'a nightmare,' highlighting the strain on the community.
people just don't understand that these are homes. It's not a museum, it's not an amusement park, it's not a restaurant, these aren't hotels,
'It's clear that the bright and contrasting house colours are a major draw for photographs for their social media accounts.'
the unintended consequence has been a surge in disruptive tourism. Locals have reported that there are frequently 'hundreds' of people crowding outside of the houses.
the situation as 'horrendous', and another resident described it as 'a nightmare'.
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