About the Society

The old Borough of St Marylebone.
The area shaded in yellow is the main area covered by the Society for planning purposes.

The Society, the oldest amenity group in Westminster, was formed in 1948 to help save war-damaged Nash Terraces in Regent's Park. It continues to campaign to protect the architectural heritage and character of St Marylebone while acknowledging and helping to manage the pressures on an increasingly popular part of London. Westminster City Council is required to consult the Society on planning and licensing issues. The Society's planning committee meets monthly to provide expert recommendations on applications affecting its area of jurisdiction, which lies north of Marylebone Road. The Society also comments on matters affecting the whole of the old Borough of St Marylebone and represents the views of residents to government bodies and the police. In addition to its representative role the Society organises a variety of cultural, educational and social events that enable members to meet like-minded people. The Society is a registered charity run by volunteers from within its membership.