'Mrs Siddons' House at Westbourne Green, 1800', (c1876). Until 1817, actress Sarah Siddons (1755-1831) had a home in Westbourne, Paddington - traditionally a rural area, building began in 17th century with development in 19th century following construction of the Grand Union Canal and railways. From "Old and New London: A Narrative of Its History, Its People, and Its Places. The Western and Northern Studies", by Edward Walford. [Cassell, Petter, Galpin & Co., London, Paris & New York]