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On 16th.December 2025 the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea granted planning consent for a development of 274 homes together with 2015 m2 of flexible workspace.The development site is approximately one third in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham who also granted planning consent on 10th March 2026.The residential element contains 118 social homes for rent and also includes 65 ‘extra care’ homes for the vulnerable. The development is largely car free and comprises… Read more »

The former Hitchcock and King premises in Carnwarth Road has recently been bought by Espalier Ventures.As an aside this is the last builder’s merchants to close in this area are Jewsons closed a couple of years ago.Espalier are proposing around three hundred high quality co-living rooms, twenty-one communal kitchen and dining stations together with coommunal space.The building will be a maximum of seven storeys.A public exhibition of the scheme took place in July last year… Read more »

AI, THE OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES: IS IT SERVANT OR MASTER? Our speaker situated his presentation by evoking the Anti-Slavery movement, in which the Clapham Sect had played such a prominent role. His own great-great-great-grandfather, John Cropper, from a Liverpool ship-owning family, had been an active abolitionist. The eventual success of the movement had shown that it is possible to take on powerful and well-resourced interests – and win. Once again humanity is facing a system… Read more »

The Society and Enfield RoadWatch are encouraging the public to sign a letter to the PM calling on him to cancel the proposals for a New Town at Crews Hill and Chase Park (aka Vicarage Farm). The letters will be delivered to 10 Downing Street in mid May. Enfield RoadWatch,... Continue reading Read more »

Join your neighbours from St. John’s Society for the inaugural Community Plant Sale in St. John’s Church garden on Sunday, 17th May, at 11 am! We’ve been working hard to bring on some gorgeous cuttings and seedlings. They’re all plants that have thrived in our gardens, so they should do well in yours too! Come and meet the wonderful Becky McKevitt who will be selling her top quality, couldn’t be more local, seeds, vegetable seedlings,… Read more »

On 1 May 1951 the Festival of Britain opened to the public – a bold, hopeful moment for a country rebuilding after the Second World War. Today, as we mark its 75th anniversary, it’s worth remembering that Jubilee Gardens stood right at the heart of that story. Credit: All images – Southbank Centre Archives This much-loved green space was once home to the Festival’s most iconic structure: the vast Dome of Discovery, and was overshadowed… Read more »

Barnet Market stalwart David Bone, who has been selling fruit and vegetables since he started as a boy at the age of seven helping on his father’s stall, has been awarded a 2026 Borough of Barnet Civic Award for Lifetime Achievement. The post Civic awards for legendary Barnet Market trader David Bone and Barnet Museum’s deputy curator Hilary Harrison appeared first on The Barnet Society. Read more »

Barnet Council’s attempt to halt the go ahead for a travellers’ caravan site on a field in Green Belt land off Mays Lane has failed in the High Court to the disappointment of a local residents’ group. The post High Court backs approval for two travellers’ caravans in a Mays Lane paddock once used for grazing horses appeared first on The Barnet Society. Read more »

There are several art photography shows at Southwark Cathedral this coming week: Water in London | 18 April – 17 May 2026 A diverse range of photographic work showing London water from fountains to small rivers and lakes and of the Thames. Presented by the Royal Photography Society London Region. FLORA | 23 April – 5 June 2026 To celebrate the blossoming spring and summer, over 40 photographic artists are displaying work in Southwark Cathedral Café.  Presented by London… Read more »

Founded in 1725, it has stood at the heart of the London Bridge neighbourhood for three centuries, and this May, the anniversary is being marked with a week of events including a Service of Thanksgiving at Southwark Cathedral, a Clinical Academic Symposium, and a Gala Dinner. From Tuesday 5 – Thursday 7 May, the Guy’s 300 Community Programme opens the campus to everyone, with exhibitions, live clinical demonstrations, public talks, and creative work exploring how… Read more »

London Square has unveiled its new name for the Leegate Development. It’s Lee Green. After the furore they caused when they originally called it Blackheath Gate, London Square has wisely opted for the actual name of the area, and has gone public with it on its website., The blurb says “Situated in the heart of Lee – a quietly established neighbourhood bordering Blackheath – Lee Green offers a relaxed pace of life and wide-ranging views across… Read more »

Dear member We are looking for volunteers to watch over our visiting sheep flock from Friday 29 May to Monday 8 June. Please use THIS FORM to sign up. Check the website too to join the team at our Kite Display on 28 June and our Summer concert on 30 August. The Society is working with the City of London Corporation, the London Natural History Society and the Rare Breeds Society for ecological grazing trials.… Read more »

The design competition for the railway bridge over Clapham High Street, near Clapham North tube station, jointly funded by The Clapham Society and This is Clapham, has now reached its final stage. The four shortlisted designs are all exhibited in the windows of the former Jeannette Fashions shop at 20-22 High Street, within a stone’s throw of the bridge itself: allowing the proposals to be easily seen by all. Members of the Society, and everyone… Read more »

An expert walk co-led by David Humphries, the Heath’s tree inspector and arboricultural managerDate: 17 May 10am. Meet at: Golder’s Hill Park OrchardDuration: 2 hours This walk has been moved to 17th May (10am) due to circumstances beyond the walk leaders control Read more »

The removal of the 271 bus route in February 2023 left an unsightly hole in the middle of Highgate Village. In November 2023 Camden officers suggested a remedial scheme of simple York Stone paving would be acceptable. Subsequent correspondence with Camden supported this approach but confirmed that no funding was currently available. On this basis the Society’s planning committee agreed to take the first step by applying for planning permission Read more »

by Jo Hemmings I don’t know the answer to this question yet, but we’re trying to find out. I’ve lived on Lucas street for 15 years and it’s a wonderful place to be. But there’s one thing that really gets me down. For over a decade, there’s been a spot near Lewisham Way (by the car park and flats at 1-8 Lucas street) which is an eyesore, a health hazard and a source of pollution… Read more »

A major new exhibition of Henry Moore sculptures is coming to Kew Gardens this year. Called ‘Henry Moore Monumental Nature’ it will be the largest ever outdoor exhibition of works by Henry Moore. If you were walking round Kew Gardens in April you may have seen finishing touches being made to the sculptures as they were being installed. Henry Moore’s long career is represented by the 30 large sculptures that are displayed throughout Kew Gardens.… Read more »

Opportunity to Join the Governing Body at Eastbury Farm Primary School – Health and Safety / Estates Management expertise required  Eastbury Farm Primary School, located on Bishops Avenue, is a high‑performing and well‑regarded school known for its warm atmosphere, strong academic outcomes, and commitment to nurturing confident, well‑rounded pupils. As with all maintained schools, its Governing Body plays a vital role in providing strategic leadership, supporting the Headteacher, and ensuring the school continues to thrive.… Read more »

It is with great regret that The Chelsea Society records the death on 5th April 2026 of a long-standing and distinguished member, Dr. Paul Knapman. We send our condolences to his widow, Penny, and her family. After Epsom college, he studied medicine at St George’s Hospital, qualifying as a doctor before deciding to pursue a career in forensic medicine and the law. He was called to the Bar by Gray’s Inn, and in 1980 succeeded… Read more »

          The Gaumont is currently being fitted out with three screens and is expected to open later this year.  It was named after Leon Gaumont, a French engineer who was one of the originators of cinematography. Another was William Friese-Greene (1851-1921) whose basement workshop and studio was at 196 Kings Road (where the Gaumont now stands) and whose life is celebrated in the 1951 film “The Magic Box.” Starring Robert Donat. … Read more »

The Westcombe Society Environment Committee try to look at all planning applications in Westcombe Park.  We also look at applications that might be relevant to our residents (e.g. those that affect local transport, those that affect Greenwich Park and the World Heritage Site and those that affect views from Westcombe Park).  We comment when we have concerns. We hope in future to keep a list of local applications here.  Clicking on the links within the… Read more »

The millenium fountain in Chase Green Gardens has not worked for some time and the Council do not have the resources to repair it. The sundial still works, as there are no moving parts except the sun itself. At a recent regular meeting with the Council Leader, The Society raised... Continue reading Read more »

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At our April meeting we welcomed local author and journalist Fred Pearce speaking from the front line of environmental issues speaking about seven reasons to feel optimistic. His talk can … Continue reading "Climate Change…it’s not too late" Read more »

Bromley Parish Church dates from the around the 1090s or 1110sAD when the Bishop of Rochester decided that the parish should worship in their own building rather than the chapel of St Blaise within the Bishops Palace. Our page on the building is here and the church has a page on its history here However, all the church apart from the tower was destroyed in a German bombing raid, on the 16th April 1941. Church… Read more »

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Don’t miss it! The famous Lee Manor Society Plant Mart and Garden Party is only weeks away and it promises to be even bigger and better than ever. As usual there will be an abundance of plants (including vegetables) and cakes to buy, plus cream teas, a raffle and tombola, face-painting and amazing botanical watercolour workshops for visitors of all ages. The date is Saturday May 9th, 2026, from 2 pm to 4pm. Location: the… Read more »

Join the Celebration Come together, to admire the spectacular golden bloom of broom in springtime in Bromley! Gather your friends and family, dress in green and yellow, and be part of this joyful revival of Bromley’s heritage. Read more »

Consulting communities on major proposals and paying proper attention to their responses is a fundamental principle of local democracy. Councils have a responsibility to ensure those who will be most affected by their proposals are properly informed and given sufficient time to prepare a considered response. All too often Camden’s duty of care to ensure that this happens has been totally inadequate. In fact it has happened so regularly that it is hard to escape… Read more »

Despite its majority in the council for the past 15+ years, the Labour administration has become defensive, autocratic and hard-hearted. Examples from the letters pages of the CNJ over many months provide plenty of evidence of Camden’s systemic lack of respect, commitment and probity towards their ratepayers and voters. A selection is quoted below: “Many of Camden’s decisions have been hastily conceived, ill-considered or ideologically motivated… virtuously presented as being for the public good.” “a… local… Read more »

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Three new films by Ealing film students were premiered at ActOne Cinema on 16 April. John Boult worked with MetFilm‘s Nick Cohen, their tutor, to design a brief for students to create films which would celebrate Ealing and raise the profile of Ealing Civic Society. It was fascinating to see how different students had interpreted their brief in their short films, each around 8 minutes long. Nick and John outlined the aims of the project… Read more »

The Society was recently invited to represent members in the City’s consultation on their new Supplementary Planning Document, entitled “Celebrating Heritage”. We attended an in-person consultation session at St. Ethelburga’s and spoke with officers there about the SPD and some of our concerns. The draft SPD is available here. Our letter responding to the consultation is below. 260414 CHS Letter re Celebrating Heritage SPD_for websiteDownload The post “Celebrating Heritage” SPD appeared first on City Heritage… Read more »

Following Superintendent Zubin Writers talk at our Open Meeting and AGM. It was made apparent that not everyone knew about this initiative. Message from the Pinner and Pinner South Safer Neighbourhood Teams: As part of work to keep Londoners up to date with the work we are doing in your local area, we are rolling… Read more »

We look forward to welcoming Northwood residents and businesses at our 60th Annual General Meeting on Thursday 21st May, 8pm at Northwood Methodist Church, Oaklands Gate HA6 3AA. Come along to hear about the executive committee’s activities during 2025.  Our guest speaker, Cllr Philip Corthorne, will speak about his experiences as Mayor of Hillingdon 2025 – 2026. We also expect David Simmonds CBE MP to address the meeting, and we’ll finish with an Open Forum… Read more »

Following a very successful Bumblebee identification course in Greenwich Park last week, the Bumblebee Conservation Trust are running another FREE course on Friday 17 April at the Blackheath CTC (Holly House Cadet Training Centre) on Blackheath, near Eliot Pits. The Course is FREE to attend and lasts for five hours from 10.30 am to 3.30 pm.  Please bring a packed lunch.  Tea and coffee provided. Book your space on Eventbrite here. The programme is as… Read more »

The twelfth Annual General Meeting of the Hampstead Neighbourhood Forum took place at 7.00pm on 18 March 2026. It was held at the Hampstead Community Centre with more than 40 people attending. Approval of Minutes of the last AGM The minutes of the previous AGM, held on 11 March 2025, had been posted on the Forum’s website. As proposed by Linda Chung and seconded by Francesca Agostini, the minutes were approved nem. con. Approval of… Read more »

Last Updated on 13 April 2026 The Wimbledon Society sent a questionnaire to all parties contesting the Merton Council Elections in May 2026, seeking the views of each party on key questions. The questions are noted in the attached paper, followed by the unedited responses of each party. The responses are listed in alphabetical order of the names of the parties. The responses received have been circulated to Wimbledon Society members by email and can… Read more »

Now is the time to start thinking about sending us a nomination for our 2026 award for good design in the Borough. Do you know of a new building, a major refurbishment, an extension or a new landscape which has been in use for at least 6 months which is deserving of one of our awards? It could be a home extension, a church, a new public space, a school, a house or a shop.… Read more »

The annual general meeting of the Society was held on 25 March as part of the meeting. The relevant documents are available: Read more »

The grandson of wartime hero Field Marshal Bernard ‘Monty’ Montgomery (below left) visited the SHAEF (Supreme Headquarters Allied Expeditionary Force) Monument in Bushy Park on Thursday 9th April. He placed a replacement commemorative plaque on the monument. The previous one had become damaged and needed to be replaced. See Teddington Town for a full report. 11 April 2026 Read more »

Two London Assembly documents argue for more mid-rise housing, better design quality and stronger public engagement, suggesting London needs growth that is denser, more contextual, and more publicly legitimate. Read more »

There is an item on the License Review for events in the park. Please click here to see. Read more »

Despite a petition which gathered over 1,600 signatures, Richmond Council are sticking with their decision to close Teddington’s only allotments in Shacklegate Lane. The allotments will become part of the adjacent graveyard. The issue has gathered a lot of publicity - you can read more here:Sunday TimesThe StandardTeddington TownBBCSouth London NewsTeddington Nub News 6 Apr 2026 Read more »

We are aware of serious concerns being voiced by Kew residents about the impending sale of Garden Court to Westminster Council. We understand that some residents of Garden Court have been served with “soon to be abolished” section 21 eviction notices by the current landlord. There are concerns for the wellbeing of the residents being evicted who are reportedly experiencing difficulty in finding alternative housing. It has been reported that Westminster Council intend to use… Read more »

Last Updated on 3 April 2026 Invitation to Save Wimbledon Park Public Meetings on 16th April and 22nd April 2026 Save Wimbledon Park (SWP) would like to update you on progress made in opposing the current plans put forward by the All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC): SWP believes that AELTC should stop and think again. It’s been a busy few weeks with court cases and the intervention of the House Of Lords, whilst still… Read more »

Summer Garden Party at Richmond Golf Club, on Saturday 27th June We are exceptionally grateful to the club for hosting us at their beautiful home between Petersham and Ham. The live music, food and drink will be of the highest standard and is included in the cost of just £25. This is a rare chance for members to enjoy an evening at an exclusive venue. The post Summer Garden Party 2026 appeared first on Ham… Read more »

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With technology borrowed from the e-scooter industry and Tesla-level safety systems, ScootRail plans to deploy rail e-scooters, or ‘Scootas’, in the gaps between commuter trains, offering a traffic-free, fume-free ride into the city. Read more »

A talk by Sarah ScannellDirector Planning and Development, Islington CouncilRoom 1, Islington Town Hall, Weds 29th April, 7pm. Sarah Scannell took up her post in October last year, so is relatively new in this important position. She was previously in Birmingham as Assistant Planning Director and she says her job here allows her to focus on detail more than she was able to in the past. Planning authorities everywhere are under pressure from government to approve… Read more »

Arnstein’s ladder still exposes the gap between being consulted and having power. National policy and Kingston speak better about engagement, but London’s design disconnect shows meaningful influence remains elusive. Read more »

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OCPS has now launched an application for a Judicial Review of the London Borough of Hounslow (LBH)'s decision to grant planning, challenging LBH, on the basis of illegality.To proceed with a Judicial Review, OCPS needs to raise funds to cover the substantial legal costs.  We are a small charity and will be covering as much of the cost as we can, but this will not be nearly enough.  We have set up a Just Giving page and would be enormously grateful for any contribution that… Read more »

Friends of St George’s Gardens AGM Thursday 26 March 2026 at 7.00pm Coram Foundation, 41 Brunswick Square WC1N 1AZ (google map) AGENDA Plans for 2026 including proposal for an Eliza Fenning memorial in the gardens Annual report and accounts for 2025 Election of committee GUEST SPEAKER Chris Foster: Confessions of a Camden guide. ALL WELCOME The post Friend’s AGM 2026 appeared first on FOSGG. Read more »

SHRA social evening incorporating AGM. Strawberry Hill Golf Club Wellesley Road Wednesday 22 April 7pm for 7:30 start. All residents of Strawberry Hill are members of SHRA and are invited to join us for drinks and finger food. The post Annual General Meeting appeared first on Strawberry Hill Residents' Association. Read more »

Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed that a new Superloop express bus route, the SL15, will launch in 2027, passing through Forest Hill as part of a cross-South London service linking Clapham Junction to Eltham. The route will run from Clapham Junction through Clapham South, Tulse Hill, Forest Hill, Catford, Lewisham and on to Eltham, with a stop at West Dulwich on the return journey providing a direct link with Dulwich Village. The SL15 will… Read more »

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Haringey Parks Department – General We walked around Muswell Hill with the Parks Manager and Cllr Cathy Brennan on Monday 9th February 2026. The Parks Manager was aware that their service had not been up to standard over the past … ENVIRONMENT REPORT MARCH 2026 Read More » Read more »

Since our report in November, there have been 41 applications in the Wards that the Association is concerned with and one objection has been lodged. This is approximately the same number of applications reported in our last report, and continues … PLANNING REPORT MARCH 2026 Read More » Read more »

Sunday May 17th,   11am & 2:30pmThis is one of a series of six of Averil Nottage’s popular – and free of charge –  local historical walks, being reprised for the first time since 2022.This walk covers an extraordinary chapter in Belsize’s history.  In just a few streets, we’ll meet figures of national and international significance whose lives and work influenced both British culture and global events.  Together we’ll discover how art and espionage flourished side by side… Read more »

As part of Camden’s Safe & Healthy Streets programme, the latest proposals involve altering traffic flows from Fleet Road to prevent left turns onto Parkhill Rd. and stop turns into Fleet Rd. from Lawn Rd. This is supposedly “to improve road safety on Fleet Road, outside Fleet Primary School, and on the residential streets between Fleet Road and Haverstock Hill. We also want to make it easier, safer and more enjoyable for people walking, wheeling and… Read more »

Summary of Key Proposed Changes to the Constitution This note summarises the main changes between the previous MapRA constitution (April 2025) and the updated constitution approved by MapRA committee in January 2026. The aim of the changes is to modernise governance, clarify decision‑making, and make MapRA easier to run while remaining accountable to members. What has not changed Key… Source Read more »

Is Gunnersbury Gus wondering who might that bee?” Please click here to go to our ‘Green Up Gunnersbury’ page for more.    Read more »

The first ever Barnsbury Book festival is planned for 17-19 April. https://www.barnsburybookfestival.org/ It’s all in aid of restoring the 130-foot church spire in Thornhill Square – which is on the Heritage at Risk Register and badly needs work. The line-up: art and architecture     Grayson Perry, Rowan Moore, Dan Cruickshank history and literature   Marina Warner, Frances Wilson, Clair Wills music                          Stephen Hough comedy … Read more »

There are several locations in our area where the Council is proposing to place Micromobility parking bays for e-bikes and e-scooters.  The full text can be viewed here.   Read more »

Brockley Society welcomes new volunteers at any time, but as a priority we currently need to begin reducing the workload for Clare, our current Chair. We have identified two specific roles that would make a great contribution to beginning this process. Secretary for Brockley Society We need a new to volunteer to take on this role and become a trustee of Brockley Society!For several years we have had no secretary to do deal with Brockley… Read more »

Amazon food has closed. New Wholefoods likely to open at the beginning of April. Read more »

Legendary former Islington Council Conservation Officer Alec Forshaw talked about tall buildings and high-density development at the Society’s AGM. Starting with the premise that ‘not all tall buildings are bad’ and that some are landmarks Alec highlighted several examples of ‘good’ tall buildings (TB) in London broadly and in Islington in particular including housing blocks in Finsbury such as Bevin Court, and student accommodation in Pentonville Road but recognised those built at City Road Basin… Read more »

Sunday 17th May 2026 6.30 pm Venue to be announced. Tickets £32 including refreshments Highgate Society members and their guests only. For details and booking click More Read more »

From Implacable Foe to Unlikely Guardian: Why CHS Now Defends No. 1 Poultry History has a wry sense of humour. For nearly two decades, the City Heritage Society fought one of the longest and most hard-fought conservation battles in British planning history to prevent No. 1 Poultry from being built. We stood shoulder-to-shoulder with SAVE Britain’s Heritage, Historic England (then English Heritage), and countless other conservation allies in opposing Peter Palumbo’s scheme to demolish eight… Read more »

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Jean Elrington ExhibitionLocal artist, Jean Elrington, died peacefully last summer at her home in Lloyd Baker Street aged 95. Professionally, Jean worked as an architect and, from childhood, was a committed watercolour artist, a passion which lasted all her life. She painted places that were close to her heart around the world and extensively in the area where she lived. Along with her architectural training, Jean’s painting style and personality were unique. Her vivid use… Read more »

(AGM Photos: Anne Farthing. Click for larger versions) We were delighted to announce our 2025 Awards at the delayed AGM at the recital hall in Latymer Upper School on Monday 9th February. We were equally pleased to see a large number of members, and that both our MP’s felt able to tear themselves away from Westminster turmoil to join us. The awards were introduced by vice-chairman Richard Winterton and kindly presented by the Mayor of… Read more »

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There will be another empty shop on George Street when Russell & Bromley closes down. Its previous premises next to Pret À Manger are still vacant too. This reflects the […] Read more »

The Richmond Society is shocked by the robbery which took place in Paved Court on Saturday January 31st. In a video circulated widely, two masked men are seen smashing the […] Read more »

Come and join the Friends of St George’s Gardens for The Big Garden Birdwatch 2026 Come and join the Friends of St George’s Gardens for an hour, to count our feathered visitors. Part of the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds annual bird watch: www.rspb.org.uk/whats-happening/big-garden-birdwatch We’ll have recording sheets for you, but please bring a pen. Saturday January 25th, from 9:00am – 10:00am. The post Big Garden Birdwatch 2026 appeared first on FOSGG. Read more »

This is the formal objection of Ealing Fields Residents’ Association (EFRA) to the proposed event, “Blondin Park Live,” in early September 2026.     The full text can be viewed here. Read more »

Attached is this year’s Annual Report, reviewing the key activities of the Society, and at least three local megaprojects, this year also providing a reflection on the outgoing chairman’s three year term. Subjects include: The changing face of Hammersmith Projects in development  Local Plan Hammersmith Bridge Committee members Reflections on Chairmanship 2022-2025 The agenda, accounts and other AGM information are or will be on the dedicated 2025 AGM page. Read more »

by Jordan Henderson and Michael Laver IN THE BEGINNING … …. was the much smaller Bayswater Chapel, built to serve local residents when Bayswater was first developed by Edward Orme. The population grew at an explosive rate and a much larger church was needed. The ambitious new building was funded by John Allcroft, an ancestor of the current Patron of St Matthew’s. The church still has the ceremonial trowel with which the foundation stone was… Read more »

The 2025-2026 issue of the Kensington Society winter newsletter is on its way to all members, but it can also be read and/or downloaded from this website. It is on 16 pages, focussing on our GPs and NHS, mansion blocks and the recently approved Kensal Canalside application. The post The 2025-2026 winter newsletter is in the mail appeared first on The Kensington Society. Read more »

Jubilee Gardens new visitor data insights Our latest report provided by Cross River Partnership on behalf of South Bank BID offers a detailed picture of how people moved through Jubilee Gardens between July and September 2025. Sensors at the Gardens’ two main entrances – the north entrance closest to Hungerford Bridge and the south entrance next to the London Eye – recorded average daily pedestrian counts of around 9,400 each, showing consistently high levels of… Read more »

In one of our most significant projects aimed at helping the local community, The Bedford Park Society has funded and produced a 12-page guide Energy Conservation in Bedford Park Houses, arranging delivery of free copies to 2,500 households in Bedford Park. The guide (cover left) will help homeowners consider the most effective options available while respecting the architectural history and traditional construction of Bedford Park houses and following heritage sector best practice. It is relevant for owners… Read more »

Our Christmas drinks gathering will be on Wednesday 17 December at the Duchess pub, on the corner of Stamford Brook Road and the Goldhawk Road from 6.30. It will be a good chance to meet your Committee and other neighbours and discuss local issues - and others. We look forward to seeing you there. Read more »

All members are welcome to Ham and Petersham Association and Amenities Group’s Christmas Party at the Hand and Flower Pub, Ham Common. Celebrate Christmas and celebrate the work done to help preserve Ham and Petersham as a great place to live. Enjoy wine and finger food along with great company. Members only. The post Christmas Party 2025 – Hand and Flower pub appeared first on Ham and Petersham Association and Amenities Group. Read more »

Disappointingly, on 3 November 2025 the Mayor of London published his decision report on the planning application for a tall building at 1 Burlington Lane, Hogarth Roundabout, choosing not to intervene but allow it to proceed. This despite over 1000 objections to Hounslow Council and the Greater London Authority, and being supported by Andy Slaughter MP, Gareth Roberts of the London Assembly and Andrew Boff, deputy Chair of the London Assembly.GLA Full Report Read more »

This is one of the many interesting articles in our latest Newsletter, Autumn Issue : October 2025 : No.259 Our newsletter is free to members in either a printed in black and white copy delivered, or as a full colour pdf version sent by email. Just one of the benefits of joining the society: www.brixtonsociety.org.uk/join-us   Read more »

Planning application submitted (25/08325/FULL) There is a major proposal to renovate the old dairy at 31 St Petersburgh Place, recently a marketing suite for the Whiteley, home to a Guillam Coffee house and a private office tenant. The building’s new owner proposes to make it a high quality permanent home for their worldwide operations. Guillam and the office tenant will remain in place for the medium term. BIG architects, a globally prominent practice involved, for… Read more »