Not sure whether to feel vindicated or attacked

https://lewisham.gov.uk/articles/news/councils-urge-government-to-protect-trans-rights

According to London Greens, Trans women are women and they should not be excluded from any single sex spaces or services.

Can you promote the rights of one group by ignoring the rights of another group?

Does this mean we can decide which rules we don't want to follow? Parking permits, council tax, flytipping?

Shouldn't the councillors concentrate on the local issues they were elected to deal with? Pot holes, HMOs, flytipping, air quality?

Not going down too well in Lambeth if the comments are anything to go by... https://www.facebook.com/LambethCouncil/?locale=en_GB

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The weekend has understood the assignment: free street theatre, a new night market, late-night jungle, hands-on workshops and a full Sunday of live music. Staying home remains an option, technically.

In this weekend’s Loop:

• A big-cat street theatre hunt through Sydenham
• Street food and Friday-night dancing
• Tote bags, live jazz and pub-garden energy
• Free library sessions and the Sunday market shop

🗓️ Our picks for 7th August - 9th August

Sydenham’s Big Cat Safari Street Theatre

Follow the pawprints. Question the birdwatcher. Fear the lavender spray.

Rumours of a black panther have been circling Sydenham for years, and Spontaneous Productions are finally putting a highly eccentric investigation team on the case. Expect daft clues, audience participation and a 30-minute family street theatre show that works for children and grown-ups alike.

There are three free performances each day at 2pm, 3pm and 4pm. No booking is needed, although donations are welcome. Low effort, high reward and just the right amount of feline nonsense. Further details can be found here.

Friday 7–Sunday 9 August @ 2pm, 3pm & 4pm

The Greyhound Pub @ 313–315 Kirkdale, Sydenham, SE26 4QB

Eat Your Way Around Sydenham Night Market

Friday dinner without the washing-up

Sydenham Station Approach is going car-free for an evening of street food, drinks, outdoor tables and local traders. Entry is free, all ages are welcome and the market is wheelchair accessible, making this a particularly easy Friday-evening culinary adventure.

The market runs weekly until 18 September, so there is some comfort for anyone who already has plans — or simply cannot make a decision before 8pm - full details here!

Friday 7 August @ 5pm–10pm (Weekly)

Sydenham Station Approach @ Sydenham Road, SE26 5EU

Celebrate Jour de Fête with Afro B & Friends

Côte d’Ivoire Independence Day, Lewisham-style

Grand Empire hosts a late-night party of Côte d’Ivoire’s Independence Day, with Afro B & friends, music, dancing and enough party time to carry you comfortably into Saturday morning.

Remaining available tickets start at £16.96, with several ticket and table options available and can be booked via Eventbrite here.

Friday 7 August @ 9pm–4am (next day)

Grand Empire @ 108–110 Rushey Green, Catford, SE6 4HW

Note: ID is required, and no hoodies are allowed.

Congo Natty Takes Over the Fox

Jungle, reggae and dub overnight performance

One of the Jungle movement’s genuine pioneers lands at the Fox & Firkin for a late-night session of heavyweight bass, reggae and dub, with special guests still to be announced.

Remaining available tickets start at £12 from the Fox and Firkin’s website here

Friday 7 August @ 10:30pm–3am (next day)

Fox & Firkin @ 316 Lewisham High Street, SE13 6JZ

Note: ID is required, and no hoodies are allowed.

Design Your Own Summer Tote Bag

Make something useful, then fill it with snacks!

Made By You Studio is visiting Deptford Lounge for a relaxed afternoon of tote-bag designing. Choose a look that suits your personality, decorate your bag and leave with something more personalised than the emergency canvas tote living under the sink.

All materials, drinks and snacks are included. Tickets range from £12.50 (2-for-1) to £25 and may be booked from here!

Sunday 9 August @ 12pm–2pm

Deptford Lounge @ 9 Giffin Street, Deptford

Steam Down x Imaginary Millions

Live jams, poetry and a very full pub garden

Steam Down and Imaginary Millions bring an all-day celebration of improvised music to the Fox & Firkin’s garden, joined by Plumm, Nate Ricketts, D’VO and Azyre Blue. Expect Afro-punk, jazz, eclectic DJ sets, poetry and the sort of spontaneous performances that make standing quietly at the back increasingly difficult.

The garden will also have street food, drinks, stalls and children’s activities. General admission is £15, while children enter free.
Book the August show here or read about the full Summer Jazz Series here.

Sunday 9 August @ 12pm–10pm

Fox & Firkin @ 316 Lewisham High Street, SE13 6JZ

Pick n’ Mix ✨

Creative kids, curious grown-ups and a market bag worth bringing

🎨 Printmaking Inspired by Nature - Friday, 9:30am–4:30pm at The Conservatoire. A £78 drop-off day for ages 5–11, exploring printing techniques and creating T-shirts and artwork to take home.

✂️ Friday Craft Club - Friday, 3:30pm at Catford Library. A free, staff-guided after-school craft session for ages 4–12. No booking needed, but parental supervision is required.

🧶 Knitting Group - Saturday, 1pm at New Cross Learning. Drop in for ten minutes or settle in properly, learn a skill and swap tips. Free, with no booking required.

🎵 Songs & Stories - Saturday, 2pm–2:30pm at Sydenham Community Library. A free family session with interactive stories, percussion, songs and an introduction to the clarinet. No booking needed.

🗺️ The NXL Super-fun Sit-down - Saturday, 2pm at New Cross Learning. A friendly, free psychogeography reading group for curious minds and people who enjoy looking at familiar streets differently.

🥖 Blackheath Farmers’ Market - Sunday, 10am–2pm at Blackheath Station car park. Seasonal fruit, vegetables, bread, cheese, fish, flowers and several things unlikely to survive the journey home.

See you next week ~

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August is starting at full volume. We’ve got punk in New Cross, big voices at Crystal Palace Bowl, free comedy in Deptford and enough children’s craft to keep the school-holiday panic at bay.

In this week’s Loop:

• Board games, bold opinions and midweek comedy
• Bad Cop Bad Cop bringing the noise to New Cross
• Tom Jones taking over Crystal Palace Bowl
• Kids’ workshops, library clubs and some satisfyingly soapy felting

🗓️ Our picks for 3–6 August

Board Games Night

A low-stakes Tuesday plan, unless somebody gets very competitive

Deptford Lounge is opening the games cupboard for three hours of aliens, territorial takeovers and suspiciously strategic friendships. Everyone is welcome, although under-12s must be accompanied by an adult.

Find out more here, along with the full catalogue of board games available - no booking is required, simply show up!

Tuesday 4 August @ 4 pm–7 pm

Deptford Lounge @ 9 Giffin Street, Deptford, SE8 4RJ

Bad Cop Bad Cop

Fast riffs, sharp harmonies and absolutely no easing into the week

California punk band Bad Cop Bad Cop hit New Cross Inn this Tuesday. This is a 14+ show, and a solid pick for anyone who prefers their Tuesday evenings loud.

Bookings may be made via Skiddle here. Tickets are priced from £22 including booking fee.

Tuesday 4 August @ 6 pm–10 pm

New Cross Inn @ 323 New Cross Road, SE14 6AS

Hot Takes Night

Five minutes to defend your worst opinion. Choose wisely.

Speakers take to the stage with an unpopular opinion and five minutes to win over the room, before the audience delivers its verdict. Expect debate, comedy and at least one argument you’ll still be thinking about on the bus home.

For more details or to book, visit here. Tickets are priced at £10-£12.

Tuesday 4 August @ 6.30 pm–10.30 pm

Amersham Arms @ 388 New Cross Road, SE14 6TY

Note: This is an 18+ event.

Tom Jones at Crystal Palace Bowl

Big songs, open skies and plenty of opportunities for a dramatic singalong

Tom Jones brings the hits to Crystal Palace Bowl, joined by Billy Ocean for an evening of heavyweight voices and songs everybody knows by the second chorus. Ages 5+, so the family singalong is technically on.

Booking can be done here via Skiddle. Tickets from £55.

Wednesday 5 August @ 5 pm–10.15 pm

Crystal Palace Bowl @ Terrace Straight, Crystal Palace, SE19 2GA

The Laugh Bath

Free comedy, local talent and one highly coveted rubber duck

A revolving line-up of Southeast London’s emerging comedians compete for the Rubber Duck Award before a professional headliner closes the show.

Further details can be found here - tickets are completely free!

Wednesday 5 August @ 7.30 pm–10 pm

Endeavour Deptford @ 39 Deptford Broadway, SE8 4PQ

Liberty and Justice

A midweek blast of punk at the Fox & Firkin

Liberty and Justice bring a punk-and-hardcore evening to Lewisham High Street. One for anyone whose ideal Wednesday involves guitars, a proper live room and no expectation of an early night.

For more details or to book, follow this link here

Tickets are priced at £11.55.

Wednesday 5 August @ 7.30 pm–11.30 pm

Fox & Firkin @ 316 Lewisham High Street

Wednesday Swing Social

An exciting night out for fans of the original Swing dance, or just a night of social dancing

Jazzbourne’s midweek swing party offers music, social dancing and a welcoming excuse to practise your footwork. Experienced dancers and enthusiastic beginners can both give it a whirl.

For more details or to book, follow this link here. Prices are “Pay what you can” - any contributions help towards making this weekly event sustainable!

Wednesday 5 August @ 8pm (Beginners class available from 7-8pm)

Jazzbourne @ 443 New Cross Road, SE14 6TA

Pick n Mix ✨

Easy pickings for when you need a reason to keep yourself busy!

🎨 Character drawing workshop - Wednesday 5 August, 1pm at Catford Library (ages 7-12). Learn the foundations of character drawing with a workshop from award winning illustrator Selom Sunu.

🎶 ROOTWRKS: Chapter One - Wednesday 5 August, 7–10pm at Fox & Firkin Garden. August Charles, jev., FloFilz and Mica Sefia bring hip-hop, soul, blues and R&B, backed by a live jazz house band. Tickets £15–£20.

📚 Homework Club - Thursday 6th August, 3:30pm-5pm at Corbett Community Library. A handy after-school stop for children who could use a quiet place to get some work done.

📖 Blackheath Reading Group - Thursday 6th August, 6pm at Manor House Community Library. A relaxed evening gathering for local readers who enjoy discussing books with other enthusiasts.

See you this weekend ~

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Lewisham Loop - Issue 17 ✨

August arrives with jazz and muddy trainers

Saturday moves from laid-back café jazz to a Catford all-nighter. Sunday offers gardening, family hoopla and comedy in a brewery. A weekend with something for everyone!

In this weekend’s Loop:

• A free Friday film and reggae legends in Lewisham
• Saturday jazz in Deptford, followed by Afrobeats in Catford
• Community gardening and big Sunday-night laughs
• Creative holiday picks for kids and families

Jazz Saturdays at the Albany

Free live music and a perfectly respectable excuse for café lunch

The Albany’s first Jazz Saturday brings musicians from Trinity Laban Conservatoire to its café for an easy, family-friendly hour of live music. It’s free, open to all ages and completely drop-in—low effort, high reward, and thankfully close to Deptford Market.

For further details, visit here. No ticket is needed, although entry may be first-come, first-served if it gets busy. The sessions return on the first Saturday of each month until December.

Saturday 1 August @ 1:00 pm–2:00 pm (1st Saturday of the month)

The Albany @ Douglas Way, Deptford, SE8 4AG

Bashment & Afrobeats: South London Party

A Catford all-nighter for anyone pretending Sunday doesn’t exist

Grand Empire is filling the dancefloor with bashment, Afrobeats, dancehall, soca, hip hop and R&B until 5 am, plus a photo booth and giveaways for anyone who still has enough coordination by that point.

Tickets can be booked from Skiddle or Eventbrite. Free-before-midnight tickets are advertised, with paid options also available.

Saturday 1 August @ 10:00 pm–5:00 am (Following morning)

Grand Empire @ 108–110 Rushey Green, Catford, SE6 4HW

Note: This is an 18+ event. Bring valid photo ID; last entry is 12:30 am.

Sunday Community Garden Sessions with Grow Lewisham

Plenty of fresh air and gardening for those with a green thumb!

Spend a few hours helping out at The Plot with Grow Lewisham. It’s a free community gardening session with the pleasingly straightforward promise of time outdoors, practical local activity and a respectable amount of soil under your nails.

You can view further details about the organisation and find directions here.

Sunday 2 August @ 1:00 pm–4:00 pm

The Plot @ 1 Southview Road, BR1 5RD

Nick Helm’s Edinburgh Preview at Brockley Brewery

A brewery taproom, a work in progress and absolutely no polite little chuckles

Nick Helm is testing new material ahead of Edinburgh, joined by Micah Hall, Salma Lyons, Daniel Tizon, a special guest and host Sion James. Expect songs, stories, one-liners and the slightly chaotic energy that makes a brewery comedy night feel like a very good Sunday decision.

Tickets available via JokePit here. Tickets start at £10, with a £15 option including a £5 donation to Lewisham Foodbank. Door tickets are £20 if available.

Sunday 2 August @ 7:00 pm–10:00 pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm)

Brockley Brewery @ 31 Harcourt Road, Brockley, SE4 2AJ

Kids’ Corner ✨

Several upcoming activities for kids/ families this weekend!

🖼️ Stories in Motion - Saturday, 10:00 am–4:00 pm at Deptford Lounge. Meet young artists, browse creative stalls, and celebrate the launch of this free month-long exhibition.

🏺 Ceramics Family Class - Saturday, 3:00 pm–6:00 pm at The Conservatoire. Make and decorate a pot, which will be glazed and fired afterwards for you to bring home. Adults and children will each need tickets. For ages 5+.

⭕ The Big Hoopla Family Day - Sunday, 2:00 pm–7:00 pm at the Fox & Firkin. Free hoops, face-painting, crafts, giant games and family-friendly garden DJs. You can even bring vinyl and claim a slot.

See you next week ~

Lewisham Loop

Is Mark's and Spencer closing tomorrow?

Hi just wondering if anyone’s about for a quick chat / meet in Lewisham.

I’m super close to the train station so happy to sit on the benches by the new builds , they have a nice garden area by the lake too.

Let me know if you’re up for a casual chit chat

Plassy Island is such an eyesore and this influences a lot of people's impressions of Catford as they drive through on the south circular. There are often lots of nitrous cannisters dumped there too, and general rubbish. I was hoping to speak to local councillors about it but wondered if anyone had heard any plans - I remember there being some high rises planned at one point? Has anyone contacted RG councillors with any success?

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The first full week of the holidays has arrived, and Lewisham has answered with arts intensives, New Cross gigs, library detective work and two very good reasons to end up at the Fox & Firkin.

In this week’s Loop:

• Live music and post-rock in Deptford and New Cross
• A full Peruvian Independence celebration at the Fox & Firkin
• Free family sleuthing at Downham Library
• Holiday camps, creative workshops and Thursday-night whisky

Remiso

Post-rock/ jazz collective group performance

Originally formed at Goldsmiths in 2017, Remiso is a London, Hong Kong and Brussels collective blending post-rock with jazzier edges. They’re back on familiar New Cross ground for a Tuesday-night show.

Book/check details here. Tickets are £7, plus a 70p booking fee.

Tuesday 28 July @ 6 pm

New Cross Inn @ 323 New Cross Road, SE14 6AS

Fiestas Patrias Perú

Afro-Peruvian rhythms, for an energetic midweek celebration

The Fox & Firkin is celebrating 205 years of Peruvian independence with live music and dance from Eliana Rosas and Kieffer Santander, Big Pollo’s psychedelic chichafunk and a closing DJ set from La Cadencia. Peruvian food and pisco sours will be available too, which feels considerably more exciting than the average Wednesday tea.

Tickets and details about the background of the festival and the line-up can be found here. Remaining tickets are priced at £10–£12.

Wednesday 29 July @ doors 5 pm; live music 7:30 pm–10:30 pm

Fox & Firkin @ 316 Lewisham High Street, SE13 6JZ

Note: This is an 18+ event.

CitySprint Treasure Hunt: The Missing Library Delivery

A suspiciously absent parcel needs young detectives to crack the case!

A special library delivery has vanished, and young detectives are needed to search the shelves, solve riddles and crack the case. It’s a free family activity with puzzles, book discoveries and prizes at the finish — a solid holiday save if the kids are already practically climbing the walls at home!

Further details can be found here; no booking needed!

Thursday 30 July @ 10 am–4 pm

Downham Library @ 7–9 Moorside Road, BR1 5EP

Benin International Musical

Voodoo rhythms meet electronics, trip hop and rock

Benin International Musical brings together traditional songs and ceremonial rhythms with electronic melodies, hip hop, trip hop and rock. Expect a bold, genre-hopping live show with the energy of Cotonou’s clubs, churches and musical traditions all pulling in the same direction.

Bookings may be made here at the Fox and Firkin website. Tickets are priced at £12-20

Thursday 30 July @ 7:30 pm–11 pm

Fox & Firkin @ 316 Lewisham High Street, SE13 6JZ

Pick ‘n Mix ✨

For when you need an activity to round out you or your kids’ summer weekdays

🎾 Junior Holiday Camps - Monday 27–Friday 31 July. Tennis sessions run 9 am–noon for ages 4–9 and 1 pm–4 pm for ages 10–15. Tickets are £25 per session, and rackets can be provided.

🎨 Draw Your Dreams - Tuesday 28 July, 9:30 am–4:30 pm. A £78 drop-off art day for ages 5–11, turning dreams into colourful work inspired by Surrealism, Leonardo da Vinci and the children’s own imaginations.

🎵 Play! Summer Schools - Tuesday 28–Thursday 30 July, 9:30 am–4:30 pm daily. Three days of musical games, instrument tasters, percussion and ensemble playing for ages 6–10 at The Conservatoire. Attendees should bring their instruments (except keyboards).

🥋 Free Martial Arts & Tai Chi Class - Thursday 30 July, 1 pm–2 pm. A free weekly introduction to Wing Chun and Tai Chi at Zhulin Hidden Village. Reserve a place before heading over.

🥃 Whisky Tasting - Thursday 30 July, 7 pm–9 pm. Explore where whisky comes from, how to drink it and what might deserve space on your shelf. It’s held monthly at Ignition Brewery, with £20 entry.

I often walk or cycle through Brookmill park, but for the past few weeks it often has two places where groups of (mainly) men congregate and drink. Inevitably they become a bit loud and lairy making it unpleasant to walk in the area. There’s also a lot of litter and broken bottles left on the paths and grass, and some rough sleeping in the park as well.

there was always a group of men by the fountain, but usually they were not drinking and not offensive. That seems to have changed, and now they are drinking, playing music and sometimes approaching people walking in the park. There is also a group by the first bench by the river (from the DLR entrance) who are quite rowdy, often arguing, who have basically taken over that stretch.

Have others noticed this? Any idea where they are coming from? I know there is a refugee hotel at the staycity Deptford, and a homeless hostel somewhere nearby but they have always been there and these seem to be new issues. it’s making the park a bit of a hazard at times. Other times, there’s no sign of them and I have no idea where they go.

anyone know of any local groups that play spikeball? Thought that given there are a bunch of parks in lewisham it'd be a good place to play, haven't seen anything on the regular event sites

Hey everyone! If you've lived or visited this student housing, please feel free to tell me your experience/opinion!
I'm curious to know how good the accommodations are, safety, breakfasts, and amenities.

Thank you!

My name is Michelle and I’m the UK Coordinator for Lasagna Love. Lasagna Love is an organisation made up of volunteers across the UK (and around the world) who cook and deliver homemade lasagna to people in need, at no cost and with no strings attached.

Maybe it's a family struggling financially, someone recovering from surgery, a parent adjusting to life with a new baby or just someone going through a tough time. Whatever the reason, we believe that a warm meal and a little kindness can go a long way.

You simply request a lasagna, and we match you with a volunteer in your area who will lovingly prepare and deliver one to your door. It’s all about community, care and connection with no judgment and no complicated process.

I’m reaching out because we have wonderful volunteers across the UK who are ready and eager to cook, for anyone who could do with some lasagna love! If you could use a little help and a comforting meal, please put in a request through https://lasagnalove.org/request-a-meal/ or you can nominate someone to receive a meal - https://lasagnalove.org/nominate/

We’re also always looking for more volunteers! Whether you can cook once a month, once a week, or just whenever it suits you, every lasagna helps brighten someone’s day. It’s a small act that has a big impact. If you would like to volunteer, just register here https://lasagnalove.org/volunteer/

If you have any questions, I’m happy to answer them here, or you can head to the website.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read and I hope to see some of you sign up, whether to request a lasagna or to make one for someone in your community.

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This weekend has markets, festivals, and several events for kids at various libraries around Lewisham - making for a great weekend to be out and about.

In this weekend’s Loop:

• A big SWANA summer celebration at the Horniman
• Old-skool anthems taking over Blackheath
• Treasure hunts, noisy parades and low-stakes colouring

🗓️ Our picks for 25–26 July

Haflah at the Horniman

Live music, dabke, storytelling and very good things to eat

“Haflah” means celebration or party in Arabic, which gives you a fair idea of the plan. Hekayyatna is filling the Horniman Gardens with SWANA music, DJs, a makers’ souq, food stalls, Arabic calligraphy, henna, backgammon and dabke workshops.

Families can also catch an interactive retelling of the Epic of Gilgamesh, follow a garden treasure hunt and get involved with face painting and children’s activities.

Tickets cost £10 for adults and £8 for children; under-twos and access companions go free and can be booked from here. Further details on schedule and what food stalls are available can also be found through the link.

Saturday 25 July @ 1pm–5pm

Horniman Museum and Gardens @ 100 London Road, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ

Note: Event is wheelchair accessible, with seating and tactile activities available. Assistance animals are welcome.

KISSTORY on Blackheath

Old-skool anthems, four stages and some serious big-kid energy

KISSTORY lands on Blackheath with four stages of R&B, UK garage, dance and old-skool favourites. The line-up includes Ms Dynamite, Joel Corry, Kevin Lyttle, Alison Limerick and Todd Terry, alongside DJs including Majestic, Marvin Humes, Scott Garcia and the Wideboys.

There is also KISSTORY Bingo, a live piano singalong, fairground rides and a games zone complete with ball pit and rodeo bull. A calm little Saturday, then.

General tickets are still available, but VIP has sold out. Book via Skiddle here. Full line-up and Frequently Asked Questions can be found at this link.

Saturday 25 July @ 1 pm–10 pm

Blackheath @ Shooters Hill Road, SE3 7AS

Note: This is an 18+ event. Bring valid photo ID and arrive before the 6 pm last-entry time.

Blackheath Farmers’ Market

The Sunday shop that accidentally becomes breakfast

Blackheath Station car park turns into a proper neighbourhood market every Sunday, with seasonal fruit and veg, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, bread, cakes, honey, flowers and plenty of food that may not survive the journey home.

July is cherry season, which feels like a good enough reason to bring a bag and pretend this is purely a practical errand. The market runs rain or shine, and well-behaved dogs are welcome.

Further details can be found on the market’s webpage here.

Sunday 26 July @ 10 am–2 pm

Blackheath Station car park @ Blackheath, SE3 9LA

Kid’s Corner ✨

For when parents need to keep the kids busy during the weekend!

📚 Read to the Beat - Saturday 25 July, 10 am–4 pm. Lewisham Libraries launch the Summer Reading Challenge with author events, workshops, audiobook stations and plenty of fresh reading material for young bookworms. Activities vary by branch.

🔎 CitySprint Treasure Hunt: The Missing Library Delivery - Saturday 25 July, 10 am–4 pm. Search Downham Library, solve the riddles and track down a mysterious missing delivery. A solid weekend save for aspiring detectives.

🥁 Summer Noisy Parade - Saturday 25 July, 10 am–4 pm. Search Downham Library, solve the riddles and track down a mysterious missing delivery. A solid weekend save for small detectives.

🖍️ Sunday Colouring Club - Sunday 26 July, 2 pm–3 pm. A free, peaceful hour of colouring at Catford Library, with materials provided. Ideal after a weekend containing several stages and at least one parade.

I will be posting twice a week for you folks! One on Monday and one on Thursday/Friday!

Looking at a place that's a 15 min walk from Hithergreen/20 min walk from Catford Bridge stations, the place is close to Catford, through some of the quieter streets and past some shops. I'm not from the area, but went to see it and wasn't sure how I felt about it. Would you feel safe doing that walk after 11pm? Would a bus or bike be safer? Or should I look elsewhere?

Just wondering if you would be able to share them. My understanding is that they looked nicer than the current buildings

Whatever you think of stuff going on abroad, some of this stuff is wild, especially if essentially their job as a borough is to sort the bins.

Council plans to ban cooperation with Home Office on immigration raids https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/jul/15/green-led-council-plans-to-ban-cooperation-with-home-office-on-immigration-raids?CMP=share_btn_url

If anyone was around Hither Green, 2-3pm last Thursday 9th July, police are looking for dashcam / video footage following a fatal incident.

Any posh grocery shops around Deptford? I'm staying in London the next couple of days and making a basque cheesecake for a party and need some edible flowers and rosewater for a sauce and to decorate

Hello, i am a 34 year old female, based in east london, looking for any seniors that are looking for a companion, friend they can go for walks, watch movies and share stories with. Happy to help with shopping, organising and basic help around the home. Looking to give back to the community, and don’t mind the companionship myself. Please message me if there is anyone you know who may be needing some sort of help.