Interview: Actor and puppeteer in Tom Fletcher’s There’s a Monster in Your Show at Blackheath Halls

Interview: Actor and puppeteer in Tom Fletcher’s There’s a Monster in Your Show at Blackheath Halls

Eliza FrostMay 14, 2024

Puppeteer and actor Charlie Daniells on making a ‘magical and memorable’ experience for first-time theatregoers Musician and author Tom Fletcher’s interactive adventures from his Who’s…

‘Accident hotspot’ to be overhauled after at least five collisions

‘Accident hotspot’ to be overhauled after at least five collisions

A South London ‘accident hotspot’ will undergo major changes to improve its safety after a history of collisions. Wandsworth Council will overhaul the junction…

Frustration as lift at Woolwich Foot Tunnel has been out of use since August 2022

Frustration as lift at Woolwich Foot Tunnel has been out of use since August 2022

Greenwich residents are ‘frustrated’ that a lift for a foot tunnel under the Thames has been out of use for over 18 months. Woolwich…

Residents ‘disgusted’ at pharmacy closures turning village into ‘ghost town’ 

Residents ‘disgusted’ at pharmacy closures turning village into ‘ghost town’ 

Elderly residents have said their South West London neighbourhood is turning into a ‘ghost town’ after it was hit by two pharmacy closures. People…

Council announce six new school streets could close during drop-off and pick-up scheme

Council announce six new school streets could close during drop-off and pick-up scheme

Six Croydon Street could close during busy drop-off and pick-up times if council plans are approved. Among the streets listed is a side road…

Cricket club reveals plans for temporary facilities after suspected arson attack destroyed pavilion

Cricket club reveals plans for temporary facilities after suspected arson attack destroyed pavilion

A long-standing cricket club in Bushy Park has revealed how it plans to keep operating after a suspected arson attack destroyed its pavilion. Hampton…

It was called The Duke of Edinburgh, then The Vanbrugh for 20 years now Duke of Greenwich – we took a visit

It was called The Duke of Edinburgh, then The Vanbrugh for 20 years now Duke of Greenwich – we took a visit

Eliza FrostMay 11, 2024

Co-owner Jonathan Kaye tells Eliza Frost about the pub’s new garden launch, the name’s historical nod and its moreish menu  “In my 10 years in London,…

‘Megaboats’ handed eviction notice after council say they spoil the view

‘Megaboats’ handed eviction notice after council say they spoil the view

Two large ‘megaboats’ at Chelsea Reach Harbour have been served an eviction notice after a West London council doubled down on its plans to…

Greenwich Dog Show returns to Old Royal Naval College

Greenwich Dog Show returns to Old Royal Naval College

Eliza FrostMay 11, 2024

Bring your pup for a family day out riverside as canines are welcomed for another year  This May sees the return of the Greenwich…

Exploring the Forest: expert advice from Deptford and East Dulwich-based plant shop

Exploring the Forest: expert advice from Deptford and East Dulwich-based plant shop

Eliza FrostMay 11, 2024

We hears some top tips for caring for your plants from the plant shop owner who even hosts workshops What is your best tip for…

Blackheath local announced as ambassador of Women Changing the World Awards

Blackheath local announced as ambassador of Women Changing the World Awards

Eliza FrostMay 11, 2024

The global awards recognise the work of incredible women everywhere, presented by Sarah Ferguson Duchess of York and Dr Tererai Trent Indira Kennedy, a…

Khan announces £14.5m investment in schemes aimed at reducing violence in crime hotspots

Khan announces £14.5m investment in schemes aimed at reducing violence in crime hotspots

Sadiq Khan has announced a £14.5m investment in schemes aimed at reducing violence in crime hotspots, in his first major act since winning a…