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The Churches of the City of London: Teddave’s photographic show is now on at Studio 73:2, Brixton
The focus of Teddave’s show is the City of London and the churches that once dominated the square mile. Man and machine and his deadline ways have visually silenced the …
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Brixton Yard Sale in the Valentia Place arches, Sat 26th April 2025
There’s a sizeable Yard Sale taking place tomorrow in the Valentia Place arches, located between Coldharbour Lane and Station Road, Brixton. On offer will be art, collectibles, craft, food, clothes, …
Fisher FC need just one point from their final game on Sat 26th April to guarantee a play-off spot
Bermondsey’s supporter-owned and volunteer-run Fisher FC need to secure just one point from their final league game of the season to guarantee their spot in the SCEFL Premier League promotion …
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The London Sewing Machine Museum Open Day happens just once a month – see upcoming dates here
It’s one of London’s more eccentric museums and it’s hardly ever open, with the doors opening for just a few hours on the first Saturday of every month. As the …
Watch a cup final in Morden tonight for just £3! Thurs 24th April 2025
Tonight, Peckham Town under 16s are playing against Elite Jr FC in the U16s League Cup Shield Final. The game is taking place at Tooting & Mitcham’s ground in Morden, …
In photos: MegaPop 2 party at the Prince Albert, Brixton, Sat 19th April 2025
Last Saturday, Brixton’s Megapop Party crew were playing a rare night at the Prince Albert on Coldharbour Lane. Scroll down to see some photos – and if you like the …
Bereavement Help Point – every Thursday afternoon at West Norwood Library
Dealing with bereavement can be an incredibly painful and lonely time for many. These free Bereavement Help Point meetings – which take place every Thursday afternoon at West Norwood Library …
In photos: Four points over the Easter Weekend fuels hope that Peckham Town can avoid the drop
Peckham’s fight against relegation was given a welcome boost over the Easter weekend, with the club drawing 0-0 at home to Metrogas on Saturday, and then putting in a superb …
Suspended over Gaza vote, former Lambeth Labour Councillor finds new home in Green Party
Former Lambeth Labour Cabinet Member, Sonia Winfred, has joined the Green party, declaring: “The direction of New Labour is not one I wish to follow nor continue to vote for, …
Marcus Gad: Frequencies of unity and change at Hootananny
Becca Leathlean caught up with Marcus Gad to ask about his music and message to the people of Brixton, ahead of his forthcoming gig at Hootananny Brixton, get ready! Coming to Hootananny on Saturday 26 April, and hailing from New Caledonia in the South Pacific, some 10,000 miles away, come Marcus Ga...
Herne Hill Free Film Festival packs in free films galore, 30th April to 23rd May 2025
Herne Hill Free Film Festival announces its 2025 festival programme with free screenings of eleven feature films, three short film nights, a film quiz, and the much-loved 48 Hour Film …
Streatham Library hosts a Sociable Group for those over 50 on the last Friday of each month
Streatham Library’s 50+ Group meets on the last Friday of each month from 10:30am-12pm for board games, card games, quizzes, puzzles and colouring. Billed as an opportunity for a friendly …
The Chatterbooks Club for 7-11 year olds meets weekly on Tuesdays at Brixton Tate Library
Chatterbooks is a reading group with a difference. Each week, the organisers talk about what they’ve been reading, play games and do lots of activities all around the wonderful world …
Fundraiser launched for Brixton man stuck in Thailand after suffering major stroke on holiday
A crowdfunder has been launched by Nayo Hunt, from Brixton, who is raising funds to get his dad, Noel home after he suffered a major ischemic stroke in Thailand. Noel …
Seafood & Cocktail bar on Atlantic Road is seized by landlords and closed down
Another bar has bitten the dust in Brixton, this time the Seafood & Cocktail Bar in one of the arches along Atlantic Road. Opening in 2021 after Network Rail had …
In photos: Dulwich Hamlet safe from relegation after crucial 2-1 victory over Canvey Island, Sat 19th April 2025
A collective sigh of relief could be heard amongst the celebrations when Luke Wanadio netted a last minute winner at Champion Hill yesterday, and guaranteed that Dulwich hamlet will be …
Jo Gibbs at Clover’s Bar & Restaurant
If you’re in central Brixton pop into Clover’s Bar & Restaurant on Atlantic Road to see the work of local artist and designer, Jo Gibbs. Jo specialises in creating art from found materials and “waste” products. She is a recycler and upcycler par excellence often breathing new life into d...
YouMeSushi takeaway chain restaurant opening in Brixton on Friday 25th April 2025
Popular grab-and-go sushi brand YouMeSushi is set to open its latest branch in Brixton next week, bringing its Japanese flavours to the heart of Brixton. To celebrate the launch, the …
Peckham Town FC need your support today as they take on Metrogas in a beastly battle against relegation, Sat 19th April 2025
It hasn’t been a great season for Peckham Town. Despite a promising start, they’re now poised for the drop, floundering about in 14th position in the league – although a …
Lambeth Food champions honoured at National Hunger Awards
Three Lambeth-based community groups are among the finalists at this year’s Voices to End Hunger Awards, a national celebration honouring frontline efforts to tackle food poverty. With Lambeth among the UK’s …