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Emotional scenes as Filton 24 granted bail while Lambeth activists stage political spoof
Family members and supporters embraced and cheered outside the Old Bailey as 23 of the 24 activists known as the Filton 24, were granted bail, ending up to 18 months …
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Met Police to hold a Drop In Surgery at the Brixton Recreation Centre, Wednesday 25th February 2026
The Metropolitan Police’s local Windrush Team have announced an upcoming Drop-In Surgery date for next week. The one hour surgery will run from 12 noon until 1 PM on Wednesday …
Great books for just £3 – visit the Book Garden Popup at the Bee Urban in Kennington Park, Sat 21st Feb 2026
The Book Garden will be popping up at The Hive in Kennington Park this Saturday, 21st February from 10am-2pm, serving up another eclectic selection of unusual second-hand books for just …
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Get involved with the Brixton Community Clean-Up, taking place on Sunday 1st March 2026
The Young People’s Movement and RAE Academy are leading a Brixton-wide clean-up on the 1st March, supported by Marcus Lipton Community Centre, Action on ASB! and Brixton BID, and they …
Lambeth Council launches important new initiative to empower young people and prevent youth violence
In partnership with local community organisations Juvenis, YANA and Amari Rae Foundation, Lambeth Council has launched a powerful new borough-wide schools initiative designed to raise awareness, strengthen resilience and create …
Black Prince Trust adds to their schedule of free exercise activities at Brockwell Hall
Black Prince Trust are adding to their schedule of exercise activities at Brockwell Hall. Every Friday during February there will be a guided walk, starting at the Brockwell Hall cafe …
Bibby Boys exhibition at Photofusion documents life aboard the Bibby Stockholm asylum barge
Starting from Tues 17th March, Photofusion will be displaying Bibby Boys, an exhibition that documents the experience of the men aboard the Bibby Stockholm barge and the community that rallied …
In photos: Dulwich Hamlet defeated at home by league leaders Folkestone Invicta, Sat 14th Feb 2026
Despite a strong performance, Dulwich Hamlet were overturned by two second half goals by the runaway league leaders Folkestone Invicta last Saturday. Max was on the terraces to capture the …
Struggling with your gadgets? Pop into the Digital Drop-Ins at Stockwell and West Norwood for free help with your laptop or phone
Clear Community Web host Digital Drop-ins provides a friendly, informal space to get questions answered or problems solved for your laptop, tablet or smart phone. You can also practice in a …
Lambeth to install a School Street for every eligible primary school by 2027
Lambeth Council commits to implementing School Streets at all Lambeth primary schools, other than those on main roads, to protect pupils, staff, and parents from air pollution and reduce road …
Berkeley Foundation joins forces with Poetic Unity to boost young people’s confidence and leadership skills.
The Berkeley Foundation has announced a new Resilience Fund partnership with the Poetic Unity charity in Brixton, committing £90,000 over three years to help more young people build confidence, develop …
Reed urges gambling controls in Croydon as Lambeth opens door to casino licences
Streatham MP Steve Reed has published a petition urging Croydon Council to block a 24-hour gambling licence for an Admiral Casino site on Westow Hill. However, the move comes just …
An evening with Yvvette Edwards & Bernadine Evaristo at Brixton House, Sat 7th March 2026
Join Brixton House for a very special evening with acclaimed novelist Yvvette Edwards, in conversation with Booker Prize–winning author Bernardine Evaristo, to celebrate the publication of Yvvette’s powerful new novel, …
Far Gone: Brixton House – Theatre Review
Okumu’s life is violently upended when he is kidnapped by the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) and forced into a perverted holy crusade, his harrowing journey unfolding in a visceral and …
Lambeth Council wants your help to defeat fly tippers in your area
Lambeth Council is asking local people to report fly tipping, which is criminal offence and wastes public money, as well as promoting the easy and legal channels to get rid …
Bad Friday BBQ + bands all-dayer returns to the Windmill Brixton on Friday, 3rd April 2026
The Sonic Tonic ensemble are taking over the Windmill Brixton on Friday 3rd April for a BBQ all-dayer, with no less than eight bands on offer. They enthused to …
In Photos: Friends of Max Roach Park brave the elements to brighten Brixton green space
Volunteers turned out in the rain last week to plant daisies and continue improvements at Max Roach Park, as the newly formed Friends of Max Roach Park stepped up efforts …
After the rain: Darkened skies and a beautiful rainbow over south London
After it rained for most of yesterday afternoon, the clouds parted and a beautiful rainbow could be seen arcing over Brixton. There could be a pot of gold right by …
Croydon FC crush Chessington & Hook Utd 11-0 in a Valentine’s Day football massacre, Sat 14th Feb 2026
Croydon FC equalled their all-time highest scoring record on Saturday, thumping 11 goals past a hapless Chessington & Hook Utd at the Croydon Arena in South Norwood. Croydon FC were …
Homes for Lambeth loans stand at £36.7m as consultants appointed to review future
Lambeth Council’s outstanding loans to its wholly owned development company Homes for Lambeth (HfL) stood at approximately £36.7 million as of 31 December 2025, according to the council’s 2026/27 budget …