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Greens troll Labour’s ‘lying leaflets’ as voter registration deadline approaches
Lambeth Greens have turned Labour’s own attack leaflet format back on them with a mimic leaflet calling out what they describe as Labour’s repeated lies in the run-up to the …
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Theatre Peckham launches Peckham Fringe 2026 running from Saturday 2nd May to Friday 5th June 2026
Theatre Peckham has unveiled Peckham Fringe 2026, presenting more than 30 shows curated by the local community. Showcasing bold and socially resonant storytelling, the festival will run from 2 May …
In photos: horse chestnut tree down in Ruskin Park, south London
Here’s the sad sight of a glorious horse chestnut tree which has come down in Ruskin Park. Horse chestnut trees typically live for about 300 years, although we don’t know …
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Love to sing? Electric Belles, Brixton’s own a Cappella choir, is looking for new voices to join the group
The Electric Belles have space for new singers to join their women and non-binary people a Capella choir this summer term. Whether you’re a pro singer or have never sung …
Lambeth Liberal Democrats lay into Labour over failed housing promises
Lambeth Liberal Democrats have penned an open letter to Labour’s Councillor Adilypour voicing their concerns over the redevelopment of International House and Pop Brixton “primarily into luxury flats, commercial units …
Bonus photos: Welling United 2-0 Dulwich Hamlet, Sat 11th April 2026
Following on from yesterday’s photo report of Dulwich Hamlet’s grim afternoon at Welling United, Buzz snapper Max has posted up this set of bonus photos. More info See more photos, …
Community outreach provides food and info outside Brixton Police station for three days a week
The Bright Morning Star Prisons and Homelessness Outreach service are now providing a regular stall outside Brixton Police station. Offering information, signposting and food sharing for Canterbury Crescent Estate and …
Brixton’s strange new phone box welcomes drug dealers
The two phone boxes by Brixton tube station have always been a magnet for drug dealing and anti social behaviour, but we’re not convinced by their new, jet-black replacement, which …
In photos: a dire Dulwich Hamlet lose 0-2 at struggling Welling United, Sat 11th April 2026
There’s no point trying to sugar-coat this performance by Dulwich Hamlet as it was simply awful. Limp, uninspired and dull as ditch-water to watch, it’s an afternoon we’re keen to …
Widespread backlash to Labour’s ‘lying leaflets’ reveals monumental housing failure in Lambeth
Opposition candidates standing in the May 7th local elections have united in condemnation of Lambeth Labour’s election leaflets, releasing detailed research that lays bare what they describe as a ‘truly …
Remembering the Carnegie Library occupation ten years ago – commemoration event on Sat 18th April 2026
Next Saturday, 18th April, the Friends of Carnegie Library are hosting an event to celebrate the Carnegie Library occupation ten years ago. They say: “If you were there, come and …
Brixton Neighbourhood Forum to host council elections hustings, Monday 27 April 2026
The Brixton Neighbourhood Forum will be holding a Hustings for candidates from all parties contesting seats in the area for the upcoming elections. It will be held on Monday 27 …
Quiz Night for Home-Start Lambeth at Effra Social, Monday 20th April 2026
Home-Start Lambeth returns to Effra Social for another community quiz night this April, raising funds for its work supporting families across the borough. Organisers promise friendly rounds, prizes and plenty …
Brixton artist Courtenay Kusitor opens first solo show at Carnegie Library, Herne Hill, Sat 18th – Mon 20th April 2026
South London abstract artist Courtenay Kusitor opens her first solo exhibition, Unconscious / Conscious / Aligned, at Herne Hill’s Grade II listed Carnegie Library this month, bringing together three years …
27 independent traders win High Court reprieve as offshore landlord plans Aldi for Brixton Plaza
Eviction of 27 independent businesses based in Brixton shopping centre prevented by High Court injunction following protest on Monday. On 6 March, Lambeth Council granted consent for the refurbishment of …
Youthsayers 10th anniversary fundraiser in West Norwood on Saturday, April 18th 2026
Youthsayers will be 10 years old this month and they’re hosting a big event at The Portico Gallery in West Norwood on Saturday, April 18th 2026. They told Brixton Buzz …
Dulwich Hamlet 2-1 Carshalton Athletic – bonus photo compilation, Mon 6th April 2026
We love non league football at Brixton Buzz, and following on from our recent photo report from Hamlet’s victory over Carshalton, here’s another set of photos from Max: More photos …
The Living Museum: The Old Brixton Police Station and How Policing Changed
Before radios, before patrol cars, before anyone dialled 999, there was the old Brixton Police Station on the corner of Brixton Road and Gresham Road. The original station was built …
Mindfulness Meditation at the West Norwood Library – free sessions every Thursday morning
If you’re feeling burnt out after the madness of the festive season, here’s an opportunity to find a moment of peace and tranquillity, as the West Norwood Library invites you …
Janet Jackson focussed theatre show set for Brixton run in 19th-30th May 2026
At the end of a 25 date UK tour, the fast, fun multimedia theatre show Nine Sixteenths, inspired by the media rise, fall and rise again of Janet Jackson, is …