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The Railway in Tulse Hill wraps up a month of all female DJs – full listing

The Railway in Tulse Hill programmed a month of all female DJs, with Cyndi Handson (Handson Family), Vinyl Magic: Pammi D & Angie D and Lost Tracks with Afrocats  already …

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West Norwood ‘Proscribed’ exhibition asks: are these people really dangerous? Friday 16th January 2026

This Friday sees the launch of Proscribed, a free exhibition by award winning portrait artist Jonny Kemp at West Norwood Library and Picturehouse, which will run for 12 weeks. The …

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Tonight: Errol Linton performs at the Effra Hall Tavern – free entry, great vibes

This has long been one of our favourite nights in Brixton, and we thoroughly recommend checking out the excellent Errol Linton band at the Effra Hall tonight. Admission is free …

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Campaigners lay out detailed objections as Brockwell Live planning consultation closes

Now that the deadline has passed to comment either in favour or against the Brockwell Live planning application, Brixton Buzz thought it would be useful to summarise the comprehensive objections …

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Brixton House wins national Stage Award for Black Power Desk campaign

Brixton House has won a national award at the The Stage Awards 2026, taking Campaign of the Year for Black Power Desk, in partnership with PlayWell Productions. The awards were …

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In photos: Dulwich Hamlet bag all three points at struggling Potters Bar Town, Sat 10th Jan 2026

Despite a spirited performance by bottom of the table Potters Bar Town, Dulwich Hamlet collected all three points from their visit to the Lantern Stadium. Max was there to capture …

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Brixton Rec to close for three days this month for essential works

Brixton Rec will need to be closed for three days this month, from Friday 23, January to Tuesday 27, January 2026 for essential works. During the shutdown Active Lambeth memberships …

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Quit smoking and give Nick O’Teen the boot for 2026 with this six-step programme

Stop Smoking London has launched “Six for 2026”, a positive, action-focused campaign highlighting six proven ways Londoners can get support to stop smoking. Each option offers a clear, achievable starting …

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Lambeth appears to backtrack on West Dulwich CPZ after court defeat over controversial traffic scheme

Lambeth Council has all but abandoned its flagship West Dulwich Controlled Parking Zone (CPZ) proposals following months of sustained local opposition — and after a High Court ruling that forced …

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Crowdfunder launched to replace ‘train benches’ outside Herne Hill train station

The Herne Hill forum has launched a campaign to raise funds to replace the popular – but knackered – ‘train benches’ outside Herne Hill railway station. On their crowdfunding page, …

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Pensioner launches petition to save the Freedom Pass from council cuts

London Councils, the collective body representing London’s local authorities, has said that it will be carrying out a review of the Older Person’s Freedom Pass. The Freedom Pass allows anyone …

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Celebrate Wassail Day at the Village Orchard Dulwich, Sat 17th January 2026

The London Wildlife Trust is inviting the local community to help awaken the apple trees to ensure a good harvest of fruit in autumn with this traditional Wassailing event on …

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Opinion piece: What should we ask of a public park? Large festivals and Protect Brockwell Park

With the news that Protect Brockwell Park (PBP) has sent an objection to Lambeth Council over the upcoming season of festivals in the park, we thought it would be good …

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Lambeth hit with 347 damp and mould cases in first three weeks of Awaab’s Law

Lambeth Council recorded 347 damp and mould hazard cases in just three weeks after Awaab’s Law came into force, underlining the scale of the housing disrepair crisis facing tenants across …

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Lambeth set to build Healthy Route extension with five new zebra crossings in West Dulwich

Lambeth say they are set to take another step towards delivering a Healthy Route between Brockwell Park and Gipsy Hill, to “allow more people to safely walk, wheel, or cycle …

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Lambeth trade unionists, councillors and MP back mobilisation against far right

Brixton and Clapham MP Bell Ribeiro-Addy and Streatham Green Party councillor Martin Abrams are among a range of Lambeth trade unionists, campaigners and elected representatives backing two key upcoming anti-far-right …

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Inspiring Elephant Community Fund offers £50,000 in grants to support local initiatives in Elephant and Castle

Get Living has announced that the Inspiring Elephant Community Fund is returning for applications in 2026, with £50,000 in grants available to support local initiatives in Elephant and Castle. The …

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In photos: Peckham Town stay in second place after sweeping Orpington FC aside, Sat 10th Jan 2026

A confident and solid performance from Peckham Town yesterday saw them comfortably defeat Orpington 3-0 on a thermal underwear-required afternoon. Manager Mary Phillip leads the Peckham Town players on to …

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Lambeth looks to secure the carsharing future for the borough

Lambeth council say that they have moved to bolster car sharing services in the borough after news the sector’s biggest firm Zipcar announced it would no-longer operate in the UK. …

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Passyunk Avenue – a self-styled ‘American Dive Bar’ in south London

Now, we go crazy for a proper American dive bar. We love the dark walls covered in dodgy stickers, the horrendously grim toilets, the blaring punk rock music and the …