Welcome to SE22
Welcome to the September issue of SE22. Where did August go? I am not complaining as it means it is time for my favourite time of the year and my bumper Back to School issue.
As usual I have rounded up all the great events taking place in and around Dulwich. The events pages start on page 6. September is another busy month for events, so we have a fabulous seven pages of online and in person events happening in and around Dulwich.
Remember to check out www.arounddulwich.co.uk for a full list of events, as there are too many to put in the magazine this monthl. Also events get added after I have gone to print. You can often find out more details online too.
If you are running a local event you can add it, for free, to our online calendar on Around Dulwich. www.arounddulwich.co.uk.
The Peckham Rye Park Fete is back this month, you can find out all the details on page 8.
Remember the magazine depends on all the wondeful local advertisers, so please do let them know if you saw them in this magazine!
Until next time.
Angela
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Events Calendar - September
Further details where available can be found in the News and Events pages 6, 8, 24, 28, 30, 32 & 34. Please read as not all the events can fit on the calendar!
Dulwich WI, see page 30. EDWI - An Evening with the Natonal Trust p28.
The Weekly Horniman Market p24. parkruns, see p8.
Junior parkruns, see p8. parkruns, see p8.
Dyslexia Fair, p34.
Singaround, p30.
Junior parkruns, see p8.
Junior parkruns, p8.
Men Walk Talk, p8.
Brockfest, see p30.
The Weekly Horniman Market p24.
Crystal Palace4 Artists’ Open House Weekend, see p32.
PlayTime! see p6.
Dulwich Park Runners see p6.
Dulwich Park Runners see p6.
Dulwich Park Runners see p6.
Dulwich Park Runners see p6.
Goose Green Coffee Mornings, p6.
Dulwich Hamlet FC People & Places, p6.
The Weekly Horniman Market p24.
Goose Green Lunch Club, see p8.
Peckham Rye Park Fete, see p8.
parkruns, see p8.
Dulwich Park Runners see p6.
Honor Oak WI Monthly meeting p6.
Goose Green Lunch Club, see p8.
Goose Green Lunch Club, see p8.
Goose Green Lunch Club, see p8.
St Clement with St Peter Dulwich Summer Fayre,see p8.
One Tree Allotments Open Day, p24.
Mindful Drawing - 6 week course, p24.
Ali Plumb’s Untitled Film Quiz Project, see p24. Weekly Wine Sessions, see p28.
Weekly Wine Sessions, see p28.
Weekly Wine Sessions, see p28.
An Evening with Tim Spector, see p28.
Heritage Orchard Volunteer Gardening, see p28.
Heritage Orchard Volunteer Gardening, see p28.
Basic Life Saving Workshop to Babies, see p30.
Craftland: Author Event with James Fox, see p30.
The Traitors Circle by Jonathan Freedland,see p32.
The Illusioneer Presents “Magic Mix”, see p32.
An Evening with Kate Mosse, see page 32.
Around the Table by Diana Henry, see p32.
Chris Wood, Jim O’Mulloy, Sennen Timcke @ The Ivy House, see p32.
An Evening with Michael Palin, see page 34.
Nunhead Art Trail, see p34.
Therapy Links Open Day p34. Artisan Craft & Gift Fair, see p34. Fair Trade Breakfast, p34.
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What's On - September
Monday 1 September:
PlayTime!! at St Clement with St Peter Church 10.30am-11.30am
Playtime for under 5s and their grown-ups. 140 Friern Road, East Dulwich, SE22 0AY
Tuesdays 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
September: DPR Social Runs
7:30pm – 8:30pm. Fantastic local running club. Social runs every Tuesday 7.30pm at Trevor Bailey Sports Ground on the south circular. Plus runs every Sunday morning; coached sessions on Thursdays; cross country races; competitions; weekends away; frequent social activities. Come along on a Tuesday to try us out! www.dulwichparkrunners.co.uk enquiries@dulwichparkrunners.com
Trevor Bailey Club House Dulwich Common SE21 7HA
Tuesday
2
September: Honor
Oak WI Meeting
7.30pm-9.30pm
The Honor Oak WI is a friendly and supportive group of women of all ages, backgrounds, and interests. We meet monthly on the first Tuesday of the month. We also have book & craft clubs, gallery & museum visits, and gentle local walks groups. September is a talk with Belinda Wahla, a complementary health practitioner, so come with your health and wellbeing questions! Nonmembers are very welcome - we’d love to see you and your first meeting is free! honoroakwi@gmail.com Honoroak_WI facebook.com/groups/honoroakwi/ Stanstead Lodge Café, Northwood Road, SE23 1DD.
Tuesday 2 September: Dulwich Hamlet Football Club: People and Places, 1893–1914. 8pm-9pm
When Dulwich Hamlet School old boys established a football team in 1893, the idea they would go on to provide two full England internationals was ludicrous. The club wasn’t likely to survive a particularly long time, never mind become the biggest team locally. In this talk, part of the Dulwich Society Local History series, Roger Deason, one of Dulwich Hamlet’s club historians, will briefly look at the development of football in Dulwich prior to Hamlet and explain why today you see Dulwich Hamlet shirts locally, not Dulwich, Dulwich Wood, Greyfriars, Dulwich St Peter’s or Townley Park shirts. He will walk us through some of the Dulwich residents and locations crucial to explaining why Hamlet survived, as the other clubs folded.
PLEASE NOTE THIS TALK WILL BE HELD ONLINE VIA ZOOM. Tickets £5: https://www.bellhouse.co.uk. Proceeds to Albrighton Community Fridge, SE22.
Wednesdays 3, 10, 17 & 24
September: Goose Green Coffee Morning 11am-12.30pm
Do drop into Goose Green Coffee Morning for a warm welcome, coffee, tea and cake! We are open every Wednesday, it's a great place to get to know others from the local community. All welcome! FREE! St John The Evangelist. 62A East Dulwich Road, East Dulwich, SE22 9AT.
What's On - September
Thursday 4 September: Goose
Green Lunch Club
12.30pm-2pm
The lunch club is a friendly and informal club for people over 55. We meet every Thursday during term time and enjoy a delicious main course and dessert with tea and coffee for £5. If you’re interested in joining us for lunch or if you would like to volunteer with us, please call Martin 07939 288885 / Barbara 0208 693 2090 Goose Green Centre, 62A East Dulwich Road, SE22 9AT
Saturdays 6, 13, 20 & 27
September: Parkrun 9am – 10am
Dulwich Parkrun
Free, weekly timed 5k run, jog, or walk in Dulwich Park starting from Queen Mary’s Gate. Register once and bring your printed barcode (can be used at any parkrun across the world). Firsttimers briefing at 08.50. Also in Peckham Rye, Brockwell and Crystal Palace parks. https://www.parkrun.org.uk/dulwich/
Peckham Rye Park Run
A 3-lap anti clockwise course, entirely on tarmac and is mainly flat and therefore a potential PB course The start & finish are located close to the Colyton Road entrance of the park. Peckham Rye Park, Colyton Road SE15 4JR https://www.parkrun.org.uk/peckhamrye/
Saturday 6 September: Men
Walk Talk - Honor Oak
10am-11am. A monthly walk for men, taking in the green spaces of SE23 and surrounding area. Traditionally, men often avoid seeking mental health support, but we provide a community of support for guys to know they are not alone, and they can speak up. Join Richard for a walk and a talk on the first Saturday of every month. For more information: menwalktalk.co.uk 76-78 Honor Oak Park, SE23 1DY.
Saturday 6 September: Peckham Rye Park Fete
12pm-5pm. There are lots of fun activities: sack races, Punch and Judy show, coconut shy and a children’s fancy dress competition. At the dog show, prizes are awarded for categories unknown at Crufts. The Friends run stalls where you can buy cakes, tea, beer, Pimms, books and plants. You can also find out how the Friends support Peckham Rye Park and Common. Other stalls are run by community groups and local businesses selling a variety of craft works, clothes, food and more. www.peckhamryepark.org/news
Sundays 7, 14, 21 & 28
September: Peckham Rye Junior Park Run 9am – 9:30am
FREE, weekly, timed run for 4–14-year-olds, to get fit, stay healthy and have fun! We run 2km every Sunday morning at 9am, through rain and shine. The course is visible, well-marshalled, and all held on the paths around the sports pitches. Peckham Rye Park, Colyton Road SE22 0NE.
Sunday 7 September: St Clement with St Peter Dulwich Summer Fayre
11.30am-2.30pm. Including bouncy castle, cakes, books, refreshments, stalls and face painting, summer music and singing. All welcome. 140 Friern Road, East Dulwich, SE22 0AY.
Dulwich Hamlet FC
September’s here, the weather’s clement (I hope) and the season’s well under way.
Which means there’s a bucket load of football to enjoy down at Dulwich Hamlet –your local football club. So let’s get straight to the fixtures and those key dates for your diary.
The first weekend of the month opens a festival of Football, with the first of three Champion Hill double-headers: our men host Welling United on Saturday 6th, followed on Sunday 7th by the visit of Crystal Palace academy (another of our local clubs, who’ve recently picked up a bit of silverware themselves) taking on our women in the League Cup, group stage.
On Tuesday 9th our men take an evening trip to Cray Wanderers to warm up for our second home double-header, with the visit of Brentwood Town on Saturday 13th, before our women host Fulham at Champion Hill on Sunday 14th. Then it’s all out on the road for the next weekend, as our men travel to Cheshunt on Saturday 20th, while our women head to Queens Park Rangers the following day. As if that wasn’t all excitement enough, it just keeps coming with the third Tuscan double-header at Champion Hill at the close of the month. Our men host Aveley on Saturday 27th, while our women
welcome Hashtag United, also in the League Cup, on Sunday 28th.
Frankly, there’s no excuse not to get down The Hill and take in all the pink ‘n’ blue action before the proverbial nights draw in. And honestly, there’s nothing better than local football action at this time of the year, so fill your diaries and your boots.
And while you’re at it the Mega Container, lovingly run by the Dulwich Hamlet Supporters’ Trust, is always open on match days. You can pick up glorious Hamlet merch, including a new t-shirt design, plus this season’s replica kits. Our home strip this time round is in classic pink ‘n’ blue halves; while our unusual second strip, in green and white chequers, is proving a huge hit. Grab ‘em while you can as you grab your slice of the action. At the very same container you can also join your Supporters’ Trust. For just £10 for the season (£5 conc.) you will be part of a community shaping a Dulwich Hamlet future right here in SE22. Book your match tickets: dulwichhamletfc.co.uk/tickets. Join the Trust here: dhst.org.uk/join. Learn the songs here: dhst.org.uk/songbook. And you’re off. Up the Hamlet!
Champion Hill Stadium, Edgar Kail Way, East Dulwich, London SE22 8BD.
Your Garden Escape
Garden Talk with Janine Winlaw | Instagram @janinewinlaw
Agood way of keeping the holiday feeling going back home in your garden, is by using lush, leafy exotics. Many of these are evergreen and work particularly well in sheltered London gardens and create jungly, private-feeling spaces.
Large foliage plants to grow for structure include bamboo, bananas, palms and yuccas. If you have space, a tetrapanax with its huge, spectacular architectural leaves (up to 60cm cross) has serious wow factor. Hardy schefflera and pseudopanax varieties are also excellent for evergreen structure. Tree ferns look great in shadier aspects, underplanted with a mass of flowing hakonechloa grass or other lush spreading ground cover such as pachysandra, asarum, hostas and ferns. Fatsias with their large evergreen leaves are useful stalwarts in the shade while the newer variety, Fatsia polycarpa, has more delicate foliage. For sunnier spots include euphorbias such
as E. stygiana and E. mellifera, which has rustycoloured, scented flowers that attract pollinators. Melianthus major (Honey bush) is a beautiful plant for an exotic scheme with pale grey green serrated leaves that unfurl in spring. Phormiums and astelia such as A. nervosa with strappy leaves add a contrasting shape and form.
In terms of colour, go for rich jewel-coloured hues such as purples, oranges and reds. Perennials such as verbena, agapanthus, Crocosmia ‘Lucifer’ and dahlias combine well. Salvia ‘Amistad’ with its lush deep purple flowers, arum lilies, (Zantedeschia) and persicaria can also be knitted into an exotic scheme. You could also add some pops of bright colour with annuals such as the fab crimson coloured Tagetes ‘Cinnabar’ or chocolate cosmos.
Then have your garden furniture, sofa and hammocks, and cool drinks at the ready for when the sun comes out!
Prepare for Fireworks
Pets Corner with Leonie St Clair | www.londondogstraining.co.uk
As I write it is a sweltering 28 degrees outside. But summer will soon be over and fireworks season upon us, in early November. Young pets or older souls that coped well last year may be more sensitive this time round. Do not assume, plan now so you are as prepared as you can be.
Speak to your neighbours. Let them know you have a dog or cat and ask them to tell you when and if garden fireworks are on the cards. We can all prepare for organised events, but it is the startling effect of sudden bangs and swooshes from neighbouring gardens that cause most damage.
Not all pets will fear fireworks. However, especially where young or elderly animals are concerned it is best to assume the worst and stay safe. Adolescents with changing senses and fear periods or elderly animals with failing senses can suddenly get a fright. Do not take any chances. Keep pets safe with these simple tips. You can also visit dogstrust.org.uk for further, great advice.
• Ensure dogs and cats are shut in the house before dusk. Feed early and get pets out early to toilet.
• Cat flaps should be locked. Cats may need a litter tray to see them through the night.
• Do not walk your dog when there are fireworks about. Make the morning walk the big one and aim to provide indoor entertainment in the evening.
• Unless they are clearly terrified, playing with your pet, whether cat or dog, is a great way to build positive associations with firework sounds.
• Make the games rambunctious, play tuggy with the dog, get the cat to chase a toy on a string.
• Block out flashes from fireworks. Close curtains and blinds. Turn the house lights up bright.
• Create a sound wall by turning up radios and TV’s, put a wash on.
• If your pet is anxious, let them lie beside you is it helps, but do not make a big fuss. If they want to hide, let them.
• Create a covered, dark den at the core of the house, where your pet can hide. Owners that have crate trained their dog or pup will be ahead of
the game. Deep, cardboard boxes are also great temporary dens. Deaden firework noise by covering the den with a heavy blanket. Get your pet used to the den now. Fill it with treats and toys, to make it a desirable, safe space.
• If you know your pet is noise phobic or anxious speak to your vet about calming remedies and/or medication. Do not delay.
Those who feel their pet may have a problem can speak to their vet and behaviourist about treatment to prepare for next year. Many pets can be taught over time that firework sounds are non-threatening. It is too late to try to do this now, however, do talk to an expert about desensitisation and counter-conditioning for next time.
Wellbeing Without the Overwhelm
Fitness tips with Leanne Spencer | www.bodyshotperformance.com
We live in a time where there is no shortage of wellbeing advice. Everywhere you turn, someone is telling you how to eat, train, sleep, recover, and live. Keto vs. vegan. HIIT vs. Zone 2. 5am club vs. slow mornings.
It is loud, it is crowded, and frankly, it can be confusing—even overwhelming. As a fitness professional here’s the message I want to offer to help you manage your wellbeing without the overwhelm:strip it back. Make it personal. Make it your own. And above all, stay adaptable.
Wellbeing Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All
One of the most important things I have learned over the years, both personally and professionally, is that wellbeing is not a formula. It is a practice and as such it isn’t linear. It is fluid, like waves, sometimes it goes up; sometimes it goes down. What works brilliantly for you today might not serve you next month, or next year. And that’s okay. In fact, it is expected.
You might thrive on six hours of sleep during one phase of your life and need nine in another. You might respond brilliantly to a certain way of eating for a season, and then find your body asking for something else. That does not mean you are doing something wrong. It means you are human.
Make It Personal
There is no universal truth in wellness. Your body, your lifestyle, your energy, your values, they are unique. So why would your approach to wellbeing be anything but?
Be curious. Try things out. Notice what energises you, what drains you, and what helps you feel more resilient and grounded. Don’t be afraid to run your own experiments. Only you can know what makes you feel good and what doesn’t. And you know what? Making your wellbeing personal will also make it easier to stick to healthier habits.
Stay Adaptable
We are incredibly adaptable beings. And just like your workload, your relationships or your priorities can shift, so too will your wellbeing needs.
While consistency is important in order to see the results you are after; flexibility actually isn’t a
failure of consistency; it is a form of wisdom. For example, maybe your training needs to slow down, or you need to train differently, or your diet needs to change. Maybe what you really need is more rest, more nature, more boundaries, or less. Whatever it is, don’t cling to a rulebook that no longer fits. Let yourself evolve.
In a Noisy World, Come Back to Yourself
So if you are feeling overwhelmed by wellbeing advice, consider tuning it out.
Come back to what is true for you. Come back to what feels good, sustainable, and right for your energy, mood, and motivation. That’s what matters most. Not what’s trending. Not what someone else is doing. But what helps you feel well and perform well, in a way that fits your life.
So, wellbeing without the overwhelm: Make it personal. Stay adaptable. And trust yourself more than the algorithm.
Local Green Energy That’s Powering A Better Future For All
Believe it or not, community-owned solar energy is being generated right here in SE London. Camilla Berens from Selce tells you how.
Ten years ago, a dozen residents came together with a shared vision of using ‘people power’ to increase the amount of clean, affordable solar power being generated on local rooftops.
Today, South East London Community Energy (Selce) has installed more than £500,000worth of solar arrays on community buildings, including seven primary schools and a church.
The not-for-profit co-operative has been able raise funds for its solar projects through ‘community share offers’. Essentially, this is a form of fundraising which benefits everyone who gets involved.
To begin with, Selce teams up with a community organisation that has high energy bills but insufficient funds to buy its own lowcost solar electricity. After ensuring that the building in question is suitable for solar, Selce asks the wider community to take part in a special kind of fundraising to buy the solar panels. Any amount from £250 upwards can becontributed and there are several rewards.
Once the solar panels are purchased, Selce installs them on the community building free of charge. The co-operative then takes on the role of the solar energy provider but, by charging a much lower rate for the solar electricity than a commercial supplier, Selce
helps the partner community to save money.Recently, Selce has also installed lowcost LED lighting in several local schools.
Horniman Primary School in Forest Hill, now saves around £9,000 annually in electricity costs. Edmund Waller Primary is saving a total of £20,000 through more energy efficient, LED lighting.
With the money received from the solar projects, Selce is able pay its ‘community investors’ an annual dividend which is usually around 4% of their initial investment. Every investor also becomes a member of the cooperative. Even better, every initial investment is repaid after an agreed period of time.
Any surplus from Selce’s solar projects is used to support the co-operative’s work in helping vulnerable households avoid fuel poverty.Selce also provides half a dozen grant-funded programmes to help SE Londoners install their own solar panels or make their homes more energy efficient.In total, Selce has saved households £1.3million over the past decade.
The award-winning organisation has just launched its fifth community share offer and is looking forward to welcoming new investormembers.The co-operative’s regular newsletter also covers many useful topics including investment opportunities, jobs, volunteering and practical help to insulate your home. Find out more at www.selce.org.uk/shares
Horniman Primary
Ashmead Primary
Charlton Park Academy
Invicta Primary
Deansfield Primary
Alderwood Primary
Stress-Free School Admissions
Mr Robert Milne, the new Master of Dulwich College, shares his advice for how to approach school admissions.
Q) With admissions season underway, what should families really focus on?
A) It’s completely natural for families to feel a mix of excitement and anxiety at this time of year. The key thing to remember is that admissions are not about measuring a child’s worth or predicting their future success with pinpoint accuracy. The goal is to find the right environment where a young person will feel at home, grow, and flourish, often over many years. Choosing a school is a partnership, and both families and schools are looking for the right long-term fit. Most importantly, this about what your child really loves doing and circumstances in which they feel happiest; if parts of this can be seen in the culture and approaches of your chosen school, then there is a good chance of things working well in the coming years!
Q) What makes this process especially challenging for families?
A) One major factor is timing. Decisions often have to be made when children are still quite young, and it’s hard to predict exactly how they’ll change over time. I’m constantly inspired by how children develop when they’re in the right setting, where they feel seen, supported, and engaged. That transformation can be incredible, so try to maintain perspective (even though this is really hard at times); yes, this is an important decision, but there will be many more decisions that will also affect your child’s happiness and opportunities.
Q: What practical advice would you give to parents navigating school visits and interviews?
A) Start by thinking long-term. While it’s tempting to focus on your child’s current personality and needs, try to imagine how the school will support them as they mature. Children grow in leaps and bounds emotionally, socially, and academically, and the best schools are those that grow with them. A good school ought to be focused on your child throughout the admissions process. Watch how your son/daughter responds to school visits and communications - they are usually very clear and honest in what they like and feel at ease with.
Q) How can parents really get to know a school beyond the glossy brochures and websites?
A) Visit and ask questions. Speak directly to senior staff, teachers, and current pupils. Pay attention not just to what is said, but how it’s said. Does the ethos align with your family’s values? What does the school truly celebrate and prioritise? Also, speak with current parents and pupils- no school is perfect, but if you can find one that is truly seen to care about the pupils- they well-being, their experiences and opportunities, you will be in good shape.
Q) Are there signs parents should look out for during the admissions process?
A) Yes, the admissions process can often reflect the school’s overall attitude and ethos. Do staff make time to get to know your child? Are communications thoughtful and respectful? A warm, responsive approach is a strong indicator of how the school will engage with families on a day-to-day basis. Also, is there a sense of fun? Do colleagues smile, are the pupils happy..?
Q) Is it worth speaking to current parents or pupils?
A) Absolutely. Other families are often the best source of insight. Try to speak with a variety of parents, not just the most vocal ones. Honest, balanced views from those who know the school well can be incredibly helpful. Many schools even arrange informal chats with current families, and do make time to take advantage of this.
Q) What about scholarships and bursaries? Should families ask about those?
A) Definitely. Many schools, like Dulwich, will have social mobility embedded in their values and operations, so it’s always worth a conversation about scholarship and meanstested bursary awards. Schools that value inclusion will welcome these discussions and do their best to support talented pupils from all backgrounds.
Q)
Final word of advice?
A) Listen to the pupils. Their honesty is often refreshing and revealing. If they speak with warmth, pride, and authenticity about their school, that’s a wonderful endorsement. Please contact the Registrars Mrs Alison Williams and Mrs Polly Twisk, if you have any queries concerning admissions or bursaries: Telephone: 020 8299 9263 the.registrar@dulwich.org.uk
Financial Matters
With David Frederick FCCA | Marcus Bishop Associates | marcus-bishop.com
Unlocking The Language Of UK Estate Planning
Two positions, at the heart of UK estate planning, seem to provide more confusion and misunderstanding than intended. Such is the confusion that some people are deterred from advancing with their estate planning. Regrettably, this is a shame and a matter that the sector and professionals need to address. It may well be a cry or request for greater language simplification. Such is the misunderstanding that some individuals think the two positions are interchangeable. They are neither interchangeable nor synonymous.
What are these two positions? The positions are attorney and executor. They could not be more different and applicable to two different estate planning documents. Moreover, it is not uncommon to have overheard individuals mispronounce executors as executives. Some readers may be self-reflecting on what is the difference as they continue to read on.
Alas, the mystery and/or confusion of these positions ends here and now.
An attorney should not be mistaken for a legal adviser in the same realm as the Attorney General. Herein lies our problem. The term attorney is often associated with the law and solicitors. However, in UK estate planning an attorney is someone who has been appointed by a person drafting their lasting power of attorney – a donor.
There is not any legal or statutory requirement for an attorney to be a legally qualified person. An attorney is an independently chosen person by a donor. The duty of the attorney is solely to be the voice and decision maker of the donor if and when the donor lacks the mental capacity to make their own decision.
An executor is a person that has been identified and named by a person having their
will drafted (testator) to manage their estate when they die. Similar, to an attorney, there is not a requirement for an executor to be a legally qualified person.
The two positions undertake two completely different roles at different times within the estate planning process. An attorney’s role is solely to communicate a donor’s wish when they lose capacity. Whereas an executor is solely responsible for estate management and distribution on the death of a testator. To further clarify any confusion, that may be lingering, if the deceased did not leave a valid will, then the position of an executor does not exist.
In short, an attorney makes decisions for an individual during their lifetime when they have lost mental capacity and are unable to make their own decisions. Whereas an executor, makes decisions to administer and distribute the estate of a person on their passing.
This begs an often-asked question, can the two positions be held by the same person or persons? The answer is yes. One person or a group of persons, can be both an attorney and an executor. The positions serve two different functions at two different times in an individual’s life cycle.
Death becomes the changeover for the two positions. An attorney’s role ends on the death of a donor. Whereas an executor takes up their position on death of a testator.
Year 6 Open Day Events 2025 for Year 7 Entry September 2026 • Wednesday 17th September 9.30am8pm
Saturday 20th September 10am6pm • Wednesday 24th September 9.30am8pm • Wednesday 1st October 9.30am8pm • Saturday 4th October 10am6pm • Wednesday 8th October 9.30am8pm • Saturday 11th October 10am6pm
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What's On - September
Sunday
7 September: One
Tree Hill Allotments Open Day
12.30pm-6pm. The beautiful One Tree Hill Allotments site at Honor Oak will be holding its Open Day. To mark 120 years since public access to One Tree Hill was secured, we will celebrate the hill's history in various ways, including a display and an oral history project. Other attractions include tea, cakes, jams, chutneys and other produce; a BBQ and vegan paella; an art trail; guided tours, including of the new wildlife area; apple pressing with fresh juice and cider to drink; the Note-Orious Community Choir at 3pm and other live music; and a workshop on how to build your own insect house. The views from the top of the hill are lovely, but getting there involves navigating narrow paths and occasionally taking a few steps, so bear that in mind. There will be seating and full access at the bottom of the site, with the main tea stall and food area. Bring friends and family.
One Tree Hill Allotments, Honor Oak Park, SE23 3LB
Sundays 7, 14, 21 & 28
September: Horniman Market
10am – 3pm. Located on the Bandstand Terrace, you will find stalls selling seasonal fruit and vegetables, artisan bread and cheese, organic meat, and delicious street food. If that’s not enough to have you feeling like our overstuffed walrus, we also have regular guest traders specialising in treats such as luxury chocolates, delightful drinks, irresistible cakes, and tasty pickle and preserves.
100 London Road, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ www.horniman.ac.uk/
Monday 8 September: Zentangle® Method: Mindful Drawing - six-week course
6.45pm-8.20pm. Join us on Monday evenings for weekly calming, meditative drawing sessions using the Zentangle® Method. Sessions are structured, and you will be led by a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT). The first of six sessions is on the 8 September, and it continues every Monday till the last date, the 13 October. Its £65 for six sessions. This includes all the materials you need, throughout.
Telegraph Hill Centre, Pepys Road, SE14 5TY. Tickets: https://www.elementbox.co.uk.
Wednesday 10 September: Ali Plumb's Untitled Film Quiz Project 7pm-10pm
Ali Plumb’s Untitled Film Quiz Project promises an evening filled with comedic and engaging challenges, covering the biggest blockbuster hits and cult-classics, to obscure industry insights that only a true film-insider like Plumb could provide. There will also be plenty of spot prizes given away throughout the night, as well as a big movie-themed prize for the winning team! Tickets are available to purchase online and incinema for £10 per person, with a maximum of 5 people per team. East Dulwich Picturehouse, 116A Lordship Lane, East Dulwich SE22 8HD. For details and to book tickets go to: www.picturehouses.com/cinema/east-dulwich
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St Dunstan’s College Record-breakingcelebrates Exam Results
St Dunstan’s College, Catford, south London, is delighted to reveal Year 13 students have achieved the best A Level results in the school’s 137-year history.
This year, 89% of all grades achieved were A*- B with an outstanding 62% being AA*. It is expected that these grades will position St Dunstan’s once again within the best performing independent schools in the country.
Speaking about the record-breaking results, Jade McLellan, Head of Senior School at St Dunstan’s College, said: ‘We are immensely proud of our Year 13 students for achieving our best ever A Level results for a third consecutive year. These outstanding grades are a testament to their hard work, intellectual curiosity and determination, as well as the dedication and expertise of our teaching staff.
‘We were particularly delighted to see boys and girls performing equally strongly, a clear demonstration of how co-education thrives at St Dunstan’s. Our students leave us ready to make a meaningful difference in the world, and we could not be prouder of all they have achieved.’
Following these historic results, 96% of students will progress to their preferred universities, with more than two-thirds securing places at institutions ranked in the Complete University Guide’s Top 25. This year’s destinations reflect our commitment to supporting students’ individual journeys at St Dunstan’s, with eight students reading
engineering, four entering drama schools, two reading Medicine and two taking up places to study Law. Three students have also received offers from prestigious music conservatoires.
Alex Brewer, Head of Sixth Form, added: ‘This year’s leavers have been an exceptional group to work with - driven, supportive and eagertomakethemostofeveryopportunity. Their record-breaking results are richly deservedandreflectthededicationtheyhave shown both in and beyond the classroom. The success across such a wide range of subjects - from medicine and engineering to music and the arts - highlights the breadth and balance of a St Dunstan’s education. I am especially proud of the way they have supportedoneanotherandembracedallthat
ourco-educationalcommunityoffers.Asthey take their next steps, I have no doubt they will continue to live out the values of St Dunstan’s and make a positive impact in whatever paths they choose.’
Speaking about her results Mei Lin, who will be reading medicine at Manchester, said: ‘I’m really pleased with my results and very excited to be starting university next month. I will really miss the community spirit and my friends at St Dunstan’s. The teachers here have also been so helpful preparing me for this next step.’
Outgoing Head of School, Yasmin, who will be taking up a place reading Modern Languages and Arabic at the University of Edinburgh after a year abroad in Paris, also said: ‘I’m so happy with my results, and so proud of our year group. Everyone has worked so hard and all deserve this moment. IwillmisstheSixthFormandseeingeveryone every day.’
Prospective families can find out more about St Dunstan’s College at their upcoming Open Day on Saturday 20 September or Sixth Form Open Evening on Thursday 2 October 2025. Book at www.stdunstans.org.uk
What's On - September
Wednesday 10 September:
EDWI - An Evening with the National Trust 7.30pm-9.30pm
Join us for our September event, at which we welcome the film location manager for the National Trust. An evening to find out more about what is involved, what they do and how it all comes together. Guests are very welcome, firsttime guests attend for free, returning guests pay £5 (cash please). We welcome new members, the subscription for the 25/26 year is £37.25 when joining in September 2025. We are a group of local women of all ages and backgrounds, with a monthly book club and craft evenings several times a year.
join@eastdulwichwi.co.uk
The Castle Pub, Upstairs Function room, 280 Crystal Palace Road, East Dulwich, SE22 9JJ
Wednesdays 10, 17 & 24
September: Weekly Wine Session 7.30pm-9.30pm
The Dulwich Wine Society started in 1991 meets most Wednesdays and provides a way for novices and seasoned wine lovers to explore the world of grapes and wine regions. Taste, learn and discover new favourites. Our first meeting of the Autumn explores: Unusual wines from the High Street: Exploring wine trends. We take a break mid-way through the meeting which provides a chance to get to know others socially, and you can bring your own cheese and biscuits.
The Rosendale, 65 Rosendale Road SE21 8EZ. https://www.dulwich-wine-society.co.uk.
Thursday
11
September: An Evening with Tim Spector
7.30pm-8.30pm. Tim Spector is on a mission to bring fermenting into our lives and kitchens. Drawing on the latest science and his own experiments, Ferment is an accessible introduction to the life-changing benefits of fermentation – for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Fermenting is one of the most ancient, nutritious and cheap techniques for preparing and preserving food and drink. With little more than time, patience and basic equipment, the humblest of ingredients can be transformed into nutritious foods with an astonishing range of benefits for our gut health, immunity and daily mood. Including practical tips and some of his favourite recipes, Ferment cuts through myths and misunderstanding to help us navigate the fascinating world of ferments and shows how they can help improve our health, our mealtimes and our planet.
A Village Books event in association with James Allen’s Girls’ School. The Vaughan Williams Auditorium, 144 East Dulwich Grove SE22 8TE https://www.trybooking.com/uk/events/landing/82123
Sundays 14 & 28 September: Heritage Orchard Volunteer Gardening 1pm-3.30pm
Come and join our team of friendly volunteers who meet from 2-3.30pm on 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month to tend and garden our beautiful heritage orchard. Next dates: 12 & 26 October. Contact vicar@sclementwspeter.co.uk if you would like more information!
St Clement with St Peter Church, 140 Friern Road, East Dulwich, SE22 0AY
Rosie Reilly Plumber
HartBeeps
Mondays at Christ Church, 263 Barry Road, East Dulwich, SE22 0JT. Mondays 10am Happy House, 11.15am Baby Beeps & 12.30pm Baby Bells.. http://hartbeeps.com
Family Space
Free, creative workshops that take place on the last Saturday of the month at the South London Gallery, 6567 Peckham Road. For children aged 5-12 years old with their parents and carers. Drop-in, no need to book. www.southlondongallery.org
Little Superhero Training
Practice your Superhero moves! Discover Superhero fun facts! Any Little Heroes, Boys and Girls aged 2 - 5, Come along for a FREE taster session. Mondays & Fridays (term time only) St Barnabas Parish Hall, 23 Dulwich Village, SE21 7BT. Contact Lucy 07813 791757 | lucy@littleherocompany.com www.littleherocompany.com
Mini Athletics (SE London)
Winning the gold medal for children’s sports classes! Start your child’s fantastic journey in athletic development, designed for toddlers up to children of 7 years old. All through a fun play-based format. To try us out, contact Sam: 07811787153 | smcdermott@miniathletics.com www.miniathletics.com
Nature Makers
Eco-friendly crafting for little creatives! Join our awardwinning classes & events, where your child can get creative, connect with nature, and have fun in a safe, welcoming environment!
Contact: marie@nature-makers.co.uk or visit: www.nature-makers.co.uk
Tennis-4-Kids
Learn young, have fun. Rally around for a smashing time. Serving ages 3-11. Rackets supplied; fun guaranteed. Gordon 07877 391005 | www.tennis-4-kids.com | gordonwood@hotmail.co.uk
‘Unicornios y Dinosaurios’
Fun and interactive Spanish language play classes, for children aged 0-5, and their parents and carers. Thursdays mornings (term-time only) in East Dulwich. Suitable for all levels of Spanish! Contact Hazel on 07852 553 239 or hazelcarr@ hotmail.com.
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What's On - September
Sunday 14 September:
BROCKFEST 12pm-9pm
An end of the summer free musical festival produced by Junior Open Mic (JOM), featuring 31 remarkable youth acts, a bespoke sound system by sound engineer Tim Pennells (Morcheeba, Arlo Parks, Floating Points), a young entrepreneur’s market, licensed bar and food stalls. Herne Hill Music Festival is pleased to be a community partner for this event along with Herne Hill Forum, JOM and Lambeth Council. These include Kotoa, Sam Wilkinson, Where's Rei, Undici, Shut Up Sally and many, many more. Fingers crossed for some splendid sunshine! FREE ENTRY!!
Brockwell Hall, Brockwell Park, Brockwell Park Gardens, Herne Hill, SE24 9BN.
Sunday 14 September: Singaround 7pm-10.30pm
Our Singarounds are informal and participative. We take it in turns to sing a song - any language, any genre, accompanied or unaccompanied, anything goes! We don't use mics. Singers, listeners and complete beginner’s welcome! £5 on the door, cash or BACS. For lots more information see: www.thegooseisout.com
The Castle Pub, 280 Crystal Palace Road SE22 9JJ
Monday
15
September: Dulwich WI Monthly Meeting
7.30pm-9.30pm. A supportive and stimulating group, Launched in 2018, for women of all ages and backgrounds. We meet once a month at 57 North Cross Road, SE22 9ET. We would love to meet you and look forward to welcoming you to our group. https://dulwichwi.com.
Tuesday 16 September:
Basic Life Saving Workshop to Babies inc. Use of EpiPen
7pm-8.30pm. This workshop will show you how to carry out basic lifesaving actions in case of any life-threatening emergencies to a child under the age of 2 years old. This workshop will begin with a short talk followed by a practice on dummies. It includes a discussion on what may cause an immediately life-threatening event, as well as an illustration of how to recognize signs of serious illness. There will also be an opportunity to practice the injection of an EpiPen in severe allergic reactions – granting you the confidence to carry out the appropriate immediate response during an emergency. No previous knowledge, experience or other preparation is required to register. Training gadgets will be provided during the session. www.bellhouse.co.uk
Bell House, 27 College Road, Dulwich, SE21 7BG
Thursday 18 September: Craftland: Author Event with James Fox 7pm-8pm
For generations what we made with our hands defined our identities, built our communities, and shaped our regions. Craftland chronicles the vanishing skills and traditions that once governed every aspect of life on these shores. Travelling the length of Britain, James Fox seeks out the country’s last remaining master craftspeople. Stepping inside the workshops of blacksmiths and wheelwrights, cutlers and coopers, bell-founders and watchmakers, we glimpse not only our past but another way of life — one that is not yet lost and whose wisdom could shape our future.
The Auditorium at Dulwich College SE21 7LD Tickets via www.eventbrite.co.uk.
What's On - September
Thursday 18 September:
The Traitors Circle by Jonathan Freedland 7.30pm-8.30pm
A thrilling true story of courage, resistance and ultimately betrayal in the Third Reich captured by internationally bestselling author and prizewinning journalist Jonathan Freedland. The Traitors Circle tells the true, but scarcely known, story of a group of secret rebels against Hitler. The MCT at Alleyn's, Townley Road SE22 8SU www.alleyns.org.uk.
Monday 22 September:
The Illusioneer Presents "Magic Mix" 7.15pm-10pm
Expect to see every type of magic, including Street Magic, Close Up Magic, Stage, Parlour Magic and some "Puzzlements". The individual artists perform in London Shows and all over the world. We are only able to tempt them back, as all our profits go to "BREATHE", our chosen charity. Tickets from £17 from Eventbrite or via our website https://www.theillusioneer.co.uk. Doors open 15 minutes before the evening starts. Bell House, 27 College Road, Dulwich, SE21 7BG.
Tuesday 23 September: An Evening with Kate Mosse
7.30pm-8.30pm. Feminist History for Every Day of the Year by internationally bestselling author and feminist champion Kate Mosse tells the story of women’s and girls’ history, sweeping across the world and through the ages, discover the stories of 366 incredible women throughout history. Within these pages you’ll find well known figures and unsung heroes, key cultural moments and forgotten stories, spanning across the world and through time, from ancient times to the modern day.
The Holst Hall, 144 East Dulwich Grove, SE22 8T Book tickets via www.trybooking.com/uk
Thursday 25 September: Around the Table: 52 Essays on Food and Life by Diana Henry 7.30pm-8.30pm
Around the Table is a selection of some of Diana’s very best essays, handpicked from over two decades of her beloved cookbooks. From the bustling Turkish groceries of the Edgware Road to the kitchen table of a cottage in rural France, a trattoria tucked away in the suburbs of Rome to the chilly Vermont countryside famed for its maple syrup, Diana Henry has followed her tastebuds around the world. A Village Books event in association with Alleyn's School.
The MCT at Alleyn's, Townley Road SE22 8SU Ticket via https://www.alleyns.org.uk.
Friday 26 – Sunday 27
September and 4-5 October: Crystal Palace Artists' Open House 10am-5pm
This much-loved celebration of local talent invites art lovers, curious wanderers and design enthusiasts to discover an eclectic mix of artists, designers, and makers working across a dazzling variety of styles and mediums. This year’s Open House features 70+ creatives opening their doors to the public, offering the rare chance to explore, commission, and purchase unique pieces directly from the people who made them. Coopers Yard, The Paxton Centre, Gallery56 & Gipsy Hill Studios, Crystal Palace, SE19 2TF www.crystalpalaceartistopenhouse.co.uk.
Friday 26 September: CHRIS WOOD, Jim O'Mulloy, Sennen Timcke 7pm-11pm
Chris Wood is an uncompromising writer whose music reveals his love for the unofficial history of the English-speaking people - he weaves the tradition with his own contemporary parables. Jim O'Mulloy is an excellent and prolific South East London based singer-songwriter. Sennen Timcke has a storyteller's soaring vocals, compellingly original melodies and subtly political lyrics. The Ivy House, 40 Stuart Rd, Nunhead, SE15 3BE. Tickets / Information: www.thegooseisout.com
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What's On - September
Saturday 27 September:
Fair Trade Breakfast 9.30am-1pm
Breakfast on sale until 12 midday. There will also be a variety of stalls, a range of fair trade food & gifts and cakes on sale till 1pm and a raffle stall. www.facebook.com/BOL263 020 8693 4170. breadoflifecentre@hotmail.co.uk
The Bread of Life Fair Trade Centre/ Christ Church, 263 Barry Road, East Dulwich, SE22 0JT.
Saturday 27 September: Therapy Links
UK
- Open Day
11am-2pm. Therapy Links supports children, young people, and families with speech and language, occupational, and physiotherapy—all offered on a pay-what-you-can basis. Activities on the day include Face painting, baby clothes and soft toys sale, balloon animals, arts & crafts station, sensory circuit play and a bake sale. Ivydale School, Inverton Road, SE15 3DD https://www.therapy-links.co.uk/
Saturday 27 September: LK Autumn Artisan Craft & Gift Fair Dulwich Village
10am-4pm. Discover a stunning selection of handcrafted treasures, unique gifts, home décor, jewellery, and more – lovingly created by talented local artisans. Why Visit? Support local makers and small businesses. Admission: FREE. www.lkpopupfayres.com
St Barnabas Hall, 23 Dulwich Village SE21 7BT
Saturday 27 September: Bell House Dyslexia Fair 10am-4pm
FREE EVENT dedicated to dyslexia and literacy difficulties, where everyone comes together to share their knowledge, insights and experiences in a welcoming and inclusive setting. Whether you are a parent or carer seeking advice on supporting a child with reading and spelling challenges, an adult with dyslexia looking for strategies to navigate work and daily life, or an educator keen for fresh insights, this event is designed to empower and connect you with a supportive community. www.eventbrite.co.uk. Bell House, 27 College Road, Dulwich SE21 7BG
Saturday 27 & Sunday 28
September: Nunhead Art Trail
2025 marks the 10th anniversary of the Nunhead Art Trail. Artists will open their homes and studios across Nunhead, showcasing paintings, sculpture, prints, photography, ceramics, jewellery, and textiles. Group shows will take place in the Salvation Army Hall, Stuart Road Allotments, the Green Community Centre, Westminster House Youth Club, two local schools, and at the Anglican Chapel in Nunhead Cemetery. There will be a free evening event of stage performances at the Hollydale Peckham, featuring comedy, sound performances, and live music from 7:30pm - 11pm on Saturday the 27th. www.nunheadarttrail.com.
Sunday 28 September: King Groovy & the Horn
Stars
3pm-5pm. Come along and enjoy a free concert of big band jazz, funk, latin and pop music at Ruskin Park Bandstand! King Groovy and the Horn Stars is a 17-piece big band playing foottapping funk and jazzy jive. We are locally based musicians, and our fabulous vocalist Nicole is a doctor at King's College Hospital.
Ruskin Park Bandstand, Denmark Hill, SE5 8EL www.friendsofruskinpark.org.uk/events
Tuesday 30 September: An Evening with Michael Palin
7.30pm-8.30pm. In February 2025, Michael Palin travelled to Venezuela to get a sense of what life is like in one of South America’s most culturally rich, vibrant but also troubled nations. In the journal he kept during his trip he gives a vivid account of the towns and cities he visited, the landscapes he travelled through, and the people he met. Illustrated throughout with colour photographs taken on the trip, and permeated with his warmth and humour, this is a vivid and varied portrait of a complex country.
PLEASE NOTE: this event will be an hour-long talk by Michael Palin and there will be no time for questions. All books purchased will be signed by Michael Palin. The Vaughan Williams Auditorium, 144 East Dulwich Grove, East Dulwich, SE22 8TE.
https://www.trybooking.com/uk/events/landing/86851
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Ripe Old Age
Practical Advice for Navigating Later Life with Michael Scott
Secrets of a Happy Old Age
If you Google “secrets of a happy old age” the search results pop up with endless articles listing the so-called “secrets”. Those looking for answers however will be disappointed as the secrets invariably turn out to be the most obvious things such as: eat well; exercise; make friends; get a dog; do puzzles or get a hobby. Such tips apply equally to people of all ages and give no special guidance as to how best tackle the daunting mental and physical challenges we all face, as we get older.
The trouble is ageing is not simply life as usual with a few extra wrinkles. It changes everything. We can see the obvious physical changes - walking a bit slower with aching back and joints. But there are also the invisible shifts: the way our role in society evolves, how we have more free time, how we handle loss of friends and loved ones, and how we make sense of the time we have left. Advice like “take up gardening” can be well meant, but it doesn’t really answer the bigger question: how do we adapt, mentally and emotionally, to an entirely new stage of life?
Those people lucky to have a faith are ahead of the game, in having a belief that they can rely on to maintain a positive outlook as they face their sunset years. But what about the rest of us? There are of course no simple answers and perhaps a blog is not the best place to start getting too deep, but that said, where do we look for wisdom and guidance on how to be happy in old age.
The Dalai Lama is often asked about how to be happy in old age. His advice is deceptively simple, and yet, when you think about it, it feels like the kind of truth that deepens with time. Here in short is what he has said:
• Develop secular ethics: or, more simply, a good heart, and do no harm to others. Such an outlook helps prevent disturbing emotions such as anger and jealousy, leading to better physical health.
• Maintain hygiene for our emotions: when we have warmheartedness, we cannot be lonely.
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• Train the mind to be peaceful and to keep it clear and sharp. This must be learned from an early age. Time is an important factor because developing inner qualities is a long process. If our mind is trained physical suffering that comes with old age won’t disturb us much.
• Have determination and motivation to develop love and compassion. We need to be equipped with internal skills, to develop internal resources. Otherwise, if we are used to looking for pleasure in the sensorial world, when we grow old and lose our ability to perceive sights, sounds and smells, it becomes difficult.
Perhaps there are no “secrets” to a happy old age, at least not in the sense of quick, easy answers. But there are practices, mindsets, and habits of the heart that can make the later years not just bearable but deeply rewarding.
SE22 Councillors
Dulwich Hill Councillor Maggie Browning | maggie.browning@southwark.gov.uk
Southwark Council’s New Neighbourhood Model
The council has launched its new neighbourhood model, which introduces 10 new neighbourhood areas across the borough. Alongside this, the council has announced £3.31 million in neighbourhood funding, available from 8th September 2025. This has consolidated previous funding available to residents for different projects into one simple application process. The funding includes:
• £1.88 million for Cleaner Greener Safer funding
• £630, 000 for the Neighbourhoods Fund
• £800, 000 for Devolved Highways projects Dulwich Hill is part of the ‘East Dulwich Neighbourhood’ alongside Champion Hill and Goose Green wards. You can learn more about the new Neighbourhoods model, including having your say in the East Dulwich Neighbourhood survey here:
https://www.southwark.gov.uk/communityengagement/your-neighbourhood-your-say
Neighbourhood Policing in Southwark
The Metropolitan Police has recently announced plans to increase the number of neighbourhood officers for Peckham and North Walworth. The focus will be on tackling issues that matter most to residents including antisocial behaviour, shoplifting, violence against women and girls, and phone theft. The additional officers will work to prevent crime as well as to target repeat offenders. You can find out more about the work of the council to prevent crime, including the work of the council’s new Southwark Policing Oversight Board, here:
https://www.southwark.gov.uk/public-healthand-safety/community-safety/preventing-crime/ southwark-policing-oversight-board
You can find the details of your local ward Safer Neighbourhood Team here: https://www.metengage.co.uk/
St Clement with St Peter Church Summer Fayre
St Clement with St Peter Church Summer Fayre will be taking place on Sunday 7th September from 11.30am to 2.30pm at 140 Friern Road, SE22 0AY. It should be a fantastic day of fun activities for the whole family. There will also be an opportunity to support local businesses and enjoy some delicious refreshments. Please do join if you can!
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