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Are you a local organisation with an innovative idea for a free, fun, cultural festival led by young people? Apply now for Royal Greenwich Festivals funding and bring your idea to life.
Organisations can apply for up to £15,000, £30,000 or £60,000 to deliver free community events and activities next summer. This year is a special one, as we’re looking for projects that actively involve young people.
The deadline for applications is Sunday 21 December 2025 at 5pm. Please read the guidance carefully before applying. If you have any access needs or require further support, please contact artsgreenwich@royalgreenwich.gov.uk
Apply for funding: royalgreenwich.gov.uk/apply-rgf-26








The Royal Borough of Greenwich is asking residents to share their views on its Budget for 2026 to 2027.
Like many councils across London, the council is still feeling the longterm impact of government funding cuts that began back in 2010. At the same time, the cost of running essential services like care for older residents, children, and families who rely on the council’s support has continued to drastically rise.
The council has always managed its finances carefully and responsibly, but it is now facing a combination of pressures that make this increasingly difficult.
The survey invites communities to share what their priorities are, and comment on five budget principles that will lead the council’s direction when setting a balanced budget over the next few years.
Councillor Anthony Okereke, Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich said: “As a council, our mission is to make sure every pound works harder for our residents. When people are struggling the most, we want to be a safe and secure place they can turn to, so they can access the support and resources they need to improve their situation.
“We know our communities care deeply about seeing us get things done. That is why we are investing over £60 million over the next five years to improve safety, tackle fly tipping, fix our streets, and deliver the improvements residents want to see. But the bigger picture is that people are living longer, the borough is growing, and more adults and children need support that is more expensive than ever to provide. We want residents to understand these pressures and help us set the priorities for the year ahead.”
Communities and businesses can take part in the consultation until 5pm on Monday 22 December.
Have your say: royalgreenwich.gov.uk/budget26-27
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The Fan Museum will be opening later than usual for Museum by Candlelight, where visitors are invited to experience the exhibition space in the candlelight. Visitors can enjoy a complimentary drink of mulled wine, cider or juice.
Dates: Numerous dates in December: Thursday 11, Friday 12, Saturday 13, Wednesday 17 and Thursday 18.
Times: 16:30 - 19:00
Location: The Fan Museum, 12 Crooms Hill, Greenwich, London, SE10 8ER
Tickets: £10 per ticket, available here: https://www.thefanmuseum.org.uk/ events/museum-by-candlelight

Rumpelstiltskin Pantomime at Charlton House:
Transport to a world of wonder and imagination with an interactive pantomime at Charlton House. The 45-minute production of Rumpelstiltskin is perfect for all, including those with special educational needs and disabilities.
Date: Thursday 14 December. Time: 13:30 - 14:15
Location: Charlton House & Gardens, Charlton Road, Charlton, London, SE7 8RE
Tickets: £8 per ticket, available here: https://www.greenwichheritage.org/ events/rumpelstiltskin-pantomime-send-friendly/

Woolwich Works are hosting a Kitschmas afternoon to create decorations oozing with colour glitter and charm. Kitschmas is vintage vibes, bold colours, tinsel and sparkle and the whole family is welcome to take part in the afternoon. Make your own Christmas cards, complete with googly eyes and glitter or try making a tree decoration. Suitable for ages 2+ and all abilities.

Date: Sunday 14, Sunday 21 and Monday 22 December
Time: Sessions at 14:30 and 15:30
Location: Workers’ Bar, Woolwich Works, The Fireworks Factory, 11 No 1 St, Royal Arsenal, SE18 6HD Tickets: Free but donations are welcome, available here: https://www.woolwich.works/events/christmascrafternoon
The Gingerbread Man at the Tramshed:
Celebrate the magic of Christmas at Blackheath Halls with performances from Blackheath Halls Youth Choir, Greenvale School, Blackheath Goes Gospel signers and the Blackheath Halls Orchestra. There will be sing-along moments for the audience and the evening is sure to be an enjoyable event for the whole family to see in the festive season.
Date: Sunday 14 December. Time: 19:30
Location: Blackheath Halls (Great Hall), 23 Lee Road, Blackheath, London, SE3 9RQ
Tickets: £10 children and £19 adults, available here: https://www.blackheathhalls.com/whatson/blackheath-halls-christmas-concert-2025/
Drag the Halls is a spectacular queer cabaret variety show with something for everyone to enjoy. The night showcases drag queens and kings with show-stopping burlesque performances, clown acts, comedy and live singing.
Date: Thursday 11 December
Time: 19:30
Location: The Fireworks Factory, 11 No 1 St, Royal Arsenal, London SE18 6HD
Tickets: £13.75, available here: https://www.woolwich. works/events/drag-thehalls-2025

The cultural venue just south of Greenwich Park has a rich lineup of music events and even a ballet, writes Evie Flynn...


FREE JAZZ IN THE BAR (4 DECEMBER):
The jazz department from local arts school Trinity Laban is coming to the Blackheath Halls casual bar for late night tunes.
No reservations are required, just walk in, grab a drink and enjoy the music, with free entry for everyone.
Date: Thursday 4 December
Time: 20:00
Tickets: Free
BIG XMAS DISCO BALL (SATURDAY 6 DECEMBER):
The Great Hall will come alive at the beginning of December for a festive celebration described as a mash up of Mamma Mia and Saturday Night Fever.
Dance to the best 70s and 80s tunes from DJ Lady J who will spinn the best funk, soul and pop classics of the era.
Plus there’s a best outfit/ dance-off competition, and free retro sweets & ice pops too.
10% of all profits will be going
to Cancer Research UK.
Date: Saturday 6 December
Time: 19:30 – 00:00
Tickets: £20, available https://www. blackheathhalls.com/whats-on/ havent-stopped-dancing-yetbig-xmas-disco-ball-2025/
JACKIE OATES & JOHN SPIERS (10 DECEMBER):
Multi-award winning folk musicians
Jackie Oats and John Spiers will bring their breadth of experience and shared love for traditional English folk tunes to Blackheath Halls this winter.
Their annual tour at Christmas provides a heartwarming portrayal of Christmas carols from the UK and far beyond.
Their latest album, A Midwinter’s Night is a joyous celebration of midwinter and its shades.
The duo wants to inspire the audience with their love for Christmas and the traditions that have been an important part of their individual family traditions throughout the years.
Date: Wednesday 10 December
Time: 19:30



Tickets: £20, available https://www. blackheathhalls.com/whats-on/ jackie-oates-and-john-spiers/
ANDY SHEPPARD QUARTETS (11 DECEMBER):
Andy Sheppard is a saxophonist and composer who aims to ‘break traditional boundaries’.
Throughout his career he has released albums with major labels like Island Records, Blue Note, Veve, Provocateur and ECM.
He has a brand new band called QUARTETS, where he is bringing older compositions back into his performances.
Andy Sheppard – Saxophones
John Parricelli – Guitar
Dudley Phillips – Double Bass Nic France – Drums
Date: Thursday 11 December
Time: 19:30
Tickets: £30, available https://www. blackheathhalls.com/whats-on/ jackie-oates-and-john-spiers/
THE WESTBROOK BLAKE: MIKE WESTBROOK BAND & SINGERS (20 DECEMBER):
The Westbrook Blake is one of Mike Westbrooks works where William Blake’s poetry runs through the music.
The current ensemble, formed in 2007, brings together some of the UK’s finest and most creative musicians from the worlds of jazz and contemporary music.
Karen Street is an accordionist and frequent Westbrook collaborator, violinist Billy Thompson, Steve Berry a master double bassist and a mainstay of the Westbrook Orchestra, while the saxophonist Chris Biscoe has played a central role in Westbrook projects since the 1980s.
Date: Saturday 20 December
Time: 19:30
Tickets: £30, available https:// www.blackheathhalls.com/ whats-on/the-westbrook-blake/
GAUDETE! - SONGS AND CAROLS FROM YULETIDE PAST (21 DECEMBER):
Gaudete! is a lineup of GreenMatthews festive arrangements. Think woodwinds and violins- their rich music is heartwarming and evokes the spirit of Christmas part.
Their repetoire spans 600 years from the Middle Ages to the 20th century, with winter carols, folk songs, and a plethora of unusual instruments.
Date: Sunday 21 December
Time: 14:00
Tickets: £20 (£15 for under 26), available https://www. blackheathhalls.com/whats-on/ green-matthews-gaudete/
THE NUTCRACKER BALLET (22 DECEMBER):
Let’s All Dance Ballet Company is back with a festive treat for the whole family- the Nutcracker ballet. Perfect for children of all ages, the performance will transport the audience to the magical Land of Sweets and meet the Mouse King, Snow Queen and the Sugar Plum Fairy.
Date: Monday 22 December - Tuesday 23 December
Time: Various times
Tickets: £17, available https:// www.blackheathhalls.com/ whats-on/the-nutcracker-2025/
Location: 23 Lee Road, Blackheath, London SE3 9RQ

Developers behind the future demolition of the 1970s Lewisham Shopping Centre are making good on their promise on bringing back the popular Model Market food court which closed in 2019, writesKevinQuinn...
They are now encouraging local traders to apply for space and said they ‘are gearing up for a major comeback in spring 2026’.
It will sit again in the 1950s converted outdoor market hall behind Lewisham Shopping Centre.
The revived Model Market will serve more than food, it will be delivering DJ sets, a host of events, pop-ups and cultural programming that blends food, music and art.
The revival promises to honour the original architecture, preserving in their words “the site’s time-worn patina,” with retro shopfronts and string lights.
Permission has been granted to bulldoze the Shopping Centre and multi-storey car park and build towers up to 35 storeys high in its place. Currently, the shopping centre is home to more than 65 outlets,

including H&M, M&S and Boots.
Landsec plans to build 1,744 new homes, of which just 329 (19 percent) will be affordable over the next 10 years. Out of the 329 affordable homes, 98 would be for social rent and 231 would be rented at discount rates or to key workers. The remainder would be privately rented.
The £1.5 billion plans also include 661 students flats in a 23-storey coliving block containing 445 homes.
The Riverdale Hall Leisure Box, at 72-82 Lewisham High Street, which currently houses a Boots and the northeastern entrance to the shopping centre will be bulldozed, but some shops along Lewisham high street will remain.
The developers have promised to build a new 500-capacity music venue and rooftop wild meadow.
Organisers are now inviting streetfood traders, independent chefs, drinks partners, bakers, artists and makers to register their interest in joining the new Model Market, with deadline for applicants being March 1st in time for the spring opening.
Applications are especially encouraged from traders local to Lewisham and the neighbouring areas.
The former Model Market was a popular spot during the summer months, open from April to September, with microdiners with a food selection available from a range of superb street food vendors. It boasted five bars including an amazing rooftop beer terrace and a tiki bar with colourful cocktails.
A spokesperson at Model Market said: “Model Market is about bringing people together and celebrating the energy, creativity and spirit of the local
community. We’re incredibly excited to revive the Model Market at Lewisham and give it a fresh new chapter.
“With a nostalgic design inspired by mid-century shopfronts and a commitment to modern, sustainable values, the new Model Market will feel both timeless and completely new – a reimagined street market for a new generation.
“We want to champion local talent, and whether you’re running a kitchen concept, a small shop, or planning community events, we’d love to hear from brands who want to help shape Lewisham’s next great social space.”
Paul Redden, Centre Director at Lewisham Shopping Centre, said: “Model Market was a much-loved
destination that still holds a special place in the hearts of the community.
“It’s revival marks an important moment for the town centre - one that not only celebrates our heritage, but embraces new opportunities for culture, food and the community.
“Model Market will bring its unique vibrancy to Lewisham once more, and it’s an honour to be supporting this initiative and create a space where local businesses can thrive and the community can connect in meaningful, memorable ways.”
Businesses can apply for a space and residents can get more information about the Model Market, by signing up to their newsletter, by visiting: www.modelmarket.london


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Two of Greenwich’s adventure play centres (APCs) may close entirely to save Greenwich Council money with the authority finally unveiling its youth play transformation plans, writesCameron Blackshaw,LocalDemocracyReporter...
Fears first arose among the community that the beloved centres would close when the council announced it would be reviewing the five APC sites earlier this year.
Greenwich has said the supervised sites run at a cost of £730,000 per year and the council must make changes to the APC offerings as “it is necessary to make savings”. The council is currently staring down a £45.1m budget gap which it predicts will grow to over £100m by 2028/29.
Greenwich Council has said its APC review also intends to make them “more accessible, inclusive, and
sustainable for the future”. It feels many of the sites are out of date and “need investment to improve safety and meet the standards our children and young people deserve”.
With the APC public consultation kicking off on November 17, the council’s full intentions for what it hopes to do with them was finally revealed. Below is outlined what Greenwich Council proposes to do with each of the five APC sites.
Woolwich
Woolwich is one of two centres that Greenwich Council is considering
closing entirely, citing its “unsuitable location and the health risks linked to traffic pollution” relating to its close proximity to Woolwich Church Street.
The council is proposing investing in nearby Maryon Park and building a new multi-use games area (MUGA) there. However, the Maryon Park redevelopment is subject to planning permission and if the MUGA is delivered it will be unsupervised, unlike the Woolwich APC which has staff to supervise play.
Greenwich is also considering moving some of the Woolwich APC services such as free holiday school meals to a nearby venue such as Clockhouse Community Centre or Woolwich Waves leisure centre which is set to open next month.
The council wants to introduce new sports coaching and activity programmes at the MUGA and add new play equipment, seating and shelter. It is also considering installing CCTV at the new site.
Glyndon
Glyndon APC is the other site that is facing complete closure as a supervised play centre. However, Greenwich Council is considering opening up the centre’s outdoor space and moving to an unsupervised model so it can be used by the public at all times.
Like with the Woolwich site, the council is proposing moving some of its services to a nearby venue such as Glyndon Community Centre or Plumstead Centre to ensure “continued access for those who need them”.
In terms of improving its outdoor facilities, Greenwich might upgrade the MUGA with new equipment,
lighting and tennis tables and it could resurface the grass area. It is also considering introducing sports coaching and activity programmes as well as more social features.
Coldharbour
For the Coldharbour APC, Greenwich Council wants to invest £1.5million into the site and transform it into a new community hub. The current APC service would end to enable the redevelopment of the building which will be aimed at providing services to all different ages and groups within the local community.
Council Leader Anthony Okereke said:
“We’re proposing a new hub in the heart of Coldharbour. This will be the perfect space for the community to thrive, and serves as a flexible venue for both residents and the local community sector.
“We’ll work with community groups and voluntary organisations on what the proposed building will look like and could offer. This proposed approach could make the best use of the space, while improving the playground and giving families and the whole community a real focal point.”
This proposed community hub would trial “an innovative neighbourhood focused approach” that, if successful, the council will attempt to roll out across the borough. The Coldharbour Community Hub proposal will be subject to a future consultation separate from the APC one.
Meridian
In a similar vein to its proposals in Coldharbour, Greenwich Council wants to redevelop the Meridian APC site into a new supervised community youth hub that “could host different youth activities throughout the year”.
The council said the sites could contribute to its borough-wide network of community youth hubs and youth support services, which would include opportunities for whole-family support. Like the Coldharbour proposal, the council wants to reach out to local community groups to inform them about what they should do with the hub and this will be subject to a separate future consultation.
If the Meridian Community Youth Hub gets the go ahead, the Meridian APC would close and its services would cease, to enable the redevelopment.
As the Plumstead APC is the most used of the five sites, Greenwich Council has decided not to make any changes to it. According to the council, Plumstead had over 50 per cent more visits than the average across other APCs during the recent period in which they were tracking usage.
The council also found that it had more visits from children under the age of five than any of the other sites, and unlike Woolwich “no suitable alternative location” had been identified by the authority nearby. Because of these reasons, Greenwich wants to keep Plumstead open as it currently operates, which is 30 hours a week, 261 days a year, with supervised sessions for children.
Consultation details
Greenwich Council’s APC consultation will run until December 14. It can be accessed via a website set up by the council or paper copies can be picked up at APCs, libraries and community centres throughout the borough.























The redevelopment of a derelict “eyesore” shopping centre in Lewisham has been approved despite objections over the 17-storey height of the tallest building, writesRuby Gregory,LocalDemocracyReporter...
The revamp of the Leegate Shopping Centre site received unanimous council approval on Tuesday, November 18, with almost half the homes being affordable.
Developer London Square has been allowed to increase the height of the tallest building from 15 storeys to 17 storeys, as part of revised proposals after buying the site earlier this year. Under the plans, the 1960s shopping centre will be demolished and redeveloped to provide a mixeduse development that will include new homes, a community centre, commercial floorspace and a pub.
The total number of homes proposed has also increased from 561 to 620 and several other buildings will also be taller by one or two storeys.
However, the size of the proposed medical centre, supermarket and the community centre have been reduced. The number of residential and commercial car parking spaces has also been reduced.
The plans will see changes to the residential unit mix, and an increase in affordable housing by habitable room from 36.2per cent to 46.3per cent. Of the affordable homes, 149 will be social rent, 112 will be intermediate, while the remainder will be private.
Previous planning permission was granted to Galliard Homes in
November 2024, however a revised application was submitted after London Square purchased the site. Plans for the site date back as far as 2016, when Modwen Developments Ltd gained planning permission to redevelop the site which included plans for an Asda Supermarket.
London Square’s proposals had been opposed by residents and local organisations including the Lee Manor Society. Objectors referred to council’s own Local Plan for Lee Green, which states building heights should not normally exceed more than 12 storeys.
During a meeting of the council’s Strategic Planning Committee on Tuesday, a London Square representative said the Section 73 application was necessary to address new fire safety regulations.
Simon Bucks of Lee Manor Society said while the group welcomed the development of the “Leegate eyesore” and more housing, there were concerns over the size of the buildings and the impact they could have on the local area.
Mr Bucks said: “London Square’s contempt for Lee and the conservation area is reflected in its initial rebranding of the development as ‘Blackheath Gate’ – it didn’t even acknowledge Lee in its marketing blurb. It’s reviewing that now as


you’ve heard but it apparently cares little for the impact this proposed development would have on the area.
“Lewisham’s Local Plan states that Lee as a district centre is not suitable for tall buildings above 12 storeys.
If a 17-storey building is allowed it would surely be a precedent for more, so we are now calling on you to do the right thing and amend this grim proposal for a 17-storey block which would overwhelm a historic part of the borough.”
A planning officer later said objectors were correct about Local Plan policy, and that the site allocation should not normally exceed 12 storeys in height. However he went on to state: “What the policy doesn’t say is that if a proposal exceeds the height then it must be refused – that’s not what it says.”
He informed councillors that the plans had been recommended for approval by planning officers, and that they needed to look at the planning benefits of the scheme itself.
When it came to closing statements, Cllr Jack Lavery who sits on the committee, said: “I think we just need to bear in mind that we do have this recently consented scheme, this is a minor material amendment application here tonight which is offering 89 extra affordable homes –35 of those will be social homes and the others an intermediate product [that] I think are shared ownership.
“So I think I recognise there are some trade-offs and I recognise that the increase in height of that tower hasn’t been well received by everybody but I would like to propose that we accept officers’ recommendations here.”
The plans were ultimately approved by all councillors who were sitting on the committee and were eligible to vote.
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I need to start with an apology. Well over a year ago I wrote an article about the second Woolwich gas works - the Equitable Company works. I had previously written about the first works, owned by Thomas Livesey, and I mentioned it again last week in an article about river pollution. But there was another Woolwich gas works – the Consumers’ Company Gas Works - and it’s that which I promised to write up ‘in a couple of weeks’ time’well over eighteen months ago! Sorry.



Early last year I wrote an article about the Plumstead Pure Water Company and I introduced you to Lewis Davis there. Perhaps I should remind you again who he was: in 1839 he had a jewellers shop in Green’s End and described himself as a pawnbroker in the 1841 census. He is also described as a ‘silversmith’, a ‘clothes dealer’ and a ‘glass warehouse’ and of course ‘a pawnbroker. So I guess he just did the best he could and it turns out he was very successful – and was the leading activist in bringing both gas and water to Woolwich.
In 1832 the Woolwich Equitable Gas Company had been set up and had taken over the older works, which dated from 1817. They had built a modern gas works, which appears to have been very successful. However, within only ten years there was considerable agitation against it - in which Mr Davis played a leading part. His problem was that although he used considerable amounts of gas in his business he was not offered the same discount on purchases as was afforded the Royal Dockyard and other public bodies. There were other grievances among the shopkeepers of Woolwich and so only a short time after the Equitable works were opened there were
plans to set up a rival gas company. This was the Woolwich Protective Consumers Gas Co. and they issued a prospectus on 18th August 1843.
There were numerous consumer gas companies being set up in this period. Some had quite complicated arrangements to ensure that ownership remained in local hands. It was a whole movement which was part of a series of ideas about how public utilities should be managed because private ownership often worked against the public interest. How this Woolwich consumer company was intended to operate is not really clear - they said in their prospectus that priority on share ownership would be given to ‘consumers’ but it is unclear how ‘consumers’ were identified, particularly before the gas works was operational. Probably the customers were mostly small shopkeepers from Woolwich.
They had purchased a site on the Riverside from Sir T. Wilson and the works was soon being set up. It was in the area now covered by the Ferry Approach and possibly the Ferry car park and the Leisure Centre - in the High Street, behind the Carpenter’s Arms, and adjoining the eastern side of Woolwich Dockyard. They

redeveloped the wharf on the west side of Glass Yard with two 32ft diameter gasholders, later replaced by a retort house, and in the High Street built an Italianate office building was erected next to the Carpenters’ Arms. Various writers say that a wall from the works still exists. Built of old pieces of firebrick and hard clinker it runs parallel to the River side of the High Street.
Then they held a banquet. This was for the Directors and officers ‘as a mark of the confidence of the shareholders ... and an acknowledgment of the disinterested efforts and zealous exertions they had made’. It was held at the George the Fourth Assembly Rooms, where the window was lit up with ‘a splendid star of the gas supplied by the Company’. The dinner consisted of ‘the first luxuries of the season’. They toasted ‘the Queen ...
discanting upon her virtues as daughter, wife, and mother’. Late that night they ‘felt great pleasure in drinking the health of the gentlemen present, and thanked them cordially for their kindness in drinking and the meeting being enlivened by various songs and toasts’.
The initial charge for gas from the new works was eight shillings per thousand cubic feet, which compared favourably with the eleven shillings required by its rival. The first works Superintendent was ‘Chemist’ Marsh, who had previously developed a test for detecting small grains of arsenic.
In 1848 it was unanimously resolved to appropriate the sum of £251. from the surplus funds of the company to purchase a suitable piece of plate, to be presented to Lewis Davis, ‘through whose exertions the company was first started’.
So, the new gas company set about making and selling gas cheaper than the Equitable Company who, of course, brought their prices down. As with all of these ventures, in the end they sorted the issues out - two companies selling gas in the town and more or less working with each other although no one would ever say so. In 1854 the Consumers’ Company changed their name to the Woolwich and Charlton Consumers’ Gas Company. Lewis Davis continued promoting gas and water companies and made a lot of money.
The Consumers’ Gas Company continued in Woolwich until taken over by the South Metropolitan in the early 1880s. During the lifetime of the company most newspaper reports about it are about their share sales but there are occasionally other stories - and possibly many more that we know nothing about. The company minutes refer to


‘defalcations’ in the 1860s and again in the 1880s. It is very unclear what exactly this refers to - probably some sort of accounting fraud.
Throughout most of the organisation’s existence the works Engineer was Alexander Stark. This is a common name, even in gas works’ construction circles, particularly in Scotland and it is difficult to identify a particular individual – although this Woolwich based man seems to have been Scottish. He was not a young man as shown by the one piece of definite evidence about his family which is an obituary to his, Perth educated, adult son – also a gas engineer named Alexander Stark –and who died in 1884 aged 33 while employed as Assistant Engineer at Easton and Anderson at Erith.
In 1856 Alexander Stark had contracted to construct a gas works in the Royal Arsenal – I’ve written about that works here last year. This contract had been completed when information was received by Policeinspector Thompson, that during tbe month of March last a large amount of Government stores had been conveyed from the Arsenal by men in the employ of the contractor, and that a portion of the property would be found on his premises. A search was made, and in the cellar of Alexander Stark’s house the property mentioned was discovered. He accounted for the possession of it by stating that he had supplied similar articles whilst carrying out this contract, and had received the property found in repayment. The evidence against James Stark was that he had ordered a portion of tbe property to be removed to the premises where it was found.
It appeared that the bulk of the property, and many other articles not mentioned in the charge, had been removed from the Arsenal by direction of Joseph King, a foreman in the employ of the prisoners. He had directed the carman to cover over the property with coke.
The trial went on for some time and attracted a lot of press attention with huge reports in the local press and apparently huge numbers of people attending the trial. It became more and more confused with witnesses who said they knew nothing. Alexander Stark seems to have remained his post as manager at the works for many subsequent years.
Perhaps the most important thing to note is his contract for the construction of the Arsenal Gas Works – this is in addition to
his career as a gas manager.
Every year on New Year’s Eve a dinner was arranged for all the workers at the Consumer’s gas works. This was always a big event and noted in the local press. There are other more local concerns raised - most will have been issues which affected all gas managers at one time or another. One long dispute concerns the amount of notice to be given before digging the road up – and what constitutes an emergency.
Another dispute was about whether they should paint the lamp posts chocolate brown or leave them – er - lamp post colour.
In 1884 the company and its works were taken over - amalgamatedwith the South Metropolitan Gas Company and closed down.
By Dr Mary Mills
Consumers’ Company concern his arrest and subsequent trial on the charge of stealing lead and other items from the Royal Arsenal. This of course is much more complicated than it would first appear. It took up many, many column inches in both the local and professional gas press, with word by word transcriptions of the various stages of the trial and the various people also accused of this offence. It appeared to excite much public interest, the court being densely crowded.
Another person who features prominently in the case is James ‘Jaws’ Stark Alexander’s brother, who also lived in Woolwich and worked with him on various contracts. They are accused of stealing 20 ingots of lead, a large quantity of iron pipe, and more, the property of the Crown. Also if Alexander, the works manager, had been ‘receiving’ rather than ‘stealing’ the items.



n THE EARLY EAST LONDON GAS INDUSTRY: HOW IT BEGAN AND HOW IT HELPED LONDON INDUSTRIES TO GROW. The gas industry in early 19th century London - all the incompetence and all the scandals. Also explores how gas industry waste products were taken up and used by other industries. £15


n GEORGE LIVESEY - A BIOGRAPHY. The life of South London’s maverick 19th century gas works manager, who forced the privately owned industry to work in partnership with the public and with its workforce. There is nothing in the industry he didn’t change. This is about a man who wanted to change society – but in 1889 got it very wrong. £10. Illustrated. £15


n SHIPBUILDING IN GREENWICH – A shortish run through those who built ships in our borough and what they built on. It covers two Royal Dockyards, to those who built single sailing barges, and those who built into the 1990s. £10


n THE GREENWICH RIVERSIDE – UPPER WATERGATE TO ANGERSTEIN. A siteby-site description of the Greenwich Riverside between Deptford to Charlton. This is not yet another description of Royal Greenwich but looks at riverside communities, industries and river workers – as well less known site histories. £15



n THE INDUSTRIES OF DEPTFORD CREEK. A siteby-site description of this amazingly busy Creekside between its mouth with the Thames and the Lewisham border. It includes industries of national importance, from the medieval to electronics pioneers - and the downright quirky. £15


n GREENWICH PENINSULA - GREENWICH MARSH. A HISTORY OF AN INDUSTRIAL HEARTLAND. This is a rewrite of my all-time bestseller Greenwich Marsh, to include the Dome. It describes the history of the Marsh and the industries which grew up there in the 19th century, including Enderby Wharf and the telecommunications revolution, as well as the amazing gas works and much else. £10 OF
on sales




Charlton Athletic Community Trust (CACT) marked Community Day last time out at The Valley, bringing together participants, staff, partners and supporters to celebrate the Trust’s awardwinning work across southeast London and Kent.
Hundreds of participants took part in a memorable pitchside parade at half-time, representing just a fraction of the 28,000 people CACT worked with during the 2024/25 financial year. Those involved included participants from programmes such as Young Greenwich, Premier League Kicks and the Extra Time Hub, alongside members of Ability Counts, the Upbeats and the Post-16 Academy. Pupils from Elthambased St Mary’s Primary School also took part, proudly displaying the EFL Kids Cup trophy they won at Wembley Stadium while representing Charlton on the same day the men’s first-team sealed their return to the Championship.
Community Day also marked the launch of Friends of CACT, a new fundraising initiative giving supporters the chance to back the Trust’s work through regular monthly donations. Supporters are
encouraged to join the growing Friends of CACT network and become eligible for a series of tiered benefits, ranging from a welcome letter from Nathan Jones to a training ground experience at Sparrows Lane and an invitation to the annual CACT Awards at the House of Lords.
From as little as £10 per month, supporters can enjoy these benefits while helping the Trust continue its life-changing work, which last year included mentoring 1,100 people, supporting 3,170 cost-of-living referrals and distributing £13,660 worth of fuel voucher payments. The generosity of Friends of CACT helps make this vital support possible and allows the Trust to continue working towards its vision of healthy, happy, resilient and thriving communities.
CACT would like to thank everyone who helped make
Community Day so memorable for our participants - including those in the stands who showed their appreciation at half-time.
Addicks who would like to find out more or become a Friend of CACT can visit cact.gives/friendsof-cact or scan the QR code.




Royal Borough of Greenwich
Town & Country Planning Act 1990 (AS AMENDED)
Town & Country Planning (Development Management Procedure)(England) Order 2015 Planning (Listed Buildings & Conservation Areas) Act 1990 (AS AMENDED)
Planning (Listed Buildings & Conservation Areas) Regulations 1990 (AS AMENDED)
Town & Country Planning (Control of Advertisements) Regulations 2007 (AS AMENDED)
Notice is hereby given that application(s) have been made to The Royal Borough of Greenwich in respect of the under mentioned premises/sites. You can see the submissions and any plans at http://www. royalgreenwich.gov.uk/planning.
If development proposals affect Conservation Areas and/or Statutorily Listed Buildings under the Planning (Listed Building and Conservation Area) Act 1990 (As Amended) this will be shown within the item below.
Anyone who wishes to comment on these applications should be made in writing to Development Planning within 21 days of the date of this notice.
Please quote the appropriate reference number.
Date: 3/12/2025
Victoria Geoghegan
Assistant Director - Planning and Building Control
List of Press Advertisements - 3/12/2025
Publicity for Planning Applications
Applicant: Sarah Dalkin 25/2593/HD
Site Address: 26 PARKGATE, BLACKHEATH, LONDON, SE3 9XF
Development: Construction of a rear single-storey extension, construction of a loft conversion incorporating increased ridge heights and dormer roof extension and rooflights, replacement of windows and doors throughout the property including Juliet balcony element to the front, altered front door arrangement, air source heat pump, pergola, landscaping alterations and all associated works [Reconsultation, revised description].
Conservation Area: BLACKHEATH PARK
Applicant: SWEET THE NURSERY ON THE GREEN 25/2777/F
Site Address: 12-13 ELTHAM GREEN, ELTHAM, LONDON, SE9 5LB
Development: Change of use from a dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) to a Class E(f) (Nursery), construction of part-one, part-two storey extension to No.12 Eltham Green, including wrap-around to the rear elevation of no.13 Eltham Green and associated works.
Conservation Area: ELTHAM GREEN
Applicant: Stantec UK Limited 25/3312/MA
Site Address: Kidbrooke Village Masterplan, London SE3
Development: An application submitted under section 73 of the town & Country Planning Act 1990 for a material amendment to Planning Permission 08/2782/O dated 24th June 2009 (as amended by application 17/2242/NM) 'A mixed use development comprising 4,000 residential units, including 27,261 sqm of extra care accommodation to provide 303 flats (Class C3) and 29,498 sqm of non-residential uses comprising 4,855 sqm retail & leisure (incorporating up to 3,I00 sqm retails Class AIA5 and up to 2,782 sqm leisure Class 02), 5,450 sqm office (Class BI), 4,884 sqm community (Class DI), 5,911 sqm hotel (Class C I) 2,785 sqm supermarket (Class AI), 3,205 GP Surgery (Class DI) and 2,408 sqm replacement primary school (Class DI) including access, car parking and open space' to allow for: The variation of the wording of Condition 55, to capture the following changes: The omission of the Multi Use Games Area from Phase 1 of the Kidbrooke Village development. Conservation Area: IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST
Applicant: Stantec UK Limited 25/3313/F
Site Address: Site is to the south east of Sutcliffe Park Sports Centre, Sutcliffe Park, SE9
Development: Construction of a Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA) Facility including replacement table tennis tables and outdoor gym equipment within Sutcliffe Park
Conservation Area: IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST
Applicant: Mr Smith 25/3333/MA
Site Address: 21 GLOUCESTER CIRCUS, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8RY
Development: An application submitted under section 73 of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 for a minor material amendment in connection with the planning permission dated 01/07/2025 (Ref. 24/4147/F) for Demolition of an existing single-storey garage and construction of a single-storey 1-bedroom 1-person studio house at the rear of No. 21 Gloucester Circus; other associated alterations. to allow; Amendment to Condition 2 (Approved Drawings) for the -Addition of rooflights and solar panels on the roof -Enlargement of the living room
Conservation Area: WEST GREENWICH
Applicant: University of Greenwich 25/3479/SD
Site Address: Devonport House and Cooper Building, 66-68 King William Walk, Greenwich, SE10 9JW
Development: Submission of details pursuant to discharge Condition 4 (Method Statement for Demolition and New Glazing Installation) in relation to Listed Building Consent ref. 24/3427/L dated 26/11/2025
Conservation Area: GREENWICH PARK
Applicant: University of Greenwich 25/3480/SD
Site Address: Devonport House and Cooper Building, 66-68 King William Walk, Greenwich, SE10 9JW
Development: Submission of details pursuant to discharge Condition 5 (Method Statement (Repairs and Making Good) in relation to Listed Building Consent ref. 24/3427/L dated 26/11/2025
Conservation Area: GREENWICH PARK
Applicant: University of Greenwich 25/3481/SD
Site Address: Devonport House and Cooper Building, 66-68 King William Walk, Greenwich, SE10 9JW
Development: Submission of details pursuant to discharge Condition 19 (Monument South of Nurses' Home) in relation to Listed Building Consent ref. 24/3427/L dated 26/11/2025
Conservation Area: GREENWICH PARK
Applicant: London & Quadrant Housing Trust 25/3701/F
Site Address: 8A & 8B VICARAGE PARK, PLUMSTEAD, SE18 7SX
Development: Replacement of all existing timber windows to all elevations with Timber to the front and uPVC to the rear. Replacement of existing timber doors with timber to the front door and uPVC to the rear door.
ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - SECTION 14(1) BROMHOLM ROAD PLANNED ROAD CLOSURE (ORDER)
1. The Royal Borough of Greenwich makes this Order in exercise of powers under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. This is to facilitate works by Thames Water who need to complete an extension to the water main.
2. The Order will come into operation on 08/12/25 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 12 days. The duration of the Order can be extended with the approval of the Secretary of State for Transport.
3. The effect of the Order would be to temporarily prohibit vehicles from entering, exiting, proceeding, or waiting (including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading), in Bromholm Road outside 1-4.
4. Whilst the Order is in operation traffic will be diverted via the placing of the appropriate signage. Prohibitions remain in force; pedestrians are not affected, and vehicle access will be maintained wherever possible.
5. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.
6. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.
7. Queries concerning these works should be directed to the Royal Borough of Greenwich’s Directorate of Regeneration, Enterprise & Skills on 020 8921 6340.
Ryan Nibbs Assistant Director, Transport.
The Woolwich Centre, 35 Wellington Street, SE18 6HQ
Dated: 23/10/25

Conservation Area: PLUMSTEAD COMMON
Applicant: Mr & Ms Grist & Jones 25/3798/HD
Site Address: 14 HYDE VALE, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8QH
Development: Extension of existing front lightwell including the demolition of front underground vaults, installation of bike storage and storeroom, installation of stairs and railings to proposed lightwell, alteration to lower ground floor front elevation including the enlargement of existing window opening to form door, installation of security gate beneath existing entrance steps, and all associated landscaping and external works.
Conservation Area: WEST GREENWICH
Applicant: Berosa Charity Limited 25/3803/F
Site Address: Land to the rear of 39-50 Vicarage Park, Plumstead, London, SE18 7TG
Development: Construction of six dwellinghouses with associated landscaping, refuse and cycle storage, improved pedestrian access and associated external alterations.
Conservation Area: PLUMSTEAD COMMON
Applicant: LHG Greenwich Ltd 25/3916/MA
Site Address: Former Greenwich Magistrates Court (including rear car park), 7-9 Blackheath Road & 2 Greenwich High Road, Greenwich, London, SE10 8PE
Development: An application submitted under Section 19 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 (as amended) for a variation of a condition associated with the Listed Building Consent 22/3474/MA dated 21/09/2023, for Redevelopment of the Site, including the refurbishment of the existing Grade II Listed Magistrates Court and part demolition of existing structures, for a new hotel including ancillary facilities, flexible Class A1 / A2 / A3 / A4 / D1 / D2 / ancillary C1 floorspace, a publicly accessible square with associated soft and hard landscaping, ancillary refuse and recycling storage, cycle parking, wheelchair parking, coach and taxi drop off bays and servicing arrangements, to allow: - Amend Condition 9 (Detailed Drawings (Materials, Doors and Windows)) from: 'Details in respect of the following shall be submitted to, and approved in writing by, the Royal Borough of Greenwich as the Local Planning Authority before any work to the listed building is commenced: a) Plans, elevations and sections of proposed windows and doors at a scale of 1:10 or 1:5 as appropriate. Plan and section details shall indicate reveal depth. b) Details of proposed materials, samples and manufacturers specification as appropriate.
The development shall be carried out in accordance with the details approved.' To 'Details in respect of the following shall be submitted to, and approved in writing by, the Royal Borough of Greenwich as the Local Planning Authority prior to the relevant part of the works to the listed building commencing on site: a) Plans, elevations and sections of proposed windows and doors at a scale of 1:10 or 1:5 as appropriate. Plan and section details shall indicate reveal depth. b) Details of proposed materials, samples and manufacturers specification as appropriate. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the details approved.'
Conservation Area: ASHBURNHAM TRIANGLE
Publicity for Listed Building Consent.
Applicant: Mr & Ms Grist & Jones 25/3799/L
Site Address: 14 HYDE VALE, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8QH
Development: Extension of existing front lightwell including the demolition of front underground vaults, installation of bike storage and storeroom, installation of stairs and railings to proposed lightwell, alteration to lower ground floor front elevation including the enlargement of existing window opening to form door, installation of security gate beneath existing entrance steps, and all associated landscaping and external works.
Conservation
Publicity For Advertisements.
Applicant: The Greenwich Enterprise Board
Site Address: ROYAL ARSENAL GATEHOUSE, BERESFORD SQUARE, LONDON, SE18 6AR
Development: Installation of seven (7) new signs across the existing building, including three (3) plaques, one (1) heritage display sign, two (2) Royal Arsenal Gatehouse lettering sign above main archway on front and rear elevations, one (1) tenant directory sign and all other associated works.
Conservation Area: WOOLWICH CONSERVATION AREA
Applicant: Co-op
25/3913/A
Site Address: THE CO-OPERATIVE FOOD, 19-23 THE VILLAGE, CHARLTON, LONDON, SE7 8UG
Development: Installation of various window graphics.
Conservation Area: CHARLTON VILLAGE
ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - SECTION 14(1) SHREWSBURY LANE PLANNED PARKING RESTRICTION (ORDER)
1. The Royal Borough of Greenwich makes this Order in exercise of powers under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. This is to facilitate works by UK Power Networks.
2. The Order will come into operation on 09/12/25 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 7 days. The duration of the Order can be extended with the approval of the Secretary of State for Transport.
3. The effect of the Order would be to temporarily prohibit vehicles from waiting (including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading), in Shrewsbury Lane from outside and opposite 47 to outside and opposite 60.
4. Whilst the Order is in operation traffic will not need to be diverted. Prohibitions remain in force; pedestrians are not affected, and vehicle access will be maintained wherever possible.
5. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.
6. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.
7. Queries concerning these works should be directed to the Royal Borough of Greenwich’s Directorate of Regeneration, Enterprise & Skills on 020 8921 6340.
Ryan Nibbs Assistant Director, Transport.

The Woolwich Centre, 35 Wellington Street, SE18 6HQ
Dated: 07/11/25
INTERNAL REF: PL /FN 841 LA 494062 / Lic. No: 75214

ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1)
BENNETT PARK PLANNED ROAD CLOSURE (ORDER)
1. The Royal Borough of Greenwich intends to make this Order in exercise of powers under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. This is to facilitate works by CIRCET UK Ltd who need to clear a blockage in the carriageway.
2. The Order will come into operation on 15th December 2025 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 3 days. The duration of the Order can be extended with the approval of the Secretary of State for Transport.
3. The effect of the Order would be to temporarily prohibit vehicles from entering, proceeding, or waiting (including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading), in Bennett Park at the junction of Lee Road.
4. Whilst the Order is in operation, no traffic diversions will be required, as this is a dead-end road. Prohibitions remain in force; pedestrians are not affected, and vehicle access will be maintained wherever possible.
5. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.
6. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.
7. Queries concerning these works should be directed to the Royal Borough of Greenwich’s Directorate of Communities, Environment and Central on 020 8921 6340.
Ryan Nibbs Assistant Director, Transport. The Woolwich Centre, 35 Wellington Street, SE18 6HQ
Dated: 26/09/2025

INTERNAL REF - EM/ LA491604 FN836 /LIC No 74853 ROYAL BOROUGH OF GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1)
1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the Royal Borough of Greenwich has made an Order to facilitate the installation of traffic signals under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
2. The effect of the Order would be to: (a) temporarily prohibit vehicles from entering, exiting, proceeding or waiting (including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading) in the following roads or lengths of roads:
(i) Romney Road between King William Walk and Park Row.
3. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to persons in connection with the works.
4. The above prohibitions will only apply to such times and such extent as shall be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs and traffic management measures.
5. Whilst the closures are in operation, vehicular access to properties affected by these works would be maintained wherever possible subject to the extent and operations of the works. Alternative routes for diverted vehicles would be available via local roads and would be indicated via local signage.
6. The Order would come into force on Thursday 4th December 2025 and would continue in force for up to 18 months, or until the works have been completed, whichever is the sooner and may be re-introduced should further works be required.
7. Queries concerning these works should be directed to traffic.team@royalgreenwich.gov.uk quoting reference 12-25 Romeny Road.
Assistant Director, Transport, Communities, Environment and Central, Royal Borough of Greenwich
Dated 3rd December 2025

The Greenwich (Charged-For Parking Places) (Amendment No. *) Order 202*
1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the Royal Borough of Greenwich proposes to make the above-mentioned Order under sections 6, 45, 46, 49 and 124 of and Part IV of Schedule 9 to the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended.
2. The general effect of the Order will be to amend The Greenwich (Charged-For Parking Places) Order 2018 ”the Charged-For Order” as follows:
(a) Introduce New Permits listed in (b) to (d) below, the charges for which are shown in Schedule 1 to this Notice.
(b) Append a new Schedule 5L after Schedule 5K of the Charged-For Order introducing Key User Permits (KUP) and introduce Articles setting out the provisions of these permits. A KUP can be used to park during permitted hours in permit bays (for Permit Holders, Resident Permit Holders, Business Permit Holders or shared use) borough wide. A KUP can be issued to any person who performs a statutory service on behalf of the Council. A KUP is only valid whilst the permit-holder is undertaking official duties.
(c) Append a new Schedule 5M after Schedule 5L of the Charged-For Order introducing an Educational Permit for staff parking for educational facilities located within permit parking zones and introduce Articles setting out the provisions of these permits. Each educational facility will be limited to 20 permits per annum. An Education Permit will be valid in permit bays and shared use bays within the permit parking zone in which the educational facility is located and on designated roads close to that facility during permit parking hours.
(d) Append a new Schedule 5N after Schedule 5M of the Charged-For Order introducing a Dedicated Blue Badge Bay Permit and introduce Articles setting out the provisions of these permits. A Dedicated Blue Badge Bay Permit is for blue badge holders for parking in a dedicated blue badge holder bay during permitted hours.
(e) Introduce provisions for Virtual Permits for all currently issued and new Permit Types.
3. Copies of the proposed Order including detailed permit provisions, the statement of reasons for proposing to make the Order, along with a copy of the Consolidation Orders can be inspected during normal office hours on Monday to Fridays inclusive at the Woolwich Centre Library, The Woolwich Centre, 35 Wellington Street, London SE18 6HQ.
4. Further information may be obtained from Traffic Team, Floor 3, The Woolwich Centre, 35 Wellington Street, London SE18 6HQ or email to traffic-orders@royalgreenwich.gov.uk (quoting reference 10-25 Fees&Charges NewPermits).
5. Any person who wishes to object to or make other representations about the proposed Order, should send a statement in writing by 7th January 2026, specifying the grounds on which any objection is made by email to traffic-orders@royalgreenwich.gov.uk (quoting reference 10-25 Fees&Charges NewPermits).
6. Persons objecting to the proposed Order should be aware that in view of current access to information legislation, this Council would be legally obliged to make any comments received in response to this notice, open to public inspection and all data will be handled according to GDPR regulations.
Director of Communities, Environment and Central Royal Borough of Greenwich
Dated 3rd December 2025
ROYAL BOROUGH OF GREENWICH
The Greenwich (Prohibition of Motor Vehicles, One-way and No Entry) (Various Roads) Order 202* The Greenwich (Bus Only Routes) Traffic Order 2001 (Amendment No. *) Order 202*
The Greenwich (Free Parking Places, Loading Places and Waiting, Loading and Stopping Restrictions) (Amendment No. *) Order 202*
The Greenwich (Charged For-Parking Places) (Amendment No. *) Order 202*
1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the Royal Borough of Greenwich (hereinafter referred to as “the Council”) proposes to make the above-mentioned Orders under sections 6, 45, 46, 49, 124 and Part IV of Schedule 9 to the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended.
2. The general effect of the Orders will be to:
a) Introduce a no entry except cycles on Lindsell Street for vehicles travelling from Greenwich South Street into Lindsell Street.
b) Revoke the existing one-way on King George Street from its junction with Crooms Hill to its junction with Royal Place.
c) Introduce a one-way on Royal Hill from its junction with Greenwich South Street to its junction with Brand Street.
d) Introduce a one-way contraflow cycle lane restrictions on Burney Street from its junction with Stockwell Street to its junction with Royal Hill in a south-westerly direction.
e) prohibit all motor vehicles Mon-Fri 7.00–10.00am and 3.00-7.00pm except authorised vehicles including emergency Vehicles, refuse vehicles, disabled person’s badge holders who are also N1 permit holders, taxi's and Private Hire Vehicles and N1 permit holders, from entering into, exiting from or proceeding in:
i) Royal Place, at a point 6 metres east of its junction with Royal Hill.
ii) Hyde Vale, at a point 4 metres south-east of its junction with Royal Hill.
iii) Point Hill at its junction with Royal Hill.
iv) Winforton Street, at a point 5.2 metres south-east of its junction with Blissett Street.
v) Royal Hill, from a point 5.5 metres east of its junction with Greenwich South Street.
vi) Halstow Road, at a point 30 metres north of its junction with Humber Road.
vii) Maze Hill, at the southern boundary of No. 1 Park Vista.
viii)Vanbrugh Park, at its junction with St Johns Park.
ix) St Johns Park, at a point 10.11 metres east of its junction with Vanbrugh Park.
x) Langton Way, at its junction with Old Dover Road.
xi) Crooms Hill, at its junction with Stockwell Street
xii) Maidenstone Hill, at its junction with Point Hill
f) introduce a bus, pedal cycle, taxi and authorised vehicles including emergency Vehicles, refuse vehicles, disabled person’s badge holders who are also N1 permit holders, Private Hire Vehicles and N1 permit holders route Mon-Fri 7.00–10.00am and 3.00-7.00pm at the following locations:
i) Vanbrugh Hill, both sides, at its junction with Restell Close.
ii) Westcombe Hill, both sides, at its junction with Station Crescent.
g) Replace the free parking places with No waiting at any time restrictions at the following locations:
i) St Johns Park, north side, from a point 10.11 metres east of its junction with Vanbrugh Park for 8.23 metres in an easterly location.
ii) St Johns Park, south side, from a point 10.11 metres east of its junction with Vanbrugh Park for 6.92 metres in an easterly location.
h) Replace the No Waiting Mon-Sat 9am-6.30pm with No waiting at any time restrictions at the following locations:
i) St Johns Park, south side, from a point 17.03 metres east of its junction with Vanbrugh Park for 2.17 metres in an easterly location.
ii) Langton Way, east side, from a point 8.8 metres south of its junction with Old Dover Road for 11.49 metres in a southerly direction.
iii) Langton Way, west side, from a point 11.5 metres south of its junction with Old Dover Road to its junction with St Johns Park.
iv) St Johns Park, north side, from its junction with Langton Way for 9 metres in a westerly direction.
i) Replace the No Waiting Mon-Sat 9am-5pm & Sun 9am-6pm with No waiting at any time restrictions at the following locations:
i) Stockwell Street, south-west side, from its junction with Burney Street for 8.6 metres in a north-westerly direction.
ii) Crooms Hill, south-west side, from its junction with Burney Street for 7 metres in a south-easterly direction
iii) Burney Street, north-west side, from its junction with Stockwell Street for 7 metres in a south-westerly direction.
iv) Burney Street, south-east side, from its junction with Crooms Hill for 7.57metres in a south-westerly direction.
v) Burney Street, north-west side, from its junction with Royal Hill for 13.1 metres in a north-easterly direction.
vi) Burney Street, south-east side, from its junction with Royal Hill for 15.4 metres in a north-easterly direction.
vii) Gloucester Circus, both sides, from its junction with Royal Hill for 9 metres in a north-easterly direction.
viii) Circus Street, both sides, from its junction with Royal Hill for 12.3 metres in a south-westerly direction.
ix) Royal Place, north-east side, from its junction with Royal Hill for 8.3 metres in a south-easterly direction.
x) Royal Place, south-west side, from its junction with Royal Hill for 7.2 metres in a south-easterly direction
xi) Royal Hill, south-east side, from a point 11.5 metres south-west to a point 5 metres north-east of its junction with Point Hill.
xii) Point Hill, north-east side, from its junction with Royal Hill for 10.8 metres in a south-easterly direction.
xiii) Point Hill, south-west side, from its junction with Royal Hill for 7.3 metres in a south-easterly direction.
xiv) Royal Hill, north-west side, from a point 5.45 metres south-west to a point 10 metres north-east of its junction with Prior Street.
xv) Prior Street, north-east side, from its junction with Royal Hill for 5.8 metres in a north-westerly direction.
xvi) Prior Street, south-west side, from its junction with Royal Hill for 7.5 metres in a north-westerly direction.
xvii) Winforton Street, north side, from its junction with Point Hill for 10.8 metres in a westerly direction.
xviii) Winforton Street, south side, from its junction with Point Hill for 13.3 metres in a westerly direction.
xix) Point Hill, west side, from a point 7.8 metres south to a point 6.3 metres north of its junction with Winforton Street.
xx) Point Hill, east side, from the southern boundary of No.25 Point Hill for 5.6 metres in a southerly direction.
xxi) Point Hill, west side, from the northern boundary of No.56 Point Hill to its junction with Maidenstone Hill.
xxii) Point Hill, east side, from the northern boundary of No.56 Point Hill to the northern boundary of No. 35 Point Hill.
xxiii) Maidenstone Hill, north side, from its junction with Point Hill for 8.1 metres in a westerly direction.
xxiv) Lindsell Street, north-east side, from its junction with Greenwich South Street for 10.9 metres in a south-easterly direction
xxv) Lindsell Street, south-west side, from its junction with Greenwich South Street for 9.8 metres in a south-easterly direction.
j) Replace the No Waiting Mon-Sat 8am-6.30pm and Sun 9am-6pm with No waiting at any time restrictions at the following locations:
i) Royal Hill, north-east side, from its junction with Burney Street for 10.75 metres in a north-westerly direction.
ii) Royal Hill, north-east side, from its junction with Burney Street for 10.4 metres in a south-easterly direction.
iii) Royal Hill, south-west side, from a point 8.2 metres north-west to a point 15 metres south-east of its junction with Circus Street.
iv) Royal Hill, north-east side, from a point 12.44 metres north-west to a point 7.7 metres south-east of its junction with Gloucester Circus. v) Royal Hill, east side, from a point 7.2 metres south to a point 8.8 metres north of its junction with Royal Place.
vi) Royal Hill, west side, from the southern boundary of No. 44 Royal Hill to a point 1.7 metres south of the southern boundary of No.56. vii) Greenwich South Street, east side, from a point 7.1 metres south to a point 6.9 metres north of its junction with Lindsell Street.
k) Replace part of the Pay & Display 4 Hours No Return 2 Hours Mon-Sat 9am-5pm and Sun 9am-6pm with No waiting at any time restrictions on Royal Place, south-west side, from a point 7.2 metres south-east of its junction with Royal Hill for 1.9 metres in a south easterly direction.
l) ‘N1 permits’ may be issued to Permit Holders by the Council at their discretion, to allow any vehicle authorised by the Council who have registered their vehicle for an exemption to the prohibition of motor vehicles and Bus gate introduced in this Order on the list maintained by the Council and have been issued an N1 permit at the discretion of the Council. The individuals who can apply for an N1 permit authorised by the Council for a vehicle include:
i) a resident of the Royal Borough of Greenwich who is a disabled person’s badge holder or an organisation that qualifies for a disabled person’s badge for a maximum of two Vehicles

ii) if a person who is a resident of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, not being a disabled person’s badge holder, that the Council is satisfied has a chronic health condition the effect of which is that sitting in a car on a longer journey; causes additional distress, or a person travelling with a child with such a health condition, subject to applying to the Council for review and providing the details as set out in the application process
iii) a professional carer whose ability to help the person they care for is materially impacted by a neighbourhood management scheme
iv) an organisation a principal purpose or function of which is to transport disabled people or people with access needs
v) School Bus
vi) Any vehicle authorised by the Council who have registered their vehicle for an exemption on the list maintained by the council at the Councils discretion
3. Copies of the proposed Orders, the statement of reasons for proposing to make the Orders and plans showing the proposals, along with a copy of the Consolidation Orders can be inspected during normal office hours on Monday to Fridays inclusive at the Woolwich Centre Library, The Woolwich Centre, 35 Wellington Street, London SE18 6HQ.
4. Further information may be obtained from Technical Support Team , FAO Programme Delivery Team - Transport, 3rd Floor, The Woolwich Centre, SE18 6HQ or email to Traffic.Management@royalgreenwich.gov.uk (quoting reference WEG 25-10).
5. Any person who wishes to object to or make other representations about the proposed Orders, should send a statement in writing by 7th January 2026, specifying the grounds on which any objection is made by email to Traffic.Management@royalgreenwich.gov.uk (quoting reference WEG 25-12).
6. Persons objecting to the proposed Orders should be aware that in view of current access to information legislation, this Council would be legally obliged to make any comments received in response to this notice, open to public inspection and all data will be handled according to GDPR regulations.

Director of Communities, Environment and Central Royal Borough of Greenwich
Dated 3rd December 2025


White Ribbon Day took place on 25 November and is followed by the 16 Days of Action. This global movement calls for more action to prevent and end male violence against women and girls by challenging the barriers that undermine women’s power.
The Royal Borough of Greenwich re-launched its Women’s Safety Charter, with Woolwich Service Users Project (WSUP) becoming the first organisation to sign up and receive its pledge.
The charter encourages local businesses, organisations and individuals to show their zero-tolerance approach to sexual harassment and to send a clear message that the safety of all women and girls in the borough is a priority.
By signing up to the pledge businesses receive advice from council officers on sexual harassment, the opportunity to do Welfare and Vulnerability Engagement (WAVE) training, copies of the pledge to display in their business and posters to raise awareness of sexual harassment, coercive control and drink spiking and ongoing support from the council.
There is also a version of the Women’s Safety Charter for individuals to sign. Find out more at royalgreenwich.gov.uk/womens-safetycharter
If you need support
In an emergency, always call 999
Greenwich Domestic Violence and Abuse Services
Get help if you are suffering from domestic abuse by calling the free helpline 020 8317 8273 or info_gdva@h4w.co.uk gdva.org.uk
National domestic abuse helpline
Call the free 24-hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline 0808 2000 247. Nationaldahelpline.org.uk
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is a White Ribbon accredited organisation, meaning that we promise to never use, excuse or remain silent about men’s violence against women. You can make the promise too by visiting whiteribbon.org.uk
The council wants to help as many people as it can. To do this, staff should be met with the same kindness they show when doing their jobs. Help us, help you.
The council will be taking action against members of the public who display violent or abusive behaviour, whether it’s:
• Reporting to the police

• Taking legal action, including tenancy enforcement
• Changing how you can access services.
Unacceptable behaviour is any instance which causes or threatens physical injury or distress to council staff. Whether it’s:
• Verbal or written aggression such as offensive language, swearing, unwanted or abusive remarks.
• Assault or attempted assault on others, including members of an individual’s family.
• Brandishing of objects, weapons or threats of risk or injury to staff, service users or visitors.
• Antisocial behaviour such as stalking, invasion of personal space, offensive gestures, spitting, alcohol or drug-fuelled abuse.
Read the Zero Tolerance Charter: royalgreenwich.gov.uk/zero-tolerance
Get on the list
First, you’ve got to be on the housing waiting list to join the scheme. If you’re not, register an application online at royalgreenwich.gov.uk/homes
Find your applicant number
It will be on the letter you’ve already had from the Royal Borough of Greenwich about the new scheme. You’ll need that number and the reference number of the property you’re after, which will be on the advert.
Pick out your ideal property by looking in Greenwich Info or regularly checking the website: royalgreenwich. gov.uk/homes. Click on your preference on the website. If you don’t have a computer, you can always use one for free at either The Eltham or Woolwich Centre or a local library.
Apply in one of three ways
• Text bidding is now available and the number to use is 07786207913. For further information please see page 2, or
• Via the Royal Borough of Greenwich’s website royalgreenwich.gov.uk/ homes or
• Phone the 24-hour hotline 020 8921 4340. It’s an automatic push-button system and calls will be charged at the normal local rate.
If you would like to bid by text, please use the following Text Bidding Number: 0778 620 7913 and type: CBL, the property reference number and your applicant number.
The property reference will be on the advert and your applicant number is on the letter we sent to you when you registered for housing. A successful bid will look like this: CBL 179104 12191
You will need to do a separate text for each property you wish to bid for and the text is charged at your mobile provider’s standard rate. You will receive a text response to confirm your bid within 5 minutes.
If you are unable to bid for advertised properties and have no one that can do so for you please contact the Allocations team on 020 8921 2941 and we will help you with bidding or will bid on your behalf. If you are in temporary accommodation, then please contact your Temporary Accommodation Officer for help with this.
Please be aware that users must now enter the date of birth of the main applicant when logging into this site. royalgreenwich.gov.uk/homes









People on the Housing register are able to bid for all properties, regardless of their banding. You must be eligible for the size of property and bids will be considered in the following order: First Band A, followed by Band B1/B2 both in priority date order. Those in Band C will then be considered in registration date order. Please note that there will still be some properties with age restrictions so only people of this age group can apply for these.



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A
is for applicants in unsatisfactory housing, including people moving due to demolition and those under occupying their homes.
B1 or B2 is for applicants the Royal Borough of Greenwich must prioritise according to the law, particularly homeless people, and others with an urgent need to move for medical or welfare reasons.
C is for all applicants on the housing register, including those that are in priority bands A and B1/B2.
This scheme offers one and two bedroom flats and bungalows on the Coast and in the countryside, in the South East and West of England. In order to be considered you must be:
• A Council or Housing Association tenant
• At least 55 years old. If you intend to add a household member under the age of 55 they must be either your spouse, current joint tenant, registered carer or dependent adult child.
Your removal costs will be met if you are a Council tenant and you do move to a Seaside and Country home.
To register, or find out more about the scheme, contact the Access and Allocation section on: 020 8921 2941
If you are a Housing Association tenant you need to contact your landlord to register. Further information is available from the scheme management organisation at housingmoves.org
The next printed edition of Greenwich Homes will be available on 17 December 2025 at midday. The closing date for all applications for this issue is midnight on 7 December 2025
ALL households can bid for all types of property subject to meeting the bedroom size and any medical requirements.
If your property is now too big for you, you can apply for the Small is Beautiful scheme.
To be eligible, your current property must:
• be a council or housing association property
• have 2, 3, 4 or 5 bedrooms
• be in the Royal Borough of Greenwich
The scheme can help you move to a smaller home that better meets your needs. We can then use your property to help another family who need it. For example, those in an overcrowded property or who are homeless.
We’ll help you with costs and finding a new home that better meets your needs.
Financial benefits
We’ll pay:
• £1,000 for each spare room you give up
• an extra £500 if you downsize by mutual exchange
• your moving costs
• your disturbance costs, for example, for packing, disconnecting and reconnecting your appliances
Priority to find a new home
We’ll put your household in the highest priority band on the housing register so you can find a new home as soon as possible.
An Under Occupation Adviser will support you throughout the downsizing process.
Extra support for households with adult children
If you have non-dependant adult children living with you, we can offer them their own flat, if we can get a bedroom back. This means you and your adult child will each get a one-bedroom flat.
Extra support for older tenants
If you’re Pension Credit age you can downsize to a home with one extra bedroom to allow for caring or support needs.
We can visit you and support you with everything you need to downsize.
CAN
You can apply if you’re under-occupying your home by at least one bedroom.
When we decide if a tenant is under-occupying, we count a second living room (or parlour) as a bedroom.
APPLY
Email: Housing-Allocations-Downsizi@ royalgreenwich.gov.uk
If you’re 55 or over, you could also consider moving to the seaside or countryside.
This could be for you if you’re:
• in poor health
• struggling to cope in your current home
• keen to move nearer to friends, family or amenities
You can also contact us if you know other tenants who might benefit from this scheme.
Find out about moving to the seaside or country.
Greenwich Council (in foyer)
6 Mitre Passage, Greenwich Peninsula, London SE10 0ER
Greenwich Theatre
Crooms Hill, London SE10 8ES
West Greenwich House
141 Greenwich High Road London SE10 8JA
West Greenwich Library
146 Greenwich High Road, London SE10 8NN
Royal Standard
67 Pelton Road, London SE10 9AH
Forum@Greenwich
Trafalgar Road, London SE10 9EQ
Greenwich University
Cooper Building, Students Union, King William Walk, London SE10 9JH
Greenwich Communications Centre
164 Trafalgar Road Greenwich, London SE10 9TZ
Maze Hill Station
Tom Smith Close, London SE10 9XG
Blackheath Library
Old Dover Road, Blackheath SE3 7BT
Westcombe Park Station
Station Crescent, Westcombe Park, London SE3 7EQ
Blackheath Newbridge Working Mens Club
22 Charlton Road, Blackheath SE3 7HG
Waitrose
Dreadnought Wharf, Victoria Parade, 1 Thames Street, Greenwich, London SE10 9FR
Greenwich Square Health Centre
12 Lambarde Square SE10 9GB
Woodland Surgery
Woodland Walk SE10 9UB
Vanbrugh Dental Centre Vanbrugh Hill SE10 9HQ
Greenwich Launderette 174 Trafalgar Road SE10 9TZ
Slade Library
Erindale SE18 2QQ
Woolwich Community Centre
Leslie Smith Square SE18 4DW
Queen Elizabeth Hospital Station Road, London SE18 4QH
Clockhouse Community Centre
Defiance Walk, Woolwich Dockyard Estate SE18 5QL
Waterfront Leisure Centre
Woolwich High Street SE18 6DL
McDonald’s
56-58 Powis Street SE18 6LQ
Greenwich University 54-58 Powis Street SE18 6NL
Woolwich Centre
35 Wellington Street SE18 6PW
Post Room Woolwich Service Centre
Wellington Street SE18 6PW
Town Hall
Wellington Street SE18 6PW
Woolwich Centre Library 21 Love Lane SE18 6QT
Brookhill Children’s Centre
130 Brookhill Road SE18 6UZ
Charlton Athletic Football Club
Reception The Valley, Floyd Road SE7 8BL
Time Court
Woodland Terrace SE7 8DD
Charlton Library
Charlton House, Charlton Road SE7 8RE
Gllab Work and Learn Centre
Old library Calderwood Street SE18 6QW
The Point
47 Woolwich New Road, SE18 6EW
Smile With Pride Dental Care Ltd 81A Powis Street SE18 6JB
Equitable House
General Gordon Place SE18 6AB
St.Marks Medical Centre 24 Wrottesley Road SE18 3EP
Plumstead Library
Plumstead High Street SE18 1JL
Greenwich Community College 95 Plumstead Road SE18 7DQ
Glyndon Community Centre 75 Raglan Road SE18 7LB
Abbey Wood Community Group 4 Knee Hill, SE2 0YS
Abbey Wood Library
Eynsham Drive SE2 9PT
Thamesmead Leisure Centre
Thamesmere Drive SE28 8RE
Gallions Housing Association 90 Titmuss Avenue SE28 8HL
Conway Medical Centre
44 Conway Road SE18 1AH
Basildon Road Surgery
111 Basildon Road SE2 0ER
Heronsgate Medical Centre
Goosander Way SE28 0ER
Middle Park Community Centre
150 Middle Park Avenue SE9 5SD
Vista Childrens Centre
Middle Park Avenue SE9 5SD
City Point Concierge Suite
Campbell Court, Meadowside, Kidbrooke SE3 9XT
Kidbrooke Dental Centre
Telemann Square SE3 9YR
Briset Corner Surgery 591 Westhorne Avenue SE9 6JX
Eltham Centre & Eltham Library
2 Archery Road SE9 1HA
Cold Harbour Library
Wiliam Barefoot Drive SE9 3AY
Cold Harbour Leisure Centre
Chapel Farm Road SE9 3LX
New Eltham Library
Southwood Road SE9 3QT
Eltham Community Hospital
30 Passey Place SE9 5DQ
52 Well Hall Road
52 Well Hall Road SE9 6SH