Welcome home!
New council tenants of Greenwich Millennium Village joined the Leader of the council and local ward councillors at a special event recently to welcome them to their new homes.
The event provided tenants with essential support and introduced new neighbours to their ward councillors.
Last year the council bought 100 one, two and three-bedroom flats at Greenwich Millennium Village with its own funds and a grant from the Greater London Authority to let to people on the housing register.
Leader of the Council, Councillor Anthony Okereke and Greenwich Peninsula ward councillors, Councillor Denise ScottMcDonald, Councillor Nick Williams and Councillor David Gardner, met tenants at the event and spoke to them about the support on offer from the council.
Councillor Anthony Okereke, Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, said:
“We’re delighted that 100 households who were previously on our housing register, most of whom are families with children, are now settling in, enjoying their homes and helping to forge a new community on the Peninsula.
“That is more than 300 people who were in difficult housing situations who are now living in high quality, permanent council homes.
“We’re dedicated to making sure our homes are safe and secure, and with the support of our council and partner services we will be there to help and support them throughout their tenancies.
“Whether it’s buying or building, we’re delivering new housing for people who really need it in Royal Greenwich.”
Read more at royalgreenwich.gov.uk/ tenants-welcome-gmv
To see what support is available to help you find a home visit royalgreenwich.gov.uk/ housing-support-finder
Eliza Frost
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HERbal Health workshop
Join Herbal Hackney for a bespoke workshop to mark Women’s History Month at the National Maritime Museum. The event will explore some of the interwoven threads between women, plants and health through history and across different cultures.
Through memories, stories and recipes, you will discover the healing properties of a range of plants, from growing herbs and cooking to making remedies – discussing how plants can be enjoyed and celebrated in many different forms. Enjoy an evening of delving into the world of aromatherapy and how to make simple products to enjoy at home.
Date: Wednesday 12 March 2025, 6:30pm
Tickets: Adult £7, Members £5
National Maritime Museum, Romney Road, SE10 9NF www.rmg.co.uk/whats-on/national-maritime-museum/ herbs-health
Pick of the Week
The Museum of Marvellous Things
Welcome to The Museum of Marvellous Things, where the impossible can happen…
Discover stars in jars, catch moons like balloons, dance with Doo-Dahs in cages, sing with Noo-Nahs on stages, because this is a museum like no other – it’s made from the magic of your imagination – and you get to
bring it alive.
With giant puppets, magical effects, interactive storytelling, live original music and a chance to make your own special puppet, enjoy this fun-filled family show at Tramshed, based on the picture book by Kristina Stephenson, creator of Sir Charlie Stinky Socks.
Meet serious Norbert Norris and wild Tilly T. Pott as they give you a sneak peek inside their amazing museum
Free Open Sessions: CDJ & Vinyl
Bring your own records to play and practice at this AAJA drop-in evening – a space where music is appreciated, community is created and mistakes are encouraged.
If you don’t have records, no need to worry, the facilitator will have records for you to play. The bar will also be open for you to enjoy a drink as you take to the decks.
Guarantee your place by purchasing a £5 ticket, which will be refunded on attendance of the session. This is your chance to experiment or test out your latest set, and have some fun.
Dates: Every Tuesday
Tickets: £5, refundable on attendance AAJA, Comet Place, SE8 4EP www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ free-open-sessions-cdj-vinyltickets-1125534797879
Celebrating George Michael
Your Father Figure, or Somebody to Love – celebrate George Michael at this special event at Bromley Theatre featuring Steve Mitchell. The show focuses on the more mature and seasoned style of George brought by performances such as the 1996 “MTV UNPLUGGED” from the Three Mills studio in London.
As well as all of George’s best and most well-known hits, Steve and his hand-picked band also perform some of Wham’s classics, making it a very special show for all George Michael fans.
Dave West, who played bass with George and Andrew on the very first recordings of Wham Rap! and Careless Whisper, will also be joining Steve and the band.
and ask you to fill it with magic. Recommended for children aged 3-8 years and their adults.
Date: Saturday 15 February 2025, 11am and 2pm
Tickets: £6-£18
Tramshed, 51-53 Woolwich New Road, SE18 6ES www.tramshed.org/the-museum-ofmarvelous-things
Organ Concert at the Chapel
Experience the first playing of the Chapel of St Peter and St Paul organ since its restoration.
Silent since 2020, the 235-year-old organ has undergone an overhaul. Originally installed in 1789 by Samuel Green, the King’s organ-maker, the organ is thought to be the largest of Green’s still in its original position and is widely recognised by musicologists and historians for its historical significance.
Music will be provided by the Chapel choir of Trinity Laban, accompanied by Jonathan Eyre as the organist and Alexander Knight as guest organist.
The Queen Mary Undercroft bar will be open during intermission, with drinks available for purchase.
Date: Saturday 1 March 2025, 6pm
Tickets: £10 to £40 Chapel of St Peter & St Paul, Old Royal Naval College, SE10 9NN ornc.org/whats-on/organ-restoration-celebrationconcert
Date: Saturday 8 March 2025, 7:30pm Ticket: £28.50
Broadway Theatre, Rushey Green, SE6 4RU www.broadwaytheatre.org.uk/events/ celebrating-george-michael
Country to Country 2025
The O2 welcomes the return of the three-day festival Country to Country this March.
As a staple in the festival calendar, the event brings country music to the masses. This year, the headliners have been announced as Lainey Wilson, Dierks Bentley and Cody Johnson. Expect a weekend of the best in country music, featuring performances from the world’s best country stars as well as emerging talent from Nashville, the UK and Europe.
With more acts to be announced, it’s time to tip your cowboy hat and adorn your boots for a good ol’ line dance.
Dates: Friday 14 March to Sunday 16 March 2025
Tickets: Prices vary – day and weekend tickets available
The O2, Peninsula Square, SE10 0DX www.theo2.co.uk/events/detail/c2ccountry-to-country-2025
Greeko launches at Canteen Food Hall & Bar
Bringing the flavours of Greece to Greenwich, you can enjoy an exclusive 25% off gyros from 17-21 February
Greeko is coming to Greenwich’s Canteen Food Hall & Bar from Saturday 15 February.
Inspired by Greek cuisine, with a focus on street food, Greeko is the latest concept from the Guasa Group.
David Gutierrez, founder and director at Greeko, says the menu will offer marinated meats, vegetarian and vegan fillings, as well as fresh and colourful veggies with creamy and tangy homemade sauces.
“It’s a perfect addition to the global flavours at Canteen and we’re excited to welcome Greenwich locals and domestic tourists,” he adds.
Fuelled by the rising demand for Greek cuisine, Greeko aims to bring genuine
Mediterranean flavours and vibrant, high-quality dishes to Canteen.
Whether a culinary explorer or seasoned Greek food lover – of everything from hummus and tzatziki to gyros and kofta –prepare to go on a journey of taste sensations with Greeko.
And to celebrate the opening, Greeko is treating Weekender readers to an exclusive 25% discount on gyros from Monday 17 to Friday 21 February. Time to chow down!
Canteen Food Hall & Bar, 7 Soames Walk, SE10 0AX www.greenwichpeninsula. co.uk/canteen-food-hall
To celebrate the opening of Greeko at Canteen, Greeko is treating Weekender readers to an exclusive 25% discount on gyros from Monday 17 to Friday 21 February
Ahead of the opening, David Gutierrez, founder and director at Greeko, spoke exclusively to The Weekender about what to expect…
The Weekender: How does it feel to be opening Greeko at Canteen Food Hall & Bar?
David Gutierrez: I’m really excited to bring something fresh and vibrant to Canteen – something that not only stands out but also taps into a well-known and beloved cuisine.
Greek food, with its colourful ingredients, bold flavours and healthy options, has such a universal appeal, and I can’t wait to introduce it in a way that feels both exciting and familiar. What can diners expect?
Flavourful Greek street food with our modern twist – from gyros, lamb kofta and halloumi wrapped in warm pita, to a customisable Greek Box with a choice of protein, hummus, tzatziki and fresh veggies, there’s something for everyone.
The Greeko concept is designed to bring people together, so those looking for a Greek feast can also try the Sharing Hot Mezze or Sharing Cold Mezze Dip, offering a delicious
selection of Greek specialities.
Why are authentic flavours and highquality ingredients important to you?
Greeko was inspired by great produce and a unique fusion of flavours. Authentic flavours and high-quality ingredients are important because they bring out the true essence of a dish and cuisine.
The flavours become richer, and more satisfying, making each meal feel genuine and hearty. Using excellent quality ingredients helps to show how great Greek cuisine really is.
If you could recommend one dish on the menu, what would it be and why?
Skepasti is a stuffed crispy pita bread with creamy, tangy cheese, garlic and oregano chicken, mixed veggies and our signature pink garlic sauce.
We blend Gruyère and Edam cheese and add some of our chicken gyro filling to create a delicious and perfect combination. This simple but stunning dish reminds me of
how exciting cooking can be.
Why do you think the flavours of Greece are so popular?
Greek flavours are really popular in London thanks to the city’s dynamic and diverse food scene. Everybody loves exploring new cuisines and Greek is such a great one!
The mix of good-looking, fresh and colourful ingredients – like olive oil, veggies and spices – add to its popularity and please all kinds of tastebuds. Plus, Greek food is healthy and well-known, so it’s familiar yet exciting.
And what do you love about Greek dishes?
Greek dishes are full of versatile flavours, with fresh Mediterranean ingredients. The combination of savoury meats, cheeses and rich sauces creates a truly hearty experience – plus, the healthy options are plenty. Healthy, delicious and nourishing – who wouldn’t love it?
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David Gutierrez
Half term fun for the whole family
History Makers at Eltham Palace
Join characters from the past for heritageinspired hijinks and hands-on shenanigans at Eltham Palace and Gardens this half term.
Meet Anne and George Boleyn as you explore Anne’s rise at the Tudor Court. Have a go at courtly etiquette, fighting and dancing to make you stand out from the crowd. Will you be noticed by Queen Anne Boleyn?
Try your hand at medieval games and join Team Anne or Team George for some silly sibling rivalries.
Dates: Saturday 15 to Sunday 23 February 2025, 10am to 4pm
Tickets: Prices vary Eltham Palace and Gardens, Court Yard, Eltham, Greenwich, SE9 5NP www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/whats-on/ eltham-palace-half-term-history-makers2
Thumb Size Grimm: A Collection of Big Little Tales
Step into the thumb-sized world of the lesser-known of the Grimm Fairytales.
Using chants, rhythms, puppetry, repetition and song, Head to Head Sensory Theatre brings an enchanting fairytale duet of The Elves and the Shoemaker and Tom Thumb to Charlton House.
Each classic story will be brought to life using Makaton signing and singing. Join in with fun sensory props so you can take part in this performance filled with delightful immersive moments for the whole family.
This session is suitable for all young people, including those with visual, hearing or sensory impairments, autism, PMLD and SLD.
Date: Monday 17 February 2025, 11:30am and 2pm
Tickets: £8, one free carer ticket available per person Charlton House, Charlton Road, SE7 8RE www.greenwichheritage.org/ events/thumb-sized-grimm
Family fun at the National Maritime Museum
Come along to the National Maritime Museum this February half term, where it is putting on a range of fun, creative events for families inspired by LGBTQ+ History Month.
From storytelling and singing workshops to maritime crafts and marvellous history, there’s something for all ages.
All sessions are free with no need to book in advance. The full programme features drag aerobics, a maritime-inspired aerobics class that will see you twist, turn and shimmy with Dolly Trolley, plus a make your own merfolk workshop and lots more.
Dates: Saturday 15 to Sunday 23 February 2025, 11am to 4pm Tickets: Free
National Maritime Museum, Romney Road, SE10 9NF
www.rmg.co.uk/whats-on/nationalmaritime-museum/february-halfterm-national-maritime-museum
Become a pro sushi chef
Dive into the rice, roll your own hosomaki roll, chop, slice and sneak a taste – and discover the flavour of your very own homemade sushi as Sticks’n’Sushi invites you to Kids’n’Sushi.
The classes are suitable for ages 8-12 years of all ability levels and the session will have clear and thorough teaching, ensuring no one is left out.
Should your little one not be comfortable as part of a mixed group or may need assistance from a parent during the class, you can purchase an additional ticket so you can accompany and learn to make sushi rolls together.
Dates: Sunday 23 February 2025, 10am
Tickets: From £40 1 Nelson Road, SE10 9JB www.sticksnsushi.com/gb/en/events-london
A tribute to Ms Rachel
Do your little ones love Ms Rachel? Well, the UK’s premier tribute is coming to Woolwich Works this February.
The show will bring Ms Rachels’ character to life in a fun and interactive live stage performance, with lots of audience participation for the little ones.
‘Fun for Little Ones’ encapsulates the bubbly personality, sweet singing voice and educational content of Ms Rachel.
The production also includes interactive screen content throughout plus
puppetry, characters and voices on screen with Monty and friends.
Date: Friday 21 February 2025, 12pm
Tickets: £15, under 6 months go free The Fireworks Factory, 11 No 1 Street, Royal Arsenal, SE18 6HD www.woolwich.works/events/fun-forlittle-ones-a-tribute-to-ms-rachel
Fairy Tale Musical Mash Up
Author, performer and multi-instrumentalist Gareth P Jones presents a fun-filled show full of sing-along songs, super-fast rapping, funky ukulele and interactive storytelling at the Deptford Lounge this half term.
The show is aimed at children aged 5-10 and sees a fresh take on classic
Kids n Sushi
fairytales, packed with jokes, actions and messages of empowerment.
Get down with disco-dancing gorilla CinderGorilla, strut with Snowy White and the cat-walk cats of Purry Tale Lane, and let down your ears with the long-eared rabbit Rabunzel.
With his assortment of instruments and his trusty loop pedal, Gareth P Jones takes
you on a musical journey featuring hip-hop, disco, electronica, rock and pop, while bringing these animal fairy stories to life.
Date: Friday 21 February 2025, 11am
Tickets: Pay-What-You-Decide Deptford Lounge, 9 Giffin, Street, Deptford SE8 4RJ deptfordlounge.org.uk/whats-on/ event/fairy-tale-musical-mash-up
National Maritime Museum
Boys from the Blackstuff comes to Churchill Theatre this February
Playwrights Alan Bleasdale and James Graham take us to ’80s Liverpool with a show that is ‘all about community’
It’s been a long time coming. Ever since Yosser Hughes strode onto the screen in 1982 and into television drama history, with his brilliant, heartbreaking catchphrase “Gizza job”, people have been urging Alan Bleasdale to bring Boys from the Blackstuff to the stage. But somehow it never happened, writes Sarah Hemming..
“Kevin Fearon at the Liverpool Royal Court Theatre used to ask me every year,” recalls the Liverpudlian playwright, laughing.
“And I’d always say, ‘I can’t do it.’”
Broadcast on the BBC, Blackstuff became an instant classic: the story of desperate, unemployed Liverpudlian tarmac-layers seemed to speak for a nation where three million were jobless. It felt both urgent and timeless, its vivid, witty characters surely perfect for the stage.
But Bleasdale couldn’t see a way to wrangle five episodes of screen drama into a tight-knit stage play – until 2018. That’s when director Kate Wasserberg had the super-smart idea of pairing Bleasdale with James Graham, author of television drama Sherwood and multiple award-winning political stage plays.
All three met in a Chinese restaurant in Liverpool. “Kate introduced us and then I think she went to the bathroom for a deliberately long amount of time so we could chat on our own,” says Graham.
It worked. He and Bleasdale instantly hit it off. Talking to them now, the affinity is palpable – as is the mutual affection and respect. (Graham says Sherwood was hugely influenced by Bleasdale’s work). The result is a cracking two-hour stage play that keeps all the wit, honesty and pathos of the original, but reshapes it for stage.
“I genuinely think of Alan as the Scouse
Arthur Miller,” says Graham. “I think of these characters as having a scale to Arthur Miller’s Willy Loman in Death of a Salesman. And coming from a similar background to Alan [Graham grew up in a mining community in Nottinghamshire], it’s very important to me that these working-class men and women are eloquent, that they observe the world and express it with wit and pain and beauty and poetry.”
Bleasdale says that Graham was able to bring an outsider’s eye to the original and see a way of refocusing it for stage. At the heart is Yosser, who’s already lost his job and his wife and is terrified of losing his kids. He has some of the drama’s funniest lines, but his spiral towards breakdown is also desperately moving.
For Bleasdale, Yosser was critical: “He had to take the show and carry it on his back. But, for me, the people he was carrying on his back were equally important.”
“Everyone remembers Yosser Hughes,” agrees Graham. “And why wouldn’t you? He’s one of the most iconic characters on British television in the 20th century. But we both understood that we need Chrissie’s story, too. So onstage he actually gets offered a job that he just can’t bear to take because
he thinks it’s a betrayal of his values.”
Many people remember Blackstuff as a scathing critique of Thatcherism. In fact, Bleasdale started writing it in the 1970s: he could see the way the wind was blowing. By the time it was broadcast, he’d been proved right.
“If you walked the streets of Liverpool, you knew what was going to happen,” he says. “And I think if it had gone out in 1977 or 1978 it would not have had the impact that it did in 1982, when there were millions of people all over the country in a terrible state.”
Forty years on, it shouldn’t feel relevant. But while some things have changed, what’s shocking is how true it feels. The play remains very funny, but it still hits home for a society where people struggle with economic hardship, crumbling public services, precarious employment and the scourge of in-work poverty.
Some specifics may have changed then, but the human cost has not. For Graham, that’s what makes the play so powerful for today: it doesn’t preach politics, it just draws a group of ordinary people, who are articulate, funny and real, and shows the impact of not feeling valued. He points to Dixie, working
as a security guard at the docks.
“I think what Dixie represents is what happens to the dignity of men when their pride is taken away from them,” he says. “In the communities we grew up in, we were told that work defines you. And if the system demands that of you, but then the same system won’t allow you to work, what does that do to your dignity? What does that do to your sense of identity? It breaks my heart to watch Dixie’s decline.”
The play has now been shown in the West End and at the National Theatre. But for both Bleasdale and Graham, it really matters that it is seen in cities and towns all around the country.
In every place, it will feel slightly different. That, says Graham, is one of the key differences between watching it onscreen and onstage.
“You’re surrounded by 1,000 people from your own community,” he says.
“You’re laughing together. And this show is all about community.”
Dates: Tuesday 18 to Saturday 22 February 2025 . Tickets: £23 to £49 Churchill Theatre, High Street, Bromley, BR1 1HA
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The growth of co-operatives and mutuals in Greenwich
In order to look at the growth of co-operative and other mutual organisations in what is now the Royal Borough of Greenwich we need to start with a very quick look at the historical background. This part of Kentish Thameside had huge industrial sites by the 17th century when the Royal Dockyards in Deptford and Woolwich, along with the Royal Palace in Greenwich, employed many, many people in the service of the state...
In this area a skilled workforce in state owned industries were well aware of the advantages of collective action. This increased in the 19th century with the military establishment in Woolwich and the vast industrial site of the Royal Arsenal - the largest and most diverse factory ever in Europe. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries private industries opened here using Arsenal trained engineers in skilled jobs – and workers with aspirations for better lives in a better world. In the mid-19th century many of these workers were involved in – for instance - the temperance movement and heard a message of how, by founding their own organisations , they could take control of their lives.
In the mid 18th century a number of mutual businesses were set up by workers hoping to improve the quality and price of food and other household items on offer locally. I wrote a detailed
article about this here a few weeks ago. In Deptford a butchery business was opened by Dockyard workers and in 1758 in Woolwich, as in Chatham, a mill was set up to support a bakery business. These were owned by groups of shipwrights or ‘artificers’ in the Royal dockyards and were successful in bringing down prices. The Woolwich Mill and bakery survived for 80 years and supplied bread commercially to military establishments, as well as to local people. It stood near the side road still called ‘Mill Close’ today. The Royal Dockyard closed in 1869; and a suggestion was made by a future leading co-operator that it might be saved by becoming ‘co-operative shipbuilding’.
In Woolwich several organisations were set up with a mutual structure, particularly for financial or insurance purposes. Most are not entirely relevant to a history of co-operation locally
but it should be noted that the best known of these institutions was the Woolwich Equitable Building Society of 1847 and described in the Survey of London as ‘an important staging post in the history of mutualists enterprise in Woolwich, and a seed that grew to spread the name of Woolwich nationally’.
Alexander Mcleod came from a poor background in Scotland where he had served an apprenticeship in engineering and came south in the 1850s to find work in the Royal Arsenal. Today his statue still stands above the main door of the shop he founded in Powis Street, Woolwich. As a member of the Amalgamated Society of Engineers he was at a meeting where the subject of Co-operation in trade was raised. A special meeting was called for November 7th 1868, at which the Royal Arsenal Supply Association was founded with just twenty members. This was the beginning of the mighty Royal Arsenal Co-operative Society.
The first cooperative ‘shops’ were stores in the homes of leading members - McLeod was secretary to the organisation and in 1869 the first store was in a room below his home at Parry Place on the Plumstead borders. In 1871 they set up the Royal Arsenal Co-operative Society Limited and adopted the ‘Rochdale model’ for a retail co-operative with profit-sharing through dividends. Two years later, when they took on their first employee, it was decided to pay a profit sharing bonus on staff wages. This idea was unique in retail co operatives and I am reminded of the contemporary local profit sharing scheme at South Met. Gas which lasted until nationalisation in 1946. The RACS scheme lasted
until the 1980s merger with CWS.
In the early 1870s they took on a proper shop at a site in Powis Street. Survey of London comments that this was ‘away from the main shopping district - typically for a co operative’. It was at the western ‘Greenwich’ end of Powis Street and the start of what became a complex of RACS owned buildings there. At first it opened for just four evenings a week and McLeod became full-time manager.
Within ten years RACS had 1,597 members, many of them skilled workers looking for a respectable shop with a high standard of goods at affordable prices. Starting with groceries they soon added a draper, a boot maker and a tailor and, eventually, much, much more.
These Powis Street properties expanded and became RACS main stores. McLleod’s statue remains on a building now, sadly, a Travel Lodge. There is not the space here to describe this central Woolwich complex of shops, but it is included in great detail in the Woolwich volume of Survey of London.
By the 1880s the Powis Street shop included a butcher and the beginnings of the network of milk rounds. Then a tea room was added and at the back more stables and a purpose built bakery. Central Stores were opened in 1903, when RACS had a membership of 21,788 and was the largest co-op in London. At the opening ceremony a crowd of some 5,000 heard a speech from newly elected Labour MP, Will Crooks, followed by a procession round Woolwich which included the Society’s 130 horses and 86 vehicles plus military bands.
At the same time the Society opened numerous smaller shops around the area – a network which would eventually cover most of Kent and Surrey. Initially however sites were in Plumstead. Erith, Charlton – and most notably in 1900 at The Links on Plumstead Common. There were eventually hundreds of shops and branches; all with their own histories.
RACS was not alone in South London in its popularity and expansion. In the 1890s a Co-operative Festival was held in Crystal Palace as part of Blackheath resident, Edward Owen Greening’s, ‘One and All’ movement. 34,800 people are said to have attended and over 100 co-operative societies were there with half a mile of exhibition tables. There were speeches from London trade unionists - Ben Tillet and Tom Mann and there was a grand concert with 6,000 singers and a new Labour song specially composed for the day – although the Co-op movement, including RACS at this stage, was not Party political. The Festival was an expression of what working people could aspire to and achieve - “what do we want? ... good music ... the love of flowers ... the appreciation of the domestic arts . ... the practice of athletics ... the desire for culture ... association in employment.”
The RACS Board of Management was known as the ‘General Committee’ with nine, initially unpaid, members. They managed the day-to-day business of the Society, but major decisions of policy needed to be agreed at a general meeting of members.
From the start RACS promoted ‘culture’ and ‘association’. The earliest facilities at the Powis Street store included a
Mary Mills
Workers at the Abbey Woods Jam factory
reading room and a library - this was the earliest library in Woolwich, and others were set up in or near stores in the coming years. In 1901 the Powis Street library moved into a converted Baptist Chapel in Parsons Hill which became the Co-operative Institute and Education Centre. The building was demolished when John Wilson Street was rebuilt as part of the South Circular Road and the Education Centre moved to Park Vista in Greenwich. I remember the Co-op library there myself in the 1970s and thought it was somewhere I was perfectly prepared to settle into and study.
Edward Greening’s ‘One and All’ movement, mentioned above, was all about healthy living, self sufficiency, allotments, growing your own food. As RACS expanded they bought up a number of farms and areas where members could grow their own vegetables or where their shops could sell fresh local grown produce. One result of this, still with us today, is, now community run, Woodlands Farm on Shooters Hill originally purchased by RACS in 1920. Although, I’m afraid one service they provided was for customers to pick the piglet which would be slaughtered for them at Christmas! By 1937 there was an abbatoir at the north end of the farm, which was said in the 1970s to have the fastest beef gang in Europe – and – well, we perhaps should draw a veil over the shocking events of July 1987. The Woodlands Farm Trust does a good job and hopefully will continue to do so (and thank you, Maggie, for recent presents of their excellent local honey and apple juice).
Some of the farm land purchased by RACS was used for housing development - most notably on the Abbey Wood ‘Co-op’ Estate, aimed at respectable and well paid Arsenal workers. Here street names reflected Co-operative values and the movement’s heroes – McLeod, Federation, Greening and several more. One unique feature was the excavation of extensive underground mine workings for chalk to provide building materials. The miners’ canteen survived to become the reception area for what is now the Abbey Wood camp and caravan site.
Later, in 1925, RACS took over and
managed the architecturally exceptional Eltham Well Hall Estate, built by the Government in the Great War to house munitions workers. RACS added community facilities, in particular Progress Hall and retained the estate until it was sold to Hyde Housing in 1985.
As RACS grew and expanded they began to take over smaller local co-ops. The earliest was probably in 1905 when they took over East Greenwich Co-operative Society which operated a single shop in Woolwich Road, later used by the Co-op funeral service. Once taken over by RACS they soon announced greatly increased turnover in the shop. In the 1960s this process of takeovers was accelerated and many Co-operative Societies were taken over by RACS from as far from Woolwich as Woking, Sheerness and Slough. I well remember when they took over Gravesend Co-op in 1968 with its 20 shops. However, there is no mention in the RACS account of Gravesend Co-op Hall where I saw George Melly, or indeed of Gravesend Education Department, where I met Harold Wilson.
The Great War led to the introduction of sugar rationing – ironic since the Co-op Jam factory was opened in Abbey Wood in 1916. It survived to be bombed in the Second World War and provided valuable employment for local women. On 7th November 1918 – just four days before the end of the war - RACS had celebrated its 50th anniversary with a Jubilee Concert. Sales for 1919 were well over £2.5 million and membership was 68,500. They looked forward to a prosperous peace.
A memorial to those employees who had died in the Great War was installed in the Powis Street Head Office. In 1918 as part of the peacetime future RACS purchased Shornells – a huge house in woodland off Bostall Hill in Abbey Wood. They intended it to be used it as an education centre and a hostel for students. The first weekend school there featured lectures by playwright, George Bernard Shaw, and economist, G.D.H.Cole. – plus 30 year old Joe Reeves, future Greenwich MP, who had just been appointed as RACS Educational Secretary.
By 1985 and the merger with CWS
Shornells was in a bad state, subject to vandalism and fires. It was sold for £1 to a local project for a Greenwich hospice and remains in this use today.
In 1921 RACS established their Political Purposes Committee, which involved direct affiliation to the Labour Party, locally, regionally and nationally. The early co-ops had been set up at a time when political allegiances were changing, with new ideas and new politics - the gradual rise of Labour and decline of the Liberals. Most co-ops did not identify too closely and recruited activists from many different political perspectives. The foundation of RACS Political Purposes Committee is a complicated story, as is its history up into the 1980s. I would very much recommend Rita Rhodes’ book ‘An Arsenal for Labour’ which follows the whole process through with more clarity than I ever could achieve.
Outside London the Co-op Party was active and dealt with politics and elections. In the RACS area nominees represented co-op interests on local Labour Party management committees and nationally RACS’s nominee had a place on Labour’s National Executive Committee. Since the demise of RACS in the 1980s a Co-op Party branch was set up in Greenwich and Woolwich and quickly built up a strong membership. Co-op delegates still attend Labour Party management meetings, and most Greenwich councillors are ‘Labour and Co-op”.
In 1926 RACS was involved in setting up the youth movement known as ‘the Woodcraft Folk’. This had originated outside the co-op as ‘Kibbo Kift’, which was set up to provide an alternative to the militarism of the Scouts and with an Advisory Council which included H. G. Wells, and Julian Huxley. Joe Reeves the RACS Education Department Secretary, was interested in the youth movement and RACS Society developed its own version called ‘The Woodcraft Folk’. It was to become a national organisation with 6000 members by 1938 –and by the 1980s over 15,000. It still appears to be going strong – see their web site – there is a group near you! The nearest to me is just up the road in Mycenae House.
and many others followed. I would be interested to know if other shoppers were like my mother, who just refused to use the wire baskets provided at Gravesend Coop’s Echo Square branch.
Self Service was the future in the modern world – there were also rental schemes for TV sets and fridges. Then at head office a computer to work out the dividends was installed, as well as an automatic telephone exchange.
RACS made it to their 100 year anniversary but by then felt out of date and old fashioned. The co-op as a body serving local working class interests has become too remote for the public to understand or relate to. I have heard various reasons given as to why RACS failed – did they over reach themselves with the super-store at Margate? Did replacing the ‘divi’ with stamps just make them seem identical to the commercial supermarkets opening around them. Although today round here Co-op online deliveries are more efficient than the big name stores and the grocery stores appear to be doing well.
In 1985 RACS gave up and became part of CWS.
Also In 1926 RACS bought freehold land, once part of the Woolwich Royal Dockyard from the Admiralty. They named it Commonwealth Buildings and by 1937 nearly 1,900 staff were employed there. They mainly handled grocery and provisions warehousing - bacon smoking, tea blending etc. There was also a pharmaceuticals laboratory, shoe repairs, clothing manufacture, general engineering, and motor maintenance, along with a garage and depot for transport. In 1929 a Co-operative Exhibition was held there attended by the Prince of Wales and over 200,000 members of the public. It was said that queues to get in were a mile long. It included “a model bungalow. the theatre of fashion, home cookery demonstrations, concerts, arts and crafts, cornet and hosiery making, working exhibits of machinery, sweet boiling, cigarette making, etc. Famous bands will provide music and Admission is Free.” The site was closed in 1985 and developed in the 1990s for housing. It is now King Henry’s Wharf.
When the Commonwealth building site was demolished, the original gateway and entrance buildings to what had been the Royal Dockyard remained with the address of ‘2 Commonwealth Buildings’. This was the Royal Dockyard’ Apprentice School and it still houses one last co operative business - the funeral services, now run by CWS. Another relic of Commonwealth Buildings is the prominent chimney on Woolwich Church Street. Although it was built as part of the Royal Dockyard it was used by the Co-op for their boiler systems. It also appears to be doing well, despite being disused.
In the years between the two World Wars the numbers of employees at RACS rose from 1,000 to 10,000, with 70 new shops opening in the 1930s – some of these shops were Post Offices. There was the start of a travel business with two charabancs for hire, and eventually purchase of hotels.
World War II came with much bomb damage. After the war, and most significantly, a group went to America to investigate a new way of shopping called ‘self service’. Soon a shop using this system was opened in Woolwich
If anyone is interested I still have two RACS membership packs – one with unclaimed divi on it. A couple of times I have rung up CWS to ask what I should do with them – but no one in Manchester had ever heard of RACS - after all it was in London where co-ops, like heavy industry, apparently never existed!
I have tried to cover here a few features of co-operatives in the borough of Royal Greenwich. Much of it about RACS - but there is so much I have missed out. One very important feature, for example, was their support for women in public life - and so much more.
There are several histories of RACS and what I have written here is very dependent on material collected by Ron Roffey. Ron was RACS’ last company secretary –and he collected a vast and interesting set of memorabilia which was housed on a whole floor of the Powis Street Department store.
When he had to leave there, the Council housed the collection in various depots, but eventually most of it had to go. I was also told that Rochdale museum wouldn’t take much of the vast archive of written records - if that isn’t true, please correct me.
But Co-operation in Greenwich is not dead, despite the demise of RACS. We still have co-op shops and Royal Greenwich is a ‘co-operative council (51 Labour-Co-op out of 60 majority members and 4 opposition). In the 1980s as Thatcher’s policies decimated Greenwich industry and jobs so the Councils looked to new ways of creating jobs.
In 1982 they set up Greenwich Employment Resource Unit which evolved into today’s’ Greenwich Co-operative Development Agency. Inevitably this organisation has had its ups and downs but it is very much still with us and currently achieving success after success – continuing to make the co-operative message count in Greenwich – and something we should all be proud of.
Chimney in Woolwich Church Street built for the dockycard but used by the co-op Shipwright’s mill Mill Lane Woolwich, mutually owned mill set up by shipwrights
Aerial shot of Co op buildings in Woolwich
Plaque on coop store in Bostall Lane, Plumstead
Arthur Skeffington MP the RACS representative on Labour Party National Executive Committee. (The young woman behind the stand is Mary Wright -me
ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) HARGOOD ROAD, BEGBIE ROAD & HERVEY ROAD
PLANNED PARKING RESTRICTION (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 The Royal Borough of Greenwich for the delivery of pre-built modular units for the new school development in Hargood Road.
2. The Order will come into operation on 24th February 2025 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 5 months. The duration of the Order can be extended with the approval of the Secretary of State for Transport the.
3. The effect of the Order would be to temporarily prohibit vehicles from parking or waiting (including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading), from;
3A. Outside number 12 Hargood Road to the junction of Wricklemarsh Road both sides of the road.
3B. In Begbie Road from the junction of Wricklemarsh Road to the junction on Hervey Road on the left side northbound.
3C. Outside 1 Begbie Road to the junction of Hervey Road
3D. in Hervey Road from outside 81 to 83 both sides of the Road.
4. The Order will only be in operation for the restriction of parking by advance notice with the day and times of restriction and traffic management. 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 19/12/24
INTERNAL REF: LA00000 FN709 / LIC NO :72457
ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH
ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - SECTION 14(1) OSBORN TERRACE 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 Thames Water who need to carry out repair works..
2. The Order will come into operation on 19 November 2024 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 2 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 Osborn Terrace at the junction with Lee Road
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 24 September 2024
INTERNAL REF - PL/ LA477739 FN702 /LIC No
ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1)
SIBTHORPE ROAD
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 who need to carry out repair works at this location.
2. The Order will come into operation on 22nd February 2025 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 2 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 parking or waiting (including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading), from outside and opposite 83 to 93.
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 29th January 2025
INTERNAL REF: LA482476 FN738 / LIC NO: 72696 ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) WESTMOOR STREET 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 Falcon Tower Crane Services Ltd who need to carry out mobile crane operations.
2. The Order will come into operation on 1st March 2025 with backup dates of 8th March 2025 and 15th March 2025 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 2 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 Westmoor Street between the junctions of Woolwich Road and Penhall Street. Additionally, radio controlled marshals will be stationed at both ends of the road closure to assist pedestrians and traffic during the operation.
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 10/2/2025
INTERNAL REF - EM/ FN 741 /LIC No 72736
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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: 12/02/2025
Victoria Geoghegan
Assistant Director - Planning and Building Control
List of Press Advertisements - 12/02/2025
Publicity for Planning Applications
Applicant: Ms Beatrice Omisakin Calford Seadon, on behalf of Housing for Woman limited 24/3942/F
Site Address: 99 MYCENAE ROAD, BLACKHEATH, LONDON, SE3 7SE
Development: Replacement and repairing of various doors, windows and rooflights across the building, and associated external works and repairs. (This application would impact the setting of a Grade II Listed Building and the Westcombe Park Conservation Area [modified description].)
Conservation Area: WESTCOMBE PARK
Applicant: Mr Bret Pasta Evangelists 24/4106/F
Site Address: COSTA COFFEE, 44-46 GREENWICH CHURCH STREET, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 9BL
Development: Painting of shopfront and associated external alterations.
Conservation Area: WEST GREENWICH
Applicant: Rebecca Hopewell 24/4123/HD
Site Address: 83 BLACKHEATH PARK, BLACKHEATH, LONDON, SE3 0EU
Development: Demolition of 4 existing outbuildings and construction of 2 outbuildings. The demolition of the existing side extensions on the two side elevations and the construction of new side extensions. Removal of a rooflight and a replacement of a rooflight. PV panels to be installed on the roof. Replacement of windows and block up the two existing windows at ground floor level. Insert of timber cladding to the external wall. Alternations and repositioning of the front door. Alterations to garden level and installation of staircase assess to the garden. And all associated external and internal works, and landscaping.
Conservation Area: BLACKHEATH PARK
Applicant: Mrs Annie Lund 24/4229/HD
Site Address: 5 COMBE AVENUE, BLACKHEATH, LONDON, SE3 7PZ
Development: Installation of windows & doors to front and rear of property and addition of a roof light & solar panels.
Conservation Area: BLACKHEATH
Applicant: Mr John Makin 25/0007/MA
Site Address: 72 BLACKHEATH PARK, BLACKHEATH, LONDON, SE3 0ET
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 26/04/2024 (Reference 24/0684/F) for 'Construction of a side infill extension, rear extension, creation of new front entrance, rear terrace, lowered ground floor & rear patio and associated works.' to allow for: Variation to Condition 2 (Drawings and Plans) including: Amendment to the width of ground floor rear extension. Amendment to sunken terrace arrangement Amendment to windows and doors to rear ground floor. Replacement of sliding door to window at first floor level. Amendment to front entrance arrangement Variation to Condition 3 (Materials) from a pre
commencement condition to a compliance condition associated with the newly proposed materials.
Conservation Area: BLACKHEATH PARK
Applicant: Envoy (Blackheath) Ltd 25/0044/F
Site Address: 14-15 STRATHEDEN PARADE, LONDON, SE3 7SX Development: Subdivision of Class E unit to create two (2) Class E units with installation of new shopfronts and associated works
Conservation Area: BLACKHEATH
Applicant: Mr & Mrs Carter
Site Address: 10 CHURCHFIELDS, LONDON, SE10 9JZ
25/0224/HD
Development: Construction of an side infill ground floor rear extension, a first floor outrigger extension together with associated alterations.
Conservation Area: WEST GREENWICH
Applicant: Keith Piper
25/0282/HD
Site Address: 32 SWINGATE LANE, PLUMSTEAD, LONDON, SE18 2HH Development: Construction of a ground floor wraparound extension, removal of shed, internal alterations and all associated works.
Conservation Area: PLUMSTEAD COMMON
Publicity for Listed Building Consent
Applicant: Mr Slaughter Woolwich Works 24/3515/L
Site Address: THE FIREWORKS FACTORY, 11 NO 1 STREET, WOOLWICH, SE18 6HD
Development: Installation of PVC banners and posters to external facades in addition to installation of vinyls to windows on southern and western elevations and all other associated external alterations
Conservation Area: ROYAL ARSENAL WOOLWICH
Listed Building: Grade 2
Applicant: Ms Beatrice Omisakin Calford Seadon, on behalf of Housing for Woman limited 24/3943/L
Site Address: 99 MYCENAE ROAD, BLACKHEATH, LONDON, SE3 7SE Development: Replacement and repairing of various
windows and rooflights across the building, and associated external works and repairs. (This application would impact the setting of a Grade II Listed Building and the Westcombe
Publicity for Advertisements
Council Tax Discount and Premium Notice
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN under Section 11 of the Local Government Finance Act 1992, as amended by the Local Government Finance Act 2012, that at a meeting on the 29th January 2025 the Royal Borough of Greenwich resolved, for the year 2025/26:
• to continue at 0% for the whole of its area the level of council tax discount on dwellings falling within the definitions of Class C and D of the Council Tax (Prescribed Classes of Dwellings)(England) Regulations 2003 and the Council Tax (Prescribed Classes of Dwellings)(England) (Amendment) Regulations 2012;
• To introduce a new council tax premium of 100% on Class A & Class B dwellings (second homes) in the borough for 2025/26
• a continuance of a Council Tax premium of 100% in 2025/26 in respect of Long Term Empty dwellings, for dwellings empty from 12 months to 5 years.
• a continuance of a Council Tax premium of 200% in 2025/26 in respect of Long Term empty dwellings, for dwellings empty longer than 5 years.
• a continuance of a Council Tax premium of 300% in 2025/26 in respect of Long Term empty dwellings, for dwellings empty longer than 10 years.
• a continuance of a local Council Tax discount of 100% in respect of Royal Borough of Greenwich care leavers aged 25 and under for 2025/26
• a continuance of a local Council Tax discount of 100% in respect of Royal Borough of Greenwich foster carers & shared lives households in the borough for 2025/26
ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) SIEBERT ROAD 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 Transport for London who need to carry out works for crane operation to install portal as part of noise reduction barrier scheme.
2. The Order will come into operation on 24th February 2025 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 5 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 Siebert Road from the junction of Westcombe Hill to outside 45.
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 10/2/2025
INTERNAL REF - EM/ LA481843 FN737 /LIC No 72713
ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) HYDE VALE 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 Southern Gas Networks who need to carry out repair and maintenance work.
2. The Order will come into operation on 24th February 2025 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 15 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 Hyde Vale outside 30 and suspension of 4 parking bays on either side of the road.
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 10/2/2025
INTERNAL REF - EM/ LA480931 FN726 /LIC No 72469
ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) ROCHDALE ROAD 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 Thames Water who need to carry out replacement of a district meter.
2. The Order will come into operation on 24th February 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, exiting, proceeding, or waiting (including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading) in Rochdale Road, outside 75 and at the junction of Bostall Hill.
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.
2017 No. TIRBG 14 ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - SECTION 14(1) ANCASTER STREET PLANNED ROAD CLOSURE (ORDER)
1. The Royal Borough of Greenwich intends to make this Order in exercise of powers under section14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. This is to facilitate works by SGN who will be laying multiple new services.
2. The Order will come into operation on 24th of February 2025 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 entering, exiting, proceeding, or waiting (including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading) in ANCASTER STREET at the side of THE ACENSION CHURCH.
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.
Dated 24/02/2025
INTERNAL REF - EM/ LA 480769/LIC No 72296
ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH
ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - Section 14(1) BOSTALL LANE PLANNED ROAD CLOSURE (ORDER) INTENT
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 Thames Water who need to carry out A LONG SIDE SERVICE PIPE RELAY.
2. The Order will come into operation on 24/02/2025 00:00 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 5 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 BOSTALL LANE OUTSIDES 29/31 AND OPPOSITE 46 BOSTALL LANE, or banning of turning movements.
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 13/12/2024 13:10
INTERNAL REF - EM/ LA 485100 /LIC No 72429
ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) VINCENT 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 J B Riney who need to carry out Construct new level crossing on Vincent road, and line marking work at the junction of WOOLWICH NEW ROAD.
2. The Order will come into operation on 00:00 15/02/2025 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 8 days until the 22/02/2025 at 23:59. 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 VINCENT ROAD or banning of turning movements.
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 15/2/2025
INTERNAL REF - FN/ 732 /LIC No 72565
ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - SECTION 14(1) OSBORN TERRACE 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 Openreach who need to carry out a telegraph pole replacement.
2. The Order will come into operation on 17th February 2025 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 1 day. 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 Osborn Terrace O/S 1
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 19/12/24
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the common boundary of 34 and 36 Gurdon Road for 96.3 metres in an easterly direction.
b) Introduce Disabled badge holder bays at the following locations:
i) Witherston Way, north side, from the eastern boundary of No.85 Witherston Way for 3.6 metres in a westerly direction.
ii) Piedmont Road, west side, from a point 1 metre south of the common boundary of Nos. 58 and 60 Piedmont Road for 6.6 metres in a northerly direction.
iii) Wrottesley Road, east side, from the common boundary of Nos. 41 and 43 Wrottesley Road for 6.6 metres in a southerly direction.
iv) Flaxton Road, south-east side, from a point 10 metres north-east of its junction with Barden Street for 6.6 metres in a north-easterly direction.
c) Introduce No waiting at any time restrictions at the following locations:
i) Tilbrook Road, north side, from a point 5.5 metres east of the eastern property boundary of No.14 Tilbrook Road to a point 5.3 metres east of No.26 Tilbrook Road.
ii) Tilbrook Road fronting Nos.9-31 Tilbrook Road, both sides, from its junction with Tilbrook Road for 15.3 metres in a northerly direction.
iii) Flaxton Road, south-east side, from a point 10 metres north-east to a point 10 metres south-west of its junction with Barden Street.
iv) Barden Street, both sides, from its junction with Flaxton Road for 10 metres in an easterly direction.
v) Oaktree Gardens, north and west side, from a point 7.6 metres north-west of the southern boundary of No.9 Oaktree Gardens for 12.6 metres in a northerly then easterly direction.
vi) Oaktree Gardens, both sides, from a point 2.1 metres north-west of the southern boundary of No.9 Oaktree Gardens for 23.8 metres in a southerly, easterly then northerly direction.
vii) Park Drive West to East arm, both sides, from its junction with Park Drive fronting 1-54 Park Drive for 10 metres in a westerly direction.
viii) Park Drive fronting 1-54 Park Drive, north-west side, from a point 10 metres south-west of its junction with Park Drive West to East arm to the common boundary of Nos 40 and 42 Park Drive.
ix) Park Drive fronting 1-54 Park Drive, south-east side, from the common boundary of Nos 40 and 42 Park Drive to a point 3 metres north-east of the common boundary of Nos. 32 and 34 Park Drive.
d) Introduce free parking bays at the following locations:
i) Tilbrook Road fronting Nos.9-31 Tilbrook Road, north side, from a point 15.3 metres north of its junction with Tilbrook Road for 5 metres in a northerly direction.
e) Replace the Permit Holders Only Mon-Fri 11am-12.30pm (E) bays with No Waiting Mon-Fri 11am-12.30pm restrictions at the following locations:
i) Earlshall Road, north side, from a point 2 metres east of the common boundary of Nos. 87 and 89 Earlshall Road for 19.2 metres in an easterly direction.
ii) Earlshall Road, north side, from the common boundary of Nos. 95 and 97 Earlshall Road for 9.4 metres in an easterly direction
f) Replace the No Waiting Mon-Fri 9.30am-11am restriction with No waiting at any time restrictions on Blanmerle Road, north side, from a point 2.5 metres east of the western boundary of No.60 Blanmerle Road for 14.6 metres in an easterly direction.
g) Replace the Permit Holders Only Mon-Fri 9.30am-11am (N) with No Waiting Mon-Fri 9.30am-11am restrictions at the following locations:
i) Blanmerle Road, south side, from a point 2.3 metres east of the western boundary of No.3 Blanmerle Road for 3.6 metres in an easterly direction.
ii) Mervyn Avenue, west side, from a point 0.6 metres south of the common boundary of Nos.14 and 16 Marvyn Avenue for 10 metres in a southerly direction.
h) Replace the Free Parking Place with No Waiting Mon-Sat 9am-6.30pm restrictions on Reynolds Place from a point 1.5 metres north of the common boundary of Nos. 26 and 28 Reynolds Place for 6.5 metres in a southerly direction.
i) Replace the Permit Holders or Limited Waiting Mon-Sat 9am-6.30pm Max stay 2 Hours No return within 3 hours Zone C bay with No Waiting Mon-Sat 9am-6.30pm restrictions on Sherington Road, east side, from a point 2.5 metres north of the common boundary of Nos. 35 and 37 Sherington Road for 8.5 metres in a northerly direction.
j) Replace the Residents and Business Permit Holders Only Mon-Fri 10.30am-12.30pm Zone KN bay with No waiting at any time restrictions at the following locations:
i) Kidbrooke Way, south-west side, from a point 1.1 metres south-east of the north-western building line of No.6 Kidbrooke Way for 18.1 metres in a north-westerly direction.
ii) Rochester Way, south-west side, from a point 3.3 metres north-west of the south-eastern building line of No.16 Kidbrooke Way for 24.3 metres in a south-easterly direction.
k) Replace the Residents and Business Permit Holders Only Mon-Fri 10.30am-12.30pm Zone KN bay with No Waiting Mon-Fri 10.30am-12.30pm restrictions at the following locations:
i) Kidbrooke Way, south-west side, from a point 2 metres north-west of the south-eastern building line of No.8 Kidbrooke Way for 6.6 metres in a south-easterly direction.
ii) Rochester Way, south-west side, from a point 2.1 metres north-west of the south-eastern building line of No.12 Kidbrooke Way for 6.3 metres in a south-easterly direction.
l) Replace the No Waiting Mon-Fri 10.30am-12.30pm restriction with No waiting at any time restrictions on Kidbrooke Way, south-west side, from a point 8.4 metres north-west of the common boundary of No. 2 and 4 Kidbrooke Way for 10.2 metres in a north-westerly direction.
m) Update the map tiles attached to The Greenwich (Free Parking Places, Loading Places and Waiting, Loading and Stopping Restrictions) Order 2018 and The Greenwich (Charged-For Parking Places) Order 2018 so as to reflect the provisions referred to in sub-paragraph (a) to (l).
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 Parking Design Team, Floor 3, The Woolwich Centre, 35 Wellington Street, London SE18 6HQ or email to parking-design@royalgreenwich.gov.uk (quoting reference Minor work 2025Batch1 25-02).
5. Any person who wishes to object to or make other representations about the proposed Orders, should send a statement in writing by 5th March 2025, specifying the grounds on which any objection is made by email to parking-consultations@royalgreenwich.gov.uk (quoting reference Minor work 2025Batch1 25-02).
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.
Assistant Director, Transport Communities, Environment and Central Royal Borough of Greenwich
Dated 12th February 2025
ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - SECTION 14(1) TUDOR PARADE (WELL HALL ROAD) 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 CLEAR CHANNEL who need to remove an old telephone kiosk and install a new one.
2. The Order will come into operation on 27th February 2025 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 1 day. 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 Tudor Parade outside 53 Well Hall Road.
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 19th December 2024
Information from the Royal Borough of Greenwich for our residents
Share t h e love for Royal Greenwich this Valentine’s Day
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, we thought we’d share the love with some date ideas and discounts.
Valentine’s Day at Greenwich Market
Friday 14 February, 10am to 5pm, Greenwich Market, SE10 9HZ
Treat your loved one to a unique gift made with love by a local trader, enjoy live music, special gift wrap service and the flower wall for a romantic selfie moment.
Valentine’s Day Over the Thames
IFS Cloud Cable Car, Edmund Halley Way, Greenwich Peninsula, London, SE10 0FR Thursday 13 February, 4pm to 8:30pm, Friday 14 and Saturday 15 February, 4pm to 10:30pm, from £30 per person
Soar over the Thames this Valentine’s Day. Enjoy a fast-track round trip, your own cosy cabin, romantic music and Valentine’s treats.
Valentine’s Karaoke
Friday 14 February, 7:30pm to 10:30pm, free entry, Woolwich Works, SE18 6HD
Sing your heart out to your favourite romantic hits! No booking required, arrive early to grab that mic and shine.
Cheer on Charlton Women at the Valley
Sunday 2 March, adult ticket £10, under 18s £5
Why not plan a date with pals to go and see the Charlton Women play at the Valley? The next at home fixture is on Sunday 2 March and would make the perfect gift! You can book tickets at booking.cafc.co.uk
Plenty of parks
Royal Greenwich is home to an array of parks and beauty spots, so why not immerse yourself in nature with a loved one? Take a stroll along Thames Path, stop off for a spot of lunch in Oxleas Woods café in Eltham or take in the views at Rockliffe Gardens in Plumstead.
You can find a full list of Royal Greenwich’s parks at royalgreenwich.gov.uk/parks
Whether it’s a Pal-entine’s brunch or a Valentine’s dinner, you can use your One Card to get discounts on businesses across the borough.
Find out more at royalgreenwich.gov.uk/onecard
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 pushbutton system and calls will be charged at the normal local ratell be charged at the normal local rate
For information or assistance Contact our Allocations Team on: 020 8921 2941 or email: housing-allocations@ royalgreenwich.gov.uk
CBL BIDDING
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
ANYONE ON THE HOUSING LIST CAN APPLY
HOW TO BID FOR ADVERTISED PROPERTIES BY TEXT
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.
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.
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BIDDING FOR PROPERTIES
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.
The next printed edition of Greenwich Homes will be available on 26 February 2025 at midday. The closing date for all applications for this issue is midnight on 16 February 2025. ALL households can bid for all types of property subject to meeting the bedroom size and any medical requirements.
A is for applicants in unsatisfactory housing, including people moving due to demolition and those under occupying their homes.
BAND
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.
Over 10,000 swaps
C is for all applicants on the housing register, including those that are in priority bands A and B1/B2.
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THIS IS WHAT HAPPENED TO THE HOMES ADVERTISED IN ISSUE 942
MOVE TO A SMALLER PROPERTY
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.
WHAT YOU’LL GET
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.
WHO CAN APPLY
SEASIDE & COUNTRY SCHEME
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
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
OTHER DOWNSIZING OPTIONS
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