Go behind the scenes at Southwark Integrated Waste Management Facility to find out. Spaces are limited, and available to Royal Greenwich residents only, on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Tours will take place on Thursday 17 July and Tuesday 11 November from 1:30pm to 3:30pm.
Book a tour: royalgreenwich.gov.uk/events/recycling-tours
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is aware of a recent and unfortunate rise in robberies across the borough and is working closely with the police to identify those responsible and prevent further incidents.
To help prevent residential burglaries and theft:
• make sure all your windows and doors are closed and locked –even if you’re only going out for a few minutes
• consider installing a video doorbell or a CCTV camera
• keep handbags away from the letterbox or cat flap and hide all keys including car keys, as a thief could hook keys or valuables through small openings
• if you’re having parcels delivered and won’t be in, make sure you redirect them to a local shop, a parcel locker or trusted neighbour. Do not leave a visible note for couriers with instructions for where to leave your parcels.
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is seeking feedback from council tenants and leaseholders on its draft Resident Engagement Policy.
The draft has been developed in collaboration with a group of residents, and the council is now inviting wider input to help shape the final version. The council is keen to understand how residents would like to be involved in its work and how it can improve communication and engagement in the future.
Councillor Pat Slattery, Cabinet Member for Housing Management, Neighbourhoods and Homelessness said: “We want to ensure our communities feel heard and that we design our services around their needs. We want to hear from as many tenants and leaseholders as possible, so we can ensure our new policy captures what they think we should focus on.
“If you’re a tenant or leaseholder this is your opportunity to help shape how we engage with you and involve you in decision-making so make sure you have your say.”
Tenants and leaseholders are asked to provide feedback by completing the council’s online survey or at in-person survey completion sessions on:
• Thursday 17 July from 10am to 12 noon Glyndon Community Centre, 75 Raglan Road SE18 7LB
• Monday 21 July from 10am to 12 noon The Forum at Greenwich, Trafalgar Road SE10 9EQ
The Community Participation Team will also be available to help residents complete the survey at an in-person event on Thursday 24 July at The Woolwich Front Room, 105 Powis Street, Woolwich, SE18 6JB from 3pm to 7pm. Refreshments will be available.
If you would like to discuss this policy in more detail, email YourView@royalgreenwich.gov.uk for information.
Take part by 5pm on 27 July: royalgreenwich.gov.uk/tenantleaseholder-survey Engagement sessions are also taking place online.
Tuesday 8 July, 6pm to 7pm, register: royalgreenwich.gov.uk/resident-webinar-8July
Monday 14 July, 1pm to 2pm, register: royalgreenwich.gov.uk/resident-webinar-14July
The Greenwich & Lewisham Weekender is an independent weekly newspaper, covering the boroughs of Greenwich and Lewisham.
We publish every Wednesday, covering every postcode sector of the borough, and boasting, by far, the highest weekly circulation in Greenwich. Each week, we deliver our paper to every Greenwich neighbourhood, with further copies stocked at convenient public stands. We are also the highest distribution newspaper in Lewisham.
You can also view each edition online, as well as daily news and events, on our website: www.weekender.co.uk
The Greenwich & Lewisham Weekender covers all aspects of life in the boroughs, including music, theatre, comedy, film, events, and food and drink, as well as all your community events and campaigns.
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Summer Beer Festival at Vintners Yard, Greenwich
Enjoy live music, football on the big screen and a variety of beers at Vintners Vine 2-8pm. The ticket includes three half-pint drink tokens, but artisan pizza, BBQ and extra drink tickets will be available for purchase at the event. Take a break from your busy week at this outdoor venue for an afternoon and evening of relaxation and fun.
Date: Saturday, July 5
Time: 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Location: Vintners Yard, off Greenwich High Road London SE10 8JA
Tickets: Before June 28, £10, after June 28 £14
Book:https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/summerbeer-festival-at-vintners-yard-greenwichtickets-13
Made in Americaclassical music stateside
Blackheath Halls is exploring the rich tapestry of American classical music – brimming with bold rhythms, sweeping melodies, and iconic voices, alongside European masters who made their mark stateside.
Expect to encounter a line-up including Gershwin, Copland, Bernstein, Barber, Ives, Roy Harris, and John
Lewisham Libraries is inviting all music lovers to bring their vinyls to share their favorite tunes. It’s not only a chance to find your next favorite song, but also an opportunity to learn a few DJ skills. Even if you’re brand new to the world of vinyls and spinning, this event is for you.
Date: Thursday, July 17
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Catford Library, Catford Centre 23-24 Winslade Way London
SE6 4JU
Tickets: Free Booking: www.eventbrite.co.uk
Adams, to name just a few of the homegrown heroes. But that’s not all as part of an ongoing course the also dive into the American adventures of Dvorák, Stravinsky, and Britten, and discover how their visits shaped the sound of a nation.
7 & 14 Jul, 10.00am
Blackheath Halls, 23 Lee Road, London, SE3 9RQ
Course Fee: £15 per lecture / Free Taster for newcomers Further details contact Richard Perks: rfperks@gmail.com
Lewisham Walks and Arts discussion
If you have a passion for art and culture, there is an opportunity to walk, or sit, in the park and discuss it with like-minded neighbours. Bring your most comfortable and summer ready clothing, the walk will be about 40 minutes’ long.
Date: Sunday, July 6
Time: 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Hither Green Station (Stop U)
Tickets: Free https://www.eventbrite.co.uk
Learn the popular art of resin flowers at the Rivershop. This workshop will leave you with a stunning handmade piece of art no matter if you’re a professional or a first-time learner. An artist will guide you through the process for an hour and half, teaching you everything you need to know.
Date: Wednesday, July 9
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location:The Rivershop, Thames Side Studios, Woolwich, London, SE18 5NR
Tickets: £95 https://www.visitgreenwich. org.uk/
The historic venue has held many titles – a farmhouse, clubhouse and pub, writes Abigail Finney...
A Historic venue in Catford that has held many titles–a farmhouse, clubhouse, pub– is now set to open as a community space in the autumn.
Greenwich Co-operative Development Agency (GCDA), the new operator of the former Catford Constitutional Club, is working to include a restored pub and garden, a new community kitchen and flexible smaller spaces.
The project also means, for the first time ever, Catford’s oldest building, the original Georgian Hall, will be opening to the public.
“Imagine a place where the warmth of a classic British pub meets the soul of the community,” Claire Pritchard, CEO of GCDA, said. “We’re not just pouring pints, we’re creating a space where neighbours become friends, local musicians and artists find their voice, and fresh, locally sourced food fuels meaningful conversations.”
As a not-for-profit organisation, GCDA has been working for over 40 years to create community hubs in southeast London. The organisation is a London Living Wage employer, meaning it emphasises creating local jobs and supporting nearby businesses by sourcing from local suppliers, which gives back to the local economy. For The Catford House, it has partnered with Portobello Brewery, who also
operate The Catford Bridge Tavern, and others to bring their vision to life.
“GCDA has been working in Lewisham for nearly fifteen years and has always wanted a base there, a place to grow roots and connect with the community,” Pritchard said.
“Our search ended when we found the former Catford Constitutional Club, a building that holds a special
place in the hearts of many.”
This restoration project not only means a permanent home for GCDA, but also marks the start of a new partnership with the Lewisham Council. Both sides wanted to make sure the new space was more than a place to grab a drink, but a real hub for the community.
It is set to offer a broad range of
programmes, everything from casual social gatherings and private parties, food popups to exercise classes, clubs, workshops, meetings, exhibitions and performances.
“The Catford House is a vibrant example of the Council’s ambitions for Catford brought to life,” Cllr James-J Walsh, Cabinet Member for Inclusive Regeneration and Planning, and Rushey Green ward councillor said.
“This is regeneration with a clear social purpose, bringing together conservation, culture and community to transform Catford’s almost 300-year-old building into a space shaped by, and for, local people.”
The property, a council-owned asset, is being supported by a £1.8 million contribution from the Mayor
of London’s Good Growth Fund.
“This marks the start of an exciting chapter for Catford,” Mayor of Lewisham, Brenda Dacres OBE said. “This new multipurpose community venue will breathe life into this area as well as creating new local jobs, opportunities for Lewisham businesses and a boost to our cultural and creative scene.”
This project, led by Turner Works and Hayatsu architect, marks a stepping stone to Phase 1 of the Catford Town Centre Framework. Adopted by the council in 2021, the framework aims to tackle projects such as making Catford carbon neutral by 2030, building 2,700 homes in the coming decades, and making the heart of Catford town centre largely car-free in order to help to improve air quality and road safety.
In Greenwich on July 18 and 19, writes Abigail Finney...
Coming to Magazine London on July 18 and 19, the London Craft Beer Festival offers 800 types of beer all in one ticket.
If you want to try beer from all over the world from over 100 breweries, this festival located in Greenwich is the best way to do it.
Featuring everything from Orion to small local breweries, there’s a perfect pint for everyone. The experience includes the opportunity to speak with the vendors about the ingredients and brew process as you sip.
Also featuring food spots and live performances, this event allows for a full day of entertainment.
Upon arrival, you’ll be given a cup that is yours to fill up throughout your session. However, it is up to you to keep your wits about you as vendors will not serve you if you’ve over-indulged.
You can purchase tickets for the full weekend for £198, but there are also afternoon and evening sessions on both days for £64.50. With a group? Save money by purchasing
group tickets and have a great time with your friends or family.
On the other hand, this event is strictly for those over the age of 18, so hold off on bringing young children. Your furry friends will also not be permitted to join in on the excitement.
Not to worry if you need gluten free or vegan options, finding drinks will be a breeze at several of the featured breweries. For those more interested in a cocktail than a pint, there are paid options for you as well.
‘The suffering is only intolerable when nobody cares’ - said founder Dame Cicely Sanders, writes Michael Holland...
Photos focusing on stories and perspectives on death from across the world are to make up a new exhibition at St Christopher’s Centre for Awareness & Response to End of Life (CARE) in Sydenham.
Ubuntu is curated by the Dutch photographer and visual educator Corinne Noordenbos, and features photos of Brazilian photographer André François’s encounters with different communities from across two decades with a focus on stories of dying and healthcare.
From the Yanomami Indigenous area in Brazil and how they perceive the end of life; with Haitians after the earthquake in 2010; a palliative care hospice in Uganda; and in an acute São Paulo hospital at the peak of the pandemic with health
professionals and patients.
The term Ubuntu has its origins in an African philosophy, which focuses on humanity, belonging and community. ‘Umuntu ngumuntu ngabantu’, a Zulu proverb, explains it well: ‘A person is a person through other persons.’ You are who you are because of the relationship you have with others around you. Or simply: I am because we are.
Both François and his collaborator Paula Poleto cite Dame Cicely Saunders – who started the global hospice movement with the opening of St Christopher’s in 1967 - as a major influence on their thinking and the way they work.
One photograph features a man dying of COVID-19 in a hospital bed with
a doctor in PPE holding his hand, illustrating one of Dame Cicely’s best-known quotes: “The suffering is only intolerable when nobody cares.”
The more than 40 images are taken from François’s 2022 book ‘Ubuntu – I am because we are’. The book is a journey taken around 15 countries where Francois was inspired by communities working on education, health, and culture.
St Christopher’s, which has sites in Sydenham and Orpington, was founded in 1967 by Dame Cicely Sanders.
The charity supports almost 2,000 South Londoners monthly, including more than 400 children in bereavement, despite only being partially NHS-funded.
Each year St Christopher’s needs to raise more than £16m to continue providing support and care for those in the community.
St Christopher’s Community Artist Toby Kilby-Pollard says: “This is a dream project for St Christopher’s and our community.
“We’re always looking for effective ways to tell stories that illustrate what palliative care is across the world and how different communities and cultures approach end of life.
“We know how important Dame Cicely’s legacy is across the world and we’re so proud to show these photographs as we also mark the 20th anniversary of her death.”
André François says: “We have a lot
to learn from these people and how they cope with death and hardship.
“Death is a big learning process. Death is devastating but it is also a great master that teaches us a lot about what life is really all about – what matters in the here and now. The moments in life when I have felt most alive is when I was around death.
“When visiting a community you have to establish a connection and get to know the people. Once people realise the purpose of what we’re doing, even though they are facing death, they are willing to cooperate so we can tell this great story. That’s where we feel the Ubuntu philosophy is present.
“The moment you are dying is very personal but if we have developed that level of connection then we are working together and we just become a part of the scene – present.
“I am so proud to have these photographs shown at the place where palliative care began – at St Christopher’s.
“People tell us they feel emotional about the photographs but what stays with them is the connection, the care and community – I hope that is the case also at St Christopher’s.”
Ubuntu is free to visit and will be on display during weekdays 9-5PM at St Christopher’s CARE, 51-59 Lawrie Park Road, London, SE26 6DZ from Friday 4 July until Friday 24 October 2025.
Residents said the Greenwich Peninsula was becoming the most densely populated part of London without the local services to support it, writes Cameron Blackshaw, Local Democracy Reporter...
Plans to build 1,251 flats on top of Greenwich’s IKEA car park have been approved, despite parking concerns by the Swedish retail giant and warnings from residents that the area is becoming a nightmare to live.
Apart from the smaller Oxford Street branch which opened in the former Top Shop store in May this traditional warehouse-style IKEA at Millennium Leisure Park is the nearest for most South East Londoners, many of whom drive so they can load up their cars with goods.
IKEA opened the store just six years ago.
According to planning reports, IKEA asserted it has “unencumbered rights” over the car park and would lose 210 spaces.
The development of seven buildings ranging from four to 20-storeys in height would IKEA stated have a “significant adverse impact” on its retail operations during its six-year construction period.
At the planning meeting borough residents and councillors also raised concerns that in the future, Greenwich would suffer as the provision of local services such as healthcare and transport was not keeping up with the introduction of new housing.
Greenwich Council’s Planning Board approved the development after discussing it for over three hours on June 17.
Michael Macy, representing the residents of nearby Aldeburgh and Fearon Streets, stated at the meeting that due to the sheer amount of planned residential
developments on the Greenwich Peninsula, it would soon become “pretty much the most densely populated part of London”
He continued: “[The plan] seems to be to build as many houses as you possibly can on the peninsula as fast as you possibly can and then hope that maybe the NHS will provide more surgeries. Right now, there’s one.”
He asked for the decision to be deferred until a “broader perspective” could be taken on the provision of educational, healthcare and transport services in the peninsula and whether more would need to be included within this scheme.
Sam Moorhead, an Aldeburgh Street resident for 26 years, feared that living on the peninsula would soon become a “nightmare”.
He said: “It is clear there is no big plan for the peninsula. People are not aware of what they want in terms of facilities and amenities.
“What the needs are for schools, hospitals, police and all the rest of it.
“It is clear from this, and the chairman said it himself, that you’re just adding one development after another without thinking about the big picture.”
This is a sentiment shared by councillors. Planning Board Chair Cllr Garry Dillon said: “If you look at the developments in the pipeline, there are up to 10,000 dwellings being built from Charlton Riverside to Morden Wharf. That
equates to 25,000 people, and they keep looking at each individual application and saying ‘It’s not enough’.
“They’re telling us that there’s still capacity at Queen Elizabeth, but we know that Queen Elizabeth is more than doubly over-subscribed.
“When does the NHS and TfL start looking at the bigger picture and putting the jigsaw together?
“We’re not looking at this individual situation. We’re looking at six or seven of these all in the pipeline and they’re all going to come together in maybe a five or six-year window, and then all of a sudden there’s going to be a massive panic because there will be 300 people queuing for a bus that can hold 80 people. It is not fit for purpose.”
In response to infrastructure worries, Ewan Grunwold, speaking on behalf of the developer Weybourne, outlined the financial contributions to local services that Weybourne would be making, including £1.28 million for health services, £65,000 for bus services, £900,000 for walking and cycling improvements and £1.25 million to support employment and apprenticeships, alongside £14 million of Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) funding.
Greenwich planners also revealed that Weybourne initially offered to provide space for a small GP surgery within the development to allay concerns about the lack of healthcare services, but the NHS said there was sufficient capacity in the area.
Before councillors voted to approve the development, Cllr Dillon reiterated his criticism of the NHS and TfL for infrastructure problems.
He said: “What this has highlighted tonight is that TfL and the NHS need to get a bit more urgency in their communication, especially with our officers and with our new Local Plan.
“They need to get up to speed with the development that they’re putting us under pressure for.
“When we’re looking at the government asking for 1.5 million homes and we’re looking at the Mayor asking for 88,000 homes, they need to make sure that the infrastructure is moving at the same pace, because what we’ve got tonight is concerns about health provision, pollution, road management and public transport which is not down to this developer.
“It is an issue for the numerous developments we’ve got going on in the same area.”
To build the 1,251 flats, 1,600 sp m of commercial space and 15,500 sp m of public space, the B&Q and Tradepoint stores at the leisure park will be demolished
IKEA, Sainsbury’s petrol station and the Odeon cinema will remain.
The flats—35 per cent of which would be affordable—would be contained within seven buildings ranging from four to 20 storeys in height, with most of the development being under 10 storeys.
The amount of car parking spaces would be reduced from 1,066 to 856, with most of them concealed within a covered car park beneath several of the residential tower blocks. However, residents will not be able to use the parking spaces as it is intended only for leisure park customers and will be locked overnight.
The development, called Peninsula Gardens, is car-free, with nearly 2,500 cycle parking spaces provided across the site. 38 disabled car parking bays are also included within the scheme
The Charlton Society also raised concerns about the plans, believing the assumption residents would not own cars to be “unrealistic” and fearing that lack of residential parking would result in increased parking pressure on nearby streets.
Planning officers responded that the car-free nature of Peninsula Gardens aligns with the London Plan and Greenwich Council’s Local Plan, with parking restrictions in nearby streets acting as a deterrent to visitor and resident parking.
THE HISTORY OF THE IKEA LAND - SEE PAGES 12 & 13
Charlton Athletic chairman Paul Elliott CBE MBE attended Charlton Invicta’s end-of-season awards last month, as the club’s LGBTQI+ friendly team celebrated their outstanding 2024-25 campaign.
The event, held at the University of Greenwich, recognised Invicta’s double triumph in the London Unity League (LUL), with their Valiants and Addicks teams topping Division One and Division Two respectively. Earlier this year, Invicta also earned winners’ medals in the Gay Football Supporters Network (GFSN) Division Two and promotion to Division One. The club also reached the finals of both the LUL Plate and the GFSN Shield but narrowly missed out on lifting the trophies. Across the 2024-25 season, Invicta scored an impressive 179 goals over 48 matches, won 36 games in all competitions and had 33 different goal scorers.
The evening began with a keynote address from Elliott, who spoke about the successes across the club, the power of football to change hearts
and minds and how working together brings greater achievement. Reflecting on the awards evening, Elliott said: “Charlton Invicta is a shining example of how inclusive sport can empower communities and break down barriers. Charlton doesn’t just talk about equality - it lives and breathes it, on and off the pitch. Invicta’s message is clear: football is for everyone.”
Dr Michael Seeraj, Group Head of EDI, said: “Charlton Invicta’s phenomenal success on the pitch this season is testament to the power of inclusive football. Their achievements go beyond trophies - they represent progress, unity and the belief that everyone should have a place in our game. We are proud of the role that the Community Trust and club continues to play in supporting Invicta and championing equality
and inclusion through sport.”
Invicta Chair Gary Ginnaw said: “It has been a fantastic 2024-25 season on the pitch for Invicta, and it’s a testament to all of our players that together, we managed to secure three league titles. Winning the LUL title for the first time since 2018 was a particular highlight for me. We have worked hard to regain that title, having finished runners-up in each of the previous two seasons.
“Off the pitch, the fight for equity and equality for all of our community continues. It’s Pride Month, and we cannot forget that our Trans and Non-Binary members and friends face constant attack. We all need to use our voices to challenge discrimination head-on and fight for equal rights for everyone.
“Football should be a game for everyone; our teams cater to everyone. We are Queer and Trans inclusive, and we have a space for you - so get involved.”
Anyone interested in joining Charlton Invicta FC can get in touch via email at information@cactinvictafc.com, or through Instagram: @cactinvictafc.
Lewisham councillor,
In an official statement released on Wednesday June 25, Cllr Liam Shrivastava of New Cross Gate ward in Lewisham announced his departure after being a member of the party for 10 years.
Cllr Shrivastava accused the Labour government of abandoning working people “in service of wealthy donors, corporate lobbyists and private equity firms”, and said he had decided to join the Green Party as it “stands up for ordinary people”.
A spokesperson for the Lewisham Labour Group told the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS): “It is disappointing that Cllr Shrivastava has chosen to leave the Labour Party and join the Green Party.
“Residents of New Cross Gate ward, who elected two Labour councillors in 2022, will rightly feel let down by his decision. Cllr Shrivastava should consider the views of these residents and resign as a councillor, allowing the people of New Cross Gate to decide which party they
A Lewisham councillor has quit the Labour Party and has joined the Greens citing “the party I joined is unrecognisable from what it has become”, Ruby Gregory - Local Democracy Reporter...
want to represent them.”
The LDRS has also contacted the Labour Party’s London Regional office for comment.
Commenting on his defection, Cllr Shrivastava said: “Labour under Keir Starmer has cut winter fuel payments, rowed back on net zero, tried to slash welfare for disabled people, ramped up deportations and refused to scrap the two-child benefit cap, taking the whip from the seven MPs who took a moral stand against its shameful decision.”
He later told the LDRS: “I am delighted to have joined the Green Party
today – a party with a progressive vision committed to tackling the climate crisis and standing up for the vulnerable – something Labour is failing to do with its anti-immigrant policies and shameful welfare cuts.”
Cllr Shrivastava said Lewisham Labour had created a “climate of fear” where councillors “avoid speaking out”, and accused the local group and the wider party of having “lost its moral compass”.
Cllr Shrivastava will join Cllr Hau-Yu Tam of Evelyn ward who defected from Lewisham Labour to the Greens in March 2025. The number of Green councillors serving the borough now stands at two.
The LDRS understands Cllr Shrivastava is also set to become the leader of the Lewisham Green Party.
He went on to say: “I seconded a motion committing the council to divest its pensions investments away from Israel, I received an official warning from the Chief Whip. When I and other councillors raised concerns over the Head of Law’s changing of the constitution and allegations of union busting we were ignored.
“My concerns about the council’s engagement with a controversial church, the Universal Church of the Kingdom of God, were largely
dismissed by the leadership, with the Mayor saying I was uncomradely’, threatening disciplinary action.”
A Lewisham Labour spokesperson said: “The Labour Party in Lewisham remains fully focused on delivering for residents and working with the Labour Mayor of London and the Labour Government to secure the progress our borough deserves—especially after 14 years of damaging Conservative rule.”
Haringey councillor, Mark Blake also defected to the Greens on Wednesday, stating “the country needs a progressive alternative willing to counter the racist narrative driving us towards a far right government”.
Green London Assembly Member, Zoë Garbett said: “Mark and Liam are committed, experienced local councillors and I’m so pleased to be able to welcome them into the Green Party, where I know they’ll be able to continue their work supporting their residents and creating real, positive change for our communities.”
Mary Mills
I see from various online newspages and blogs that the Council Planning Committee has decided to allow flats to be built on the site which has been used in recent years as the car park for the Ikea store in East Greenwich. It has been a car park for some time, although before IKEA was built it wasn’t tied to any particular shop. I guess some of us will remember when the ‘Teletubby’ Sainsbury’s was on that site but they didn’t manage the car park – that was down to a difficult to contact agency. The result was that that car park was the centre of most of the crime in East Greenwich - I remember only too well the police reports of this major crime spot for the area. But I shouldn’t run ahead with the past of that particular piece of land.
I thought it might be interesting to look at the history and background to the site of Ikea and its car park. So, first, more generally, let’s get back to the 1960swhen I first moved to Greenwich. It was very different then when there were a lot of very big factories in Charlton, and on the Peninsula. Most of them had their own sports clubs where workers could go and play football, or whatever. These clubs were a major social feature and as well as a huge range of sports many of them held weekly socials and dances. There were many exchanges with workers from other factories –sporting league tables as well as lively social events.
All round the area there were sports fields - large green spaces in between the factories and the houses - something we never hear about when people talk about the horrors of the industrial past. Some of these still exist – one of them is Siemens old sports fieldnow very much used as the extension car park for Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Charlton Park Lane. Usually these sports fields would have more space than that taken up by football pitches and that would be let out to workers as allotments. I could go on about the whole allotment movement at length and we do have a few left - but most of the land which was used by local people to grow their own vegetables is now under supermarkets and warehousing. A loss not only of cheap fresh food but also of fresh air and exercise.
So let’s look at the background for this piece of land which is now the IKEA car park. On the oldest maps I have it is just a
piece of marshland in Horn Lane – the old road, still there, parallel to Peartree Way. In the 1890s it was part of an ‘ammunition works’ which I guess is the Dyer and Robson firework factory which I’ve written a bit about in the last few weeks.
In the 1890s the gas works was extended at its southern end by the purchase from Frank Hills’ descendants of his chemical works to be their Phoenix Wharf. In 1902 a further stretch of land was added specifically for allotments and “organised recreational games’ to be managed by the Council of the Metrogas Amateur Sports Association. This was then the new sports ground for employees at East Greenwich Gasworks. South Met Gas Co’s older works already had their own arrangements - for instance the West Greenwich gas works in Thames Street used the gas holder site in Roan Street for sports. All South Met’s gas works had an ‘institute’ where various well appointed recreational facilities were available to workers. The East Greenwich Institute was however nowhere near the new sports ground but close to the main entrance in Grenfell Street.
Metrogas Sports Association undertook some activities as an ‘umbrella’ organisation covering all works . For instance In 1902 they held their Annual Dinner in a Fleet Street Hotel. Around the same time they made the arrangements for an boxing tournament against the north London gas works embodied in the Gas Light & Coke Sports Association. This north London club’s football team was also to meet a team drawn from South Met. gasworks.
Metrogas also selected cross-country runners for the ‘London Business Houses Senior Team Championship’.
The new ground was laid out with young trees in Horn Lane ‘which will prove a pleasing feature on one of the bestappointed grounds in South London’. Sadly the first sports day held at the new ground was a ‘washout. ‘Excellent arrangements’ had been made but “shortly after the commencement of racing a thunderstorm put an end to proceedings. They had to run the race programme again a week later.
Early reports of events at East Greenwich Sports ground always seem to start with a report on the weather and sadly too often it appears to be too wet and the ground was too marshy underfoot. These early reports seem to be only of racessprinting, walking and cycling; sometimes obstacles. There is no mention initially of organised games like football, bowls or cricket. Note however the walking races; something which seems not to happen now. There was nothing like a speed walker, with elbows tucked in and Blackheath rather specialised in them.
Early on there are pictures of an otherwise unexplained event known as “Pork Pie Sunday” but generally events settled down, predictably, to athletics and team games involving opponents from other local factories. It was however to be taken very seriously because ‘There is a mistaken idea that... children have a right to play aimlessly on the ground while authorised matches are in progress. “ Thus anything lighthearted or untidy was
to be discouraged and I will refrain from mentioning the photograph I have seen, taken in the 1980s, which shows a well known local personality, aged 8, running round the field unsupervised ... tut tut...
There were however a number of formal events – dinners and the like - where various men congratulated each other. I note an earlier event where foreign visitors were entertained in a marquee to a celebratory lunch – one where the toasts between host and guests took more time than the tour of the works.
Produce from the allotments featured in an annual ‘flower show’ held at the Institute. The judges ‘spoke very highly of the flowers and vegetables .. an excellent show of begonias... a large stall, well filled with flowers and vegetables ... to be sold for the benefit of the Seamen’s Hospital’. Prizes went to the cricket team and the photographic section. Later, in the evening, an “excel!ent entertainment was given by the “Checks” Concert Party” with dancing on the lawn and music from “the Co-Partnership Institute Orchestra”.
As time went on there were regular flower and vegetable shows with a huge list of prizes for vegetables in various categories -rooted beetroot-. ..Cabbage.. Marrows... beans ... climber peas - .. dwarf peas... Shallots. .. parsnips - and so on.
In January 1997 there was some excitement on the sports ground with what I suppose we should describe as ‘an air crash’. This was a de Havilland biplane piloted by a Roland Watson of the London Light Aeroplane Club at
Hendon. Mr Watson explained that he had been flying around for about an hour trying to return to the airfield at Stagg Lane - but generally being lost because there seemed to be some fog around. He had searched for a place to land and saw the playing field and tried to land. Flying low over the site the machine hit a football boundary post’ and his plane hit the ground and turned over. This was lucky because it meant Mr Watson wasn’t hurt at all, got out and walked away.
I’m sure there are many stories to tell about events on the sports ground at East Greenwich over the next 50 of years or so. The most recent press story I can find which relates to the ground is from 1982. This was a prize giving event which SEGAS apprentices from all over southern England attended. The most recent sporting event mentioned is from 1963 where what appears to be a County cricket match was held there between the Kent Second Eleven and the Worceseter County side – which says a lot about the standard of facilities there.
I assume that the sports club closed with the gasworks although I don’t know that –perhaps an ‘Old Flame’ wil enlighten me. I am very aware that Metrogas still exists and has a big sports field over in Eltham.
I remember the East Greenwich field sitting there unused with no sign of sports equipment or allotments. There was a strange pavilion building in the middle which was used as offices by a number of regeneration agencies throughout the 1990s –I’m sorry I haven’t the space here to go into all that - perhaps another time?
Because the site had been part of the gas works was deemed polluted and therefore not acceptable to be used for anything other than commercial buildings. So it was all tarmaced over as a car park . I am sure people will remember the ‘Teletubby Sainsbury’s’ which was built there and which was supposed to be a revolution “the building design incorporated environmentally conscious features and gained critical acclaim, being shortlisted for the 2000 Stirling Prize. It was billed as “the first Green supermarket in the world”. Then how it was pulled down after just fourteen years– closely followed by the death of the architect, Paul Hinkin of Chetwood Associates. But that’s all another story.
Then IKEA was built on the site – with its concrete roof garden by way of compensation.
I am going to say and say it once that there were lots of sites like this all over Greenwich - green spaces which were cared for. They provided a space for sporting activities of all sorts - not just football and racing but bowls, and boxing and much else. There were dances and flower shows, and a whole social life. Something for everybody. I remember my disabled Dad running socials at his print works sports club down in Gravesend. They also provided somewhere where people grew fresh vegetables - getting an allotment today is virtually impossible. We all moan about young people with their noses permanently in their phones – but really – what else are they to do?
ROYAL BOROUGH OF GREENWICH
TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING ACT 1990 – SECTION 247
PROPOSED STOPPING UP OF THE HIGHWAY- (PENINSULA QUAY)
1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the Royal Borough of Greenwich intends to make an Order under section 247 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 ("the Act"), entitled the Royal Borough of Greenwich (Stopping Up of Highways) (No. *) (Peninsula Quay) Order 202*.
2. The general effect of the Order would be to authorise the stopping-up of two areas of the highway shown in blue on the deposited plans as follows:
(a) The major part is irregular shaped consisting mainly of parts of Drawdock Road, Ordnance Crescent and Tunnel Avenue:i. Drawdock Road, which extends from its junction with Ordnance Crescent northwards for a length of 86.3 metres (measured along the centreline of the carriageway, a point that aligns with the east of the entrance to TfL’s Vent Shaft), with a maximum width throughout of 19.16 metres;
ii. Ordnance Crescent, which extends from a point 55.25 metres west of its junction with Millenium Way westwards to and including its junctions with Drawdock Road and Tunnel Avenue, with a maximum length of 69.90 metres and a maximum width throughout of 14.42 metres;
iii. Tunnel Avenue, which extends from its junction with Ordnance Cresent (give way line) southwards for a length of 23.85 metres, with a maximum width throughout of 24.79 metres.
(b) The second part is irregular shaped, which lies north-west of the corner of Ordnance Crescent and Millenium Way, bounded by Ordnance Crescent to the south, Millennium Way to the east and Waterview Drive to the north, with a maximum area of 431.02 metres squared. The term “stopping up” means that these areas of highway would cease to be public highway.
3. If the Order is made, the stopping up would only be authorised in order to enable the provision of the development described in the Schedule to this Notice to be carried out in accordance with the planning permissions reference 23/0418/R, 23/1253/R, and 23/1250/R granted on 22nd November 2023.
4. Further information may be obtained by telephoning Strategic Transportation on 020 8921 2103.
5. A copy of the proposed Order and the relevant plan are available for inspection by any person, free of charge, during normal office hours until the expiry of those normal office hours on 30th July 2025 at the Directorate of Communities, Environment and Central, Strategic Transportation, Royal Borough of Greenwich, The Woolwich Centre, 35 Wellington Street, SE18 6HQ.
6 Any person who wishes to object to the making of the proposed Order should send a statement in writing by 30th July 2025, specifying the grounds on which any objection is made, to the Council at the following address: Directorate Communities, Environment and Central, Strategic Transportation, Royal Borough of Greenwich, The Woolwich Centre, 35 Wellington Street, SE18 6HQ, or by email to Mark.Page@royalgreenwich.gov.uk (quoting reference PCL/SUO/100009694).
7. Persons objecting to the proposed Order should be aware that in view of the Local Government (Access to Information) Act 1985, this Council would be legally obliged to make any comments received in response to this notice, open to public inspection.
Assistant Director, Strategic Transportation The Woolwich Centre, 35 Wellington Street, SE18 6HQ
Dated 2nd July 2025
SCHEDULE (DESCRIPTION OF DEVELOPMENT – see paragraph 3 above)
To allow the proposed development of Plots 1.02 and 1.03 in the Peninsula Quay area consisting of the provision of 866 residential units (Use Class C3), and 239sqm retail unit (Use Class A1-A5), and associated landscaping, parking, access and associated works.
ROYAL BOROUGH OF GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES FOR RESURFACING WORKS
1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the Royal Borough of Greenwich intends to make an Order to facilitate road resurfacing works under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
2. 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 the following roads or lengths of roads:
(a) Earl Rise, for its entire length.
(b) Heverham Road, for its entire length.
(c) Attlee Road, for its entire length.
(d) Greenwich High Road, for its entire length.
(e) Bostall Hill, for its entire length.
(f) Harvey Gardens, for its entire length.
(g) Romney Road, for its entire length.
(h) Ransom Road, for its entire length.
(i) Well Hall Parade, for its entire length.
(j) Floyd Road, for its entire length.
(k) Craigerne Road, for its entire length.
(l) Conington Road, for its entire length.
(m) Molescroft, for its entire length.
(n) Cresswell Park, for its entire length.
(o) The Slade, for its entire length.
(p) Villas Road, for its entire length.
(q) Glenure Road, for its entire length.
(r) Bassant Road, for its entire length.
(s) Wellington Street, for its entire length.
(t) Brampton Road, from outside property No. 308 Brampton Road to its junction with Bostall Hill.
(u) Langdale Road, for its entire length.
(v) Hillreach, for its entire length.
(w) Crown Woods Lane, for its entire length.
(x) Littledale, for its entire length.
(y) Westcombe Hill, for its entire length.
(z) Charlton Road, for its entire length.
(aa) Mayerne Road, for its entire length.
(bb) Gallosson Road, for its entire length.
(cc) Valley Grove, for its entire length.
(dd) Ladysmith Road, for its entire length.
(ee) Newhaven Gardens, for its entire length.
(ff) Peartree Way, for its entire length.
(gg) Europe Road, for its entire length.
(hh) Congreve Road, for its entire length.
(ii) Greenwich South Street, for its entire length.
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 10th July 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. The works would be conducted on a ‘rolling’ programme and, as such, not all the restrictions stated in paragraph 2 would be in force in all the effected roads.
7. Queries concerning these works should be directed to transportation-admin@royalgreenwich.gov.uk quoting reference 07-25 Road Resurfacing. Assistant Director, Transport, Communities, Environment and Central, Royal Borough of Greenwich
Dated 2nd July 2025
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: 2/07/2025
Victoria Geoghegan
Assistant Director - Planning and Building Control
List of Press Advertisements - 2/07/2025
Publicity for Planning Applications
Applicant: Miss Hou 25/0712/HD
Site Address: 9 BUSHMOOR CRESCENT, PLUMSTEAD, LONDON, SE18 3EG
Development: Conversion of existing garage into a habitable space with a single storey extension to garage, replacement of flat roof with pitched roof, replacement of garage door and installation of new rear window/door (Re-consultation - Amended description).
Conservation Area: SHREWSBURY PARK ESTATE
Applicant: Dr Simon Walker 25/0868/F
Site Address: 19 GLENLUCE ROAD, BLACKHEATH, LONDON, SE3 7SD
Development: Replacement of front roof tiles and repair works to rear roof.
Conservation Area: WESTCOMBE PARK
Applicant: Mr Stepan Fedasiuk 25/1237/HD
Site Address: 520 ROCHESTER WAY, ELTHAM, LONDON, SE9 1SQ
Development: Construction of a loft conversion with 2 dormer windows to rear roof slope and erection of single storey rear extension with pitched roof. (Re-consultation)-(Amended Description)
Conservation Area: PROGRESS ESTATE
Applicant: Mr Platt 25/1724/HD
Site Address: 1 DICKSON ROAD, ELTHAM, LONDON, SE9 6RA
Development: Replacement of existing door with white PVCu and windows with white PVCu with Astragal Bars.
Conservation Area: PROGRESS ESTATE
Applicant: Razvan Serban 25/1796/F
Site Address: 2 CLEANTHUS ROAD, PLUMSTEAD, LONDON, SE18 3DD
Development: Demolition of existing dwellinghouse, construction of a two-storey dwellinghouse, single storey rear extension, increase in ridge heght and all other associated works
Conservation Area: adjacent to Shrewsbury Park Estate
Applicant: Razvan Serban 25/1797/F
Site Address: 2 CLEANTHUS ROAD, PLUMSTEAD, LONDON, SE18 3DD
Development: Demolition of existing dwellinghouse, construction of a two-storey dwellinghouse, single storey rear extension, increase in ridge heght and all other associated works
Conservation Area: adjacent to Shrewsbury Park Estate
Applicant: Mr Bats Guillaume 25/1835/HD
Site Address: 23 RED LION LANE, PLUMSTEAD, LONDON, SE18 4LD
Development: Demolish the existing conservatory and construction of a single storey rear extension.
Conservation Area: WOOLWICH COMMON
Applicant: Mr & Ms Godwin & Boyd 25/1912/HD
Site Address: 38 CHARLTON ROAD, LONDON, SE3 8TT
Development: Replacement of front window and door with a window, alterations to fenestration to the rear extension and installation of a rooflight, construction of a new low parapet to the detached garage and replacement of door, concealing a photovoltaic array and associated works.
Conservation Area: RECTORY FIELD
Applicant: Mr Kelland 25/1981/HD
Site Address: 63 CONGREVE ROAD, ELTHAM, LONDON, SE9 1LW
Development: Replacement of existing windows to the front and rear with white PVCu and Astragal Bars.
Conservation Area: PROGRESS ESTATE
Applicant: Mr Grimley Goodwin Eliis 25/2014/PN2
Site Address: GOODWIN ELLIS, 124-126 PLUMSTEAD COMMON ROAD, PLUMSTEAD, LONDON, SE18 2UL
Development: Prior Approval is sought for a change of use from Class E(c)(ii) first floor professional services office & storage (above 124), to Class C3 (residential) within the extents of the existing building envelope creating a self-contained 1 bedroom flat.
Conservation Area: PLUMSTEAD COMMON
Publicity for Advertisements
Applicant: JD Wetherspoons Ltd 25/1896/A
Site Address: THE GATE CLOCK, CRESCENT ARCADE, LONDON, SE10 9EJ
Development: Installation of a halo illuminated box sign, externally illuminated hanging sign and externally illuminated individual letters.
Conservation Area: WEST GREENWICH
Licensing Team, 1st Floor, Woolwich Centre, 35 Wellington Street, London SE18 6HQ. Tel: 020 8921 8018; Fax: 020 8921 8380; Email: licensing@royalgreenwich.gov.uk
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A PREMISES LICENCE - LICENSING ACT 2003
Notice is given that: MR ZAHEER ABBAS, for and on behalf of ONE STOP FOOD & WINE LTD, has applied for the Grant of a Premises Licence for the following premises: ONE STOP FOOD & WINE, 26 PLUMSTEAD HIGH STREET, LONDON SE18 1SL.
A record of this application may be inspected by appointment. Other persons may make representations to the Council on this application by no later than Friday 25 July 2025 (last date for making representations). Representations can be made in writing, by email or fax using the contact details above. Representations can only be made on the grounds of one or more of the four licensing objectives, namely: ● Prevention of Crime and Disorder ● Prevention of Public Nuisance ● Public Safety ● Protection of Children from Harm.
Any person who makes a false statement in connection with an application is liable on summary conviction to an unlimited fine.
It is proposed that the following licensable activity will take place at the premises: Off-Sale and Supply of Alcohol daily between 07:30 and 23:00 hours, in line with opening times.
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ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) ROSS WAY 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 Southern Cranes Limited who need to carry out works for the removal of a tree.
2. The Order will come into operation on 09/07/25 and 16/07/25 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within the 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 Ross Way outside 13.
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 28/05/25
INTERNAL REF: LA FN781 / LIC NO 73727.
ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - SECTION 14(1) HORN PARK 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 Colfes School for delivery of abnormal loads.
2. The Order will come into operation on 10/07/25 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 waiting (including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading), in Horn Park Lane from the junction of Eltham Road to outside 57 (odd number side).
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: 21/05/25
INTERNAL REF: PL /FN 777 / Lic. No: 73688
VARIATION OF CHARGES FOR ON-STREET PAYMENT PARKING AND PERMITS, AND OFF STREET PAYMENT PARKING AND SEASON TICKETS
1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, commencing 23rd July 2025, the council of the Royal Borough of Greenwich will vary the charges for certain parking permits, the charge for on-street and off-street payment parking and the charges for off-street car park season tickets under the powers conferred by sections 35C and 46A of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, in accordance with regulation 25 of the Local Authorities' Traffic Orders (Procedure) (England and Wales) Regulations 1996.
2. The effect of the variation is:
a) To replace the current charges for on-street and off-street payment parking as set out in Schedule 1 to this Notice, to the corresponding charges set out in Schedule 2 to this Notice.
b) To replace the current charges for on-street Permits as detailed in Schedule 3 to this Notice, to the corresponding charges set out in Schedule 4 to this Notice.
c) To replace the current season ticket charges for the off-street car parks detailed in Schedule 5 to this Notice, to the corresponding charges set out in Schedule 6 to this Notice.
d) All existing charges not included in this Notice will remain the same.
SCHEDULE 1 - EXISTING PAYMENT PARKING CHARGES:
OFF-STREET
Existing Parking Charges for payment parking in off-street car parks
ON-STREET
The amount of the parking charge in respect of a vehicle left in a
following tables in respect of the Pricing Band, specified roads or specified parts of
provided that there shall be no charge for the first 30 minutes during which a vehicle is left in a pay and display parking place or a shared-use parking place in the Eltham North (EN) Controlled Parking Zone, Eltham Outer (EO) Controlled Parking Zone or in the specified roads within the Eltham Centre (EC) Controlled Parking Zone (Court Yard, Kings Orchard, North Park, Passey Place and Wythfield Road only) or Eltham Station (E) Controlled Parking Zone (Eltham Hill only).
ON-STREET and OFF-STREET DISCOUNT/SURCHARGE
The charges (per day, hour or part thereof) when using the Cashless Parking system for on-street and off-street pay and display parking places or shared-use pay and display parking places specified in the tables above shall be subject to the following Discount/Surcharge specified in column (4) of the table below depending on the Vehicle Emissions (gCO2/km) specified in column (3). The discounted charges per hour are listed in columns (5), (6) and (7).
Note: Unregistered vehicles will be charged at DVLA Band 9 SCHEDULE 2 - NEW PAYMENT PARKING CHARGES: OFF-STREET
New Parking Charges for payment parking in off-street car parks ON-STREET
The amount of the parking
SCHEDULE 3 – EXISTING ON-STREET PERMIT CHARGES:
Residents’ permit charges
The charge referred to in paragraph (3) of Article 24 for a resident’s permit valid for a period of 12 months shall be, subject to the provisions of Article 41 and any other relevant provisions of this Order, (a) (i) in respect of a vehicle that is an electric vehicle for, Eltham North (EN) and, £25 (ii) in respect of a vehicle that is an electric vehicle for Abbey Wood (AW), Abbeywood Outer (AO), Charlton (C), Westcombe Park (W), Blackheath Standard (BS) and Charlton Station (CS), £26 (b) the amount specified in the following table in column (2) or (3) according to the number of residents' permits issued to a resident in any period of 12 months, in relation to the controlled parking zone specified in column (1) in respect of which the residents' permit is issued.
(c) the amount specified in the following table in column (5) depending on the Vehicle emissions (gCo2/km) specified in column (3) plus any additional diesel surcharge or additional charge for Multiple Permits per Household, in relation to the Controlled Parking Zone specified in column (1) in respect of which the residents' permit is issued.
Note: Unregistered vehicles will be charged at DVLA Band 13 Business permit charges
(a) The charge referred to in paragraph (3) of Article 25 for a business permit valid for a period of 12 months shall be, subject to the provisions of Article 41 and any other relevant provisions of this
Controlled Parking Zone (1)
Abbey Wood (AW) and Abbeywood Outer (AO)
Eltham North (EN)
Blackheath Standard (BS), Charlton (C), Westcombe Park (W) and Charlton Station (CS)
Blackheath Kidbrooke Gardens Area (BK), Deptford Green Area (DG), Eltham Outer (EO), Eltham Station Area (E), Kidbrooke North (KN), Kidbrooke West (KW), Mottingham (M), New Eltham (N) and Plumstead Station Area (PL),
Woolwich Dockyard (WD)
Blackheath Lee Road Area (BL), Caletock Estate (CT), East Greenwich (EG), Eltham Centre (EC), Elverson Road Station Area (EV), Greenwich Town Centre (G), Kidbrooke East (KE), Plumstead Central (PC), Woolwich Arsenal (WA), Woolwich (WB), and Woolwich Market (WM)
Avery Hill (AH) and Falconwood (FW)
tradesman’s permit charge
12 monthly Nannies' Permit Charge (2)
£112.32
£230.00
£239.20
£124.00
£148.00
£263.00
£116.00
Subject to the provisions of Article 41 and any other relevant provisions of this Order, the charge referred to in paragraph (3) of Article 29 for a tradesman’s permit (excluding Abbey Wood (AW), Abbeywood Outer (AO), Eltham North (EN), Blackheath Standard (BS), Charlton (C), Charlton Station (CS) and Westcombe Park (W) Controlled Parking Zones) valid for a period of 1 week shall be £18.50, pro rata for a period of more than 1 week in increments of 1 week, and the maximum period shall not exceed 6 weeks.
Subject to the provisions of Article 41 and any other relevant provisions of this Order, the charge referred to in paragraph (3) of Article 29 for a tradesman’s permit for Eltham North (EN) valid for a period of 1 week shall be £16.00, pro rata for a period of more than 1 week in increments of 1 week, and the maximum period shall not exceed 6 weeks.
Subject to the provisions of Article 41 and any other relevant provisions of this Order, the charge referred to in paragraph (3) of Article 29 for a tradesman’s permit for Blackheath Standard (BS), Abbey Wood (AW), Abbeywood Outer (AO), Charlton (C), Charlton Station (CS) and Westcombe Park (W) valid for a period of 1 week shall be £16.64, pro rata for a period of more than 1 week in increments of 1 week, and the maximum period shall not exceed 6 weeks.
Residents’ visitors’ voucher charges
The charge referred to in paragraph (3) of Article 30 for a resident’s visitors' voucher valid only on the day, date and month indicated on the voucher after it has been validated, shall be, subject to the provisions of Article 42 and any other relevant provisions of this Order, the amount specified in the following table in column (2) in relation to the controlled parking zone specified in column (1) in respect of which the resident’s visitors' voucher is issued -
Controlled Parking Zone (1)
Abbey Wood (AW) and Abbeywood Outer (AO)
Eltham North (EN)
Resident’s Visitors' Voucher Charge (2)
£7.80 for 10 “daily visitor” vouchers
£4.20 per “daily visitor” vouchers; or £2.10 per “four hour visitor” voucher
Blackheath Standard (BS), Charlton (C), Westcombe Park (W) and Charlton Station (CS) £22.00 for 5 “daily visitor” vouchers; or £11.00 for 5 “four hour visitor” vouchers note: vouchers issued in multiples of 5 or 10 only
Plumstead Station Area (PL),
£9.00 for ten “daily visitor” vouchers Avery Hill (AH) and Falconwood (FW)
Blackheath Kidbrooke Gardens Area (BK), Deptford Green Area (DG), Eltham Outer (EO), Eltham Station Area (E), Kidbrooke North (KN), Kidbrooke West (KW), Mottingham (M) and New Eltham (N)
East Greenwich (EG) and Plumstead Central (PC)
Blackheath Lee Road Area (BL), Caletock Estate (CT), Eltham Centre (EC), Greenwich Town Centre (G), Kidbrooke East (KE), Woolwich Arsenal (WA), Woolwich (WB), Woolwich Dockyard (WD) and Woolwich Market (WM)
Elverson Road Station Area (EV)
Business visitors’ voucher charges
£8.00 for ten “daily visitor” vouchers
£12.00 for ten “daily visitor” vouchers
£21.00 for 5 “daily visitor” vouchers; or £10.75 for 5 “four hour visitor” vouchers note: vouchers issued in multiples of 5 or 10 only
The charge referred to in paragraph (3) of Article 31 for a business visitors' voucher valid only on the day, date and month indicated on the voucher after it has been validated, shall be, subject to the provisions of Article 42 and any other relevant provisions of this Order, the amount specified in the following table in column (2) in relation to the controlled parking zone specified in column (1) in respect of which the business visitors' voucher is issued -
(1)
Blackheath Standard (BS), Charlton (C), Westcombe (W) and Charlton Station (CS)
Estate (CT) and East Greenwich (EG)
Doctor parking permit charge
The charge referred to in paragraph (3) of Article 32 for a doctor permit (excluding Abbey Wood (AW), Abbeywood Outer (AO), Eltham North (EN), Blackheath Standard (BS), Charlton (C), Charlton Station (CS) and Westcombe Park (W) Controlled Parking Zones) valid for a period of 12 months shall be, subject to the provisions of this Order, £263.00.
The charge referred to in paragraph (3) of Article 32 for a doctor permit for Eltham North (EN) valid for a period of 12 months shall be, subject to the provisions of this Order, £216.00.
The charge referred to in paragraph (3) of Article 32 for a doctor permit for Abbey Wood (AW), Abbeywood Outer (AO), Charlton (C), Westcombe Park (W) and Charlton Station (CS) and Blackheath Standard (BS) valid for a period of 12 months shall be, subject to the provisions of this Order, £239.20.
Car club permit charge
The charge referred to in paragraph (3) of Article 33 for a car club permit (excluding Abbey Wood (AW), Eltham North (EN), Blackheath Standard (BS), Charlton (C), Charlton Station (CS) and Westcombe Park (W) Controlled Parking Zones) valid for a period of 12 months shall be, subject to the provisions of this Order, £183.00.
The charge referred to in paragraph (3) of Article 33 for a car club permit for Eltham North (EN), valid for a period of 12 months shall be, subject to the provisions of this Order, £160.00.
The charge referred to in paragraph (3) of Article 33 for a car club permit for Blackheath Standard (BS), Abbey Wood (AW), Abbeywood Outer (AO), Charlton (C), Charlton Station (CS) and Westcombe Park (W) valid for period of 12 months shall be, subject to the provisions of this Order, £166.40.
SCHEDULE 4 – NEW ON-STREET PERMIT CHARGES: Residents’ permit charges
The charge referred to in paragraph (3) of Article 24 for a resident’s permit valid for a period of 12 months, 6 months or 3 months shall be, subject to the provisions of Article 41 and any other relevant provisions of this Order, (a) (i) in respect of a vehicle that is an electric vehicle for Eltham North (EN), and, £25 (ii) in respect of a vehicle that is an electric vehicle for Abbey Wood (AW), Abbeywood Outer (AO), Charlton (C), Westcombe Park (W), Blackheath Standard (BS) and Charlton Station (CS), £26 (b) the amount specified in the following table in columns (5), (6) or (7) depending on the Vehicle emissions (gCo2/km) specified in column (3) plus any additional diesel surcharge or additional charge for Multiple Permits per Household, in relation to the Controlled Parking Zone specified in column (1) in respect of which the residents' permit is issued.
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Note: Unregistered vehicles will be charged at DVLA Band 13
Business permit charges
(a) The charge referred to in paragraph (3) of Article 25 for a business permit valid for a period of 12 months, 6 months or 3 months shall be, subject to the provisions of Article 41 and any other relevant provisions of this Order, the amount specified in the following table in column (5), (6) or (7) depending on the Vehicle emissions (gCo2/km) specified in column (3), in relation to the controlled parking zone specified in column (1) in respect of which the business permit is issued.
Note: Unregistered vehicles will be charged at DVLA Band 13
Nannies’ permit charge
The charge referred to in paragraph (3) of Article 27 for a nanny’s permit valid for a period of 12 months, 6 months or 3 months shall be, subject to the provisions of Article 41 and any other relevant provisions of this Order, the amount specified in the following table in column (2), (3) or (4) in relation to the controlled parking zone specified in column (1) in respect of which the nannies' permit is issued –
Abbey Wood (AW), Abbeywood Outer (AO), Blackheath Kidbrooke Gardens Area (BK), Deptford Green Area (DG), Eltham Outer (EO), Eltham Station Area (E), Kidbrooke North (KN), Kidbrooke West (KW), Mottingham (M), New Eltham (N) and Plumstead Station Area (PL),
Woolwich Dockyard (WD)
Charlton (C), Blackheath Standard (BS), Charlton Station (CS), Westcombe Park (W), Blackheath Lee Road Area (BL), Caletock Estate (CT), East Greenwich (EG), Eltham Centre (EC), Elverson Road Station Area (EV), Greenwich Town Centre (G), Kidbrooke East (KE), Plumstead Central (PC), Woolwich Arsenal (WA), Woolwich (WB), and Woolwich Market (WM)
Avery Hill (AH) and Falconwood (FW)
Tradesman’s permit charge
Subject to the provisions of Article 41 and any other relevant provisions of this Order, the charge referred to in paragraph (3) of Article 29 for a tradesman’s permit valid for a period of 1 week shall be £30.00, pro rata for a period of more than 1 week in increments of 1 week, and the maximum period shall not exceed 6 weeks.
Residents’ visitors’ voucher charges
The charge referred to in paragraph (3) of Article 30 for a resident’s visitors' voucher valid only on the day, date and month indicated on the voucher after it has been validated, shall be, subject to the provisions of Article 42 and any other relevant provisions of this Order, the amount specified in the following table in column (2) in relation to the
Controlled Parking Zone (1)
Abbey Wood (AW), Abbeywood Outer (AO) and Plumstead Station Area (PL),
Avery Hill (AH) and Falconwood (FW)
Blackheath Kidbrooke Gardens Area (BK), Deptford Green Area (DG), Eltham Outer (EO), Eltham Station Area (E), Kidbrooke North (KN), Kidbrooke West (KW), Mottingham (M) and New Eltham (N)
£13.00 for ten “daily visitor” vouchers East Greenwich (EG)
Visitors' Voucher Charge (2)
£22.00 for 5 “daily visitor” vouchers; or £11.00 for 5 “four hour visitor” vouchers note: vouchers issued in multiples of 5 or 10 only Eltham North (EN), Charlton (C), Blackheath Standard (BS), Charlton Station (CS), Westcombe Park (W), Elverson Road Station Area (EV), Blackheath Lee Road Area (BL), Caletock Estate (CT), Eltham Centre (EC), Greenwich Town Centre (G), Kidbrooke East (KE), Woolwich Arsenal (WA), Woolwich (WB), Woolwich Dockyard (WD) and Woolwich Market (WM)
Plumstead Central (PC)
£25.00 for 5 “daily visitor” vouchers; or £13.00 for 5 “four hour visitor” vouchers note: vouchers issued in multiples of 5 or 10 only
£25.00 for 5 “daily visitor” vouchers; or £11.00 for 5 “four hour visitor” vouchers note: vouchers issued in multiples of 5 or 10 only
ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) BLACKWALL LANE PLANNED DIRECTIONAL 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 to carry out repairs on a defective carriageway frame and cover.
2. The Order will come into operation on 19th July 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, proceeding, or waiting (including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading), southbound on Blackwall Lane adjacent to 196 Tunnel Avenue.
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: 09/05/2025
INTERNAL REF - EM/ LA486756 FN774 /LIC No 73585
ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) TRAFALGAR ROAD PLANNED CYCLE LANE CLOSURE (ORDER)
1. The Royal Borough of Greenwich make 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 install poly duct in footway.
2. The Order will come into operation on 7th July 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 cycles from entering, exiting, proceeding, or waiting, in the cycle lane on Trafalgar Road between outside 169 and 177.
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.
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: 07/05/2025
INTERNAL REF - EM/ LA486903 FN772 /LIC No 73558
Tamasin Rhymes has been elected as the new councillor for Shooters Hill following a by-election on Thursday 26 June.
Tamasin Rhymes was declared the winner having received 869 votes. Tamasin will be one of two councillors for Shooters Hill ward, joining Cllr Raja Zeeshan who was elected last November.
Turnout for the by-election was 32.6%, with a total of 2518 ballots cast. The full results, in alphabetical order, are:
• Paul Banks, Reform UK: 402
• Jummy Dawodu, Labour Party: 756
• Tamasin Rhymes, The Green Party: 869
• Kirstie Shedden, Liberal Democrats: 128
• Arnold Edwin Tarling, Independent: 9
• Nazia Atif Tingay, Independent: 57
• Tim Waters, Local Conservatives: 288
Looking for free, family friendly events this summer? Look no further than Royal Greenwich Festivals!
Arts Trust Productions: Summer in the Park
Saturday 5 July, 1pm to 6pm Gallions Park, Thamesmead, SE28 0HJ
Bring your picnic blanket and gather your friends and family, for a vibrant community event featuring folk music, street arts, creative arts, food and craft markets.
Black Female Entrepreneur Greenwich (BFEG): African Masquerade and The Bold Mellon Collective: Give or Take performance and workshops at PARKSfest
Sunday 6 July, 12 noon to 6pm Eltham Park South, SE9 1AH
Enjoy two Royal Greenwich Festivals activities amid Eltham Park South’s PARKfest, including BFEG’s masquerade mask workshops, fashion show, Afrobeat dance competition, cultural food tastings and pop-up market stalls, plus The Bold Mellon Collective host a family friendly live performance and collage workshop from local LGBTQIA+ artists.
See all events: royalgreenwich.gov.uk/rgf-25-lineup
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 ratell 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.
is for applicants in unsatisfactory housing, including people moving due to demolition and those under occupying their homes.
Please note that there will still be some properties with age restrictions so only people of this age group can apply for these. ANYONE ON THE HOUSING LIST CAN APPLY
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.
is for all applicants on the housing register, including those that are in priority bands A and B1/B2.
Number: 681661
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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