Greenwich & Lewisham Weekender - June 18th 2025 by CommunityMattersMedia

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Pick of the Week

Charlton House are hosting their ‘Sneaky Blinder’s dinner, a take on Peaky Blinders, where power loyalty and betrayal collide over an evening of fine dining. Tickets include a three-course meal where suspicions will rise and a crime will demand swift justice.

Date: Friday 27th June. Time: 6:30pm

Location: Charlton House & Gardens, Charlton Road, London, SE7 8RE

Tickets: £55.00 each. To book, get in touch with Relish via email info@relish.co.uk or call 01322 221159.

Stand-Up Comedy on the Cutty Sark, Greenwich (£7.50)

To celebrate Refugee Week 2025, the Cutty Sark is hosting an evening of standup comedy with No Direction Home, a comedy collective featuring new standups from refugee and migrant backgrounds. No Direction Home are a comedy collective produced by Counterpoint Arts featuring new stand-ups from refugee and migrant background.

Suitable for ages 16+. Date: Friday 27th June. Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm

Location: Michael Edwards Studio, Cutty Sark, King William Walk, London SE10 9HT Tickets: Pay what you can: £7.50 or £10. Book here: https://www.rmg.co.uk/whatson/cutty-sark/no-direction-home-stand-comedy-evening

Woolwich Contemporary Print Fair are celebrating their 10th year, brining their ‘Summer Edition’ to London’s Historic Royal Arsenal. The fair is a festival-feel art experience bringing together leading exhibiting galleries and artists. Purchase the best in contemporary print to take home on the day, directly from the artists. Enjoy live music, food and beverage stands, interactive and family-friendly demonstrations and workshops throughout a curated exhibition of stands.

Date: Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th June. Time: 10am-5pm

Location: Woolwich Works, The Fireworks Factory, 11 No 1 St, Royal Arsenal, London SE18 6HD

Tickets: One day tickets are £13.20 standard or £11 adult. Children under the age of 16 are free. Book here: https://www.woolwich.works/events/wcpf-summer-edition-2025

the Queen’s House, Greenwich (FREE)

See the Queen’s House in Greenwich and its collections with a series of free lunchtime talks exploring art, architecture, history and contemporary culture. The term ‘salon’ was used historically to describe social gatherings in the domestic sphere. Speakers at the Salons series include artists, researchers, curators and creative practitioners. ‘The Seeds of Survival’ programme on the 25th June will be a talk from Akousa Paries-Osei will focus on the botanical knowledge of enslaved women who transported African plants and botanicals to the New World.

Date: 25th June

Time: 1-1:30pm

Location: The Queen’s House, Greenwich, Romney Rd, London SE10 9NF Tickets: Free, no booking required

John Willis is author of The People’s War: Unheard Stories, which tells the story of everyday bravery, moments of terror and experiences of ordinary people who lives through World War II. In the early 2000s, the BBC launched its biggest oral history project, which amounted to 47,000 testimonies and over 400 diaries and letters, all of which have been unexplored in archives until now. John Willis will be in conversation with journalist Patrick Kidd, diary editor of the Times and author of The Weak are a Long Time in Politics.

Date: 26th June. Time: 7:30pm-8:30pm

Location: Blackheath Halls (The Hearn Recital Room), 23 Lee Road, Blackheath, London, SE3 9RQ Tickets: £10 per ticket, book here: https://www.blackheathhalls.com/whats-on/john-willis-thepeoples-war/

Salons in

Author Talk at Blackheath Halls (£10 per ticket):

‘Sneaky Blinders’ Murder Mystery Dinner, Charlton (£55)

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Special stamps released to mark 350th anniversary of Greenwich Observatory

The 350th anniversary of the Royal Observatory in Greenwich will be marked with a set of six stamps relating to key aspects of the observatory. writes Evie Flynn.

Featured on the main set of stamps are: the Airy Transit Circle Telescope, Flamsteed House, the great Equatorial Telescope, the Annie Maunder Astrographic Telescope, the Prime Meridian and the Shepherd Gate Clock.

The stamps celebrate the history and scientific developments achieved at the observatory since its foundation in 1675.

A further four stamps will be presented in a miniature sheet and honour prize-winning clockmaker John Harrison and his marine timekeepers ahead of the 250th anniversary of his death in 2016.

The stamp images narrate the story of

the Royal Observatory and its pivotal role in the history of astronomy, timekeeping, and navigation.

The Royal Observatory, Greenwich, was founded by King Charles II in 1675 and was Britain’s first state-funded scientific building. The Observatory was founded to provide better star charts that would enhance navigation for global trade.

Flamsteed House, the Observatory’s original building designed by Christopher Wren, became home to ten successive Astronomers Royal who observed the stars and developed new instruments such as the Airy Transit

Circle and Great Equatorial Telescope.

Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) was made publicly visible via the Shepherd Gate Clock and its distribution via telegraph signals became an essential part of daily life.

The stamps are available to pre-order via their website: www.royalmail.com/royalobservatory or via calling 03457 641 641.

The stamps go on general sale from 12th June

A presentation pack including all 10 stamps is priced at £17.90

Coming soon: Out of Bounds at Brockley Jack

Out of Bounds is the coming-ofage journey of Lall Lalchund, a South African Indian teenager grappling with the turbulence of adolescence within a vibrant and chaotic extended family in Inanda, Durban. Michael Holland...

Through Lall’s eyes, we are drawn into a heartfelt quest to find oneself in a society fractured by race, tradition and expectation.

Set against the charged backdrop of 1980s apartheid South Africa, this masterful work is an exploration of identity, family and cultural heritage. As resonant today as it was at its debut, Out of Bounds is a moving journey through memory and identity.

Out of Bounds has toured internationally, captivating audiences across South Africa, the United Kingdom, India, and the United States. I

It was honoured with the prestigious Fleur du Cap Award for Best New Indigenous Script in 2001.

Venue: Brockley Jack Studio Theatre, 410 Brockley Road, London, SE4 2DH

Box office: www.brockleyjack.co.uk or 0333 666 3366

(£1.80 fee for phone bookings only)

Dates: Tuesday 22 July – Saturday 2 August 2025 at 7.30pm.

Tickets: £17, £15 conc., 14+.

Running time: Eighty five minutes with no intervalDates to attend the free skating events are:

Sunday 15th June from 4pm - 8pm

Sunday 27th July from 4pm - 8pm

Sunday 24th August from 4pm - 8pm

We were given Photo ID and a Number and told to enter Storehouse via the side door of a huge riverside warehouse where we had to negotiate our way through huge reels of paper and into a room with your designated number on, writes Michael Holland...

An IT geek gave us a rundown on the birth of the internet and the rise of fake news - the subliminal message being how the media manipulates the information it sends out.

What nobody else in that room of Number 5s knew was that the last owner of that warehouse at Convoys Wharf was Rupert Murdoch and one of the last jobs my father had as a stevedore was unloading the paper for the Murdoch empire at that site.

Storehouse evolved from an idea Liana Patarkatsishvilli had when she asked herself: ‘How are we manipulated, and why don’t we see it happening?’

She didn’t want to answer it in a lecture hall but through a live, immersive experience.

A team was pulled together to plan, write, design and build until that spark of an idea became real in a Deptford warehouse.

Storehouse is where every piece of data since the dawn of the communication highway is kept. But there is a power outage, data leaks, and we - the Trustees of Storehouse - need to save it.

You quickly become mesmerised by the angles and textures in this strange world, with its ever-changing light and soundscape forming the hypnotic backdrop that you only become conscious of when a voice gives you information or instructions. And there is a lot of data to take in while you are distracted by various characters appearing with more details to add to the story and the journey through this wonderland of delights.

We were invited into willow forests of fibre-optic cable, where the walls whispered, a candy floss library with books written in Binary Code.

Are we being manipulated? Should we believe everything we are told or shown?

Someone actually hissed in my ear to ‘Watch out for that one’, while pointing out one of the most important players.

As I turned to ask for more details I could see the whisperer scuttling off, back down the tunnel we had just came through.

At one point we were handed lanterns that we could control by switching them to blue or red in order to place our votes to questions posed to the group. However, our control was taken away at one point and another power was changing our lanterns’ colours to vote for us. Technology had taken over.

Storehouse is so relevant right now. The country was convinced by a bombardment of lies and personalised, targeted online propaganda to believe Brexit was a good thing; Elon Musk says he bought himself a President with his media platform, the right wing press gave us Bojo Johnson.

People need to seriously think about where their news is coming from and whether it has a bias designed to deflect their thoughts.

Storehouse is a major happening, a triumph of design (Alice Helps) a crucial event; it is much more than 90 minutes of visual and audial fun - It is a warning!

Deptford Storehouse, Off New King Street, Grove Street, London, SE8 3AA from Tuesday 4th June – 20th September. Times: Wed, Thu, Fri - 6pm & 8pm; Sat - 3pm, 5pm & 8pm; Sun - 12pm, 2pm & 5pm. 90 minutes. Admission: £27.50 - £47.50

Booking and full details: https:// www.sageandjester.com

The South London studio that’s changing lives

Struggling with back or joint pain? Meet the founder of Ankor Pilates, writes Kevin Quinn...

Knowing first hand how miserable back pain can feel, one woman set up Pilates classes in South London to help others overcome back pain.

Set up in 2017 and having helped over 1,000 people, Ankor Pilates now runs classes across Lewisham in New Cross and Telegraph Hill, as well as Nunhead and East Dulwich.

These Pilates classes also have the added benefit of improving the sufferer’s overall well-being, said founder Zoe, who personally battled chronic low back pain for over a decade.

“I suffered from chronic low back pain for over ten years. It impacted my daily life, and I tried countless treatments with little success,” she said.

“Eventually, I discovered Pilates, and it became a game-changer in my recovery. Experiencing the incredible benefits first hand, I felt compelled to help others who were struggling with similar pain. That’s why I founded Ankor Pilates—to offer a space where people can access expert guidance, effective exercises, and holistic support to manage and ultimately heal back pain.

We spoke to Zoe to learn more and see what sets Ankor Pilates apart from other studios:

“Our entire focus is on pain relief and rehabilitation, especially for those with back pain. Unlike traditional fitness-focused Pilates studios, we integrate expert-led consultations, personalised programming, and additional wellness resources, such as stress management and dietary advice, to

ensure a holistic approach to healing.

“But beyond that, we pride ourselves on being a truly welcoming, non-judgmental space. We know our members by name, and we attract a wide range of people — we’re definitely not some boujie studio with lululemon-clad 20 year olds (no shade to them!)

“Many of our instructors have also experienced chronic pain themselves, so we truly understand what our members are going through.

You’ve helped over 1,000 members since launching in 2017. What’s your approach to ensuring people get real results?

“We believe that everyone’s journey to recovery is unique, so we take a personalised approach. Our instructors customise exercises to each individual, focusing on strengthening core and back muscles to improve spinal alignment and mobility.

“We also offer one-on-one consultations to assess pain levels, discuss lifestyle factors, and create the best plan for each person. Our goal is to make pain a thing of the past so our members can enjoy life to the fullest.”

How did you know there was a demand for a Pilates studio specialising in back pain?

“Back pain is one of the most common physical issues people face, yet many don’t receive the right kind of support. I knew firsthand how frustrating it is to feel stuck with pain and not know where to turn. Seeing how effective Pilates was for me, I realized there was space for a specialised service that not

only teaches Pilates but also provides expert-backed guidance for pain relief.

“From the moment we opened, we had people telling us how grateful they were to find a service like ours, and how welcomed and supported they felt.”

Your studio focuses on Pilates for back pain. Why did you choose this specific approach?

“Mat based Pilates is one of the most effective ways to build strength, mobility, and flexibility without putting stress on the joints. It’s especially beneficial for back pain because it targets abdominal, hip and spinal muscles that support the spine.

“We keep our classes small to ensure that every client receives personal attention and adjustments, making sure they’re doing the exercises safely and effectively. It also helps to reduce stress, because we focus so much on breathing and relaxation, whilst moving.

“Lastly, it’s accessible! All the movements you learn in class you can practice at home, unlike a Reformer class.”

How has the journey been since launching Ankor Pilates?

“Like any business, we’ve faced our fair share of challenges, but our mission keeps us going.

“Every day, we see people walk in with pain and leave feeling better, which is incredibly rewarding.

“The demand for specialised back pain support has been growing, and we’ve been able to expand to multiple locations across

What challenges have you faced along the way?

“COVID was a huge challenge for the business but we kept running and moved everything online, then reopened as soon as we could.

“A personal challenge is balancing the demands of the business with staying up to date with the latest research on pain management so we can continue to provide the best care possible. I try to dedicate at least a day a week to further learning.

What do you love most about running Ankor Pilates?

The best part is seeing the transformation in our members. Many come to us feeling hopeless about their pain, and uncertain what to do. After working with us, they’re moving better, feeling stronger, and regaining confidence.

“Hearing someone say, “I can lift my kid again without worrying about my back” or “My back feels 10 years younger” is what makes it all worthwhile!”

Do you host events to build a sense of community?

“Absolutely! We offer workshops focused on pain relief and anatomical topics linked to back pain.

“We also hold social events to connect our members, and we’re always looking for new ways to support our community beyond the studio.”

Pilates can seem intimidating for beginners, especially those dealing with pain. What would you say to someone who’s never tried it before?

“We completely understand that starting something new can be daunting, especially if you’re in pain. But I’d reassure anyone who’s thinking about taking the next step that our team is incredibly welcoming, and our classes are tailored to all levels.

“We encourage you to go at your own pace, and we offer an introductory class for free to help you get started.

“You don’t have to live with pain—we’re here to help you gain confidence moving again and heal your back pain for good.

“Grab your free intro class by visiting our website today.

“We run pilates classes in New Cross, Telegraph Hill, Nunhead and East Dulwich.”

To find out more visit ankorpilates.com

South East London to meet that need.

Greenwich Ikea objects to 1,200 flats on top of its carpark

Greenwich planners want to approve plans to build over 1,200 flats on top of Ikea’s car park but the Swedish retail furniture giant is against the proposal, writes Cameron Blackshaw - Local Democracy Reporter...

Ikea has objected to the plans. According to planning reports, it asserted it has “unencumbered rights” over the car park next to its Greenwich store that opened six years ago in the Millennium Leisure Park.

The report also states that Ikea raised concerns that the development would result in a loss of parking spaces and would have a “significant adverse impact” on its retail operations during its six-year construction period.

To build the proposal’s 1,251 flats, 1,600sp metres of commercial space and 15,500sp metres of public space, the B&Q and Tradepoint stores at the leisure park would be demolished. Ikea, Sainsbury’s petrol station and the Odeon cinema would be retained.

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.

Plans to build on the car park were first presented to Greenwich Council by property developer London Square in 2020 before it eventually dropped out reportedly due to spiralling costs.

The current plans were put forward by Weybourne Group, a business group owned by British inventor and business magnate James Dyson. First presented last year, the proposal was updated in April following Ikea’s refusal to allow

future reductions in car parking.

Alongside Ikea, The Greenwich Society has also objected to the plans because no healthcare facilities have been included. The society argued that existing GP practices in the area lack the capacity to accommodate the influx in patients the proposal would likely cause.

The NHS was formally consulted as part of the planning process, with the health service stating that the financial contribution of £1,281,000 agreed by the developer was enough to mitigate the

lack of additional healthcare floorspace. Most of this money would go towards providing additional capacity at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Woolwich.

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.

Greenwich planners have recommended that full planning permission be granted for Peninsula Gardens as the proposal will deliver a significant amount of homes that aligns with helping to achieve the borough’s housing target.

Greenwich Council’s Planning Board will make a decision on the plans at its next meeting this week.

Seven candidates vying to be next councillor for Shooters Hill in Greenwich

Seven candidates will stand in an upcoming Greenwich byelection following the resignation of a Labour councillor, writes Cameron Blackshaw - Local Democracy Reporter...

Ivis Williams had been a councillor for seven years when she announced her resignation on May 8.

She has since confirmed in a Greenwich Wire article and on X that she quit her role after being threatened with a six-week suspension for speaking out against the disposal of the Greenwich Equestrian Centre and the sale of a bungalow which a community centre had hoped to take over.

Following her resignation, a byelection will be held in Shooters Hill on Thursday, June 26 to decide which of the seven candidates will replace her as borough councillor.

Paul Banks is the Reform UK candidate. His party has described

has been officially endorsed by the outgoing councillor Ivis WIlliams. A Shooters Hill resident for 17 years, Tamasin hopes to provide her ward with “a strong independent voice to protect its interests and concerns”.

She said: “It is vital to protect our community facilities, which need security of tenure, and not to have bits of it sold off piece by piece.

“To deal with anti-social behaviour and knife crime we desperately need more safe spaces and youth centres for our young people.

him as “a lifelong borough resident” who is “sociable, courteous, and unbiased”.

A local party spokesperson said: “He joined Reform UK, passionately believing it’s the only party truly representing UK citizens. Standing as a candidate, he aims to give locals a real chance to vote for meaningful change and a brighter future.”

Jummy Dawodu will be standing for The Labour Party. According to a campaign poster, if elected she will focus on repairing roads and fixing potholes, making streets safer by combatting crime and anti-social behaviour, as well as tackling flytipping to keep Shooters Hill clean.

Green candidate Tamasin Rhymes

“The Cubs and Scouts, who provide exactly this, need a secure home and the property at Shrewsbury House, which the council agreed to sell off, would be a potential venue.”

Tamasin also promised that if elected, she would work on getting the council to engage with the community more on environmental issues, tackling shoplifting in Herbert Road, cracking down on fly tipping and building more social housing in Greenwich.

The party chair of the Greenwich Liberal Democrats will stand for the party in the Shooters Hill by-election. Kirstie Shedden has lived in the ward for nearly 30 years, with the Lib Dems promising she would be “a

great local champion” if elected.

Kirstie said: “Labour has taken voters for granted in Shooters Hill. Selling off precious open land and buildings that could be used for community use without consultation shows that Labour isn’t listening to residents.

“The callous disposal of Green Garth, part of the Shrewsbury House listed estate and the Equestrian Centre, our Olympic legacy, without consultation shows that Labour isn’t listening to residents in our local neighbourhood.”

Arnold Tarling and Nazia Tingay are the two independents standing in the Shooters Hill by-election.

Arnold previously stood as an independent in Eltham and Chislehurst during the 2024 General Election as well as in the Eltham Town & AVery Hull ward during a by-election last October.

Arnold runs a Facebook page called We Love Eltham on which he documents his work planting greenery in public spaces and cleaning up street infrastructure throughout Eltham.

Nazia, who says she has lived in Greenwich for over two decades, is standing on a pro-

Palestine ticket with promises to “fight against racism and division in our community” and “listen to constituents on issues that matter to them”.

On a campaign poster she said: “Shooters Hill deserves a fully committed councillor who is here to stay and who is ready to listen and support the community on the issues that affect us all.

“From threats to NHS services to the over development of community and green spaces, I believe Shooters Hill needs an informed, ethical, independent voice speaking up on issues.”

Conservative candidate Tim Waters is standing “to give a voice to the residents of Shooters Hill and to stand up for them where previously they have been ignored”.

He said: “This Labour Council refuses to listen to its residents or take their concerns seriously, whether it is about selling off community assets or displacing congested traffic onto the boundary roads of an unwanted LTN, they are consistently ignoring what the majority of people want.”

Last weekend two hustings events were held ahead of the by-election.

Conservative candidate Tim Waters

Green candidate Tamasin Rhymes, who is being backed by the outgoing councillor

Firework factory accidents

Mary Mills

A couple of weeks ago I did an article about a 19th century explosion in a Greenwich fireworks factory on the site where Tunnel Avenue is now. I also talked about the work of Government explosives inspector, Vivian Majendie.

I’ve found loads and loads of reports of explosions in local factoriessome are really horrific with many casualties, but usually the information about them is available because of the detailed research done by Majendie and his team –which was then reported in the press...

In 1887 there was another accident at the Robson and Dyern firework factory.

As I said in the earlier article they had a house and offices on the site which is now the chip shop in Woolwich Road - and there was a footpath which went back into the works and consisted of lots of little wooden huts with tarred roofs spaced out in a field. Inside the hut was a wooden floor covered with oil cloth, with the portion near the door covered with a thin sheet lead and a work bench which ran round the interior of the building.

One of the regulations was that explosives had to be handled in small buildings with only one or two people working in each. These workers were required to wear special woolen clothing and were forbidden to have any pockets.

The ‘fireworks’ they made were not just for fun. A major part of their work was making the distress flares which every ship needed to carry.

On 11th June 1887 Catherine Allman was at work in one of the isolated huts at Robson’s. With her were an older woman, Mary Masters, and also Anne Lake and Elizabeth

Millman, the forewoman. Most of these women lived locally in a small community in Blackwall Lane –many of whom were Irish immigrants. Catherine was a lodger with the Mahoney family whose daughter, Mary, had died in an explosion at the works five years previously.

Mrs. Millman had already made an explosive preparation for green star Roman candles in another shed. She had brought it in to be dampened with methylated spirits and made into stars in copper moulds. These candles were used as signals on the South Western Railway Steamers from Southampton and the chemicals used were an unusual mixture. Mary Masters was filling ‘lights’ with layers of different coloured ‘composition’. Anne Lake was filling small paper cones with ‘red fire composition’. Catherine Allman was pressing bright stars for ‘Very Signal Cartridges’ to be used as part of a large order for the Jubilee Naval Review.

The explosion, when it came, was ‘like the firing of a pistol’.

It took a great deal of detective work on the part of the Government Inspectorate to work out exactly what had happened. First they examined the shed in which the work had been carried out. It was not structurally damaged but the windows were broken and the tar had melted from the roof. Inside everything was scorched. They then visited the women in hospital and asked where the explosion had

come from. They carefully noted down what each said and then tried to plot the right spot in the shed. They also compared the burns which the women had suffered and worked out where each of them had been.

It was concluded that the problem was Mrs Millman’s green stars. It was a very hot day and experiments in the laboratory at Woolwich were able to prove that some of the ingredients might have become unstable when warmed. In addition it was probable that she was working ‘briskly’ –unconsciously jolting the explosive. It was shown that Mrs. Millman, a very skilled workwoman and highly praised by everybody, could not possibly have known this and no blame could be attributed to her.

Catherine Allman and Mrs. Millman although badly burnt were protected by their special clothing and lived. Five years earlier Michael Mahoney had had to identify his daughter’s body but this time he was spared. Both women were well enough to give evidence at the inquest into the deaths of the other two, Anne Lake and Mary Masters. Once again the cause of death was ‘exhaustion following burns’.

Majendie’s annual reports to the government on explosives and explosions list every conceivable related incident in the British Isles. His reports are models of clarity and common sense. Six years later he referred to the accident at East Greenwich in his report on an explosion at the huge Brock factory in South Norwood. Brock’s was an old established fireworks business originating in the 17th century and which lasted until recently when it was finally sold to a Chinese company and the British works closed down. They had works on several sites and the South Norwood one had been set up to provide displays at Crystal Palace.

In this accident George Nurse was doing work ‘not considered dangerous’. He was shifting ‘stars’ from one box to another when something caused them to ignite. The only cause for the explosion seemed to be the sun’s rays, which were ‘pouring in at the door’.

Mr. Brock talked about the advice he had received from the Government Inspectors in the Royal Arsenal. Majendie and his team ‘were very stringent’ but were quite unable to account for the cause of the explosion.

Captain I. Thompson, was an inspector

under the Explosives Act, who worked under Colonel Majendie. He had thoroughly examined the scene of the accident and as far as he and Colonel Majendie could see, everything was satisfactory. Some experiments had been carried out, to determine whether it was likely that the explosion was caused when emptying crimson stars from one box to another. He reported that every chlorate mixture containing sulphur was liable to spontaneous ignition – including the amber, purple, and green stars. Thus with a high temperature, the spontaneous combustion and ignition took place in the box containing the stars. ‘They had been there since the occasion of the Royal Wedding, during which period the weather had been hotter than at any time since the Jubilee year’.

Majendie lived at 23 Victoria Way and I have yet to find out where that building was - it must have been one of the large houses to the south of Wellington Gardens. Thanks to Pauline at Royal Greenwich Heritage Trust who has found that when he died he was living at a house called Springfield with the address of Charlton Road. It was on the corner with Charlton Church Lane where the Springfield flats now are –obviously

 Col.V. Majendie

 Brock Crystal Palace Fireworks

 one of their products

named after the house. There was great difficulty in building there because of the steep slope and the spring.

Majendie’s unusual name came from his background of a Hugonaught family – the great grandson of the original immigrant.

He was knighted in 1895 following a

career which included acts of great personal bravery. Ian has told me about how he has met explosives experts and members of bomb disposal units in his research at the Royal Arsenal and how Majendie is very much remembered and how much of his work is still relevant today.

Why don’t we put a plaque up to him?

 Government notice re.Dyer and Robson

ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) VANBRUGH PARK PLANNED PARKING RESTRICTIONS (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 Gas Networks to carry out replacement of gas mains.

2. The Order will come into operation on 23rd June 2025 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 1 month. 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), in Vanbrugh Park from the junction of Westcombe Hill to outside 18 and from outside 79 to the junction of St Johns Park.

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 :30/05/2025

INTERNAL REF - EM/ LA484171 FN789 /LIC No 73758

ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) WEST PARKSIDE 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 Tiger Highways who need to carry out mobile crane operation for dismantling tower cranes.

2. The Order will come into operation on 5th July 2025 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 6 days with planned dates on 5th – 6th, 12th – 13th, 19th -20th July 2025 and backup dates on 26th -27th July 2025, between 06:00 to 18:00 daily. 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 West Parkside at the junction with John Harrison Way or banning of turning movements from John Harrison Way to West Parkside.

4. Whilst the Order is in operation traffic will be diverted via the placing of the appropriate signage. Prohibitions remain in force; pedestrians will be directed to use the alternative footway on Pilot Busway, and vehicle access will be maintained wherever possible.

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: 03/06/2025

INTERNAL REF - EM/ THQ2642- CRANES FN 783 /LIC No 73790

ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - Section 14(1) WILMOUNT 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 Thames Water who need to carryout rectify a carriageway defect.

2. The Order will come into operation on 01/072025 and would continue to be valid for 18 months.However, the works are expected to take 8 days. The duration of the Order can be extended with theapproval of the Secretary of State for Transport.

3. The effect of the Order would be to temporarily prohibit vehicles from entering, exiting, proceeding, orwaiting (including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading), in Wilmount Street from thejunction of Woolwich New Road to the junction of Anglesea Avenue and to reverse the one way inAnglesea Avenue. Wilmount Street will be open to two-way traffic between Woolwich New Road andAnglesea Avenue for the purposes of access.

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 whereverpossible.

5. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a policeconstable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used inconnection with the works.

6. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall beindicated 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 Directorateof Regeneration, Enterprise & Skills on 020 8921 6340.

Ryan Nibbs Assistant Director, Transport. The Woolwich Centre, 35 Wellington Street, SE18 6HQ

Dated 18/03/2025 13:08

ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) WOOLWICH 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 Network Rail who need to carry out examination works at the rail over road bridge.

2. The Order will come into operation on 26th June 2025 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 1 night (26/06/2025 22:00 – 27/06/2025 06:00). The duration of the Order can be extended with the approval of the Secretary of State for Transport.

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: 05/03/2025

INTERNAL REF - EM/ LA484291 FN758 /LIC No 73033

ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) HOSKINS STREET PLANNED ROAD CLOSURE (ORDER)

2. The Order will come into operation on 24th June 2025 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 3 days. The duration of the Order can be extended with the approval of the Secretary of State for Transport.

3. The effect of the Order would be to temporarily prohibit vehicles from entering, proceeding, or waiting (including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading), in Hoskins Street at the junction of Trenchard Street. Additionally, one-way restrictions will be imposed on Trenchard Street prohibiting vehicular entry from the junction with Greenwich Park Street.

4. Whilst the Order is in operation no traffic diversion is required as this is a dead-end road. Prohibitions remain in force; pedestrians are not affected, and vehicle access will be maintained wherever possible.

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: 02/05/2025

INTERNAL REF - EM/ LA485565 FN769 /LIC No 73530

ROYAL BOROUGH OF GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) TEMPORARY FOOTPATH CLOSURE – PLUMSTEAD ROAD

1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the Royal Borough of Greenwich has made an Order to facilitate the construction of Plumstead Regeneration and Improvement Project under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.

2. The effect of the Order will be to temporarily:

(a) On Plumstead Road north side footpath, from the western entrance to the tunnel under the northern junction of Pettman Crescent in a westerly direction for 60 metres.

(b) From the western entrance to the tunnel under the northern junction of Pettman Crescent, along the Plumstead Road north side footpath, to the eastern entrance to the tunnel under the southern junction of Pettman Crescent.

(c) On Plumstead High Street footpath link to the tunnel under Pettman Crescent, north side, from the eastern entrance to the tunnel under the southern junction of Pettman Crescent to its junction with Plumstead High Street north side footpath.

(d) On Pettman Crescent footpath link to the tunnel under Pettman Crescent, east side, from the eastern entrance to the tunnel under the southern junction of Pettman Crescent to its junction with Nathan Way.

(e) On The Ridgeway northern section, from the eastern entrance to the tunnel under the southern junction of Pettman Crescent to its junction with Nathan Way to the east of Shurgard Self Storage.

(f) On The Ridgeway southern section, from Old Coal Yard to its junction with the Ridgeway northern section approximately 138.5 metres north-east of Shurgard Self Storage.

3. Whilst the Order is in operation pedestrians will be diverted via the footpaths on:

(a) the Ridgeway northern section, Nathan Way, Pettman Crescent, Plumstead High Street and Vice Versa.

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(b) Plumstead Road north side, across the traffic island at the northern junction of Pettman Crescent and Plumstead Road, Plumstead Road south side and Vice Versa.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. Whilst the closures are in operation, pedestrian access to properties affected by these works would be maintained wherever possible subject to the extent and operations of the works.

7. The Order would come into force on Monday 23rd June 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.

8. Queries concerning these works should be directed to ben.murphy@royalgreenwich.gov.uk quoting reference 06-25 Plumstead Road.

Assistant Director, Transport, Communities, Environment and Central, Royal Borough of Greenwich

Dated 18th June 2025

BOROUGH of GREENWICH

ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1)

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 sewer repair.

2. The Order will come into operation on 3rd 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.

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: 06/05/2025

INTERNAL REF - EM/ LA472046 FN770 /LIC No 73543

ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) TUNNEL AVENUE PLANNED ROAD CLOSURE (ORDER)

1. The Royal Borough of Greenwich makes this Order in exercise of powers under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. This is to facilitate works by Thames Water who need to rebuild a manhole chamber.

2. The Order will come into operation on 23rd June 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.

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: 12/05/2025

INTERNAL REF - EM/ LA482385 FN776 /LIC No 73589

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: 18/06/2025

Victoria Geoghegan

Assistant Director - Planning and Building Control

List of Press Advertisements - 18/06/2025

Publicity for Planning Applications

Applicant: Mrs Bernadette Enright 25/0242/HD

Site Address: 22 GLOUCESTER CIRCUS, LONDON, SE10 8RY

Development: Construction of a garden studio to the rear garden and associated works.

Conservation Area: WEST GREENWICH

Applicant: HSBC Corporate Real Estate 25/0750/F

Site Address: HSBC BANK, 13-15 WELLINGTON STREET, WOOLWICH, LONDON, SE18 6PH

Development: Replacement of principle entrance doors on a like for like basis and installation of letterbox.

Conservation Area: Woolwich Conservation Area

Applicant: Mr Simon Warner BT Telecommunications PLC 25/0939/F

Site Address: PAVEMENT OUSIDE OF 35-39 POWIS STREET, WOOLWICH, LONDON, SE18 6HZ

Development: Replacement of existing InLink Unit with a BT Street Hub 3 Unit, including two illuminated displays and all other associated works

Conservation Area: Woolwich Conservation Area

Applicant: Mr & Mrs Kinman 25/1033/HD

Site Address: 143 WESTCOMBE HILL, BLACKHEATH, LONDON, SE3 7DP

Development: Construction of a part ground floor side rear infill extension.

Conservation Area: WESTCOMBE PARK

Applicant: Mr Dimitar Kadiyski 25/1134/HD

Site Address: 47 STRAIGHTSMOUTH, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 9LB

Development: Demolition of the rear external WC, the creation of new window and door openings on the rear and left side facades and the replacement of all existing windows and doors.

Conservation Area: WEST GREENWICH

Applicant: c/o Agent 25/1135/HD

Site Address: 30 HYDE VALE, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8QH

Development: Installation of 8no. external CCTV security cameras and associated works.

Conservation Area: WEST GREENWICH

Applicant: . University of Greenwich 25/1276/F

Site Address: University of Greenwich, Avery Hill Road, London, SE9 2UG

Development: Retention of three existing temporary modular buildings for permanent use (Use Class F1a), (previously granted under LPA reference number 19/2489/F), together with other works incidental to the development.

(THIS IS A DEPARTURE FROM THE DEVELOPMENT PLAN).

Applicant: Mr Serkan Boyraz 25/1463/F

Site Address: 33 THE VILLAGE, LONDON, SE7 8UG

Development: Part demolition of the rear of the existing building to facilitate the construction of a three-storey rear extension including part of the existing single dwellinghouse at first floor to create a five bedroom HMO with a maximum capacity of five persons along with additional commercial space, formation of basement and associated cycle parking and refuse storage.

Conservation Area: CHARLTON VILLAGE

Applicant: The Hyde Group 25/1640/F

Site Address: 23 Vicarage Park, London, SE18 7SX

Development: Replacement of windows to all elevations with double glazed white finished Timber side hung casement style windows to match existing styles and sizes and all other associated alterations

Conservation Area: PLUMSTEAD COMMON

Applicant: Mrs Alison Bateman 25/1649/HD

Site Address: 80 & 82 MEADOWCOURT ROAD, BLACKHEATH, LONDON, SE3 9DY

Development: Construction of a single storey rear extension and first floor extension, garage conversion and front infill to number 82, alongside a single storey rear extension and first floor extension and front infill to number 80.

Conservation Area: BLACKHEATH PARK

Applicant: Mr Edward Kitchen 25/1680/HD

Site Address: 59 OLD WOOLWICH ROAD, LONDON, SE10 9PP

Development: Construction of a single storey side rear infill extension and associated works.

Conservation Area: EAST GREENWICH

Applicant: Triplerose Ltd 25/1700/F

Site Address: WOODLANDS HEIGHTS, VANBRUGH HILL, BLACKHEATH, LONDON, SE3 7EL

Development: Proposed extension to existing 5-storey building to provide an additional floor of residential floorspace comprising of 2 x 2 bedroom and 6 x 1 bedroom units with respective private amenity spaces, provision of additional cycle and waste storage, new loading bays, new pedestrian access from Vanbrugh Hill and accessable ramp, associated landscaping and tree removal, and all associated works. (This application may affect the setting of the Westcombe Park and Greenwich Park Conservation Areas).

Conservation Area: WESTCOMBE PARK

Applicant: Mr & Mrs Taylor 25/1725/HD

Site Address: 62 PRINCE RUPERT ROAD, LONDON, SE9 1LA

Development: Construction of a single storey rear extension (Re-consultation - Amended Description and Plans).

Conservation Area: PROGRESS ESTATE

Applicant: Mr Woolgar 25/1755/HD

Site Address: 73 ASHRIDGE CRESCENT, PLUMSTEAD, LONDON, SE18 3EA

Development: Construction of a single-storey rear extension, including the conversion of the existing garage to a habitable room. Installation of a new roof light to the front roof slope, enlargement of existing driveway and all associated works.

Conservation Area: SHREWSBURY PARK ESTATE

Applicant: GHL CDL Morden Limited 25/1756/R

Site Address: Modern Wharf, Tunnel Avenue, Greenwich, London, SE10 0NU

Development: Reserved Matters submission (Access, Appearance, Landscaping, Layout and Scale) relating to land associated with unit B01 submitted pursuant to condition 41 of planning permission 20/1730/O comprising a two-way access road connecting Sea Witch Lane, together with 18 line-marked car parking bays.

Applicant: Xiaojing Zhang 25/1798/HD

Site Address: 70 MEADOWCOURT ROAD, LONDON, SE3 9DY

Development: Construction of a ground floor rear extension, part first floor side extension, new front porch, raising the ridge of side extension roof, floor plan redesign and all other associated works.

Conservation Area: adjacent to Blackheath Park

Applicant: Mr Rashbrook-Cooper 25/1804/HD

Site Address: 76 ARSENAL ROAD, ELTHAM, LONDON, SE9 1JY

Development: Demolition of existing rear ground floor extension and conservatory, for the erection of single storey rear extension, loft conversion of existing loft with two rear rooflights and replacement of front entrance door. Resubmission of the existing consent Ref: 21/3854/HD.

Conservation Area: PROGRESS ESTATE

Applicant: Kunle Awosanya 25/1863/HD

Site Address: 18 TRAFALGAR GROVE, LONDON, SE10 9TB

Development: Installation of a vehicle crossover.

Conservation Area: EAST GREENWICH

Publicity for Listed Building Consent

Applicant: Mrs Bernadette Enright 25/0243/L

Site Address: 22 GLOUCESTER CIRCUS, LONDON, SE10 8RY

Conservation Area: WEST GREENWICH

Listed Building: Grade 2

Development: Construction of a garden studio to the rear garden and associated works.

Applicant: Mr Rob Jones The Royal Parks 25/1708/L

Site Address: LMC Building, Vanburgh Yard, Greenwich Park, London, SE10 8QY

Development: Proposed side extension including replacement of windows, roof lights and doors, and internal alterations.

Conservation Area: GREENWICH PARK

Listed Building: Grade 2

Applicant: Dr John Rainbird 25/1767/L

Site Address: 8 FEATHERS PLACE, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 9NE

Development: Replacment of a casement window with a traditional sash window at the lower ground floor level & repair of the the top floor rear bedroom window.

Conservation Area: GREENWICH PARK

Listed Building: Grade 2

Publicity for Advertisements

Applicant: BT Telecommunications PLC 25/0940/A

Site Address: PAVEMENT OUSIDE OF 35-39 POWIS STREET, WOOLWICH, LONDON, SE18 6HZ

Development: Replacement of existing InLink Unit with a BT Street Hub 3 Unit, including two illuminated displays and all other associated works

Conservation Area: Woolwich Conservation Area

Applicant: Mrs Qin 0086 Woolwich Ltd 25/1848/A

Site Address: Ground floor commercial unit in Building A4, Royal Arsenal Riverside

Development: Installation of illuminated fascia and projecting signage for a new supermarket located at Block A4, Royal Arsenal Riverside, Woolwich

ROYAL GREENWICH FESTIVALS FREE SUMMER PROGRAMME IS HERE

The Royal Borough of Greenwich’s summer celebration is back with over 25 free Royal Greenwich Festivals events bringing music, dance, theatre, food, arts and carnival culture to every corner of the borough.

The programme runs from Saturday 7 June to Sunday 14 September and features a diverse range of festivals, performances, exhibitions and workshops delivered by both local and international artists, organisations and performers.

We’ll be dropping weekly updates of what’s coming up here, so don’t forget to check back every Wednesday!

WHAT’S UP NEXT...

Arts Trust Productions: Summer in the Park

Sunday 29 June, 1pm to 6pm Maryon Park, Charlton, SE7 8EN

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.

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

Sunday 6 July, 12 noon to 6pm PARKSfest, Eltham Park South, SE9 1AH

A carnival amid Eltham's PARKSfest, including masquerade mask workshops, fashion show, Afrobeat dance competition, cultural food tastings and pop-up market stalls.

The Bold Melon Collective: Give or Take performance and workshops Sunday 6 July, 12 noon to 6pm PARKSfest, Eltham Park South, SE9 1AH

A family friendly live performance and collage workshop from local LGBTQIA+ artists.

See all events: royalgreenwich.gov.uk/rgf-25-lineup

HOW DO I APPLY?

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

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.

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

1 Bed 4th Flr Flat 1dbl room no pkg/pets.

Ref Number: 690500

Ref Number: 692680

Jennings House, Old Woolwich Road SE10

2 Bed 3rd Flr Flat 1Sgl 1Dbl rooms

Entry phone

Rad C / Htg No Pkg

199.81pw

London & Quadrant Housing Trust

London & Quadrant Housing Trust Peabody Trust

London & Quadrant Housing Trust

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.

is for applicants in unsatisfactory housing, including people moving due to demolition and those under occupying their homes. B1 or B2

ANYONE ON THE HOUSING LIST CAN APPLY

is for applicants the Royal Borough of Greenwich must prioritise according to the law, particularly homeless people, and others with an urgent need to move for medical or welfare reasons. C is

Ref Number: 702461

Pender House

John Harrison Way SE10

3 Bed 6th Flr Flat 1Sgl 2Dbl Room Lifted Entry phone

Ref Number: 702463

Pender House

John Harrison Way SE10

1 Bed 6th Flr Flat

1Dbl Room

Ref Number: 702464

Pender House

John Harrison Way SE10

3 Bed 6th Flr Flat

1Sgl 2Dbl Rooms

Lifted Entry phone

Elec Rad No Pets/Pkg

Ref Number: 702466

Pender House

John Harrison Way SE10

2 Bed 7th Flr Flat 2Dbl Rooms

Lifted Entry phone

Elec Rad No Pets/Pkg £ 285.98 pw

Ref Number: 702467

Pender House

John Harrison Way SE10

3 Bed 7th Flr Flat

1Sgl 2Dbl Rooms

Lifted Entry phone

Elec Rad No Pets/Pkg

£ 311.82 pw

Must be employed

ANYONE ON THE HOUSING LIST CAN APPLY

Rad No Pets/Pkg £ 329.54 pw Ref Number: 702462 Pender House

Ref Number: 702468

Pender House

John Harrison Way SE10

2 Bed 8th Flr Flat 2Dbl Rooms

Lifted Entry phone

Elec Rad No Pets/Pkg £ 285.98 pw

Ref Number: 702469

Pender House

John Harrison Way SE10

1 Bed 8th Flr Flat 1Dbl Room

Lifted Entry phone

Elec Rad No Pets/Pkg £ 255.04 pw Must be employed

Ref Number: 702860

Pender

HAPPENED TO

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