Celebrate Women’s History Month in Royal GreenW ich
Get inspired during Women’s History Month with events and activities across the borough. Book tickets for all these Women’s History Month events and more:
royalgreenwich.gov.uk/events/international-womens-day
Author e vent: ameliA Kyazze
Wednesday 19 March, 12:30pm to 1:30pm, free Woolwich Centre Library, 35 Wellington Street, SE18 6HQ
Book to join local author Amelia Kyazze to discuss her latest book, The Café on Manor Lane.
Black Fem Ale ent Repreneu R GreenWich: Women’s Safety TA lk
Thursday 20 March, 10:30am to 12noon, free Woolwich Centre Library, 35 Wellington Street, SE18 6HQ
Reserve your spot to join Black Female Entrepreneur Greenwich for a talk on women’s safety.
s ips of WiSdom and b odily auTonomy:
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Sips of Wisdom, 11:30am to 1:30pm, £7 and Bodily Autonomy 2:45pm to 3:45pm, £5
Saturday 22 March at National Maritime Museum, Romney Road, SE10 9NF
• Join Love Hannington and learn more about African Caribbean herbs for women’s health.
• Plus, later in the day is a talk exploring the importance of bodily autonomy. From healthcare to reproductive rights, look at the challenges and opportunities for women today.
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Mondays in March, 10am to 11am, free Eltham Centre Library, 2 Archery Road, Eltham, SE9 1HA
Under-fives can create arts and crafts inspired by notable women from around the world.
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Wednesdays in March, 3:45pm to 4:45pm, free Eltham Centre Library, 2 Archery Road, Eltham, SE9 1HA
Children over five can create arts and crafts inspired by the achievements of women throughout history.
story time
Thursdays in March, 11am to 11:30am, free Eltham Centre Library, 2 Archery Road, Eltham, SE9 1HA
Weekly children’s story time is themed around inspirational women.
lego Club
Saturdays in March, 2pm to 3pm, free Eltham Centre Library, 2 Archery Road, Eltham, SE9 1HA
Weekly Lego Club themed around inspirational women.
Black Fem Ale ent Repreneu R GreenWich: t-s H irt d esign And Printing
Thursday 27 March, 10:30am to 12noon, free
Woolwich Centre Library, 35 Wellington Street, SE18 6HQ
Design and print your own t-shirt inspired by Women’s History Month.
dRop the Mic!
Friday 28 March, 6:30pm to 8pm, free
Eltham Centre Library, 2 Archery Road, Eltham, SE9 1HA
Spoken word poetry themed around Women’s History Month.
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Pick of the Week
Evening Concerts at the Queen’s House: Rajhans Harp Duo
Head to the Queen’s House later this month for an evening of musical delights performed by harp duo Catherine and Elizabeth Rajhans in the sumptuous surroundings of the Great Hall. This concert is part of a series of evening performances at the Queen’s House, organised in partnership with the Faculty of Music at Trinity Laban. Catherine and Elizabeth Rajhans were born in Kyiv and began learning the harp at the age of five. They studied at the Shamo Music School in Kyiv with Yelizaveta Herasina for five years and later continued their studies at the Chopin Music School in Moscow with Lena Watson. They are currently undergoing their third year of a bachelors’ degree at Trinity Laban.
Ticket prices include a welcome drink.
Date: Friday 28 March 2025, 7:30pm Prices Adult £16, Child £8. Queen’s House, Romney Road, SE10 9NF www.rmg.co.uk/whats-on/queens-house/evening-concerts-queenshouse-rajhans-harp-duo
Amélie is a young woman who lives quietly in the world but loudly in her mind. She covertly improvises small but surprising acts of kindness that bring joy and mayhem. But when a chance at love comes her way, Amélie realises that to find happiness, she’ll have to risk everything and say what’s in her heart. Be inspired by this imaginative dreamer who finds her voice, discovers the power of connection, and sees possibility around every corner, showing at The Albany this March. It is
The Railway Children
In this new adaptation of The Railway Children by Paul Burton, the cast will perform E. Nesbit’s much-loved children’s book in the Studio Theatre of Greenwich Theatre as a radio play. With two performances scheduled, both events will raise funds for RNLI Tower Lifeboat. The story concerns a family, including the children Roberta (nicknamed Bobbie), Peter and Phyllis, who move from London to the Three Chimneys, a house near a railway in Yorkshire, after the father, who works at the Foreign Office, is imprisoned after being falsely accused of spying.
Dates: Sunday 30 March 2025, 3:30pm and 7:30pm Tickets: £16, concessions £15 Greenwich Theatre, Crooms Hill, SE10 8ES greenwichtheatre.org.uk/events/ therailwaychildren
presented by Trinity Laban
Theatre, based on the
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Dates: Friday 14 and Saturday 15 March 2025, times vary. Tickets: £10 to £15
The Albany, Douglas Way, SE8 4AG www.thealbany.org.uk/shows/trinity-laban-musicaltheatre-presents-amelie-the-musical
The Girl on the Train
Rachel Watson longs for a different life. Her only escape is the perfect couple she watches through the train window every day, happy and in love. Or so it appears. When Rachel learns that the woman she’s been secretly watching has suddenly disappeared, she finds herself as a witness and even a suspect in a thrilling mystery in which she will face bigger revelations than she could ever have anticipated. Adapted from Paula Hawkins’ novel, The Girl on the Train is a gripping new play – coming to Churchill Theatre this month – that will keep you guessing until the final moment. Actor, novelist and podcaster Giovanna Fletcher (2:22 A Ghost Story, Everybody’s Talking About Jamie, Peter James’ Wish You Were Dead) will star in this brand-new production.
Dates: Tuesday 18 to Saturday 22 March 2025, times vary Tickets: £22 to £49 Churchill Theatre, High Street, Bromley BR1 1HA trafalgartickets.com/churchill-theatrebromley/en-GB/event/play/the-girl-on-thetrain-tickets
The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping
Welcome, Tributes, to the 50th annual Hunger Games; it’s time to visit the games of Haymitch Abernathy. The latest in the Hunger Games series, Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins, takes place 24 years before the events of the original novels, as dramatic occurrences unfold on the morning of the reaping of the 50th contest. To celebrate the release on Tuesday 18 March, Waterstones Greenwich is hosting a themed morning event, complete with drinks, event exclusives and definitively non-deadly games. Perfect for Hunger Games fans who can’t wait to get their hands on the latest book – and be sure to dress up in your Capitol best or with District pride.
Date: Tuesday 18 March 2025, 7am Tickets: £22, including a copy of the book, or £5 general admission
Waterstones, 51 Greenwich Church Street, SE10 9BL
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Davy’s Quiz Night
Join Davy’s Quiz Night at Davy’s Wine Vaults in Greenwich every third Thursday of the month at 7pm for an evening of brain-teasing fun, laughter and great company. Teams can be made up of up to six players with prizes up for grabs, including a £60 bar tab for first place and a round of bowling at Vintners Lanes for you and five guests if you come in second. The quiz format follows three rounds of general knowledge questions and one round of wine-specific trivia. Whether you’re a trivia master or just in it for the laughs, gather your friends, sip on fine wine, and make it a night to remember.
Date: Every third Thursday of the month. Coming up – 20 March and 17 April 2025
Tickets: £2
Davy’s Wine Vaults, 161 Greenwich High Road, SE10 8JA
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book by Craig Lucas, with music by Daniel Messé
lyrics by Nathan Tysen and Daniel Messé.
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Deptford Literature Festival 2025 celebrates Lewisham’s diversity
and creativity
Artists from this year’s programme share insights on literature and Lewisham ahead of the festival, running from 27 to 30 March
Deptford Literature Festival is an annual celebration of the diversity and creativity of Deptford and Lewisham through words, stories and performance.
Run by Spread the Word, in collaboration with independent creative producer Tom MacAndrew, the festival has the local community and accessibility at its heart.
For 2025, 71 local writers, artists and performers have been programmed to take part in the festival, with 10 writers commissioned to create new writing for the Lewisham, Borough of Literature campaign and to mark Spread the Word’s 30th Anniversary.
The festival is running from Thursday 27 to Sunday 30 March 2025, and 45 out
of 48 of the events are free to attend.
Expect performances, in conversation events, readings, writing workshops and more. Artists taking part include Caleb Azumah Nelson, Emma Warren, Irenosen Okojie, Nathan Bryon and Santanu Bhattacharya, among many others.
There’s something for everyone at Deptford Literature Festival, including a children’s and young people programme, talks and workshops for aspiring writers and curious readers, walking tours, zine and book making, and so much more.
Find out more and explore the full programme online: www.deptfordlitfest.com
Four artists and speakers tell The Weekender what to expect and why Lewisham is bursting with creativity
Aimée Felone, managing director of Knights Of and chair of the Lewisham, Borough of Literature advisory group
The Weekender: How does Lewisham most inspire your work?
Aimée Felone: Lewisham has and still is home to me. It’s been where I’ve developed my passion for books and reading and, most importantly, community. As a publisher focused on uplifting diverse voices and making space for people to tell their stories their way, the spirit of south London pride extends beyond the physical area to those who want to develop their own lives.
What are you most excited for about Deptford Literature Festival 2025?
I’ve had a sneak peek at some of the work commissioned that explores the theme “To All the Places I Have Read”, but I can’t wait to hear the writers perform their work live.
Event: Celebrating Lewisham through the Borough of Literature
Date: Saturday 29 March 2025, 11am Tickets: Free www.spreadtheword.org.uk/events/ celebrating-lewisham-throughthe-borough-of-literature
Tutku Barbaro, a commissioned writer for ‘To All the Places I Have Read’
The Weekender: What makes the writing and creative community in south London so special?
Tutku Barbaro: It’s just amazing! So many communities from across the world have rooted in south London, making it this culturally rich and beautiful place to be. It’s a blessing to have grown up among so many different voices and experiences.
There are stories to be told on every street, so when all that gets woven into creative projects, it is truly stunning and original to behold. There’s so much heart, ingenuity and resilience to the people and creatives here, which deserves to be celebrated with real loudness.
It’s so important to me that we support and create spaces for authentic creators to be seen and heard. My piece for Deptford Literature Festival is a love letter to Lewisham, and I’m so grateful to have been given the opportunity by Spread The Word to create it.
Event: Celebrating Lewisham through the Borough of Literature Date: Saturday 29 March 2025, 11am Tickets: Free www.spreadtheword.org.uk/ events/celebrating-lewishamthrough-the-borough-of-literature
Nathan Bryon
The Weekender: What advice would you give to an aspiring artist?
Nathan Bryon: To any aspiring artist, I would say, BE AUDACIOUS with your dreams! NEVER be embarrassed about dreaming big, say what you want loud and proud, and then make small practical steps to get closer to your dreams every day. Oh, and ALWAYS put money aside to pay your tax bill (haha).
Event: South London Storytellers: from page to stage and screen
Date: Saturday 29 March 2025, 4pm Tickets: Free www.spreadtheword.org.uk/events/ south-london-storytellers-frompage-to-stage-and-screen-withcaleb-azumah-nelson-nathan-bryonyolanda-mercy-natty-kasambala
Gayathiri Kamalakanthan
The Weekender: What is the one piece of literature you always recommend to others? Why?
Gayathiri Kamalakanthan: Akwaeke Emezi’s Pet. The author builds a world where we see parental figures and children in relationships shaped by consent and empathy. When there’s a violent break of trust, we see the fallout, the validation of anger and the aftercare provided. It’s a rich lesson in learning boundaries, listening to often-ignored voices and trusting people when they tell us their truths.
Pet was also the first piece of fiction I read where a trans child’s gender identity was incidental. Seeing Jam’s parents listen to her and the non-event that was Jam’s “coming out” made me want to write more stories like this.
In my work in the sex and relationships education sphere, discussion of gender, the body and consent are sometimes censored due to being seen as taboo. As a visionary piece of young adult fiction, Pet feels like a map – a way for us to be together in society without denying young people their autonomy.
Event: Bind Your Own Poetry Book with Lucy Hayhoe and Gayathiri Kamalakanthan
Date: Saturday 29 March 2025, 2:30pm
Tickets: Free www.spreadtheword.org.uk/events/ bind-your-own-poetry-book-with-lucyhayhoe-gayathiri-kamalakanthan
Event: CRIPtic and Spread the Word Salon
Date: Saturday 29 March 2025, 5:30pm Tickets: Free www.spreadtheword.org.uk/events/ festival-edition-criptic-x-spreadthe-word-salon-with-jamie-halegayathiri-kamalakanthan-susie-wilson
Art on golf course closed for 10 years
Gallery No.32 has announced the 4th edition of London’s largest sculpture park, Winter Sculpture Park, at the former Thamesmead golf course in Woolwich.
The free sculpture park will invite visitors to explore and discover experimental contemporary art in an outdoor setting, encouraging audiences of all ages to roam and get lost in the exhibition grounds stretching across 6.5 acres of grassland along the banks of the river Thames.
Winter Sculpture Park is free and open on the following weekends: Saturday 22, Sunday 23, Saturday 29, Sunday 30 March, Saturday 12, Sunday 13, Saturday 19, Sunday 20, Saturday 26 April 2025.
Closed to the public for over a decade, naturally rewilded, and home to local intrigue and exploration, the
Explore and discover contemporary art at the free Winter Sculpture Park by Gallery No.32, writes Michael Holland...
disused golf course provides the perfect backdrop for communion for art, nature and people of London.
Founded and curated by the No.32 founders Meg Stuart and Kieran Idle, the sculpture park provides an exciting opportunity for artists and visitors to experience and discover public art in an unexpected location.
Winter Sculpture Park will present 40 artworks by 34 artists across a broad range of mediums including: Yorkshire Sculpture Park exhibiting artist Claye Bowler whose deeply
personal practise explores the relationship between queerness, landscape and the body; Ellie Harrison whose climate change inspired work Life Raft was previously exhibited at Venice Biennale 2015; East London Art Prize finalist Joseph Ijoyemi whose work tackles questions of identity, heritage and cultural memory.
You’ll find work by Chloë Louise Lawrence who weaves feelings of loss, longing and nostalgia through a working class narrative; Chanel Vegas whose satirical sculptural work presents a leaning tower of
trampolines symbolising the struggles within the NHS and the relentless battle to stay afloat amidst cycles of illness and recovery; Alegria Repila Smith’s profoundly moving memorial to women who have become victims of male violence.
And also Prayer Room – a collaboration, artwork and project space co-founded by Ishmail De Niro, Dinosaur Kilby and Leah Hickey to function as a functional, multifaith prayer space; Marcus Orlandi, whose banners are influenced by the hyperbole of British tabloid
headlines; and Jenny Holzer’s Truism series; and much more.
No.32 is a curatorial collaboration born from a shared passion to create moments where art and alternative culture can disrupt daily life.
The team creates big outdoor exhibitions to platform artists whose work they love, providing them with a space to be discovered and shifting the focus from blockbuster art exhibitions in big brick venues to fantastical worlds of unexpected installations, sculpture and performances for everyone to discover.
Dates: Saturday 22, Sunday 23, Saturday 29, Sunday 30 March, Saturday 12, Sunday 13, Saturday 19, Sunday 20, Saturday 26 April 2025
Tickets: Free Thamesview Golf Centre, Fairview Drive, Thamesmead, SE28 8QH www.galleryno32.co.uk
War Child presents Secret 7” returns to NOW Gallery
Dive into music and art at the free exhibition from Friday 11 April to Sunday 1 June
Secret 7” is a charity initiative combining music and art, and it’s returning for 2025.
In collaboration with War Child, Greenwich Peninsula’s NOW Gallery will present Secret 7”, showcasing the records in a free exhibition from Friday 11 April to Sunday 1 June 2025.
The project is set to once again bring together a stellar mix of musicians, artists and collectors.
Launched in 2012 and now running its ninth edition, Secret 7” selects seven tracks from global musicians, pressing each track onto 100 limited-edition 7” vinyl records.
Everyone from renowned artists to emerging talents create oneof-a-kind sleeve designs for
each record, interpreting the track in any style or medium of their choosing, resulting in 700 distinctive pieces of collectible art that push the boundaries of what a record sleeve can be.
These records are exhibited publicly, with the designers’ identities kept secret until a big reveal once all items are sold. Therein lies the secret.
During its nine-year run, Secret 7” has produced and sold 5,600 one-of-akind records, raising over £700,000 for various charities to date.
All proceeds for 2025 will go towards War Child’s work providing protection, education and specialist mental health support to children caught in conflict zones around the world.
Secret 7” and War Child have revealed the seven tracks in this year’s initiative:
The Cure – Warsong: Troxy Live 2024
Frank Turner – Be More Kind
Gregory Porter – Merchant of Paradise
Jessie Ware – Beautiful People
Keane – Black Rain Scissor Sisters – Return to Oz Sophie Ellis-Bextor – Devotion (brand new song, exclusive to War Child’s Secret 7”)
The sleeves will be sold through an auction on Givergy. Money raised will support the charity’s work across 14 conflict zones around the world, where they provide immediate emergency aid, specialist psychological support, education and safe spaces for children, young people and their families.
In addition to the tracklist, British
Nigerian artist Yinka Ilori will contribute his signature style by creating etched designs on all 700 of the records, ensuring each piece is not only a musical treasure but a visual masterpiece as well.
Kaia Charles, senior cultural projects manager at NOW Gallery and Greenwich Peninsula, says: “The benefits of art and music often transcend the tangible, impacting in ways beyond what meets the eye.
“Secret 7” not only celebrates creativity but also raises critical funds for a vitally important cause, which we are proud to support for the third year running.
“At NOW Gallery, we are dedicated to showcasing today’s most forwardthinking artistic practices, and the artists brought together annually
by Secret 7” truly epitomise that.”
Charlotte Nimmo, fundraising engagement director at War Child UK, says: “This year has been horrendous for children caught up in conflict, but the money raised here will help us provide immediate emergency aid and specialist longterm support where it’s needed most.
“We can’t wait for everyone to see, and hear, what has been created this year for Secret 7”.”
Dates: Friday 11 April to Sunday 1 June 2025
Tickets: Free
NOW Gallery, The Gateway Pavilions, Peninsula Square, Greenwich Peninsula, SE10 0SQ nowgallery.co.uk/exhibitions/ war-child-present-secret-7at-greenwich-peninsula
Sophie Ellis Bextor
Gregory Porter
A one-stop shop for everything baby and parents opens in Greenwich
Turkish brand ebebek launches flagship store at Peninsular Retail Park
Introducing ebebek, a new onestop shop for all things for parents and parents-to-be.
The Turkish brand opened its flagship store at Greenwich’s Peninsular Retail Park recently in a sprawling 20,451-square-foot space dedicated to essentials.
Offering a selection of over 7,000 products spanning 11 key categories – including maternity wear, pushchairs, car seats,
nursery furniture, toys, feeding essentials, and baby care – the shop is packed with over 100 brands and in-house exclusives.
From newborns and toddlers to up to four-year-olds, ebebek has everything you need to support each magical moment of your child’s early years.
As well as baby supplies, the ebebek store features a team of expert babyologists: a knowledgeable team dedicated to supporting you every step of the way. Whether you’re shopping for essentials or seeking guidance, the team is always on hand to support you.
The Greenwich flagship store will also host in-store midwife sessions, offering professional support and advice for expectant and new parents.
Designed with you in mind, the Greenwich store features a dedicated indoor play area to keep little ones entertained while
parents can take a break and recharge at the on-site, family-friendly café.
If you can’t make it down to the store, you can shop and access support online. The ebebek website features webinars, product guides and parenting resources.
Halil Erdogmus, CEO of ebebek, said: “We are thrilled to strengthen our presence of ebebek in the UK and introduce our unique babyology philosophy to British families with our physical stores.
“The opening of our flagship store in Greenwich marks a significant milestone in our global expansion and reinforces our commitment to making parenthood simpler, more accessible, and more joyful.”
Peninsular Retail Park, Bugsby’s Way, SE7 7TZ www.ebebek.co.uk
PHOTOS: Charlotte Gray Photography
Community Trust marks International Women’s Day
Charlton Athletic Community Trust (CACT) marked International Women’s Day by welcoming more than 120 girls to the club’s Training Ground in New Eltham for a Premier League Kicks tournament.
The players took part in a competitive football tournament throughout the day, in which they also spent time away from the pitch to hear from a variety of female role models in workshops and Q&A sessions. Charlton Women trio Charlotte Newsham, Emma Bissell and Kayleigh Barton discussed their careers in football with participants. Non-playing staff such as Head of First Team Player Care Tracey Leaburn, CharltonTV Presenter Charlotte Richardson, CACT Risk & Violence Reduction Manager Kim Dixson and PFA Community Team Member Ashley Hodson also fielded
questions from attendees and were on hand to pass on their wealth of knowledge across their different roles. CACT’s women’s network also provided insight and support. Female members of the Metropolitan Police were also present at the tournament to share their career experiences.
CACT’s Premier League Kicks and Mentoring Coordinator Josh Eales said: “It was a great day at the Premier League Kicks International Women’s Day tournament. The players engaged in multiple workshops throughout the day as well as getting stuck into playing football.
“One of the big things Premier League Kicks can offer for girls from different backgrounds is the opportunity to engage with role models on a level that they wouldn’t be able to do anywhere else. Having Charlton Women players down here today and other female role models who have carved out careers in what is mainly a maledominated environment has been really inspirational for a lot of the girls today. The feedback has been great because some of them have never met players before, and some of them didn’t even realise there were so many different jobs on offer in the football industry.”
The boundary walk continues
It’s about time I got back onto the Civic Boundary Walk of 1851. I think this is the third episode about our Greenwich procession of local dignatories following the Parish Boundary with a walk which had started at Garden Stairs, near Greenwich Pier. At first they went along the riverside to Deptford Creek and then turned to walk up the Creek - all the while accompanied by a boatman going alongside them in the waters of the Thames, and then the Creek where the real boundary lay, in the middle of the stream. We left them in the middle of Deptford Bridge, where they had just been joined by a lot of local school children and sung the Old Hundreth Psalm.
The next stretch should be on the south side of Deptford Bridge and follow the Ravensbourne on some of its way up to Lewisham. But it was more complicated than that. We are told in the report that when they had done their walk in previous years ‘it was formerly the practice to pass through the adjoining ,now occupied, Cobbett’s carpet warehouse’. They had already been through some of Cobbett’s other warehouses and I think I mentioned the firm in the previous episode of this walk. It was a ‘large floor cloth works with furniture and carpet warehouses ... covering more than an acre of ground’. They were soon to advertise a ‘new material of floor covering... the kamptulicon... introduced into the new reading room of the British Museum.”
I have spent far too long trying to work out exactly where this warehouse was. It’s down in directories as No.1 Deptford Bridge - and I thought that, like everywhere, one side of the road would have the odd numbers and the other the even numbers. But - oh no - not Deptford Bridge! No.1 was on the site alongside the Greenwich side of the Ravensbourne river where there is now a small bus station and the DLR railway bridge. The numbers then continued across what is now Deal’s Gateway to the corner of Blackheath Road. They then crossed the road and the numbers continued on the north side up to Deptford Church Street, where they crossed the road again to continue to the Lewisham bank of the Ravensbourne, where they met No.1. Like in a circle. This is completely crazy and I’m not surprised I’ve been confused - is the numbering still like this?
However it appears that the carpet warehouse was on the south side of Deptford Bridge alongside the Ravensbourne. The procession was not able to go through the building because ‘there was no means of egress from there’ and so they had to use adjacent premises - Mr Loft’s ground.
Mr.Loft had a florist’s business with a market garden and nursery and a considerable amount of land on the south side of Deptford Bridge - and so permission was obtained to pass through a neighbouring house to get to it. The whole procession did not do this small section and the house and Mr Loft’s ground were “traversed on foot by Mr. High Constable Reeve, and a few others, while the waterman encircled the spot in his boat.”
It appears Mr. Loft had been to Greenwich Vestry meetings complaining that he was assessed for rates to both St. Paul’s parish in Deptford and also in Greenwich Parish. There was a longstanding problem as to exactly which parish his property was in – he said he was paying St. Paul’s and ignoring Greenwich. He also complained about the parish boundary procession and said that in previous years some of his garden had been damaged.
The account of where the procession went after it left Deptford Bridge is not particularly clear in the report on the walk - but then the actual boundary and where they went is not particularly clear either. The Borough boundary between Greenwich and Lewisham
today in this area follows the Parish boundary which was extant in 1851, with a few modifications at the southern end. Once past Deptford Bridge the boundary follows what appears to be eastern branch of the Ravensbourne. The river divided south of Deptford Bridge with a smaller eastern branch which has now totally disappeared under blocks of flats. The Borough boundary still more or less follows this stream, which went up the back of some of the houses and buildings in Blackheath Road. It eventually turned and curved south forming the boundary of various sites - including the Penn Engineering works. It eventually returned to join the mainstream of the Ravensbourne before reaching the Silk Mill and then Lewisham. I am assuming that this is the route which the 1851 procession followed, but it is now really hard to imagine how it was with no housing; just open fields and the waterworks.
We could probably guess that Mr Loft’s premises and his market garden were roughly on the site which is now Deals Gateway – maybe the area of Broadway Fields. When the procession had passed this point it met the waterman again at what is described as the ‘furthest point of Mr Lofts property’. There had previously been a boundary stone at this point but had been replaced by a cross on the stump of a tree. The procession moved on from there to a path which followed the stream (or a ditch) on its right, while the waterman walked up the middle of the water course or used his punt.
Eventually they reached a point where
Mr Cobbett’s stores at Danford Bridge
Mary Mills
in 1831 there had been a notice which referred to Mr. Bicknell, the then Vestry Clerk, but that had disappeared by 1851. They continued following the stream (or ditch) till they got to a point where it was crossed by another ditch. I cannot see anything on the Ordnance Survey map for that date which could be this crossing point and I think that probably illustrates how minor these streams were. However at the place where they met there was another ‘Greenwich stone’ and opposite it there had once been a Deptford boundary post, but by then it had been moved into the centre of the stream.
By this point they must have been well into the property of the Kent Waterworks and indeed found their way blocked by a newly excavated reservoir. I think this must have been the large settling reservoir which Kent Waterworks built on the site in 1851. The Ordnance Survey map shows the line of the Kent Boundary turning to go across the area where the reservoir was built and then making a right angle turn to the south. The reservoir is not there now and I think it very likely that its site is under the current waterworks buildings, which remain on the east side of the Ravensbourne.
The line of the boundary in the reservoir was followed by the boat which carried some of the Vestry officers and some of the school boys. It followed as nearly as possible the line which in previous years had been walked. They then went to what they describe as ‘the overflow’, which I think is the point at which the stream they’ve been following joins the main line of the Ravensbourne. The
report says that they then all got in a boat and travelled down the river until they got to the corner of Lock’s Mead. This was a field of the Lewisham border which in the 20th century became the site of the Elliott Automation factory.
In think the point at which they reached the Ravensbourne must have been at near the end of today’s Bliss Crescentyou can’t get to the river from that road because it is fenced off. This stretch of the boundary is different now from what it was in the 1850s and it does not cross the river but continues along the river side until Elverson Road Station and then turns back towards Blackheath.
The 1851 procession had a much longer stretch of the boundary to cover. They crossed the river ‘having on the right now garden ground, to a line formerly a Deptford boundary post, thence marked by a ditch, which is now filled up, to a gate or opening into Mr. Shepherd’s garden’. I do not know who Mr. Shepherd was and I’m not entirely clear from the report where his garden was. They then followed a ditch in which ‘is a plantation of water-cress’ to a brick wall, and ’crossed the North Kent Railway’.
Railways are going to need an explanation. There are a lot in this area. The railway they first crossed is not a railway which exists today. It was the line which once ran from Greenwich Park Station which was on the site which is now the Ibis Hotel. It ran from there to cross under Blackheath Hill - it is understood that the railway tunnel still exists below the road - to a station
on the other side of Blackheath Hill. It then continued through the streets and houses and eventually turned down to Ravensbourne somewhere near the point of Elverson Road Station, where it crossed the river. It is possible to follow the line of the railway through the extreme southern end of Brookmill Park and there is a hump you can walk up on which was the embankment which the railway ran on. It then crossed what is now Brookmill - people may remember the remains of the railway bridge which were there for many years. It then passed into the Nature Reserve on the other side of Brookmill Road. It is this last section which the boundary will have crossed. The report says that they went to a stone dated 1847.
The boundary turned slightly south east and continued by crossing the railway again. In fact it crossed a different railway – it crossed at the junction of the railway lines coming out of Lewisham. One line goes up to London Bridge and the other veers round to a higher level to go to Nunhead and Peckham. I am afraid that this is the site of the 1957 rail crash - the third worst rail crash in Britain. So it’s probably a good place to leave the boundary, which at that point turned east to begin a long journey back up to Blackheath and on to Charlton and Kidbrook. First note the 1957 ‘temporary’ rail bridge. It is a military ‘trestle’ bridge built in a few days by Royal Engineers with steel from many sources via Greenwich’s Redpath Brown.
To be continued...
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. is will be shown within the item below.
Anyone who wishes to comment on these applications should be made in writing to Development Planning within 21 days of the date of this notice.
Please quote the appropriate reference number.
Date: 12/03/2025
Victoria Geoghegan
Assistant Director - Planning and Building Control
List of Press Advertisements - 12/03/2025
Publicity for Planning Applications
Applicant: Charlotte Downham 24/4263/HD
Site Address: 29 LIZBAN STREET, BLACKHEATH, LONDON, SE3 8SS
Development: Construction of a single storey rear extension, replacement of first floor rear window and rear window at lower ground floor with the door, excavation works at rear garden with a patio and steps (Amended description).
Conservation Area: RECTORY FIELD
Applicant: Alex Webster 25/0136/HD
Site Address: 42 DINSDALE ROAD, BLACKHEATH, LONDON, SE3 7RL
Development: Loft conversion with 2.no rear dormer windows, installation of 2.no rooflights on front slope. Replacement of various existing windows across the dwellinghouse, the installation of new AC unit and associated external works [Amended Description].
Conservation Area: WESTCOMBE PARK
Applicant: Perpetual Property 25/0209/O
Site Address: ANGLESEA ARMS, 91 WOOLWICH NEW ROAD, LONDON, SE18 6EF
Development: Outline planning application (all matters reserved) for the demolition of the existing building and loss of the existing pub use (Use Class Sui Generis) and construction of a mixed use four-storey building containing Class E floorspace and seven (7) residential units (Use Class C3).
Conservation Area: Woolwich Conservation Area
Applicant: Edward and Andrine Ruthven and Alver 25/0325/HD
Site Address: 25 GLOUCESTER CIRCUS, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8RY
Development: Construction of a first and second floor side extension, external repair works, replacement of existing rear lower ground floor door, landscaping works to increase lower ground floor rear patio, construction of new access stairs and installation of metal balustrades and other associated works.
Conservation Area: WEST GREENWICH
Applicant: London & Quadrant 25/0525/F
Site Address: 149 WOODHILL, WOOLWICH, LONDON, SE18 5HW
Development: Replacement of existing single glazed timber windows with new timber double glazed units to the front elevation and uPVC units to the rear.
Conservation Area: WOOLWICH COMMON
Applicant: Mr Zsolt Szollosi
25/0537/HD
Site Address: 89 COLERAINE ROAD, BLACKHEATH, LONDON, SE3 7PF
Development: Construction of a double ridged roof extension with two dormer windows to the rear, relocation of one existing rooflight in the front roof slope and 2 painted timber oriel windows to the (north east) side elevation and associated works.
Conservation Area: WESTCOMBE PARK
Applicant: Stern 25/0563/F
Site Address: 54 TORMOUNT ROAD, PLUMSTEAD, LONDON, SE18 1QB
Development: Change of use of single family dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) to six (6) bedroom HMO with a maximum capacity of six (6) persons (Use Class C4) with associated cycle parking and bin storage
Conservation Area: PLUMSTEAD COMMON
Applicant: Mr Martyn Kither 25/0575/HD
Site Address: 45 MEREWORTH DRIVE, PLUMSTEAD, LONDON, SE18 3ED
Development: Replacement of windows in like for like fashion and door.
Conservation Area: SHREWSBURY PARK ESTATE
Applicant: William Davis & Joseph Green 25/0609/HD
Site Address: 4 ST MARGARETS GROVE, PLUMSTEAD, LONDON, SE18 7RL
Development: Construction of a single storey rear extension.
Conservation Area: PLUMSTEAD COMMON
Applicant: The Hyde Group 25/0692/HD
Site Address: 9 SLATER CLOSE, WOOLWICH, LONDON, SE18 6SQ
Development: Replacement of front and rear windows and rear garden door with double glazed brown coloured windows and upvc garden door; and replacement of front entrance door with a composite door.
Conservation Area: WOOLWICH COMMON
Applicant: The Hyde Group 25/0693/HD
Site Address: 8 SLATER CLOSE, WOOLWICH, LONDON, SE18 6SQ
Development: Replacement of front and rear windows and rear garden door with double glazed brown coloured windows and upvc garden door; and replacement of front entrance door with a composite door.
Conservation Area: WOOLWICH COMMON
ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - Section 14(1) NATHAN WAY PLANNED LANE CLOSURE (ORDER)
1. The Royal Borough of Greenwich intends to makes this Order in exercise of powers undersection 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. This is to facilitate works byBERKELEY HOMES who need to carry out a directional road closure for hoarding removal.
2. The Order will come into operation on 22/03/25 and would continue to be valid for 18 months.However, the works are expected to take 2 days until the 23/03/25 The duration of the Ordercan 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, orwaiting (including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading) from the junction ofNATHAN WAY until the junction of the construction site,
4. Whilst the Order is in operation traffic will be diverted via the placing of theappropriate signage Prohibitions remain in force; pedestrians are not affected, and vehicleaccess will be maintained wherever possible.
5. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of apolice constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehiclesbeing used in connection with the works.
6. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shallbe indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and GeneralDirections 2016.
7. Queries concerning these works should be directed to the Royal Borough of Greenwich’sDirectorate of Regeneration, Enterprise & Skills on 020 8921 6340.
Ryan Nibbs Assistant Director, Transport. The Woolwich Centre, 35 Wellington Street, SE18 6HQ
Dated: 22/02/25
INTERNAL REF - FN/ 754 /LIC No 72956
Applicant: The Hyde Group 25/0694/HD
Site Address: 7 SLATER CLOSE, WOOLWICH, LONDON, SE18 6SQ
Development: Replacement of front and rear elevation windows and rear garden door with double glazed brown coloured windows and upvc garden door; and replacement of front entrance door with a composite door.
Conservation Area: WOOLWICH COMMON
Applicant: The Hyde Group 25/0695/HD
Site Address: 6 SLATER CLOSE, WOOLWICH, LONDON, SE18 6SQ
Development: Replacement of front and rear elevation windows and rear garden door with double glazed brown coloured windows and upvc garden door; and replacement of front entrance door with a composite door.
Conservation Area: WOOLWICH COMMON
Applicant: The Hyde Group 25/0696/HD
Site Address: 4 SLATER CLOSE, WOOLWICH, LONDON, SE18 6SQ
Development: Replacement of front and rear elevation windows and rear garden door with double glazed brown coloured windows and upvc garden door; and replacement of front entrance door with a composite door.
Conservation Area: WOOLWICH COMMON
Applicant: The Hyde Group 25/0697/HD
Site Address: 3 SLATER CLOSE, WOOLWICH, LONDON, SE18 6SQ
Development: Replacement of front and rear elevation windows and rear garden door with double glazed brown coloured windows and upvc garden door; and replacement of front entrance door with a composite door.
Conservation Area: WOOLWICH COMMON
Applicant: The Hyde Group 25/0698/HD
Site Address: 2 SLATER CLOSE, WOOLWICH, LONDON, SE18 6SQ
Development: Replacement of front and rear elevation windows and rear garden door with double glazed brown coloured windows and upvc garden door; and replacement of front entrance door with a composite door.
Conservation Area: WOOLWICH COMMON
Applicant: The Hyde Group 25/0699/HD
Site Address: 1 SLATER CLOSE, WOOLWICH, LONDON, SE18 6SQ
Development: Replacement of front and rear elevation windows and rear garden door with double glazed brown coloured windows and upvc garden door; and replacement of front entrance door with a composite door.
Conservation Area: WOOLWICH COMMON
Publicity for Listed Building Consent
Applicant: Edward and Andrine Ruthven and Alver
ROYAL BOROUGH OF GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) TEMPORARY TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS – GRANGEHILL ROAD
1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the Royal Borough of Greenwich intends to make an Order to facilitate the installation of a new zebra crossing on Rochester Way under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
2. The effect of the Order will be to temporarily prohibit vehicles from entering, exiting, proceeding or waiting (including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading) in Grangehill Road, both sides, from its junction with Garnett Close to its northern junction with Rochester Way and at its southern junction with Rochester Way.
3. The above prohibitions will only apply to such times and such extent as shall be indicated by the placing or covering of appropriate traffic signs.
4. Alternative routes would be available and indicated by local signage for diverted vehicles via: (a) Grangehill Road, Grangehill Place, Westmount Road and Rochester Way; and (b) Grangehill Road, Dumbreck Road, Westmount Road and Rochester Way.
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.
6. Whilst the closures are in operation the following locations will temporarily be controlled by 2-way traffic light signals: (a) Rochester Way, both sides, at its junction with Grangehill Road.
7. The Order would come into force on Thursday 27th March 2025 and works are expected to be completed in 3 weeks. However, the Order shall remain in force for 18 months to be re-introduced should further works be required.
8. Queries concerning these works should be directed to traffic-orders@royalgreenwich.gov.uk quoting reference 03-25 Grangehill Rd.
Assistant Director, Transport, Communities, Environment and Central, Royal Borough of Greenwich
Dated 12th March 2025
ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) THORNTREE ROAD 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 Network who need to carry out replacement of gas mains.
2. The Order will come into operation on 17th March 2025 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 11 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 parking or waiting (including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading), in Thorntree Road from outside 20 to the junction of Pound Park Road.
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: 11/02/2025
INTERNAL REF: LA482272 FN746 / LIC NO :72806
ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) WOODLANDS PARK ROAD PLANNED ROAD CLOSURE (ORDER)
1. The Royal Borough of Greenwich makes this Order in exercise of powers under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. This is to facilitate works by Thames Water who need to carry out sewer cleaning.
2. The Order will come into operation on 19th March 2025 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 1 day. The duration of the Order can be extended with the approval of the Secretary of State for Transport.
3. The effect of the Order would be to temporarily prohibit vehicles from entering, exiting, proceeding, or waiting (including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading) in Woodlands Park Road from the junction of Tuskar Street to outside 61.
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: 07/01/2025
INTERNAL REF - EM/ LA481733 FN729 /LIC No 72527 ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) CERES ROAD PLANNED ROAD CLOSURE (ORDER)
1. The Royal Borough of Greenwich makes this Order in exercise of powers under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. This is to facilitate works by Thames Water who need to carry out A LEAD LONG SIDE SERVICE PIPE REPAIR.
2. The Order will come into operation on 17/03/2025 00:00 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 5 days. The duration of the Order can be extended with the approval of the Secretary of State for Transport.
3. The effect of the Order would be to temporarily prohibit vehicles from entering, exiting, proceeding, or waiting (including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading) outside 48/48a CERES ROAD, or banning of turning movements.
4. Whilst the Order is in operation traffic will be diverted via the placing of the appropriate signage Prohibitions remain in force; pedestrians are not affected, and vehicle access will be maintained wherever possible.
5. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.
6. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.
7. Queries concerning these works should be directed to the Royal Borough of Greenwich’s Directorate of Regeneration, Enterprise & Skills on 020 8921 6340.
Ryan Nibbs Assistant Director, Transport.
The Woolwich Centre, 35 Wellington Street, SE18 6HQ
Dated:
ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - Section 14(1) ROYDENE ROAD
PLANNED PARKING RESTRICTIONS (ORDER)
1. The Royal Borough of Greenwich intends to make this Order in exercise of powers under section14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. This is to facilitate works by Thames Water whoneed to carry out a new water connection.
2. The Order will come into operation on 17/03/2025 00:00 and would continue to be valid for 18months. However, the works are expected to take 9 days until the 25/03/2025 23:59. The durationof 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, stopping or waiting(including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading) outside 39-59 ROYDENE ROAD.
4. 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 apolice constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles beingused in connection 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 Directions2016.
7. Queries concerning these works should be directed to the Royal Borough of Greenwich’sDirectorate of Regeneration, Enterprise & Skills on 020 8921 6340.
Ryan Nibbs Assistant Director, Transport. The Woolwich Centre, 35 Wellington Street, SE18 6HQ
Dated:
INTERNAL REF - EM/ MU70400727836 / FN 752 / LA481863 /LIC No 72884
ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) GARIBALDI STREET PLANNED ROAD CLOSURE (ORDER)
1. The Royal Borough of Greenwich intends to make this Order in exercise of powers under section14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. This is to facilitate works by Southern GasNetworks who need to carry out gas works on Plumstead High Street.
2. The Order will come into operation on 19/03/2025 and would continue to be valid for 18 months.However, the works are expected to take 5 days until the 23/03/25. The duration of the Order canbe 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 orunloading) in GARIBALDI STREET at the junction of PLUMSTEAD HIGH STREET
4. Whilst the Order is in operation traffic will be diverted via the placing of theappropriate signage Prohibitions remain in force; pedestrians are not affected, and vehicle accesswill be maintained wherever possible.
5. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of apolice constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles beingused in connection 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 Directions2016.
7. Queries concerning these works should be directed to the Royal Borough of Greenwich’sDirectorate of Regeneration, Enterprise & Skills on 020 8921 6340.
Ryan Nibbs Assistant Director, Transport. The Woolwich Centre, 35 Wellington Street, SE18 6HQ
Dated: 28/02/25
INTERNAL REF - EM/ XW07222623985-00612 / LA 484648 /LIC No 72994 / FN 757
Construction begins on new SEN school in Royal Greenwich
Construction has officially begun on Rowan Wood School, a new Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Royal Greenwich.
Located on the site of the former Kidbrooke Primary School on Hargood Road, the school will provide 128 places for pupils aged 11 to 19 and is set for completion in 2026. The council is committed to ensuring local children and young people have the education they need to reach their full potential.
Councillor Adel Khaireh, Cabinet Member for Children and Young People said: “In Royal Greenwich, we want children and young people to achieve great things and fulfil their incredible potential. Developing environments like Rowan Wood School, where additional support can be provided, will empower them to do just that.
“Our SEND strategy, developed last year, has enabled us to work with and listen to young people with SEN. This tailor-made facility will provide the perfect setting for them to learn and grow, making it a fantastic investment in the future of our borough.”
Councillor Majid Rahman, Cabinet Member for Planning, Estate Renewal and Development, said: “This marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for our education and planning sectors. It is tangible proof of the resources we are investing in much-needed facilities for our residents. We are committed to building more provisions like this across the borough to meet growing demand.”
The Royal Borough of Greenwich has appointed Galliford Try and Pick Everard to carry out the work. The school will be managed by The Compass Partnership of Schools.
Read the councils full SEND strategy: royalgreenwich.gov.uk/send-strategy
Are you a young carer?
Many young people provide care for a family member or friend without realising that they are young carers. What makes someone a young carer?
Anyone under the age of 18 who helps someone with tasks they cannot manage alone due to illness, disability, mental health difficulties, or issues related to drug or alcohol use could be a carer. This care can include helping with:
• Cooking, cleaning, or shopping
• Movement, using stairs, physiotherapy or ensuring medication is taken correctly
• Dressing, washing, or using the toilet
• Listening, offering reassurance, or simply being present
• Paying bills, handling money, or collecting benefits
• Taking care of siblings
• Interpreting for family with hearing or speech needs or those who speak English as a second language
Are you a young carer, or think you know someone who is? By contacting us, young carers can connect with others in similar situations, access practical support, and receive guidance tailored to their needs: Call 020 8921 6921 or email: FIS@royalgreenwich.gov.uk
Get on the list
First, you’ve got to be on the housing waiting list to join the scheme. If you’re not, register an application online at royalgreenwich.gov.uk/homes
Find your applicant number
It will be on the letter you’ve already had from the Royal Borough of Greenwich about the new scheme. You’ll need that number and the reference number of the property you’re after, which will be on the advert.
Pick out your ideal property by looking in Greenwich Info or regularly checking the website: royalgreenwich.gov.uk/homes Click on your preference on the website. If you don’t have a computer, you can always use one for free at either The Eltham or Woolwich Centre or a local library.
Apply in one of three ways
• Text bidding is now available and the number to use is 07786207913. For further information please see page 2, or
• Via the Royal Borough of Greenwich’s website royalgreenwich.gov.uk/ homes or
• Phone the 24-hour hotline 020 8921 4340. It’s an automatic pushbutton system and calls will be charged at the normal local ratell be charged at the normal local rate
For information or assistance Contact our Allocations Team on: 020 8921 2941 or email: housing-allocations@ royalgreenwich.gov.uk
CBL BIDDING
Please be aware that users must now enter the date of birth of the main applicant when logging into this site. royalgreenwich.gov.uk/homes
ANYONE ON THE HOUSING LIST CAN APPLY
HOW TO BID FOR ADVERTISED PROPERTIES BY TEXT
If you would like to bid by text, please use the following Text Bidding Number: 0778 620 7913 and type:
CBL, the property reference number and your applicant number.
The property reference will be on the advert and your applicant number is on the letter we sent to you when you registered for housing.
A successful bid will look like this: CBL 179104 12191
You will need to do a separate text for each property you wish to bid for and the text is charged at your mobile provider’s standard rate. You will receive a text response to confirm your bid within 5 minutes.
If you are unable to bid for advertised properties and have no one that can do so for you please contact the Allocations team on 020 8921 2941 and we will help you with bidding or will bid on your behalf. If you are in temporary accommodation, then please contact your Temporary Accommodation Officer for help with this.
If you are unable to bid for advertised properties and have no one that can do so for you please contact the Allocations team on 020 8921 2941 and we will help you with bidding or will bid on your behalf. If you are in temporary accommodation, then please contact your Temporary Accommodation Officer for help with this.
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.
A is for applicants in unsatisfactory housing, including people moving due to demolition and those under occupying their homes.
B1 or B2 is for applicants the Royal Borough of Greenwich must prioritise according to the law, particularly homeless people, and others with an urgent need to move for medical or welfare reasons.
C is for all applicants on the housing register, including those that are in priority bands A and B1/B2.
THIS IS WHAT HAPPENED TO THE HOMES ADVERTISED IN ISSUE 946
Address
Gildersome Street SE18 4EZ 2
Polthorne Grove SE18 7DU
Eglinton Hill SE18 3PG
Westcombe Court Westcombe Park Road SE3 7QB
Horsa
Tuskar Street SE10 9UJ 3
Tuskar Street SE10 9UJ 3
Tuskar Street SE10 9UJ
Tuskar Street SE10 9UJ 3
Tuskar Street SE10 9UJ 3
Packer
Patrick House Vousden Grove SE28
The next printed edition of Greenwich Homes will be available on 26 March 2025 at midday. The closing date for all applications for this issue is midnight on 16 March 2025.
ALL households can bid for all types of property subject to meeting the bedroom size and any medical requirements.
SEASIDE & COUNTRY SCHEME
This scheme offers one and two bedroom flats and bungalows on the Coast and in the countryside, in the South East and West of England. In order to be considered you must be:
• A Council or Housing Association tenant
• At least 55 years old. If you intend to add a household member under the age of 55 they must be either your spouse, current joint tenant, registered carer or dependent adult child.
Your removal costs will be met if you are a Council tenant and you do move to a Seaside and Country home.
To register, or find out more about the scheme, contact the Access and Allocation section on: 020 8921 2941
If you are a Housing Association tenant you need to contact your landlord to register. Further information is available from the scheme management organisation at housingmoves.org
MOVE TO A SMALLER
If your property is now too big for you, you can apply for the Small is Beautiful scheme.
To be eligible, your current property must:
• be a council or housing association property
• have 2, 3, 4 or 5 bedrooms
• be in the Royal Borough of Greenwich
The scheme can help you move to a smaller home that better meets your needs. We can then use your property to help another family who need it. For example, those in an overcrowded property or who are homeless.
WHAT YOU’LL GET
We’ll help you with costs and finding a new home that better meets your needs.
Financial benefits
We’ll pay:
• £1,000 for each spare room you give up
• an extra £500 if you downsize by mutual exchange
• your moving costs
• your disturbance costs, for example, for packing, disconnecting and reconnecting your appliances
Priority to find a new home
We’ll put your household in the highest priority band on the housing register so you can find a new home as soon as possible.
An Under Occupation Adviser will support you throughout the downsizing process.
Extra support for households with adult children
If you have non-dependant adult children living with you, we can offer them their own flat, if we can get a bedroom back. This means you and your adult child will each get a one-bedroom flat.
Extra support for older tenants
If you’re Pension Credit age you can downsize to a home with one extra bedroom to allow for caring or support needs.
We can visit you and support you with everything you need to downsize.
WHO CAN APPLY
You can apply if you’re under-occupying your home by at least one bedroom.
When we decide if a tenant is under-occupying, we count a second living room (or parlour) as a bedroom.
APPLY
Email: Housing-Allocations-Downsizi@ royalgreenwich.gov.uk
OTHER DOWNSIZING OPTIONS
If you’re 55 or over, you could also consider moving to the seaside or countryside.
This could be for you if you’re:
• in poor health
• struggling to cope in your current home
• keen to move nearer to friends, family or amenities
You can also contact us if you know other tenants who might benefit from this scheme.
Find out about moving to the seaside or country.
Greenwich Council (in foyer)
6 Mitre Passage, Greenwich Peninsula, London SE10 0ER
Greenwich Theatre
Crooms Hill, London SE10 8ES
West Greenwich House
141 Greenwich High Road London SE10 8JA
West Greenwich Library
146 Greenwich High Road, London SE10 8NN
Royal Standard
67 Pelton Road, London SE10 9AH
Forum@Greenwich
Trafalgar Road, London SE10 9EQ
Greenwich University
Cooper Building, Students Union, King William Walk, London SE10 9JH
Greenwich Communications Centre
164 Trafalgar Road Greenwich, London SE10 9TZ
Maze Hill Station
Tom Smith Close, London SE10 9XG
Blackheath Library
Old Dover Road, Blackheath SE3 7BT
Westcombe Park Station Station Crescent, Westcombe Park, London SE3 7EQ
Blackheath Newbridge Working Mens Club 22 Charlton Road, Blackheath SE3 7HG
Waitrose
Dreadnought Wharf, Victoria Parade, 1 Thames Street, Greenwich, London SE10 9FR
Greenwich Square Health Centre
12 Lambarde Square SE10 9GB
Woodland Surgery
Woodland Walk SE10 9UB
Vanbrugh Dental Centre
Vanbrugh Hill SE10 9HQ
Greenwich Launderette
174 Trafalgar Road SE10 9TZ
Slade Library
Erindale SE18 2QQ
Woolwich Community Centre
Leslie Smith Square SE18 4DW
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Station Road, London SE18 4QH
Clockhouse Community Centre
Defiance Walk, Woolwich Dockyard Estate SE18 5QL
Waterfront Leisure Centre
Woolwich High Street SE18 6DL
McDonald’s
56-58 Powis Street SE18 6LQ
Greenwich University 54-58 Powis Street SE18 6NL
Woolwich Centre
35 Wellington Street SE18 6PW
Post Room Woolwich Service Centre
Wellington Street SE18 6PW
Town Hall
Wellington Street SE18 6PW
Woolwich Centre Library 21 Love Lane SE18 6QT
Brookhill Children’s Centre
130 Brookhill Road SE18 6UZ
Charlton Athletic Football Club
Reception The Valley, Floyd Road SE7 8BL
Time Court
Woodland Terrace SE7 8DD
Charlton Library
Charlton House, Charlton Road SE7 8RE
Gllab Work and Learn Centre
Old library Calderwood Street SE18 6QW
The Point
47 Woolwich New Road, SE18 6EW
Smile With Pride Dental Care Ltd 81A Powis Street SE18 6JB
Equitable House
General Gordon Place SE18 6AB
St.Marks Medical Centre 24 Wrottesley Road SE18 3EP
Plumstead Library
Plumstead High Street SE18 1JL
Greenwich Community College 95 Plumstead Road SE18 7DQ
Glyndon Community Centre 75 Raglan Road SE18 7LB
Abbey Wood Community Group 4 Knee Hill, SE2 0YS
Abbey Wood Library Eynsham Drive SE2 9PT
Thamesmead Leisure Centre
Thamesmere Drive SE28 8RE
Gallions Housing Association 90 Titmuss Avenue SE28 8HL
Conway Medical Centre
44 Conway Road SE18 1AH
Basildon Road Surgery
111 Basildon Road SE2 0ER
Heronsgate Medical Centre
Goosander Way SE28 0ER
Middle Park Community Centre
150 Middle Park Avenue SE9 5SD
Vista Childrens Centre
Middle Park Avenue SE9 5SD
City Point Concierge Suite
Campbell Court, Meadowside, Kidbrooke SE3 9XT
Kidbrooke Dental Centre
Telemann Square SE3 9YR
Briset Corner Surgery 591 Westhorne Avenue SE9 6JX
Eltham Centre & Eltham Library
2 Archery Road SE9 1HA
Cold Harbour Library
Wiliam Barefoot Drive SE9 3AY
Cold Harbour Leisure Centre
Chapel Farm Road SE9 3LX
New Eltham Library
Southwood Road SE9 3QT
Eltham Community Hospital
30 Passey Place SE9 5DQ
52 Well Hall Road
52 Well Hall Road SE9 6SH