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Wandsworth Town Christmas Festival is coming!
It just wouldn’t be the festive season in SW18 without Wandsworth Town Christmas Festival. The full day of family fun returns to the heart of Wandsworth on Saturday 6 December for the Christmas light switch-on, and so much more. Locals and visitors are invited to shop unique gifts and chow down on delicious food at … Read more
Santa Claus is coming to Southside Wandsworth
You didn’t think the big man would forget Wandsworth, did you? That’s right, Santa Claus is coming to (Wandsworth) Town this Christmas. From 27 November, families are invited to step into Santa’s enchanting grotto at Southside Shopping Centre. Children will be able to meet the jolly man in red, share their Christmas wishes and capture a … Read more
Panto magic is coming to Wandsworth Town
Step into the magic this Christmas as Wandsworth Council brings the timeless tale of Pinocchio to life on stage at the Wandsworth Civic Suite! Follow the mischievous wooden puppet on his whirlwind adventure as he learns the importance of honesty, courage, and friendship. The heart-warming show promises laughter, music, dancing, and plenty of festive fun for all! Performances will … Read more
Spotlight: The Avenue Cookery School
Looking for the perfect wholesome activity to do with friends and family now that the days are drawing in and the weather is getting colder? Well, look no further, Wandsworth; The Avenue Cookery School is here to help you level up your culinary skills and impress your guests. We caught up with one of the … Read more
Rituals is coming to Southside Wandsworth
Rituals, the home of luxurious bath, body and home products, will be opening their latest London store at Southside Wandsworth on Wednesday 5 November. The new shop will give shoppers an immersive journey through their quality products, all designed to inspire moments of mindfulness and self-care. The new store will be celebrating its launch officially … Read more
Works to begin on Wandsworth Town Station in 2026
Wandsworth Town Station is getting a major upgrade next year. The council is investing in the station to add a second entrance and install lifts to grant step-free access for commuters. The local station is fairly antiquated, and given the recent influx of new homes in the area, upgrades to the nearest railway station are … Read more
Aussie jewellery retailer arrives in Wandsworth
Lovisa, the Australian jewellery retailer, has opened their latest store at Southside Shopping Centre. The brand boasts more than 900 stores across 45 countries and produces a whopping 150 new styles each week, taking inspiration from couture runways and global street style to deliver a variety of affordable designs. The new Southside store features a … Read more
Southside to highlight accessibility this Purple Tuesday
On Tuesday 4 November, Southside Shopping Centre is marking Purple Tuesday by helping to raise awareness of sensory and accessibility issues. Purple Tuesday is an annual initiative which looks to improve the customer experience for disabled people and their families year-round. Participating organisations, such as Southside, make commitments to greater inclusion and accessibility, to ensure a … Read more
Halloween fun in Wandsworth Town
Darkness crawls across the land, the midnight hour is close at hand. Well, no, we’re just inching ever closer to the spookiest of days – HALLOWEEN! So, we thought we’d do a helpful roundup of some of the best things happening in town this spooky season. Sink your fangs into these. Gravity MAX Wandsworth’s massive … Read more
Little Waitrose has opened in Wandsworth Town
Waitrose has opened a brand-new store at Wandsworth’s New Acres development. The Little Waitrose store offers everything from daily essentials to freshly baked goods, meal deals, wine and beer, cleaning products, and so much more. You can also order your shopping to go via Uber Eats, Deliveroo, and Just Eat, Tina Mitchell, Waitrose interim managing … Read more
Black History Month comes to Southside Wandsworth
Southside Shopping Centre will be celebrating Black History Month this October with a vibrant line-up of events showcasing the creativity, culture and heritage within our community. Pointe Black, a non-profit community ballet company, will be performing on Saturday 11 October, from 1pm and 4pm. Blending classical ballet with African and Caribbean influences, Pointe Black is … Read more
We’ve supercharged our commitment to a safer town centre
We have supercharged our Business Crime Reduction Partnership (BCRP) to create a safer town centre. Since August, we’ve increased our investment to deliver a more robust and visible service. What this means for you: More Presence: Our security partners – Safer Business Network – are now on the ground for a full day, every Monday; … Read more
Southside Shopping Centre appoints new Centre Director
Southside Shopping Centre has announced the appointment of Shannon Reed as its new Centre Director. Shannon brings a wealth of experience in the retail landscape, having previously lead operations for brands and franchise partners across Australia, Ireland, Kuwait, Oman, and in the UK. As Centre Director, Shannon is passionate about continuing to transform Southside into … Read more
Have your say on how to improve Wandsworth Town
Do you live, work, or play in Wandsworth Town? An initiative has been launched by Richmond and Wandsworth Council, in partnership with Transport for London (TfL), to address areas for improvement in Wandsworth Town and make it a great place to live, do business, and visit. The scheme will look at streets and pavements, accessibility, … Read more
Wandsworth in Bloom winners announced
Wandsworth in Bloom sought to highlight the beauty and importance of local green spaces, from community gardens to balconies in bloom. The awards ceremony was held last week at the Pump House Gallery in Battersea Park, bringing together nominees, community partners and sponsors, and special guests to celebrate the greening of local spaces. Local winners … Read more
Fancy acting in a local radio drama?
Have you always fancied trying your hand at acting? Well, now’s your chance… You can sign up to The Wandsworth Way radio drama workshop and join an amazing cast of community members in bringing the radio drama to life. Theatre503 and Riverside Radio have teamed up with Wandsworth Council to bring you The Wandsworth Way … Read more
Spotlight: Portico Wandsworth
They say that moving home can be one of the most stressful things in life, and they’re not wrong. But, luckily, Portico is on hand to make that process as seamless as possible. We caught up with lettings manager Remy Kaspa to find out more about the local property scene, advice for first-time buyers, and … Read more
Join the Wandsworth Town treasure hunt
Our friends at The Gatehouse on Armoury Way are hosting a fun treasure hunt through Wandsworth Town on Tuesday 9 September. Join us from 5:30pm to explore our neighbourhood, meet with other local professionals, and get a taste for one of SW18’s hottest co-working spaces. Also, if you sign up for a free trial day … Read more