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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
Spotlight: Park Side Gym
Wandsworth’s Park Side Gym, nestled alongside King George’s Park, is under new ownership, which means exciting changes. We caught up with co-owner Dan to find out more. Hey Dan! For those who don’t know, tell us who you are and what you do. We’re Park Side Gym, also known as CrossFit Earlsfield, tucked right on … Read more
Sustainable September is here
Wandsworth Council’s Sustainable September initiative is back with more than 80 community-focussed events and activities across the borough. Click here to view the full programme of events. The month-long programme puts the spotlight on local sustainability and looks at ways that we can all help to make a difference. From green-themed summer fairs and community … Read more
Wandsworth African Caribbean Food Month
Wandsworth Council is inviting you to shine a light on our vibrant African Caribbean community through the power of food. Food connects cultures across generations and communities, carrying stories of migration, resilience, passion, identity and pride. October will feature a month-long series of community events aimed at celebrating African Caribbean food in Wandsworth, from cooking … Read more
Spotlight: Ô Gourmet Libanais
If you’ve a hankering for authentic Lebanese cuisine, then look no further. Ô Gourmet Libanais is the local hotspot for delicious flavours and a friendly welcome. We caught up with Christian Feghali, one of the founding brothers of the beloved local restaurant, to find out more. Hey, Christian! Start by telling us the story behind … Read more
Help shape the future of Wandsworth Town
This article was originally published by Wandsworth Council on 22 July 2025. Simon Hogg, Leader of Wandsworth Council, and Jenny Yates, Cabinet Member for Transport, were joined by Will Norman, London’s Walking & Cycling Commissioner, and Helen Cansick, TfL’s Head of Healthy Streets Investment, to walk around the town centre and talk to residents about … Read more