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School’s Out! Summer fun in Wandsworth Town
As Alice Cooper once famously sang, “School’s out for summer”, and while it may not be out “for ever”, there’s certainly a lot of fun to be had over the next few weeks in SW18. Grow their confidence Performing arts isn’t necessarily about getting your kid’s name up in bright lights. It can also be … Read more
Spotlight: Bro x Co
Barbering and brotherhood; Bro x Co are trendsetters with tradition at their core. We caught up with Chef, the founder of Wandsworth’s freshest barbershop to find out more. Tell us who you are and what you do. We are Bro x Co, the home of the trendsetters! We are a premium barbershop delivering the latest … Read more
Free support for local creative businesses
Wandsworth Council and Creative United are joining forces once again to offer local creative businesses free, tailored one-to-one support to help them thrive. Re:Create Wandsworth is Wandsworth Council’s bespoke business support programme for creative businesses, delivered in partnership with Creative United. This project has received £37,500 from the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity … Read more
Wandsworth Mills: a new waterside neighbourhood
Leading London developer St George, part of Berkeley Group, has now launched Wandsworth Mills – a striking new development on the banks of the River Wandle, tributary to the River Thames, where history and modernity combine and where wellness takes centre stage. All of this is located in one of London’s greenest, most loved and … Read more
Believe the Hype: Pippa’s Acupuncture
You know that feeling when you’ve got a niggling ache or pain that just won’t budge? You’re not sure exactly what’s causing it, but you’re equally not sure what to do about it. Meet Pippa Glendon-Doyle, local acupuncturist and practitioner of Chinese medicine. After battling with a sore shoulder for nigh on seven weeks, I … Read more
Reimagining Southside Shopping Centre
Southside Shopping Centre will be undergoing a transformation that promises to elevate the shopping experience for visitors. The regeneration will make significant enhancements to both the exterior and interior of the centre to honour both its history and its relationship to Wandsworth Town. The works will deliver a contemporary and vibrant retail and leisure space, … Read more
Spotlight: Time4PA
Looking to expand your digital reach but don’t know where to start? Well, look no further, Wandsworth; Jona is here to help you with Time4PA. Tell us who you are and what you do. I am Jona, the heart and soul behind Time4PA, a Wandsworth-based, one-stop shop for comprehensive digital marketing solutions. I’ve gone from a … Read more
Spotlight: Sly Dog Rum
Fancy a mouth-watering mai tai or perhaps a decadent daiquiri? Are you pining for a Piña colada? Well, you’re in luck, because Wandsworth happens to be the home of premium and award-winning rum. Meet Sly Dog Rum. We caught up with founder and CEO Louis to find out more. Hey Louis! Tell us about Sly … Read more
Southside to host Tree of Pride this June
In celebration of Pride Month this June, Southside Shopping Centre is hosting a ‘Tree of Pride’, inviting guests to decorate the tree with their pledges to work toward a more inclusive and caring future. The community art piece will be touring the country gathering the public’s messages of love, unity, and acceptance on its journey. … Read more
Spotlight: Nested Wandsworth
Moving home, or buying your first home, can be a pain the proverbial, but luckily, Wandsworth is blessed to have Nested; a local estate agency with years of expertise, and the drive to help make your move as smooth as possible. We caught up with estate agent Michael Jones to find out more. Tell us … Read more
Spotlight: MEET Quarter
Have you dined at MEET Quarter yet? Their mouth-watering menu makes this Ram Quarter eatery a must-try in Wandsworth. We caught up with manager Mel to find out more. Hey Mel, tell us a little about who you are and what you do. We are Meet Quarter, a European-inspired steakhouse who pride ourselves on the … Read more
Lidl’s new Southside store launch date revealed
Lidl GB has confirmed that its new Wandsworth store in Southside Shopping Centre will officially open on Thursday 13th June. The new store will open with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 8am attended by the Mayor of Wandsworth, Sana Jafri. The new store’s opening hours will be between 8am and 9pm throughout Monday to Saturday and … Read more
It’s coming home? Where to watch Euro 2024 in Wandsworth Town
The summer of sport begins with the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament in Germany, and you can catch all the action on the pitch right here in the heart of Wandsworth Town. BrewDogThis summer, football fans are invited to a beer with a view at BrewDog. With a projector showing all the Euro action, fans are invited … Read more
Coming soon: Wandsworth Mill’s waterside community
Over the weekend of 8 and 9 June, leading developer St George, part of Berkeley Group, is launching Wandsworth Mills – a new community on the banks of the River Wandle where history and modernity combine and where wellness takes centre stage. All of this, located in one of London’s greenest, most loved and most … Read more
Spotlight: Pippa Glendon-Doyle Acupuncture
We met with Pippa Glendon-Doyle, working mum and acupuncturist extraordinaire, to talk about her work and her calling to help the good people of Wandsworth find peace and balance. Hi Pippa! Tell us a little bit about who you are and what you do. I’m a mum to two boys, and when the youngest went … Read more
Hat-trick of store openings at Southside
Independent London-based eyecare specialists Eye Emporium have arrived at Southside, Wandsworth, making it the third new arrival at the shopping centre, following the upsize of Poundland and, high-street slime store, Gootopia, taking up permanent residency following the success off their pop-up. The new 1,169sq ft opticians will be the brand’s 13th store. With previous locations in … Read more
Old York Road Unplugged is coming
Wandsworth Town’s biggest and free community music event will return on Sunday 9 June. Save the date for Old York Road Unplugged. After an absolute scorcher in 2023, we have high hopes for this year’s event, but whatever the weather, we have a fantastic day in store for you. Unplugged 2024 will feature two live … Read more
Six covered padel courts are coming to Southside
Planning permission has been granted by Wandsworth Council for London-based Padel Social Club to create a new sports facility at Southside Shopping Centre. Padel Social Club and Southside Shopping Centre will transform the rooftop of the centre’s multi-storey carpark into a brand-new innovative sports and recreational space. Spanning two levels, the 30,000 sq ft bespoke … Read more