As a longtime Ladywell resident I have often, at busy times especially, opted to get to Blackheath via the Hither Green backstreets rather than sit…
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July 12 cemeteries open day cancelled over social distancing restrictions
by TonyThis Sunday, July 12, would have been the Open Day event of the Friends of Brockley & Ladywell Cemeteries. Because the restrictions on social-distancing were…
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An oasis of calm in the heart of Lewisham – the Therapeutic Garden at St Mary’s
by TonySince the Covid-19 pandemic struck, St Mary’s Therapeutic Garden has come into its own. It has finally been discovered by the local community and is…
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It’s the new normal at the Ladywell Tavern – booking in advance and ordering from your table with a smartphone app
by TonyThe Ladywell Tavern will be welcoming customers back through its doors this weekend for the first time since lockdown began in March. But you will…
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Covid19 emergency response measures set to leave big hole in council budget without more government support
by TonyLewisham council acted quickly to protect vulnerable members of the community but now faces a significant funding shortfall, warns Cllr Amanda De Ryk, Cabinet Member…
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Guildmore strengthens Play Tower fencing after complaints over security but restoration work still left in limbo
by TonyDevelopers Guildmore have strengthened and repaired fencing around the Play Tower after Lewisham Building Preservation Trust raised concerns over the lax security surrounding the grade…
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“Extreme speeding” offences increase 220% during 10 weeks of life in lockdown, say police
by TonyCommunity Roadwatch efforts in the neighbourhood have been suspended during the coronavirus lockdown. But police officers and community support officers have been organising and carrying…
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Traffic alert: resurfacing work on Ladywell Road and Brockley Grove to start on June 10
by TonyTraffic alert! Ladywell is about to go through another few days of congestion and chaos. Lewisham council is planning to resurface sections of Ladywell Road…
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A bridge too far? Austen uses his power to push council to overcome the great Catford divide
by TonyCould it be one bridge too far for Lewisham Council? Catford resident Austen Jones certainly hopes not. Local resident Austen has been urging Lewisham to…
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Coronavirus crisis: Council plans emergency measures to create safe spaces for walkers and cyclists
by TonyEmergency measures to protect the health and wellbeing of people in Lewisham during the Covid-19 pandemic could soon lead to big changes on our streets.…