South London – Southwark News

What’s on in South London: farmers markets, poetry nights and art exhibitions

Evie Flynn — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 18:15:23 +0000

Oval Farmer’s Market, Kennington: Just a stone’s throw from Oval Tube Station lies a quaint farmers’ market in St Mark’s Churchyard. Known amongst locals for its fresh, local produce, it’s become a firm favourite on a Saturday.Peruse a selection of bread, baked goods, homeware, cheese and hot food stalls. Every Saturday, 10 – 3pm St […]

New play celebrating local boxing legend Sir Henry Cooper opens next month

News Desk — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 08:22:20 +0000

A new play celebrating the boxing legend, Sir Henry Cooper, will open at Lewisham’s The Fellowship Inn in May, writes Tom Appleby… “Dancing In The Mirror” follows the life of the young boxer, and will be performed in the icon’s former training ground. His nephew, opera singer, Neal Cooper, will play his uncle in the […]

Greeting cards raises money for libraries and good causes in Greenwich and Blackheath

News Desk — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 08:16:31 +0000

A new initiative launched in several libraries is bringing greeting cards raising money for charity, writes Cristina Trujillo… Cards for Good Causes are now being sold at multiple Greenwich libraries as well as at a gift shop in Blackheath Library. All proceeds go to charities and local libraries. Cards for Good Causes CEO Christine Ansell […]

Beloved Clapham pizzeria launches all-day concept in East Dulwich

News Desk — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:29:03 +0000

Common Pizza has become a crowd favourite in Clapham, and their new Lordship Lane branch offers an all day dining experience, writes Oliver London… From 8am-3pm the restaurant operates as The Daily Tray, a neighbourhood inspired Deli/Diner before transforming at 3pm to become Common Pizza, serving slim-NYC from £11 and deep-pan Detroit style pizzas from […]

Greenwich Park blossoms with new legacy of 130 cherry trees

News Desk — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:27:00 +0000

Visitors to Greenwich Park can expected to treated to a vibrant sea of pink blossom each spring thanks to the planting for 130 cherry trees, writes Joe Rattue… Greenwich Park has planted the 130 Prunus ‘Sekiyama’ cherry trees to symbolise the UK’s friendship with Japan and comes courtesy of The Royal Parks charity, which manages the park, […]

Family-run Victorian pub to be demolished but rebuilt with flats above it

Ruby Gregory - Local Democracy Reporter — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:30:00 +0000

A “proper local pub” in South London is to be redeveloped and rebuilt with 14 private flats built on top of it. Nolan’s Public House, which is located at 33 Wilcox Road in Nine Elms, will be demolished and re-provided as part of a brand new six-storey development. Lambeth Council’s Planning Applications Committee unanimously approved […]

St George’s Hospital A&E no longer ‘inadequate’ says healthcare watchdog

Staff Reporter — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000

St George’s Hospital’s emergency department is no longer ‘inadequate’ say inspectors after previous breaches were found by the Care Quality Commission writes Pablo Munoz… The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has upgraded the rating of urgent and emergency care services at St George’s Hospital, in Tooting, lifting the previous rating of ‘Inadequate’ after recognising significant improvements. […]

Royal Festival Hall set to receive millions from central government for urgent repairs ahead of Harry Styles’ Meltdown Festival

Staff Reporter — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:08:40 +0000

The Southbank Centre is set to receive £10 million from a capital grant to make critical repairs on the Royal Festival Hall ahead of its 75th birthday celebrations, writes Oliver London… After 75 years of hosting legendary acts such as Count Basie, David Bowie, and Jimi Hendrix, the Royal Festival Hall is to receive financial […]

Music Appreciation Group brings Schubert to Blackheath Halls

Staff Reporter — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:46:38 +0000

Group lectures on the music of Franz Schubert will take place this summer term on Mondays at 10am at Blackheath Halls, starting 20 April. The ten two-hour lectures will be delivered by British composer Matthew Taylor and will cover a wide range of Schubert’s works, from symphonies to string quartets. Students will pay half price […]

Teen charged with murder after shooting of 14-year-old Eghosa Ogbebor

Evie Flynn — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 19:23:45 +0000

A 16-year-old boy from Romford has been charged with the murder of 14-year-old Eghosa Ogbebor after a shooting in Woolwich last Thursday (2 April). The 16-year-old was initially released on bail but was arrested again on Thursday 9 April and charged with Eghosa’s murder on Friday 10 April. The teenager was first arrested on the […]