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Meet the archaeologists who uncover the incredible history of Southwark’s Roman and medieval remains
Southwark is one of the most valuable places in London for archaeological discoveries. That’s according to Alistair Douglas, and he should know. In his 39-year career as an archaeologist, he’s unearthed countless finds from the Neolithic to the Roman... This is premium content for subscribers on...
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Albert Bridge reopens to pedestrians and cyclists after closure due to ‘unexpected movements’
Albert Bridge has reopened after it was closed to pedestrians and cyclists on Wednesday afternoon (April 8). The Thames Crossing was shut-off to all traffic because sensors had picked-up “unexpected movement.” Engineers have now confirmed that the movements are not an additional risk to pedestri...
Hospital worker in Peckham left with a ‘hole in his ceiling big enough to climb through’ for months after storm
An NHS worker in Peckham’s ceiling imploded after a storm in January, creating a hole ‘large enough to climb through’ – and it still hasn’t been fixed two months later. Darren Say, who lives in a flat for key workers managed by Clarion Housing, said a heavy rainstorm on at the end of Janua...
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Teen charged with murder after shooting of 14-year-old Eghosa Ogbebor
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 tee...
Review: Invisible Me at Southwark Playhouse
From Lonely to OnlyFans There were two reasons why I wanted to see Bren Gosling’s Invisible Me. One, because it’s three lonely people looking for love and companionship in their 60s, and I thought I might be able to get a few tips… And two, because the cast is made up of three TV regulars...
Review: Carlos Acosta’s Carmen @ Richmond Theatre
A uniquely special experience Carlos Acosta’s reputation truly does precede him: becoming the English National Ballet’s youngest principal dancer in 1991, aged only 18, he has spent the three and a half decades since then establishing himself as one of the most in-demand, widely-loved dancers an...
Families fled homes as fire ripped through flat at Easter
Residents of a council block in Sutton have recalled the terrifying moment a fire ripped through a ground floor flat over the Easter weekend, forcing families from their homes and leaving the close-knit community in shock. Resident Josh Edwards-Nelson described how the destructive blaze ripped thoug...
A botanist, forgotten stream and wood yard – a history of Bermondsey’s Willow Walk
Bermondsey may be known for docks, tanneries and warehouses, but it also has a surprisingly botanical history. Curtis Street, in the heart of SE1, off Willow Walk, was once named Willow Street. It was renamed in honour of the botanist and apothecary... This is premium content for subscribers only Ge...
The Peckham theatre that got John Boyega into acting – help their 40th birthday
Theatre Peckham, which is responsible for kick-starting the careers of Star War’s John Boyega and Bad Education’s Francesca Amewudah-Rivers, is celebrating its 40th birthday, writes Oliver London… John Boyega on stage – In The House Fairy. Picture supplied by Theatre Peckham. To mark the o...
CQC downgrades South London and Maudsley NHS Trust to ‘requires improvement’
Inspectors have downgraded South London and Maudsley (SLaM) NHS Foundation Trust from ‘good’ to ‘requires improvement’, citing staff pressure, increasing wait times and concerns over workplace culture, writes Niall Holden… The Care Quality Commission’s (CQC) report in February noted staf...
Learn about fungi for free in Greenwich Park workshop
Botanical artist Ella Yolande will be leading a free ‘sensory exploration’ through Greenwich Park, teaching participants about lichens. Lichens are slow-growing organisms formed of fungi, algae and cyanobacteria. With the assistance of Gemma Hindi from Help Nature Thrive, Ella will be showing pa...
London gospel choirs to come together for concert in South London
Choirs and vocal groups from across London will be heading to the chapel of St Peter and St Paul in Greenwich to celebrate gospel singing on Saturday 25 April. Their spring ‘BIG sing’ concert will blend a range of gospel styles, with covers of songs from Bob Marley, Emeli Sande, Edwin Hawkins an...
Old Royal Naval College set to transform into Tudor England for the day
The grounds, chapel and Painted Hall of the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich will transport visitors back to Tudor England on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 April. Actors will be around all weekend to bring Tudor court back to life, Visitors can also wander through the historic market, visit a ‘liv...
Review: My Uncle Is Not Pablo Escobar at Brixton House
Four women openly challenge Latinx stereotypes Four women openly challenge Latinx stereotypes London has great diversity through centuries of migration to its different areas as certain communities grow and settle. Certain boroughs become synonymous with a particular community as the ties deepen...
Review: Flyby at Southwark Playhouse
A turbulent journey into the human heart Who are we? And can we really know another person when we barely know ourselves? These questions are at the heart of Flyby, a new musical by composer Theo Jamieson, created with Adam Lenson, currently having its world premiere, writes Eugenia Sestini. I...
Greens nearly double number of candidates as Southwark election campaigns kick off
The race to pick up seats at Southwark Council has led to both the Green Party and Reform standing significantly more candidates borough-wide than in the 2022 elections, writes Rich Brann. Labour, the Conservatives, and the Liberal Democrats will contest every seat in Southwark ahead of May’s loca...
Sharp rise in south east London crime recorded in March
Metropolitan Police figures have revealed which south east London borough recorded the highest number of criminal offences in March.
Farage thinks some outer London boroughs want to split from the city
Nigel Farage has predicted some outer London boroughs will want to hold referenda in future to decide whether they wa
Former candidate removed by Labour seeks Your Party backing for local election return
This is premium content for subscribers only Get the real storyAs Southwark changes we’re still here.We’re fighting to make sure our community has a voice and stays in the know.But proper journalism costs money. For just £2 a month, or £20 a year, our members get exclusive investigations, his...
Albert Bridge open again after ‘unexpected movement’
Albert Bridge has reopened after it was closed to pedestrians and cyclists on Wednesday afternoon (April 8), writes Katherine Gray.. The Thames Crossing was shut-off to all traffic because sensors had picked-up “unexpected movement.” Engineers have now confirmed that the movements are not an add...