Lewisham has the 13th lowest shoplifting rate in London according to a new study. Great news for a borough that is apparently the ‘least peaceful’ place to live in.  Add that to the fact that Lewisham ranks as the 48th most deprived of all 326 local authorities and I’d say we are looking good. Analysing the most recent official police data, LoveMyVouchers.co.uk have … [Read more...]

Programming is a useful skill to learn and like with any language it's best learned at a young age. Learning to code teaches kids vital problem-solving, creativity, and communication skills. MyCompleteFocus CIC have started a new code club at PLACE/Ladywell and it’s free for young people aged 6-16. What’s on in for your child? Free coding, programming and robotics … [Read more...]

A young woman from Forest Hill has created a film showing the impact that gang life has on families. Alisha Mitchell, 21, knew someone who was in a gang and saw the effect that it had on their loved ones. The film shows the thoughts of a gang member’s mum, dad, sister and friend. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=00A58VGoG0I& It was organised with the help of Fixers – … [Read more...]

Smart city business Strawberry Energy UK has joined forces with Cancer Research UK to launch a network of Smart Benches with contactless technology in Lewisham and Islington in time for World Cancer Day on 4 February 2017. The solar-powered benches enhance public spaces by providing mobile device charging ports and free Wi-Fi access, as well as a place to sit and … [Read more...]

The team at Mecca Catford is hosting a series of ‘Mic Nights’ and is calling out to local acts from across Lewisham and Greater London to showcase their talent. Running every Thursday for five weeks, the best act from each heat will stand the chance to make it through to the grand final on Thursday 2 March 2017, where the winner will take home £500 in cash. The audience … [Read more...]

Fancy some wood chopping and bramble hacking? How about running? Many of us make resolutions to get fit and stay fit but don't do anything about it. Some of us have gone as far as signing up for a gym only to go to a few sessions before throwing in the towel. If this sounds like you, maybe it's time to try something different. GoodGym encourages people to combine exercise … [Read more...]

Lewisham Live returns for 2017 and this year it is bigger than ever! With 15 events, in 8 different venues and well over 2,000 young people involved – The festival continues to create unique opportunities for children and young people to showcase and develop their talents in music and dance. Under the banner Lewisham Live EXPLODES, the 2017 festival has a whole host of … [Read more...]

You are invited to the PLACE/Ladywell launch party for the building and the Good Hope Cafe on Thursday 8th December 6-8pm! They will be celebrating not only the opening of the building but also the wealth of creativity, talent and community spirit in Lewisham - all tenants are Lewisham locals who are doing very interesting things. Join them for lots of fun, food and … [Read more...]

Artists in Lee Green will be exhibiting their art in their homes and studios over two weekends this November. Local residents and visitors to Lee Green will be able to view and purchase a range of art on their doorstep.  The 2016 event takes place on the weekends of the 12th, 13th and 19th, 20th November. Lee Green Open Studio has been running for seventeen years and this … [Read more...]

Lewisham Council are looking at Catford and New Cross as potential sites to meet the local accommodation needs of the borough’s travelling community. The Council is in the early stages of looking for a site and want to know what you think. They are seeking public feedback on two potential locations they have identified. They only need one site. The sites they are looking … [Read more...]