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Spotlight: Story Coffee
A local caffeine institution is celebrating its 10th birthday, so we thought what better time to delve into the story of Story Coffee. We caught up with founders Sof and Jo to talk coffee beans, brunch and what they love most about Wandsworth town. Tell us who you are and what you do. Sof: We … Read more
Wandsworth is London Borough of Culture 2025
Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has revealed that Wandsworth will be London Borough of Culture 2025! The campaign, led by Wandsworth Council, saw hundreds of community organisations, creative ventures, schools, businesses and residents, pool together to support the bid for Borough of Culture. As well as being the Mayor of London’s hometown, Wandsworth boasts an … Read more
Wandsworth celebrates International Women’s Day
Friday 8 March marks International Women’s Day, the annual celebration of women’s achievements as well as a day to highlight gender inequality and campaign for safer spaces for women. The theme for 2024 is ‘Inspire Inclusion’. The official International Women’s Day website states: When women aren’t present, we must ask: If not, why not?When women … Read more
Spotlight: Green Mark
Spring is just around the corner, so now feels the perfect time to start helping local businesses think green. Wandsworth Town BID is working alongside Green Mark to help local businesses start their sustainability journey and earn a free business accreditation as part of the Making Businesses Greener scheme. We sat down with Green Mark’s Dave Price to … Read more
Spotlight: Physio Edge
The wonderful people of Wandsworth love a good workout, but what happens when your joints and muscles don’t quite feel like they should? We caught up with Gill Coates, chief therapist at Physio Edge, to find out more about their services, the benefits of physiotherapy, and what she loves most about Wandsworth Town. Hey Gill! … Read more
Supporting local businesses to become sustainable
We have partnered with Green Mark to help local businesses save money and become more sustainable. Green Mark actively helps you reduce your environmental impact with a clear, web-based certification process that assesses, audits and certifies your business’s impact on the environment: 1. Green Mark reviews your performance and identifies steps required to save energy, … Read more
Help to inspire Southside’s new mural
Southside shopping centre is embarking on a creative new project to inject some colour in the town centre. As part of their ongoing works to revitalise the centre, Southside will install a brand-new mural on their west entrance, and they want your input. The artwork should reflect the local community and be inspired by a … Read more
Black and Ethical Fashion Show coming to Southside
Fée Uhssi Presents: The Black and Ethical Fashion Show as part of the African Fashion & Textile Experience. You’re invited to celebrate African Fashion with a one-of-a-kind catwalk show featuring the most current African-inspired fashion trends and exclusive designs of both well-established and emerging designers and fashion brands from the black community in Wandsworth and … Read more
Spotlight: Explore Wandsworth
If you want to know the secrets and incredible local history of Wandsworth then Geoff Simmons is your man. We caught up with Geoff to discuss his walking tours, his favourite fact about SW18, and the secrets hiding in plain sight. Hi Geoff, tell us who you are and what you do. I’m Geoff Simmons. … Read more
Wandsworth Women’s Enterprise Awards 2024
Small businesses and Wandsworth go hand in hand, like chocolate and peanut butter or coffee and a pastry. The Wandsworth Women’s Enterprise Awards look to actively celebrate female business entrepreneurs in our community, many of whom run a successful business whilst juggling the needs of their families. Get involved! Are you a female business owner? … Read more
Spotlight: LevelOut
Wandsworth is the home of a great workout, so are naturally delighted to welcome LevelOut to All Saints Passage. We caught up with Ellie to find out more about SW18’s latest fitness offering. Tell us who you are and what you do. I am Ellie, head of community at LevelOut. We are a community-led Reformer … Read more
Discover the extraordinary world of Wandsworth Town
As part of Wandsworth’s bid for London Borough of Culture 2025 Geoff Simmons is inviting you on a guided tour of Wandsworth Town centre, to uncover the secrets and remarkable history of our neighbourhood. The two-hour tour meets at Wandsworth Town Library (9 Courthouse Way, SW18 4QG) at 2pm on Saturday 17 February. Click here … Read more
Food and Culture Award’s finalists revealed
The finalists have been announced for this year’s Time & Leisure Food and Culture Awards and there are plenty of beloved Wandsworth businesses in the running. Best Coffee/Tea House– Little Frenchies– Lockdown Bakehouse Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year– Chez Bruce Family Attraction of the Year– Boom Battle Bar– Gravity Max– Wandsworth Arts Fringe Best … Read more
Spotlight: Clip ‘n Climb
Something exciting is coming to Wandsworth in time for the half-term break – Clip ‘n Climb. We caught up with manager Simon to find out what you can expect when Clip ‘n Climb open its doors on 10 February. Tell us who you are. I’m Simon, I live locally and I’m the new manager of … Read more
Spotlight: The Avenue Cookery School
Looking to develop your skills in the kitchen and whip up some jaw-dropping dishes? Well, look no further. We caught up with Niv at The Avenue Cookery School to find out about their culinary classes. Tell us who you are and what you do. We are The Avenue Cookery School, an independent, family-run cookery school, … Read more
Lidl is coming to Southside Wandsworth
We know summer may feel a long way away in these freezing temperatures but we have some exciting news to share – Lidl are bringing their quality bargains to Southside Wandsworth! The new store will occupy more than 19,000 sq ft of retail space at Southside and offers customers great products at low prices, including … Read more
Spotlight: Gemma Ford
Meet Gemma, life coach and marketing professional extraordinaire. We caught up with her to find out more about her professional services and how Gemma can help transform your life and your business. Hey Gemma, tell us who you are and what you do. I’m Gemma Ford and I’m an entrepreneur with more than one business … Read more
Achieve your goals in London’s fitness capital
We’re claiming the unofficial title that Wandsworth Town is London’s fitness capital. The pure density of workout options available to you in SW18 guarantees that, whatever your fitness goal, you can achieve it here. Whether you’re looking to bulk up, slim down, improve your form, pace, strength, or just get healthy, there’s a solution for … Read more