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15,000-home Thamesmead Waterfront project given welcome boost by New Towns Taskforce

A 100-hectare brownfield site in Thamesmead, with capacity for 15,000 new homes, has been named by t…

29/09/2025

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Deputy Mayor of London praises co-designed open spaces in South Thamesmead

Mete Coban MBE, Deputy Mayor of London for Environment and Energy, has hailed South Thamesmead’s out…

08/09/2025

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Help grow a greener future in Thamesmead

Residents are invited to help plan and protect Thamesmead's green spaces.

08/09/2025

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Unity Lounge and Bar opens at Sporting Club Thamesmead

An exciting new lounge and bar offering drinks, world food, and activities for local people, has ope…

11/08/2025

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Young entrepreneurs win big at Thamesmead pitch event

Three young entrepreneurs with a connection to Thamesmead have walked away with big prizes to boost…

28/07/2025

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Have your say on proposals to extend the DLR to Thamesmead

Local people are invited to give their views on TfL’s proposals to bring the Docklands Light Railway…

17/07/2025

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Thamesmead Festival 2021

There’s nothing like this… Neo-soul legend Omar to headline London’s unique free festival

The award-winning Thamesmead Festival returns on Saturday 2 August 2025, bringing another unforgetta…

04/07/2025

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Join the Thamesmead Connectors to shape a healthier community

Local residents are invited to become Thamesmead Connectors — a community group shaping and running…

11/06/2025

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South Thamesmead Garden Estate

Deadline extended! New Community Fund launched to energise South Thamesmead Garden Estate

Local residents and community groups can now apply for funding of between £200 and £2,000 to bring t…

06/06/2025

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Southmere Lake Map

Kids have Southmere Lake all mapped out

Local children have helped capture the sights and scenery of Southmere Lake in an illustrated map, w…

19/05/2025

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Thamesmead Community Fund 2025

The Thamesmead Community Fund is open from Tuesday 22 April to Monday 19 May 2025.

17/04/2025

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Business Course Website

New support for young entrepreneurs aged 18-30

Young entrepreneurs in Thamesmead are being encouraged to make their business dreams a reality, than…

16/04/2025

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Thamesmead Festival wins prestigious UK award!

The Thamesmead Festival – Peabody’s annual flagship event in the town – has scooped a golden pineapp…

02/04/2025

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South Thamesmead celebrates key milestone with topping out ceremony

Peabody’s regeneration of South Thamesmead reached a significant milestone this week, with a “toppin…

02/04/2025

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Job prospects flourishing for gardening graduates

A group of local residents are embarking on their horticultural careers after graduating from a new…

28/03/2025

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Repair And Reuse Website

Win a £50 voucher for repair and upcycling ideas

Thamesmead residents could win a £50 voucher for sharing their thoughts on how to reduce waste and s…

17/03/2025

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