‘Special little community’ built on full bellies
Meet the team of volunteers treating their neighbours to delicious free meals at Love Soup Cafe in W…
09/01/2026
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Community invited to ‘take ownership’ of new oaks
Influential artists Ackroyd & Harvey are inviting local people to join them for the “visually impact…
08/01/2026
Take free help to kick the habit, say ex-smokers
Former smokers are urging their fellow residents to sign up for free stop smoking services to help t…
05/01/2026
Young makers shaping future careers on youth hub project
A group of local young people are helping to design a new youth hub in South Thamesmead, gaining val…
22/12/2025
Beloved shopkeeper Gogi cements his place in town’s future
Long-serving shop owner Gogi Deol has seen his name etched into Cygnet Square in recognition of his…
17/12/2025
£5,000 of Christmas vouchers bring festive joy to families
A sprinkling of Christmas cheer has come early for around 100 Thamesmead households who were given f…
16/12/2025
Plans for new bus lanes, cycle lanes and road
Residents are invited to have their say on planned improvements to transport links across the town.
16/12/2025
Community digs deep for tree-planting efforts
More than 20 new trees have been planted after a flurry of community activity across Thamesmead in D…
12/12/2025
Free coffee and warmth bringing the community together
Residents are flocking to enjoy complimentary coffee at a cosy community hub.
10/12/2025
Free, festive fun at the Winter Family Disco
Families are invited to join their neighbours for festive fun at a free Winter Family Disco at the M…
08/12/2025
Turner Prize winner’s Cygnet Square artwork unveiled
Turner Prize-winning artist Jasleen Kaur’s first public artwork has been unveiled in Cygnet Square.
05/12/2025
DLR extension will make life easier for residents
The Docklands Light Railway is officially coming to Thamesmead, giving local people the reliable tra…
27/11/2025
Thamesmead charities urged to apply for new round of Kerslake Awards funding
Local charities, community groups and resident-led projects are being invited to apply now for grant…
27/11/2025
Residents invited to see new permanent artwork on Cygnet Square
Thamesmead residents are invited to the public unveiling of Was. Is. Will Be. – a new permanent publ…
21/11/2025
Community events bring Thamesmead together this October
Local people are invited to explore a range of fun and free activities in Thamesmead this October. F…
21/10/2025
£1 million funding for Bexley arts project
A community arts programme co-designed by Bexley residents has secured £1 million in funding.
20/10/2025
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