Old London – Hyde Park Corner
Today’s London news round-up:
Plans for more than 300 homes at vacant hospital site recommended for approval Enfield Dispatch
Four school children chosen to be ball boys and boy girls at Wimbledon say working at the tournament has been a “once in a lifetime experience”. BBC News
A hosepipe ban will come into force across Harrow and large parts of the surrounding region next week as water supplies come under increasing pressure during the third heatwave of the year. Harrow Online
‘Extreme’ London wildfire risk warning issued BBC News
A 70s teen idol will be the latest star to get a marker on Camden’s Music Walk of Fame. Ham and High
The Massed Bands of the Royal Marines have been rehearsing at HMS Excellent in Portsmouth for a ceremonial event in London. Forces News
Wandsworth Council has launched a renewed crackdown on heavy goods vehicles using weight-restricted residential streets, after growing concerns from residents Putney SW15
Proposals have been put forward for hundreds of homes on the site of a former Homebase store in Romford. Romford Recorder
Man dies after fall at Mayfair construction site Construction News
One artist’s mission to paint every council estate in London amid regeneration concerns SW Londoner
A domestic abuse victim who received death threats was left feeling “scared to leave her property” after Barking and Dagenham Council failed to move her to a new home. Barking Star
Aled Richards-Jones has resigned as Leader of Wandsworth Council, just six weeks after leading the Conservatives back into power. It has come as a shock even to his closest colleagues. Putney News
And from ianVisits:
The restored Banqueting House reopens fully next month
This week’s theatre ticket sale offers from London Theatre Direct
Flash sale on Eurostar tickets to the European mainland
Giant embroidery exhibition celebrates 400 years of London’s Upholders
Canary Wharf becomes KANEary Wharf in Harry Kane tube station makeover
Bayeux Tapestry arrives in Britain under overnight police escort
London’s weekly railway news
Things to do in London tomorrow
Barnes FairBarnes
Around 300 exhibitors offering fashion, jewellery, gifts and homeware for browsing plus food and drink stalls from some of Barnes’ bars and restaurants
Urban ArtBrixton
Featuring over 120 exhibitors, this event offers visitors the unique chance to buy artwork directly from the creators themselves.
Visit a garden: RooftopvegplotFitzrovia
A nutritional garden with views across London, where fruit and vegetables grow amongst complementary flowers in six inches of soil, in raised beds on a flat roof.
Chelsfield Village FairOrpington
Annual village fair with the usual mix of food, drink, craft stalls, vintage cars and displays.
The Edroy Garden Line – O Gauge model railway open weekendRaynes Park
One of three open weekends this year for this extensive ‘O’ Gauge Model Garden Railway built in the back of a private garden.
Monthly open (hour) at the Wimbledon Village StablesWimbledon
On the second Saturday of every month, the Stables invites visitors to explore the yard, meet the horses, and see how everything runs behind the scenes.
Mary Stewart – The First Lady AlmonerClerkenwell
Explore the appointment and records of Miss Mary Stewart, who was appointed as the first Lady Almoner at the Royal Free Hospital in 1895.
Statistics and stupidly smart AIMayfair
Statistician Arthur Turrell explores how we can separate bad data from good, how it impacts decisions, and why that matters for you.
Things to do on Sunday
Urban ArtBrixton
Featuring over 120 exhibitors, this event offers visitors the unique chance to buy artwork directly from the creators themselves.
OmVed Gardens’ Summer Open DayHighgate
Come and spend a summer’s day at OmVed Gardens.
Visit a garden: RooftopvegplotFitzrovia
A nutritional garden with views across London, where fruit and vegetables grow amongst complementary flowers in six inches of soil, in raised beds on a flat roof.
Gipsy Hill Village FeteLocal village fete in Gipsy Hill with music and the usual things.
ChessFestTrafalgar Square
The UK’s largest one-day chess event is aimed at anyone who loves or wants to learn chess, and is completely free of charge.
The Edroy Garden Line – O Gauge model railway open weekendRaynes Park
One of three open weekends this year for this extensive ‘O’ Gauge Model Garden Railway built in the back of a private garden.
Brixton Windmill open weekendBrixton
Visit Lambeth’s historic windmill in the heart of Brixton.
Monthly open day at Cobham MillCobham
This picturesque early 19th century mill, is situated in delightful surroundings on the banks of the River Mole.
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