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Oh hey SW London!

We’re in the full festive swing at SW Pulse HQ. Whether you’re more panto or pant-NO, here’s what’s happening in your neighbourhood this week.

Bell Ribeiro-Addy has teamed up with Ace of Clubs to encourage SW Londoners to donate sleeping bags to those sleeping on the streets this Christmas. You can drop items to Bell’s constituency office Monday-Wednesday 11am - 5pm. Find out more… 

If you’ve ever fancied a sneaky peek round Lambeth Palace, 12 December is your chance! Cllr Adrian Garden, the Mayor of Lambeth, is running a tour to raise much-needed funds for Lambeth & Croydon Foodbank and Age UK Lambeth. Find out more… 

The Alexandra in Wimbledon is a community pub that truly embodies the festive spirit. Every year they serve up complementary dinners to anyone spending Christmas Day alone. If you’d like to help them make the day even more magical, donations are welcome. Find out more…

Craft Gin Club is the perfect way to discover the world’s best gins as part of a bigger gin-loving community, all from the comfort of your own home.

Every month, we send our members a different, surprise Gin of the Month box through the post.

Each box contains a full-sized bottle of very special craft gin – including brand new, one-off or specially imported spirits, hand-selected mixers, cocktail ingredients and foodie treats, as well as an issue of Ginned!, our monthly club magazine.

Memberships can be gifted to loved ones - so a perfect Christmas present!

Find out more and get up to 60% discount on your first order.

If sipping a martini in a former public lavatory doesn’t sound glamorous, think again! WC Wine and Charcuterie sits below Clapham Common tube station and serves up a ‘small and intimate’ menu of beautifully curated cocktails, wine and fizz. Find out more… 

If you fancy a break from festive fayre, Tozi (‘group of friends’) serves up authentic Italian pizzas and cicchetti. Share small plates with pals (and perhaps a negroni!) or treat yourself to a full-on dining experience with the lobster pizza and a bottle of fizz - buon appetito! Find out more… 

Christmas is all about sharing, and this festive board is the tastiest way to do it. Start with delicious nibbles, followed by roast turkey Wellington, melt-in-the-mouth beef shin and all the trimmings. Two courses £45, three courses £50 - booking recommended! Find out more… 

From Bordeaux and Burgundy to Pet-Nats and Orange wines, whatever tipple tickles your fancy, Coolersomm have got you covered. Time to sit? While away a few hours choosing from 30 different wines by the glass, plus delicious cheese and charcuterie. Find out more…

Join Peter, Wendy, Tinkerbell and the Lost Boys as they soar into Neverland for a panto packed with laughter and adventure. But beware: Captain Hook and his pesky pirates are lurking… and that ticking crocodile isn’t far behind! 11 - 21 December. Find out more… 

Merry Misrule is an immersive adventure where Christmas has gone delightfully off-kilter. Created with the brilliant minds at Wild Rumpus, explore magical rooms, encounter mischievous creatures and join the ‘Resistance Rabbit’ on their quest. Find out more… 

This December, Putney Exchange has been filling the centre with festive fun, community choirs, and creative workshops. On 13 December, roaming entertainers will be handing out treats from 12-4pm, so go and grab the kids (and yourself!) something sweet! Find out more… 

Little Bears play centre has everything for babies to five-year-olds - soft play, sensory baby toys, arts and crafts and a play kitchen. Pre-booking is a must, so drop them a DM with the spot you want. Places are first-come, first-served. Find out more…

We’re giving away a £100 gift voucher for The Ivy! Simply refer SW Pulse to a friend to have a chance of winning. Each referral equals one entry into the prize draw, with the winner announced on 18th December.

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Mosaic Clubhouse supports people in Lambeth living with a mental health condition. On Friday 12 December they are hosting a Community Christmas Fair - expect warming jerk chicken, festive drinks, and a performance from Mind & Soul Choir. Find out more… 

Northcote Records is SW London’s go-to live music spot, serving up something new every night. On Tuesday 16 December, Tony Bowen takes the stage with everything from Bruno Mars and Pharrell to Daft Punk, Lizzo and Billie Eilish - so get your requests ready. Find out more… 

11-14 December is your last chance to enjoy Wimbledon’s artisan Christmas Market. Grab something mulled, and get shopping from over 70 traders offering original art, home décor, bespoke jewellery, clothing, and candles. Find out more… 

Want to make the festive season go with a bang? Join Chloe Campbell as she shows you how to construct your own Christmas cracker, paper crown and tiny fan, then decorate them with your fave seasonal motifs. Saturday 13 December, 10am. Find out more…

George and Beth Vintage open it’s doors for their annual pop-up - a beautifully curated vintage pop-up shop in the lead up to the festive season. You’ll find anything from old decadent, crystal chandeliers to galvanised tin buckets (perfect for a tree) amongst vintage fashion, jewellery and a large array of 'bit n' bobs' that make great gift and stocking fillers. Saturday 13 & Sunday 14 December. Find out more…

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