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Oh hey SW London!

From literature to Lebanese, here’s what’s happening in your neighbourhood this week…

The Lambeth Readers and Writers Festival is back - and it's bursting with brilliant events! Running May into June as part of the National Year of Reading 2026, this free, two-month celebration brings books, bold ideas and creative inspiration straight to your local libraries. Find out more… 

What if your old washing machine could change someone's life? At REWORK London, skilled engineers breathe new life into donated appliances, saving money for local families, creating real jobs, and keeping tonnes of waste out of landfill. Find out more…

Every step forward is one you don't have to take alone. LGBT Hero's Walking HangOuts are free, fortnightly meet-ups on Clapham Common - a warm, welcoming space to move your body, lift your spirits, and find your people. Come as you are. Community is waiting. Find out more… 

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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, members receive 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.

Being a member offers so much more than just picking up a bottle of gin off the supermarket shelf – it’s a whole fantabulous gin experience! Join here.

After three years of sold-out supper clubs, Malika Green and Paschelle Brown have opened All Roads on Atlantic Road - a neighbourhood restaurant serving Caribbean-inspired comfort food, weekend DJ sets, and dishes like slow-cooked oxtail and wings marinated in sweet black tea. Find out more…

Tucked inside a glass box near the Wandsworth roundabout, inside it's tiled floors, glowing mosaic lamps and locals piling in for smoky moutabal, tangy fattoush and a lamb kabseh special. No booking, no drama, just stunning food. Find out more… 

Sinabro (meaning "slowly, steadily") is Battersea's best-kept secret - a French fine dining bistro with a Korean soul. Chef Yoann's 32 years of expertise shine in every seasonally-crafted dish. No hype, no PR, just quietly brilliant cooking that keeps the locals coming back. Find out more… 

Hungry for something new? Wandsworth's free smartphone-friendly Food & Drink Trails map out 11 neighbourhoods, from buzzing Tooting to chic Northcote Road, packed with the borough's best restaurants, cafés, pubs and hidden gems. Download your trail and start exploring. Find out more…

Some weekends just need a little more joy. The Big Bahooey is back at Hampton Court Palace this May Bank Holiday (23-25 May) - circus workshops, aerial cabaret, street theatre and glorious nonsense, all set within Henry VIII's breathtaking gardens. Come make memories. Find out more… 

Has your child got a spark of curiosity waiting to ignite? At Code Ninjas Isleworth, that spark can become something extraordinary. Through hands-on STEM learning - from coding to robotics - your child can build real skills, confidence and creativity. Find out more… 

Whether your little one is more of a plodder or a sprinter, this show celebrates every pace. Polka Theatre's Tortoise and the Hare bursts with puppetry, live music and pure joy, and reminds us that showing up is what matters most. Perfect for ages 3-7. Tickets from £10. Find out more…

Wimbledon Fencing Club's Junior Beginner Course gives young people aged 10+ the confidence to try an Olympic sport in a safe, welcoming environment. Six exciting Wednesday evenings, all equipment provided. Their adventure starts 20 May - places are limited! Find out more…

Something extraordinary is brewing at Battersea Arts Centre this May. Homegrown Festival - curated entirely by BAC's Next Gen Producers - is a weekend of immersive installations, bold new writing and community celebration. Free and Pay What You Can. 29–30 May. Find out more… 

From salsa and ballroom to Pilates, yoga, lyrical dance, and table tennis - Fresh Ground's adult classes have something for everybody. Whether you want to sweat, stretch, groove, or simply unwind, they have world-class instructors and a brilliant community waiting for you. Find out more… 

Secrets, sharp knives, and a very suspicious fog - Dinner by Moira Buffini is the wickedly funny, gloriously unhinged dinner party you need to witness. Secrets boil over, tongues cut deeper than the cutlery, and someone may or may not have pliers. Until 24 May. From £10. Find out more… 

Brixton's newest members' bar is tucked inside Brixton Village - and it's worth knowing about. Friday nights, it's small-batch rum cocktails, great sound, and good company. Membership costs £180 per year. Built for people working on something. Find out more…

Gousto: Join the food revolution. Choose the recipes you love and get all the ingredients in perfect proportions delivered to your door. 50% off your first order.

Craft Gin Club: Craft Gin Club is the UK's biggest subscription club for gin lovers. Discover the world's best craft gins, delivered to you door. As seen on Dragons' Den!

Craftiosity: Subscription box of modern craft kits, to help crafters unwind and take them on a mini creative adventure.

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