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Oh hey SW London!
Spooky season is officially in full swing! Whether you’re feeling ghoulish or gastronomical, here’s what’s happening in your neighbourhood this week…
LOCAL NEWS DIGEST
Wandsworth Schools Lead on Student Voice
A record number of Wandsworth schools have achieved Gold in UNICEF UK’s Rights Respecting Schools Award (RRSA) - reflecting their commitment to put children’s rights at the centre of the school experience. Find out more…
Volunteer with the Bay Tree Centre
The Baytree Centre is a Brixton-based educational charity focusing on training and employability skills for women and girls. They’re currently looking for inspirational mentors and volunteers to support the incredible work they do. Find out more…
Help shape the future of Clapham Junction
Want to have your say on the future of Clapham Junction station? Join Network Rail, the Clapham Junction Masterplan design team, and Wandsworth Council to discuss the current challenges. Wednesday 29 October, 6-8pm. Find out more…
TODAY’S PARTNER
Killik & Co is an award-winning, independently owned- wealth manager that has been advising clients on how to save, plan and invest for over 35 years.
We are very proud to be part of the Northcote Road community, having opened our branch in 2018 as a space for residents to come in and chat to us in a no-suits, no-jargon environment about anything personal finance related.
We are proud to offer a suite of services that meet the needs of every generation of savers and investors. Some of the areas in which we can help are:
Investments
Wealth planning
Managing a cash windfall
Writing a will
Lasting Powers of Attorney
Tax & trusts
Visit us at 125D Northcote Road, email [email protected] or call 02073370455. No appointment is necessary, and we do not charge for the first meeting.
FOOD & DRINK
Brixton Beer Festival
From shandies to stouts, discover your new local tipple at the Brixton Beer Festival. Events take place across multiple venues until 2 November. Pick up your £3 Festival Pack to receive some tasty exclusive discounts. Find out more…
Freak Scene Punk Asian Dining, Balham
Chopsticks at the ready! Freak Scene (from former Nobu head chef Scott Hallsworth) is a bold, irreverent punk-Asian dining experience. From mouth-watering black cod tacos to spicy tuna sashimi pizza, Freak Scene refuses to play by the rules. Find out more…
Dinner and views at the Lass O’Richmond Hill
At the top of Richmond Hill sits a foodie’s paradise. Their menus feature the freshest seasonal British ingredients, and they boast one of the best pints of Guinness in London! Does it live up to the hype? Only one way to find out…Find out more…
Brindisa Authentic Spanish Produce
The days are getting colder, so why not bring home a taste of sunshine? Brindisa has been the home of Spanish food in the UK for over 35 years. From chorizo to cheese and Perello to Pet Nat, check out their range of authentic Spanish goods. Find out more…
FAMILY FUN
Halloween at Brixton Windmill
The whole family can enjoy a spooky Sunday at Brixton Windmill! There’s Halloween arts and crafts, pumpkin carving, and scary stories inside the windmill. Activities are free and take place Sunday 26 October, 1-4pm. Find out more…
Battersea Park Zoo
From monkeys to meerkats, and wallabies to wildcats - Battersea Park Zoo is home to 100 animals from around the world. The zoo and adventure playground are open from 10am to 5.30pm every day of the week. Find out more…
Playball London
Playball do more than coach children how to play sports - they prepare them for the future! They offer weekly classes for ages 18 months to ten years at venues in Battersea, Clapham and Chelsea, Monday to Saturday. Find out more…
Monkey Music Baby & Toddler Classes
Monkey Music has been running for over 30 years, bringing families and their little ones together for catchy tunes by talented teachers. Want to give it a try? Book your free class via the website. Classes across SW London. Find out more…
ENTERTAINMENT
Made You Look Exhibition
From 23 October to 1 November, Battersea Arts Centre will be host to ‘Made You Look’ - celebrating talented black chefs from across the UK. Find out more about their fascinating stories and what it has taken to get to where they are. Find out more…
FRIDAZE Cabaret Night
Every fourth Friday of the month, the Omnibus Theatre in Clapham hosts a vibrant fusion of music, comedy, drag performances, and everything in between. Next show: Friday 24 October, 9pm. Tickets cost £10. Find out more…
Get your spooky shimmy on at Flow Dance’s Halloween-themed Social Dance Night in Nine Elms, 7pm, Saturday 25 October. Instructors are on hand to teach you all the moves, so grab a drink and get yourself on the dancefloor! Find out more…
Balham Bowls Club Pub Quiz
Could you and your pals give The Chasers a run for their money? Test out your general knowledge skills every Tuesday night at Balham Bowls Club. There’s a weekly jackpot of £50 up for grabs as well as a £50 bar tab! (£2 entry fee). Find out more…
THAT’S A WRAP
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