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Oh hey SW London!

From planetary play to portrait painting, here’s what’s happening in your neighbourhood this week…

Don't miss your chance to be part of the conversation! The South West London Mental Health & Health Inequalities Conference is back for its third year this Tuesday, 19 May, with expert sessions, workshops and big ideas around reducing health inequalities. Secure your spot now. Find out more… 

The Lib Dems - already in control of Richmond upon Thames since 2018 - have swept every single one of the council's 54 seats, leaving both the Greens and Conservatives without representation. A historically clean sweep for one of South West London's most watched councils. Find out more… 

Kingston just hit an incredible milestone - over 1,000 local residents trained as Mental Health First Aiders! Kingston is now buzzing with people who can spot the signs and start life-changing conversations. Free training is still available - could you be next? Find out more…

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The River Walk Market is back at Battersea Power Station every Sunday until August - think freshly baked bread, world cheeses, gourmet treats and artisan finds, all with Thames views. Independent traders, brilliant vibes, zero excuses not to go. 11am–5pm. Find out more… 

Husband-and-wife duo Sam and Alicja Bryant have brought their cult nose-to-tail pop-up to a permanent home in SW9. Their aged Norfolk Wagyu cheeseburger is a National Burger Award winner, and Sundays mean whole joints roasted over coals with beef dripping trenchers. Find out more… 

A Tooting institution specialising in South Indian cuisine - Kerala fish curries, Malabar chicken and Cochin prawn curry, all at prices that feel almost apologetically reasonable. A no-frills neighbourhood restaurant that locals love and visitors can't believe they nearly missed. Find out more… 

Ploussard serves up a seasonal small plates menu and a focus on natural wines. Tables are kept back for walk-ins at the bar, so you can drop in for wine and snacks without a booking. Low-key, genuinely good, and exactly the kind of place that earns a loyal local following fast. Find out more… 

The smash-hit West End production of Annie is coming to New Wimbledon Theatre for one week only, 23–30 May! Starring Strictly's La Voix as the gloriously tyrannical Miss Hannigan, this Tony award-winning musical is pure feel-good gold. Find out more… 

London's wild side is calling! This May half-term, Morden Hall Park's Weekend of Wildlife (23–24 May) brings you free, hands-on nature activities with visiting experts - no booking needed. Discover the creatures hiding in one of the capital's most magical green spaces. Find out more… 

Battersea Park Zoo turns 75, and your little ones get in half price! From 23-31 May, celebrate with extra keeper talks, meerkats, otters, lemurs and themed days with WWF, RSPB and more. Plus: a magical late-night Birthday Bash on the 29th. Don't miss it! Find out more… 

Blast off to Another Planet, Streatham's brand-new cosmic play café for little explorers aged 0-8! Join alien mascots Arlo and i-Zac for intergalactic adventures built around friendship, kindness, and discovery. Sessions from just £6. Houston, fun has landed. Find out more…

London is lacing up its boots this May! The London Walking Festival brings 200+ guided walks across all 33 boroughs, from riverside routes to hidden green spaces. Unite with others to walk one million miles together. Join the world's first National Park City on foot. Every step counts! Find out more… 

In need of a midweek comedy fix? Good Ship Comedy at The Thieves brings top-tier stand-up - think Rosie Jones, Maisie Adam, and more household names - to a brilliant Battersea pub. Upcoming: Jacob Hawley, Harriet Kemsley, and Hal Cruttenden. Grab your tickets! Find out more… 

Have you got more moves than Mark from Peep Show? We Dance at the Grove with Nikki Ashley is a 5Rhythms class where your body leads and your mind follows. No steps to learn - just move, shake, release, and rediscover yourself. Beginners totally welcome. Find out more… 

Since 1845, Heatherleys has been London's home for serious fine art. One of Britain's oldest independent art schools, it offers exceptional courses in portraiture, figurative painting, and sculpture. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, your next creative leap starts here. Find out more…

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

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