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18 Dec Booming creative and digital cluster in Lewisham wins their bid to become one of London’s first-ever Creative Enterprise Zones

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Deptford and New Cross are one of the capital’s first-ever Creative Enterprise Zones, London Mayor Sadiq Khan announced on 14th December 2018. The borough’s creative and digital industry has grown by an incredible 71 per cent in the last five years – twice as fast as...

17 Dec Unique eco project for homeless families nominated for Mayor’s green award

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A 47-unit housing development for homeless families in Lewisham has been nominated for a prestigious sustainability award supported by the London Mayor. The unique scheme at Burnt Ash Hill delivered by Lewisham Homes on behalf of Lewisham Council, is in the running for “The Mayor’s Award...

15 Dec What’s on

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With the festive season upon us, Deptford Market Yard is serving up some seasonal treats. Alongside the food offer and unique gifts, you’ll find carol singers, live music, Santa’s grotto/arch and a range of workshops including wreathmaking and gingerbread decorating. Deptford Market Yard, Market Yard, Deptford,...

09 Nov Major £37.7m investment for Lewisham council house building programme

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Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London, has awarded Lewisham Council £37.7 million to build 384 new council homes in the borough. Lewisham Council already has an impressive house-building record. The borough has met or exceeded the London Plan housing targets for the last 15 years. In 2016/17,...

09 Nov Case study – Anthology Deptford

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A creative partnership between a developer and emerging artists is helping to forge Deptford’s reputation as London’s edgiest district. Anthology’s Deptford Foundry on Arklow Road is one of London’s newest developments, a 316-home development comprising eight buildings and one tower. On the site of a former...

08 Nov What’s On in Lewisham?

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Lewisham Fringe Festival Date: 3 to 18, November 2018 Venue: The London Theatre, 443 New Cross Road, London, SE14 6TA. Description: More than 30 shows including comedy, theatre, dance music and arts. Cost: £2 to £12 Further information and booking: Visit the London Theatre website or call 0208 694 1888....

26 Sep Back the bid to bring the Bakerloo Line to Lewisham

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Lewisham is on the brink of getting underground services for the first time in its history. However, we need your help to make it happen. Back the Bakerloo Line Extension to Lewisham – sign our online petition. The Bakerloo Line extension to New Cross Gate and...

25 Sep Case study: Deptford Market Yard

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From awe-inspiring artistic installations to awards for outstanding enterprises, it’s all part of the astounding rise of Deptford Market Yard as one of London’s leading creative hubs. Set beneath Deptford’s railway arches, the Market Yard is home to an eclectic range of independent businesses, offering food,...

23 Sep New cinema plans approved as Catford regeneration moves forward

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Exciting plans for a new cinema have been given the go-ahead as Catford’s regeneration gathers pace. Following Lewisham Council’s approval of the plans, the 23,000 square foot site in Catford Shopping Centre, which is currently Poundland and previously Catford Mews, will be home to: · a 205-seat...

22 Sep What’s On

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CATFORD GIN FESTIVAL Date: Friday 5, Saturday 6 and Sunday 7, October 2018. Venue: Catford Broadway Theatre, Catford Road, London, SE6 4RU. Description: The festival will be twice the size of 2017’s offering, with some brands returning alongside a host of new producers. They include Fatty’s Organic, HMS...