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Good local solicitor?

Can anyone recommend a good local solicitor for the conveyancing (sale) of a flat?

Charles Lawrence ● 4441d2 Comments ● 4406d

Unique charity '12hour Spinning Marathon' challenge

On Saturday 24th November 2012 we are holding a unique 12hour Spinning Marathon event, inviting teams of 4-6 people to take on this relay challenge to raise money for Starfish Greathearts Foundation. The event will be held locally at Pedal Studio in Wimbledon, and so we are calling upon local businesses, shops and residents to join us by forming a team in this memorable challenge.Starfish Greathearts Foundation is an international development charity supporting over 25,000 children who have been orphaned or made vulnerable by HIV/AIDS in southern Africa.Date: Saturday 24th November 2012Time: 8am-8pmPlace: Pedal Studio, WimbledonFor more details and to sign up please visit our website - http://www.starfishcharity.org/general-content.aspx?id_Content=964Thanks and hope to see some of you there!

Starfish Greathearts Foundation ● 4427d0 Comments ● 4427d

New Brass Band forming in SW15

Dear Musicians and Budding Musicians,We're starting up a new, traditional British Brass Band in SW15, which will be led by professional musicians and will be accessible for people of all ages and musical experience (or none!)We plan to rehearse in Putney on Wednesday evenings. Coaching can be provided for learner and progressing players and we have a stock of instruments too.We are certainly looking also to recruit experienced players to form the core of the band and we're seeking people who used to play (doesn't matter how many years ago) and who could be tempted to make a musical comeback :-)We aim to build our band into a valuable community resource, capable of supporting local churches, schools and other organisations, and available to assist at Civic events etc.If we can be permitted to blow our own trumpet for a minute (excuse the pun), we've helped establish new community bands like this in other parts of the capital and it continues to be a wonderful experience for all involved. Our new Putney Band would be part of our wider brass banding network and players would be able to join in Massed Bands central events with approx 100 musicians from the rest of our London network.If a bit more background on brass banding is needed, we play cornets (trumpet), flugelhorn, tenor horns, baritone horns, trombones, euphoniums, tubas (basses) and percussion (inc drum kit). If you already play another instrument, the transition to brass can be achieved quite fast with some help and guidance.If you are interested, or if you know someone who might be, please take a look at our website at www.fourhillsmusic.co.uk or send me an email on martyn@fourhillsltd.com or call me on 020.8366.0657 to discuss further.Thanks for reading and please help us bring the inspiring sound of brass banding to the streets of SW15.MartynMartyn Stogden BA (Hons) Music & LitDirector - NLB Brass Band NetworkFour Hills Music020.8366.0657martyn@fourhillsltd.com

Martyn Stogden ● 4431d0 Comments ● 4431d

Merton Council's proposed new dog control orders

Merton Council are currently consulting residents via an online survey available through their website on proposed new dog control orders, this consultation finishes on the 2nd November so be quick. These new orders include; Dogs to be kept on a lead at all times in small areas of public land and open spaces of less than half a hectare- this is about the size of a football pitch. Also all dogs must be put on a lead when directed by an authorised officer?. They  also want want to restrict the number of dogs walked by anyone person to four dogs. These bye-laws are to address the problem of dangerous and out of control dogs in the borough apparently. If anyone is interested there is an online petition running at the moment to object to these proposals. We think that anyone who lives, studies or works in Merton should be able to enjoy all the boroughs open spaces in return for responsible dog ownership.Once again the responsible dog owners and walkers will be targeted as we are the ones who control our dogs and clean up after them.  We would like  Merton to reconsider these proposals and extend the number of dogs walked to six also a proper licensing system and code of conduct should be introduced. If you would like to sign this petition here is the linkhttp://petitions.merton.gov.uk/epetition_core/community/petition/43Thank you

Therese Fullerton ● 4449d0 Comments ● 4449d

The Paralympic Torch comes to Wimbledon

• Sainsbury’s Wimbledon customers will have the chance to see the Paralympic Torch on Thursday 18th October between 9:30am and 11:30am • On the day, customers were able to hold and take photos of the Torch• The Torch is now on a special 400 Sainsbury’s store tour, from Monday 24th September to Thursday 1st NovemberFollowing the success of the London 2012 Paralympic Torch Relay, Sainsbury’s Wimbledon customers will have the chance to see the Paralympic Torch as it goes on a special tour across the UK. The Sainsbury’s Paralympic Torch Experience will see the Paralympic Torch travel to 400 Sainsbury’s stores across the country.  The Torch’s epic journey will begin at Sainsbury’s Bradford Upon-Avon and ends at the retailer’s Lampeter store on Thursday 1st November.The Torch is one of 620 Torches used in the 24 hour Relay which took place from Stoke Mandeville in Aylesbury, the home of the Paralympic Movement, to the Olympic Park in Stratford, London on Tuesday 28th to Wednesday 29th August. 101 stores from other areas across the country previously saw the Torch ahead of and during the Games and now the retailer, and first ever Paralympic Games-only sponsor, is extending it to the rest of the country.   The Torch will be at the store between 9:30am and 11:30am. Sainsbury’s is the first ever sole sponsor of the Paralympic Games, which took place from 29th August to 9th September, and the only retailer which gave people across the UK the chance to see the Torch.  Sainsbury’s Wimbledon Store Manager Denis Young added: “We’ve really enjoyed playing our part in raising awareness of the London 2012 Paralympic Games in Wimbledon. For our customers, it’s a once in a lifetime chance for them to see the Torch and feel the buzz of the Paralympic Games, which we’re proud to have sponsored.”

Sean Smith ● 4451d0 Comments ● 4451d

Video or film footage or Stills of Phipps Bridge Estate & Area - 1980's- 90's

Pulse Films are currently producing a documentary about someone who grew up on Phipps Bridge and we're really trying to track down some video or film footage or photographs of the area during the 1980's - early 1990's.   Can you help? Do you have your own old home video? or know someone who does? or some photo's maybe?  or do you remember seeing it used as a location in a film or on TV?   Or do you remember the estate being in the news for any reason? If so any guide towards dates, time, channel  -   Any help or suggestions at all - would be greatly appreciated.Please contact me at Pulse Films - jo.stones@pulsefilms.co.ukBest WishesJo Stones

Jo Stones ● 4480d1 Comments ● 4470d

Donate food at Sainsbury’s Wimbledon and help fight food poverty in the UK this October.

Sainsbury’s taking part in the second-annual ‘Million Meal Appeal’ on 6th and 7th October in partnership with FareShare Sainsbury’s Wimbledon colleagues are encouraging residents to help tackle food poverty this October by taking part in a nationwide food-drive run by Sainsbury’s and FareShare, the national charity tackling hunger across the UK. The second annual Million Meal Appeal takes place on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th October and will benefit more than 700 charities and projects across the UK.Last year’s ‘Million Meal Appeal’, which took place on Saturday 26th November, was a huge success and involved 600 Sainsbury’s stores including Wimbledon. Thanks to customers’ generosity, together with Sainsbury’s pledge to match donations, FareShare could deliver food for over 1.2 million meals to 700 charities and community projects it supports. Wimbledon residents’ contribution was significant, with enough food collected at the retailer’s Sainsbury’s Wimbledon to provide 2000 meals to charities across the UK .This year’s appeal will see over 900 stores involved in the two-day food-drive to help 720 charities and community projects which FareShare supports. Customers will again be able to choose to donate an item from the Million Meal Appeal shopping list which consists of long-life products including tinned goods, dried pasta, pasta sauce, rice, tea and instant coffee. The items are purchased as normal and then placed in the collection box after checkout. Customers shopping on Sainsbury’s Online can also choose to make a £1 donation between 3rd and 9th October.Sainsbury’s Community Affairs Manager Andy White said: “We had such an overwhelming response from our customers to last year’s initiative and we’re excited to be working with FareShare on the second ‘Million Meal Appeal’.  The total of 1.2 million meals donated in 2011 would be enough to feed a sold-out London Olympic stadium 15 times! We hope from this year’s campaign that we can further raise the awareness of food poverty in the UK and support those charities and projects that need our help”.Assisting in the food drive will be local volunteers who are currently being recruited by FareShare. Potential volunteers are encouraged to visit www.fareshare.org.uk with their family and friends to register. Participants will be able to choose their preferred Sainsbury’s store to volunteer at and have the choice of a morning or afternoon shift.  Lindsay Boswell, CEO, FareShare, added: “The Million Meal Appeal has come at a crucial time. Around 5.8 million people live in deep poverty in the UK, meaning they struggle to afford everyday essentials like food. I hope many Sainsbury’s Wimbledon customers can support the Appeal and help us to provide even more food to the charities and community projects we support across the country”.

Sean Smith ● 4472d0 Comments ● 4472d

What was going on near Tibbett's Corner last night?

At 2.45 am (Sunday morning) a bike (small) roared past our flats, skidded, came back and did it again.  On the 12th time I was about to phone the police, couldn't see through trees what was happening, but could hear shouting, then a siren sounded close by and shortly afterwards, a helicopter passed overhead twice.  Anyone know what was going on?

Jacqui Murray ● 4474d1 Comments ● 4473d

i phonet theft!!!

Tandem Centre is in  Colliers Wood not Wimbledon.

Jenny Grimsdell ● 4475d1 Comments ● 4475d

Parking tickets - don't pay - appeal

"Merton Chamber of Commerce chairman Andrew Wakefield was surprised to receive a parking ticket outside his house in Wimbledon."I was always surprised to get a parking ticket, in Wimbledon or anywhere else, until I realised it's a big con.I made a decision back in 2004 NEVER to pay a PCN (penalty charge notice) And I never have.  I've made about 15 appeals to PATAS and I have won every single appeal, except one, and I would have taken that to judicial review (and won) but I just don't have the time. So my message is: don't pay, appeal.  You have to make the first appeal to the council, which is a waste of time because they will ALWAYS send you a Notice of Rejection. Then you appeal to PATAS. PATAS are not independent, they are funded by parking ticket money, but there is some attempt at impartiality.  They are qualified solicitors at least.  It's not the money, it's the principle. And if they want to take my £120 penalty charge (always lawfully) they are going to have to spent thousands to get it. If everyone did the same the system would collapse.  Reply if you have PCNs and don't have time to appeal them. I'm .... nah, council might be monitoring this site.

Kate Walsh ● 4559d1 Comments ● 4475d

Closure of Walk-in centre at St George's

I just wondered if anyone had any information about this. I was surprised when I took an elderly gentleman with visual impairment to the centre last week (something I've done several times over the last couple of years) to find that the walk-in centre has been amalgamated into A&E and the building has a new function; pre-operative care, if memory serves me correctly. I don't remember seeing anything about it anywhere.I wasn't impressed with the system and wondered how recent this change is.

Anne Horsburgh ● 4475d0 Comments ● 4475d

Where can you sell videos?

Does anyone know where you can sell videos of films in Wimbledon or Putney?  We've got about 80 to get rid of.  Would love any advice.

Jacqui Murray ● 4481d0 Comments ● 4481d

FURNITURE FOR ARCHITECTS

I have recently had to close my deceased husband's architectural practice and there is quite a lot of stuff that I don't just want to dump, I would much rather that it was used if anyone wants it.  Here is a list, please contact me if there is anything that you want - you would, of course, have to collect.  We are on the boarders of Hammersmith/Chiswick.3 x Desk with three drawers3 x Drawing boards (on stands)5 x Wooden drawing boards6 x A1 Plan chests 3 x 2-drawer filing cabinets1 x 3 drawer filing cabinetBlack Remploy shelving, varying depths and heights30 approx. x Nomid metal drawing hangers with wall fixingsI can send you photos if any of these items.

Pat Smith ● 4487d0 Comments ● 4487d

Ball/street hockey for children 5 years+ (boys&girls)

West London Ball Hockey Club presents this exiting new sport to the local community of Ealing.  "something different"  "Important:  We play with trainers not roller blades"Our Children programme costs £18 per-child for the whole term(10 weeks)or £3 per-session.  New term starts on the 15 of September 2012 from 09:45am - 10:45am, Saturday mornings. Equipment provided.  Coaching followed by a game. End of term prizes awarded.Location: "Elthorne Sports Centre. Westlea Road, off Boston Road,   Hanwell W7 2AD".This sport is hugely famous in Canada, Czech and Slovak. Our Values are; Respect, Sportsmanship, Considering others, Affordable, Family friendly, Fun.  These values resonate in our children's programme.We are affiliated with UK Dek (Ball) hockey association (UKDHA). & International street/ball hockey federation (ISBHF). "One of our Aim is to Celebrates multiculturalism by introducing children (boys/girls age 5-14 year) to this fast & active sport which is good for fitness and health.To learn more about our aims, prizes for the children, and how do we ensure safe and fun environment for children.Please contact: Nicky Rae on 07906 638 612, OREmail: westlondonballhockeyclub@hotmail.co.uk for further details (you can also request e-brochure).Website:  www.londonballhockey.co.uk

Waseem Nayyer ● 4487d0 Comments ● 4487d

Free Local Socialising Event

The community sharing organisation I work for - www.streetbank.com - is organising a night of socialising and swishing (item swapping) in Hammersmith on Thursday 20th September.It's FREE and set to be rather fun by the looks of things.All info here including registration for your free ticket:http://streetbanklive.eventbrite.com/Looking forward to seeing you there!Tess

Tess Riley ● 4487d0 Comments ● 4487d

ITV1 series needs storage customers

TV production company Twofour (The Hotel Inspector and Cornwall with Caroline Quentin) are looking for people with belongings in self-storage for a major new ITV1 daytime series.With a clutter-busting format along the lines of ‘The Life Laundry’ and ‘Cash in the Attic’ the series will feature couples, families and friends who have had their items in self-storage for some time and who are now willing to send some of their hidden treasures to auction.We are looking for:- Couples/families with items in storage that are no longer needed- Individuals who store belongings that are not welcome in the house- Long-standing collectors with no space left in their home- Or people who just can’t let go of their stuff because it has sentimental value and currently doesn’t have a place in the homeUltimately you need to be willing to “Skip it”, “Sell it” or “Keep it”.Perhaps your partner, family or friends are nagging you to look at your storage situation! If this sounds like you, or you know someone who fits the bill, then please contact us – we might be able to turn your possessions into hard cash.Email via storageshow@twofour.co.uk

Sheryl Bawden ● 4493d0 Comments ● 4493d

Assaults on the Tube and sentencing

These 2 have probably being doing this and similiar thefts/robberies for years. Their families must be aware of their activities and, in not reporting them, are complicit in their crimes. They have no value in our society and will be unemployable throught their lives. Law abiding citizens carry those like this, who prey on society.

Ian Phipps ● 4504d0 Comments ● 4504d

2 x Reading Festival Weekend Tickets incl Parking and food vouchers

2 x Weekend tickets for Reading Festival (with Car Parking and food vouchers)Line up below:http://www.readingfestival.co.uk/line-up/Key headline acts are Foo Fights, Kasabian, Florence and the Machine, The CurePrice: £375 in total for both tickets

Gemma Matthews ● 4512d0 Comments ● 4512d

Grove Tavern, South Wimbledon - Planning application

A application has been received by Merton Council to re-develop the Grove Tavern opposite South Wimbledon tube station as a Tesco Metro.

Alistair Deacon ● 4534d4 Comments ● 4516d

Box Junction Dorset Road

I'm interested to know how many people have fallen foul of the decision to enforce this very unsatisfactory road layout?

Jessica Hall ● 4534d2 Comments ● 4522d

Starfish Breakfast Run and Fun Day Out in Brockwell Park

Starfish Greathearts Foundation is holding its annual 10k and 5k ‘Breakfast Run’ at Brockwell Park on Sunday 23rd September, where we hope to expect a crowd of about 300 runners. Each runner will receive a picnic bag part sponsored by Cadbury’s and Lucozade to enjoy following the run. There will also be fun for all the family with a 100 metre dash for the kids, bouncy castle, face painter and a Nando's picnic, so if you're not a runner or want to come along to support then there is still lots on offer in our festival area for everyone! Entry for the 5k race is £12 and £23 for the 10k. This promises to be a great community event, whilst also helping the 25,000 children who have been orphaned or made vulnerable by HIV/Aids in South Africa which Starfish supports. Take a look at our website for further details and to sign up - http://www.starfishcharity.org/home.aspx?id_content=166 or comment back on here if you have any further queries!

Starfish Greathearts Foundation ● 4527d0 Comments ● 4527d

Dundonalds Green Flag

Dear SW19I was surprised that the Tory led “Save our Rec” campaign tried to claim credit for the recent award of the Green Flag award to Dundonald Rec.  The credit goes to the many genuine local people who over many years have worked to improve the park through the local Friends of Dundonald.“Save our Rec” is campaigning against a possible £6.5M investment planned for that space, by telling local people that the scheme to expand the adjacent excellent primary school will reduce the open space in the park. The plans show that to be clearly untrue.  Their campaign threatens this investment which will provide much needed school places for local Wimbledon children as well as replacing an obsolete 50 year old wooden pavilionYours sincerelyCouncillor Peter WalkerMember Friends of Dundonald Park

Peter Walker ● 4532d0 Comments ● 4532d

Families wanted for new Sky1 show

Television production company Rival Media are producing an exciting two part special for Sky1 following on from the success of last years 'Rooftop Rainforest' series and are looking for families to take part. Last year we built a living rainforest on top of Westfield Shopping centre…..This year, the project is even more ambitious and we need people like YOU to take part.We are looking for families to take on an experiment for a week – it will be fun but challenging and will involve the whole family !If you would like to take part in this exciting series please get in touch to find out more information. Please provide a brief description of your family, a recent family photo and picture of the property you live in to: james.silsbury@rival-media.comFilming will take place over one week in August, with a live show in September. Applications close soon so please get in touch if interested.We look forward to hearing from you

James Silsbury ● 4539d0 Comments ● 4539d

Cleaner available

Welcome. My name is Barbara. I'm cleaning lady. I do regular cleaning & ironing, washing clothes, I have experience and references.I am also a seamstress I will help in minor repairs of sewing.Barbara call 07592856253kiara283@yahoo.com

Barbara Dobrowolska ● 4539d0 Comments ● 4539d

Computer help

Can anyone recommend a good local computer servicing company? I recently paid quite a bit of money to have someone come round to sort out my computer, but I'm still not happy with the results. Does anyone have knowledge of a good, reliable company that they have used themselves?

Colin Jordan ● 4547d0 Comments ● 4547d

Illegal bus Lane at Hartfield Road

Anyone got a PCN for driving on the bus lane at Hartfield Rd? After the bus station and before the bus stop for shopping centre - the bus lane was introduced in Nov/Dec last year I think. Thousands of drivers have had PCNs for driving in this bus lane - at least one thousand a day on the first few weeks.  I'm not joking.  1000 a day at £120.  Do the math.  Yet, I hardly ever see a bus in that bus lane.  If you've had a PCN for entering this bus lane please post and I'll contact you.

Kate Walsh ● 4559d0 Comments ● 4559d

Free Photo Competition - Prizes to be Won!

Streetbank Photo Competition: prizes to be won!Streetbank is a website that aims to help people reduce their consumption and collaborate with one another to create happier, more sustainable communities.Streetbank is running a photo competition asking 'what does community mean to you' and we would love you to get involved! Higgidy Pies (for adults) and an RSPB membership (for kids) to be won... not to mention the kudos of featuring on the Streetbank website! Check it out here: www.streetbank.com/competition We've very much looking forward to seeing your entries.Tesstess@streetbank.com

Tess Riley ● 4578d0 Comments ● 4578d

Sainsbury’s Wimbledon supports Wimbledon Jubilee celebrations

• Sainsbury’s Wimbledon donated 75 pounds worth of gift vouchers and 270 pounds worth of Jubilee Family Festival Tickets to St Lawrence Church’s street party in Morden park, local charities- Foodbank Day Out and Wimbledon Guild’s Jubilee Tea Party and to NCT wiggle and giggle jubilee disco. • Sainsbury’s colleagues have attended to support the events on the day.• Jubilee celebrations took place across the country between Saturday 2nd and Tuesday 5th June.Colleagues at Sainsbury’s Wimbledon have made a royal gesture to support local celebrations. The NCT Wiggle & Giggle Jubilee Disco has been taking place in Wimbledon Sacred Heart Church with 70 of Wimbledon and Wandsworth mums with their children. They arranged the special party to mark 60 years of the Queen’s reign. To support this once-in-a-lifetime event, Sainsbury’s Wimbledon has donated 75 pounds of gift vouchers to support the celebrations. The donation was made from the store’s Local Donations’ budget.  Sainsbury’s Wimbledon Store Manager Denis Young said: “The Jubilee celebrations promise to be a fantastic occasion for our customers and we wanted to help make this historic event a memorable occasion for all. I am sure that all our customers will have a great time celebrating 60 years of the Queen’s reign”.Sainsbury’s supported a number of events over the Jubilee weekend, including Sainsbury’s Jubilee Family Festival in Hyde Park on the 2nd and 3rd June and the Thames Riverboat Pageant, where two boats have carried Sainsbury’s guests and colleagues. The retailer was also the lead corporate sponsor for the Woodland Trust’s Jubilee Woods Project, which aims to plant six million native British trees to mark the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. ‘The Jubilee Family Festival Presented by Sainsbury’s’ has taken place in Hyde Park, on Saturday 2 June and Sunday 3 June 2012 and has been a once in a lifetime experience for the whole family to enjoy.  Visitors treated to some of the nation’s best live music and entertainment including an unforgettable 70 minute Disney Concert produced specially to mark the Jubilee celebrations.  The Festival had capacity for 50,000 ticket holders on each day and world famous promoter Harvey Goldsmith CBE, has organised the Festival on behalf of Sainsbury’s.  

Shahin Ahamed ● 4582d0 Comments ● 4582d

Customers at Sainsbury’s Wimbledon ( Worple road) stores help to donate 603 Kilos of food

An innovative food donation drive at Sainsbury’s Wimbledon saw customers donate enough food to provide 603 kilos of food to people suffering from food poverty. Sainsbury’s and Wimbledon Foodbank teamed up to hold the first ever food donation drive at the store, situated in Worple road.  The collection, known as the ‘Help feed local people in crisis’, took place on Saturday 26th May 2012. The aim of the initiative was to collect enough food to provide a minimum of three days non-perishable emergency food to people in crisis. Thanks to the generosity of customers at Sainsbury’s Wimbledon, a massive 603 kilos of food were donated locally. Food is given to people in crisis identified by front line care professionals – Health Visitors, Doctors, Social Workers, Church and Community Workers.For Sainsbury's, corporate responsibility means many things. It is about providing our customers with the widest choice of quality food, at fair prices. But also about paying our suppliers a fair price and providing the reassurance of knowing that they have a buyer for their products on reasonable terms. It means enriching our communities through employment and career development opportunities, while growing our business profitably for our shareholders. And it means making the most effective use of our valuable resources like water and electricity, and respecting the local environment.In 2010-11 Foodbanks fed 5,857 people and in 2011-12 the figure is 14,642.Food is also given to underpin the work of care centres for the Homeless and Women’s Refuges, and charities who feed people sleeping on the streets.The foodbank is an initiative of The Trussell Trust, a Christian based organisation, committed to launching life changing, community-based projects. The Trussell Trust partners with local churches and communities to launch foodbanks in their towns. Foodbanks signpost clients to other agencies able to help resolve the underlying cause of the crisis. A client struggling with debt would be referred to CAB or Christians against Poverty who specialise in resolving debt problems.

Shahin Ahamed ● 4582d0 Comments ● 4582d

Unwanted or disused bikes you want to get rid of.

HiIf you have any disused or unwanted bikes that are just rusting away or taking up too much space at home, i can arrange for them to be collected. It is a hobby of mine to retore old bikes that people no longer want. If this appeals to you please get in contact.RegardsGuy

Guy Roberts ● 4592d0 Comments ● 4592d

Looking for a flat or house to rent during tennis fortnight.

Hi,I am looking to rent an apartment or house in SW19 during the tennis championships. Probably from Saturday 23 June to Sunday 8 July. Minimum 2 bedrooms (no maximum), need WiFi  and preferably walking distance to the tennis courts. I am a clean, tidy, non-smoker and have been renting houses in SW19 during the Wimbledon championships for the last eight years. It's always been through the tennis letting companies, but I'm hoping to 'cut out the middleman' this year. Very happy to meet house owners in advance. Please call James on 07780 670000 or send an email to: james@virtualaviation.co.ukThank you.

James Stevenson ● 4593d0 Comments ● 4593d

Help feed local people in crisis!

Visit Sainsbury’s Wimbledon(worple road), on Saturday, May 26th from 10am to 4pm and you’ll find Wimbledon foodbank collecting all kinds of non-perishable food from the public to feed local people in crisis. Supermarket collections are one of the main ways that the foodbank is stocked and with the foodbank busier than ever The Trussell Trust is asking people to give generously. “The current economic climate means more and more people are struggling to put food on the table, so we really need local citizens to give what they can to help” says Revd. Marcus Bennett, Wimbledon foodbank manager. “It’s not just people on low incomes who are feeling the pinch at the moment, increased redundancy and fewer jobs are having a real impact on local people and we’re seeing more people turning to the foodbank for help.” Wimbledon foodbank launched last November and has fed over 417 people and given away 4 tonnes of food, of which 700 kilos was in April alone. The single biggest reason that people are referred to food bank is benefit delay (29%) followed by low income (19%). Other reasons include delayed wages, domestic violence, sickness, debt. All those who receive emergency food are referred by frontline professionals such as doctors, social workers and Citizens Advice Bureau. The foodbank aims to help people through short term crisis by providing emergency food parcels. Wimbledon foodbank centre also provides support and signposting to help combat the long term problem.Thank you to Sainsbury’s Wimbledon and Zipcar who partner with us to make the food collection work! 

Shahin Ahamed ● 4594d0 Comments ● 4594d

Sainsbury’s Wimbledon is on the lookout for a new Local Charity Partner

Local charities in Wimbledon are in with a chance of receiving a year’s worth of fundraising support thanks to Sainsbury’s Wimbledon. The retailer’s Local Charity Partner scheme is now in it’s forth year and colleagues at the store, situated in worple road, are looking for a local charity who they can provide help and support to from 20th June. Sainsbury’s Wimbledon is asking customers and colleagues to put forward the names of charities based in Wimbledon that are important to them. From 9th to 23rd May, customers can vote for their favourite local charity. To vote, customers simply fill out a form and pop it into the store’s Local Charity Partner voting box, situated at the front of the store.A shortlist of nominations will be drawn up after the closing date and the store’s colleagues will then invite the three charities that they feel best fit the needs of the community into store to talk about how Sainsbury’s can support them. The store will then choose a charity to partner with for the next 12 months.

Shahin Ahamed ● 4598d0 Comments ● 4598d

sainsburys charity of the year last few days

The search is on….Sainsbury’s Merton is on the lookout for a new Local Charity Partner • Sainsbury’s Local Charity Partner scheme is back for its fourth year• Merton customers can vote in-store for their favourite local charity between 9th and 23rd May• The winning charity will be announced in June and will receive a year’s worth of fundraising and support from the store’s colleagues and customersLocal charities in Colliers Wood are in with a chance of receiving a year’s worth of fundraising support thanks to Sainsbury’s Merton. The retailer’s Local Charity Partner scheme is now in it’s forth year and colleagues at the store, situated in Merton High Street, are looking for a local charity who they can provide help and support to from 20th June. Sainsbury’s Merton is asking customers and colleagues to put forward the names of charities based in Colliers Wood that are important to them. From 9th to 23rd May, customers can vote for their favourite local charity. To vote, customers simply fill out a form and pop it into the store’s Local Charity Partner voting box, situated at the front of the store.A shortlist of nominations will be drawn up after the closing date and the store’s colleagues will then invite the three charities that they feel best fit the needs of the community into store to talk about how Sainsbury’s can support them. The store will then choose a charity to partner with for the next 12 months.Last year, the store’s Local Charity Partner was Mitcham Peter and Paul Scouts and Guides group. During a year’s worth of fundraising, colleagues managed to raise over £500. Following the partnership, the store will continue to provide support to the charity, including in store collections, donations, store grant.Last year, Sainsbury’s stores and their customers helped more than 1000 charities and organisations across the UK through fundraising and volunteering and gave more than £1.5million of support to local communities.Sainsbury’s Merton’s Store Manager Dave Curness said: “Our last charity partnership with Mitcham Peter and Paul Scout and Guides Group proved a great success and we’re looking forward to continuing to support them. Our customers now have a fantastic opportunity to help us support another local charity which is close to many people’s hearts, so we hope they can help us in our search for your Local Charity Partner for 2012/2013’. -Ends-Notes to editors• Sainsbury’s local charity partner initiative is now in it’s forth year, having begun in May 2009.• Sainsbury’s stores are at the very heart of the communities they serve. It is not only important to provide great service and quality products, it’s also vital to make a positive difference to communities and to be a good neighbour.• This begins with the positive economic impact Sainsbury’s stores have in generating local wealth, by providing employment, using local suppliers and contractors, and regenerating local surroundings.Last year Sainsbury’s stores and their customers helped more than 1000 charities and organisations across the UK through fundraising and volunteering and gave more than £1.5 million of support to local communities

Rebecca Hill ● 4601d0 Comments ● 4601d

New 75 foot mobile mast in South Wimbledon

Grenfell Housing Association are allowing a 23 Metre temporary mobile mast to be installed in their car park in Milner Road while O2 and Vodafone await a more permanent site on the roof of Grenfell Housing Association. The temporary mast is for 6 months and will have a large fuel tank and generator running 24 hours a day to power the mast. See the application on Merton Councils web site using the planning explorer (application 12/p0843).The owners of Spur House have decided not to renew the lease for mobile masts on their roof.

Alistair Deacon ● 4618d1 Comments ● 4601d

Free Pilates offer if you bring a friend

WV Pilates seasonal offer in May, June, July 2012 - bring a friend to Pilates class and have it free for yourself. Pilates group in Wimbledon and Wimbledon Village Mondays 19:30 - 20:20 Wednesdays 19:30 - 20:20 Saturdays at 10:00 - 10:50 and 11:00 - 11:50 Pilates Groups in Earlsfield in Prophysiotherapy Clinic Tuesdays 19:00 Thursdays 19:30

WV Pilates ● 4603d0 Comments ● 4603d

Ball/street hockey (children and adult beginners programme)

West London Ball Hockey Club presents this exiting new sport to the local community of Ealing.  "something different"  "Important:  We play with trainers not roller blades"We have just moved into this new facility  "Elthorne Sports Centre. Westlea Road, off Boston Road, Hanwell W7 2AD".This sport is hugely famous in Canada, Czech and Slovak. Our Values are; Respect, Sportsmanship, Considering others, Affordable, Family friendly, Fun.  These values resonate in our both, children's and adult beginners programmes.We are affiliated with UK Dek (Ball) hockey association. & International street/ball hockey association. "One of our Aim is to Celebrates multiculturalism by introducing children (boys/girls age 5-14 year) and adults (male/female) to this fast & active sport which is good for fitness and health.Our Children programme costs £16 per-child for the whole term(9weeks)or £3 per-session.  New term starts on the 21st of April 2012 from 09:45am - 10:45am, Saturday mornings. Equipment provided.  Coaching followed by a game. End of term prizes awarded.Our adult 14years+ beginners programme is for male & female.  It costs £5 per-person and £3 for students and unemployed.  We play every second Monday 08:00pm-9:30pm.  Equipment provided. Coaching followed by a game.To learn more about our aims, prizes for the children, and how do we ensure safe and fun environment for children and adults.Please contact: Nicky Rae on 07906 638 612 (for children's programme), OREmail: westlondonballhockeyclub@hotmail.co.uk for further details (you can also request e-brochure).Website:  www.londonballhockey.co.uk

Waseem Nayyer ● 4606d0 Comments ● 4606d

Emma Hamilton redevelopment

Anthony Fairclough gets it spot on. 1.    The proposed development is too high at five stories - all the other buildings this side of the railway bridge are no taller than three stories.2.    The proposed development is too imposing - it includes a dense allocation of 56 flats and sees a building stretching the full width of site and butting right up to the public pavement.  3.    The parking allocation is far too small - 46 parking spaces in total for 56 flats and significant retail space is woefully inadequate. The result of this is that existing nearby residents will suffer as owners of the new flats, their visitors and shoppers will use our quiet family streets to park (Oxford Avenue and Chase Side Avenue are already full of cars and have no room for any more).4.    There is no landscaping or greenery at the front of the development; the two large trees that currently front the site do not appear on the plans and would need to be cut down under the current proposal to front the development up to the pavement.

Grahame Darnell ● 5025d6 Comments ● 4618d

LIVE DEBATE TONIGHT on same sex marriage in CHISWICK...

Dear all!Please mark and reserve an important date for your diaries!On Monday 30th April 2012 at Gunnersbury Baptist Church in Chiswick, there will be an exciting and relevant, free public debate on the subject of the Governments recent proposals to redefine marriage to incorporate same-sex couples.Two top-class speakers with differing opinions will discuss this very important topic.1) Adrian Trett is Chair of the LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) + Liberal Democrats since the Coalition Government was formed, and the author of the original motion on Equal Marriage in the UK for Liberal Democrat Conference in 2010. His campaigning group has been working with our Liberal Democrat Ministers, in particular Lynne Featherstone MP to enable this issue to be brought on to the Government's agenda, now with the public consultation and hopefully for legislation to be passed by 2015 to enable equal marriage in the UK.2) Rev. David Robertson is the Pastor of St. Peters Free Church in Dundee. He is the Author of 'The Dawkins Letters' and regular conference speaker and debater for the Evangelical Christian Church. There will be a chance, during this debate for questions from the audience.Doors will open at 7.00 pm for a 7.30 pm start. Entrance to this debate is absolutely free although early arrival is recommended.Watch out for the formal publicity - fliers and posters!I hope you will support this important event,Many thanks,Laurence TruettDebate Coordinator07807003553

Laurence Truett ● 4620d0 Comments ● 4620d

Meet the Celebrity, Chelsea MacKenzie from the UK National women’s ice hockey team.

West London Ball Hockey Kids Club for Girls & Boys age 5-14years have this Saturday, April the 28th morning 09:45, a special guest appearance at; Elthorne Sports Centre. Address: Westlea Road, Off Boston Road, Hanwell. Postcode: W7 2AD.. She will speak to the children about ball/street hockey and give them some tips on how to improve in ball/street hockey and how far they can go in this sport, which is played, "with trainers not roller skates".  She will also suit up as a goalie and play with children. Chelsea was also the goalie on the winning team at the annual Canada Day's ball/street hockey tournament 2011 at Trafalgar square London.  It will be great to see any of you with children and friends behind Elthone sports centre, on Saturday morning to meet Chelsea.  You can also ask her questions regarding ball/street hockey in relation to the physical and mental development of you child.  Invite as many children/friends as you like. Look forward to see you all.  Thank YouWest London Ball Hockey Kids Club.email: westlondonballhockeyclub@hotmail.co.uk

Waseem Nayyer ● 4623d0 Comments ● 4623d

Painter & Decorator Recommendation

Hello! I've just popped over from your neighnouring site, Putney SW15, to recommended a fantastic painter and decorator called Bill who has done fabulous work for many of us but is looking to spread himself around a bit more! :) I am not related or affiliated to Bill in any way, I'm just a very satisfied customer who knows the value of finding a good painter and decorator (and general handyman) who doesn't charge the earth or suddenly disappear for days on end because he's taken on several jobs at once. Bill is very reliable, polite and discreet as well as being a very tidy and clean worker, he is also very reasonable. So, if you have a painting and decorating job that needs doing and want fantastic results do give Bill a call on 07961 512046 or see the entry for 'W Beach Painter & Decorator' on the SW15 website here: http://services.putneysw15.com/Services/List/Category/0/784#Services/List/Category/0/784

Sue Hammond ● 4626d0 Comments ● 4626d

Richmond Half Marathon -  May 6th - Have you decided not to run?

I`d really like to run this race but missed the entry deadline and it filled up quickly at the last moment!If you can`t run can I exchange your race entry?Thank you very muchDon

Don Tanswell ● 4629d0 Comments ● 4629d

Councillor Walker

What a disgrace!!this is supposed to be a democracy..what example does he set to the community!! He had to go and he should loose his right to be a councillor at all,in my opinion

Jean Matthews ● 4629d0 Comments ● 4629d

Sports Relief -Run a Mile

To culminate their fundraising for this year’s Sport Relief campaign, several colleagues from Sainsbury’s Wimbledon were involved in the Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile in St James’s park.  Shahin Ahamed, a Public Relation Ambassador from Sainsbury’s Wimbledon who took part said: “Running for a good cause with so many local people truly was a great experience. Sainsbury’s are proud to have sponsored the mile and we’d like to thank all our customers who literally went the extra mile in their fundraising efforts for Sport Relief”.Sainsbury’s Chief Executive Justin King also went the extra mile and took part in a special Sport Relief Mile Challenge.  Justin ran 32 miles between 14th to 17th March, where one colleague from every Sainsbury’s store ran with Justin, which equalled over 1000 colleagues. Rico Nuarin and Joe Fleming from Sainsbury’s Wimbledon were the colleagues who ran with Justin at his Richmond park leg of his challenge on 17th March.

Shahin Ahamed ● 4631d0 Comments ● 4631d

Colleagues at Sainsbury’s Wimbledon Go The Extra Mile for Sport Relief and raise over £1,252

• Colleagues at Sainsbury’s Wimbledon announce that they  raised £1,252 from their fundraising activities for Sport Relief• The store raised the funds by holding cake sell, wear sports shirt day, waxing a colleague, cycling, tombola and run a mile.• On Sport Relief night of TV on Friday 23rd March, Sainsbury’s announced that they had raised over £4 million for this year’s  campaign• The retailer has now raised over £60 million for Comic Relief since their sponsorship began in 1999 Colleagues at Sainsbury’s Wimbledon are celebrating after going the extra mile in their fundraising efforts for this year’s Sport Relief campaign. Following a number of sport-themed fundraising activities organised by colleagues at the store, situated in worple road, they raised in total £1,252. Sainsbury’s has raised over £4 million for this year’s campaign.Sport Relief 2012 merchandise went on sale in Sainsbury’s on 15th February, with the Sport Relief weekend taking place between Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th March. Many customers supported Sainsbury’s Wimbledon fundraising activities, which began with cake sell on 23rd of March. Colleagues also took part in wear sports shirt day, waxing a colleague, cycling, tombola, run a mile which took place on Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th March.

Shahin Ahamed ● 4631d0 Comments ● 4631d

Ball/street hockey (children and adult beginners programme)

West London Ball Hockey Club presents this exiting new sport to the local community of Ealing.  "something different"  "Important:  We play with trainers not roller blades"We have just moved into this new facility  "Elthorne Sports Centre. Westlea Road, off Boston Road, Hanwell W7 2AD".This sport is hugely famous in Canada, Czech and Slovak. Our Values are; Respect, Sportsmanship, Considering others, Affordable, Family friendly, Fun.  These values resonate in our both, children's and adult beginners programmes.We are affiliated with UK Dek (Ball) hockey association. & International street/ball hockey association. "One of our Aim is to Celebrates multiculturalism by introducing children (boys/girls age 5-14 year) and adults (male/female) to this fast & active sport which is good for fitness and health.Our Children programme costs £16 per-child for the whole term(9weeks)or £3 per-session.  New term starts on the 21st of April 2012 from 09:45am - 10:45am, Saturday mornings. Equipment provided.  Coaching followed by a game. End of term prizes awarded.Our adult beginners programme is for male & female.  It costs £5 per-person and £3 for students and unemployed.  We play every second Monday.  Next session is on Monday the 16th of April 08:30pm-10pm.  From May its going to be 8pm-9:30pm. Equipment provided. Coaching followed by a game.To learn more about our aims, prizes for the children, and how do we ensure safe and fun environment for children and adults.Please contact: Nicky Rae on 07906 638 612 (for children's programme), OREmail: westlondonballhockeyclub@hotmail.co.uk for further details (you can also request e-brochure).Website:  www.londonballhockey.co.uk

waseem nayyer ● 4635d0 Comments ● 4635d

Replacement windows in wimbledon

If you are thinking of replacing your windows please contact us.We do not do any hard selling and give honest and friendly advice about how to improve your home and keep your house and the area loking good.Please have a look at our website www.blueskywindows.co.uk and search for us at www.checkatrade.com to see what pople say about us.I have completed many installations in wimbledon from grand houses in the village to purpose built flats in the south.Please contact us for free quotation.David

David Townrow ● 4641d0 Comments ● 4641d

Stallholders wanted for Twyoford C of E High School Summer Fair

On Saturday 16th of June Twyford C of E High School are holding their annual summer fair from 2pm until 5pm at the school in Twyford Crescent, Acton.The PTFA would like to hear from stallholders who would be interested in taking part.Prices start from £15 for a table.Please contact me at treasurer.twyfordptfa@gmail.com

Chris Lucy ● 4658d0 Comments ● 4658d

Colleagues at Sainsbury’s Wimbledon go the extra mile in their fundraising for Sport Relief

• Colleagues at Sainsbury’s Wimbledon take part in fundraising for Sport Relief• The store will be holding Pool tournament, Dart tournament, Football match, Cake sell, Wear sports shirt day and event like run a mile• Photographers are invited to attend the fundraiser at 11:30 to 2:30 on 23rd and 24th March • Rico Nuarin from the Wimbledon will also be running with Sainsbury’s Justin King, as part of the chief executive’s challenge to run 32 miles across the country in just four days• Customers can make donations via purchasing Sport Relief merchandise, in-store collection buckets, colleague fundraising activities or taking part in the Wimbledon Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile on the 25th March• Sainsbury’s Wimbledon is going the extra mile in their fundraising for Sport Relief this year! On 23rd, 24th and 25th, colleagues at the store, situated in worple road, Wimbledon, will be raising funds for this year’s campaign by Pool tournament, Dart tournament, Football match, Cake sell, Wear sports shirt day and run a mileRico Nuarin a commercial team leader at the Sainsbury’s Wimbledon will literally be going the extra mile for Sport Relief by running with Sainsbury’s Chief Executive Justin King. Rico Nuarin was nominated by colleagues to take part in Justin’s Sport Relief Mile Challenge, which will see the supermarket boss run 32 miles across the country from 14th to 17th March. One colleague from every Sainsbury’s store will get to run with Justin, meaning over 1,000 colleagues will have run with Justin by the end of the four-day challenge. Justin King said: “I’m really looking forward to running in Richmond Park for my Sport Relief Mile Challenge and to meeting Rico Nuarin. Our colleagues really do go the extra mile for Sport Relief so it will be a pleasure to run with them. In 2010, our customers and colleagues from Sainsbury’s Wimbledon helped us raise a massive £5.4 million for Sport Relief and with the great fundraising activities many of our stores already have planned, we’re hoping to go the extra mile to try and beat that target this year”.

Shahin Ahamed ● 4665d0 Comments ● 4665d

Genes Reunited Scam.

Has anyone else been scammed by Genes Reunited? I accepted a free 14 day trial in February 2012. The terms were that if I was  happy with the free trial, £49.95 would be taken from my bank account after the 14 days for a 6 month subscription. The day after the trial started I cancelled the trial and the subscription. Over the next two weeks I sent another 3 or 4 emails but received no replys from any of them. I was then notified by Genes Reunited that they had taken £49.95 from my account. Funny thing is they are now answering my emails now that they have taken the money. They claim that they haven't received any of the 4 or 5 emails asking them to cancel. When I then asked if they wanted me to forward to them the emails requesting cancelation they just emailed back saying that they weren't giving a refund. Barclay's bank has asked me to send them copies of the emails which I sent to Genes Reunited and they will recover my money. Another warning! If you join Genes Reunited for 6 months you will pay £49.95 and if you don't wish to take out another 6 month subscription they will still take another £49.95 for another 6 months. There are other people that have lost their money in this way, but Genes Reunited blame the individuals for NOT notifying them that they wish to cancel. Be warned!  Regards. Neil Milkins. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Neil Milkins ● 4667d0 Comments ● 4667d

Colleagues at Sainsbury’s Wimbledon ready to go the extra mile for Sport Relief

10th March 2012·        The official Sport Relief 2012 merchandise is now on sale at Sainsbury’s Wimbledon·        Customers can now support Sport Relief by purchasing this year’s range of in-store merchandise·        Customers can also choose to make donations via in-store collection buckets, colleague fundraising activities and take part in the Wimbledon Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile on the 25th March Sport Relief is back and Sainsbury’s Wimbledon are ready to go the extra mile in their fundraising for this year’s campaign! As one of the UK’s biggest fundraising events, Sport Relief brings the entire nation together to get active, raise cash and change lives. Fundraising has already begun at Sainsbury’s Wimbledon with the release of exclusive Sport Relief merchandise and will culminate in an action packed Sport Relief Weekend from Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th March.This year’s Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile takes place in London on Sunday 25th March and Sainsbury’s Wimbledon colleagues, customers and Wimbledon residents are already entering at www.sportrelief.com.One individual already signed up and preparing to take part in the mile is Rico Nuarin, a commercial team leader colleague from Sainsbury’s Wimbledon. He said: “The sign-up process was really easy and I’m already limbering up to take part! I’m going to be doing the 1 mile event. It’ll be my 1st time I’ve taken part in the Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile and I’m really looking forward to getting sponsored to take part and raising funds for a vital cause.”Customers at Sainsbury’s Wimbledon and Wimbledon residents taking part in the Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile can choose to do either 1, 3 or 6 miles by entering at www.sportrelief.com/mile. It’s just £6 for adults, £3 for children and £15 for a family of four.

Shahin Ahamed ● 4671d0 Comments ● 4671d

More school spaces needed?

I think we all agree more spaces are needed but would it have been as bad if the main part of the school (Singlegate) hadn't been sold off a while back?.

Jenny Grimsdell ● 4671d0 Comments ● 4671d

One Direction tickets FOR SALE

Now realise we are away on this date.Any one interested in buying 3 One Direction tickets at £65 each. MATINEE at The O2, London on SATURDAY 23/02/2013 at 12.303 SEATSBlock 415    Row K     From   806 To   808

Lena Hayes ● 4684d0 Comments ● 4684d

Police Number Down in Merton Despite False Claim

Recently Merton's GLA representative Richard Tracey claimed that under Boris Johnson policing has increased. Not so in Merton. You (SW19.com) report that we are short by 6 Police Officers. For Safe Neighbourhood Teams, the scene is even more worrying : their strength id DOWN by 66% in Longthornton ward, 60% in Cannon Hill, and 50% in Graveney! We expect our elected reps to be more factual and less mere propagandists.

Andy Ray ● 4685d0 Comments ● 4685d

Walk-In Exhibition on 'Peace & Harmony in Society'

This event is hosted by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Wimbledon Park. For more than 100 years, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community has been leading a peaceful revival of Islam. From the time it was founded in India in 1889, it has enjoyed an unravelled record for peace and its efforts to build cohesive societies.This exhibition takes place on the 3rd of March 2012 from 12.30 to 16.30.The venue is:Wimbledon Community Centre28 St George's roadWimbledonDW19 4DPALL ARE MOST WELCOME!!!We would be honoured if you could come along with your family / friends to see the Exhibition.Refreshments (buffet & finger snacks) is available throughout the exhibition.There will be a bookstall and Qur'an displays and You'll have the opportunity to ask questions etc.Please contact me for more information / queries or comments!Peace and love,Khyrun N

Khyrun Nasir ● 4685d0 Comments ● 4685d

Streetbank - items to lend/give away/borrow

Hi allSome of you may have heard about Streetbank (http://www.streetbank.com/), a website that enables you to give away, lend or borrow items within your local community.Streetbank describes itself as a shared attic, garden shed, toolkit, fancy dress chest, DVD collection and skills bank. Through the website, members can contact other members in their area to make a request or respond to a request. It also acts as a local notice board by allowing members to contact other local members to publicise an event or place a more general notice. Anyway, if you don't already know about it, check it out! It's a brilliant way for neighbours to come together and it helps reduce our consumption at the same time... perfect.http://www.streetbank.com/Tess

Tess Riley ● 4690d0 Comments ● 4690d

Wimbledon shoppers help feed the hungry

Local Wimbledon shoppers donated a generous 690 kilos of food – two thirds of a ton - to Wimbledon foodbank on Saturday to help feed local people facing crisis.  A small army of volunteers including Zipcar employees gave their time to make the Sainsbury’s supermarket collection in Wimbledon a fantastic success.With a visit from the Mayor of Merton, Councillor Gilli Lewis- Lavender the event was given an extra boost and she was even on the tannoy asking people to donate!The foodbank aims to help people through short term crisis by providing emergency food parcels. Wimbledon foodbank centre also provides support and signposting to help combat the long term problem.The supermarket collection took place outside Wimbledon Sainsbury’s on Saturday 4th February.

Shahin Ahamed ● 4693d0 Comments ● 4693d

Once in a lifetime opportunity to carry the Paralympic Flame thanks to Sainsbury’s Wimbledon

Customers at Sainsbury’s Wimbledon have their final opportunity to nominate teams or individuals to be a part of the London 2012 Paralympic Torch Relay.The Sainsbury Wimbledon, situated in worple road launched it’s public nomination campaign on Wednesday 11th January. It’s the last of three campaigns run by the London 2012 Paralympic Torch Relay Presenting Partners. The final campaign, involving Sainsbury’s stores across the country, will give customers the chance to nominate a team or individual from their local community who they feel has inspired them.Sebastian Coe, Chair of LOCOG, said: “All around the UK there are teams or individuals that embody the Paralympic values and make a difference to thelives of others. The London 2012 Paralympic Torch Relay aims to recognise the contribution of some of these amazing people.“The Sainsbury’s nomination process is the final of the three campaigns run by our Paralympic Torch Relay Presenting Partners so if there is a team or individual in Wimbledon that you feel deserves recognition for their contribution, then I would encourage you to nominate them”.Sainsbury’s Wimbledon customers can nominate individuals or teams by picking up a leaflet in-store (which is freepost), calling the helpline on 01299 382 074 or visiting www.sainsburys.co.uk/paralympictorchrelay. Nominations close on Tuesday 14th February.

Shahin Ahamed ● 4698d0 Comments ● 4698d

Recommended dentists

Can anyone recommend a good NHS dentist in SW19?Preferably near Merton Park tram stopThanks

Richard Blades ● 4699d0 Comments ● 4699d

Please sign our petition

Merton Council did not obtain an independent valuation for the Council owned Freehold of the Morden Tavern when it negotiated a value with Reef Estates Ltd. The council are in danger of contravening the 1972 Local Government Act in its duty of obtaining the best value possible for the property. Documents seen by the Campaign for Morden Tavern appear to indicate that the ‘in house’ valuation carried out by the same council officer who led negotiations for Merton Council with Reef Estates in meetings with no minutes recorded to buy the Freehold failed to take into consideration the additional value of the site if planning permission was granted. As one is dependent on the other the additional value is inherent and needs to be reconsidered by an independent valuer.Please sign our petition to ask for an independent valuation:http://petitions.merton.gov.uk/epetition_core/community/petition/36Thank youCMT

Campaign for Morden Tavern ● 4864d1 Comments ● 4768d

Boundary commission to obliterate much of Wimbledon

I am very sad to see the proposal to move much of Wimbledon (Abbey and Trinity wards) into the parliamentary constituency of Mitcham. Though Wimbledon will still notionally have an MP, in fact all of South Wimbledon and the town centre as far as the railway station will be in Mitcham, including the Police Station, the Fire Station, Theatre and Centre Court shopping centre.This proposal does not reflect the reality of our famous town and community and treats us like an indistinct piece of a sub-urban sprawl.

Robert Giles ● 4849d3 Comments ● 4780d

Hall required for regular hire

Hi Everybody,I am looking for a suitable large hall to hire for 3 hours (including clean up time) on a weekly basis. I would be using it to run puppy classes. If you know of a hall that allows dogs please let me know!Thank you!Nathalie

Nathalie Ingham ● 4815d1 Comments ● 4791d

Oppose Wimbledon Constituency Boundary Changes

if you are opposed to proposed Wimbledon Constituency Boundary Changes from Wimbledon to Mitcham you can stop it happening. There is a live petition waiting to be signed. http://petitions.merton.gov.uk/epetition_core/community/petition/40deadline is 5th December. If you agree please sign, it takes only a minute. and pass the word to your friends and neighbors.

Maddie Bailey ● 4794d0 Comments ● 4794d

Wimbledon Station forecourt

Although the new pedstrian area appears to be an improvement, what will it be like on an icy morning?  An ice rink with a slippery slope.

Lynne Becci ● 4810d0 Comments ● 4810d

Wimbledon Station improvements

Although the new pedstrian area appears to be an improvement, what will it be like on an icy morning?  An ice rink with a slippery slope.

Lynne Becci ● 4810d0 Comments ● 4810d

Sunday closure 23 October District line between Wimbledon and Edgware Road

The District line is suspended between Wimbledon & Edgware Road this Sunday 23 October for planned engineering work.Two Rail Replacement Bus Services will operate throughout the  closure, as follows:Service A: Hammersmith (for District, Piccadilly and Hammersmith & City lines) – Putney Bridge - East Putney - Southfields - Wimbledon Park - WimbledonService B:  Earl's Court - West Brompton - Fulham Broadway - Parsons Green - Putney Bridge - Wimbledon

Patrick Green ● 4812d0 Comments ● 4812d

Boris inspects new Wimbledon station forecourt

The new parking bays for disabled drivers (in the cab rank access road) seem in a particularly bad place, as the nearest way from there to the station is up a set of stairs, or all the way round to the front of the forecourt and then up a slope to the station.

Anthony Fairclough ● 4816d0 Comments ● 4816d

Pilates classes

Everyone is invited. Choose from Monday, Wednesday nights or Saturday mornings (or combine, flexible times) and give it a go!Thank youwww.wvpilates.co.uk

Maja Venters ● 4833d0 Comments ● 4833d

Former Fulham, Putney and Hammersmith paedophile.

Next Monday, 3rd October, there will be repeats of the 1 hour Sky TV documentary: Harold Jones - The Welsh Killer,which deals with former Abertillery double child killer Harold Jones. Jones, using the names Harry Stevens and Harry Jones lived at Hestercombe Avenue Fulham between 1947 and 1962. Between 1962 and 1965 he lived at Colinette Road Putney and from 1965 he lived at Aldensley Road Hammersmith where he died in 1971. The documentary will be presented by Fred Dinenage and looks at the early years of Jones and links him to the unsolved murders of 8 prostitutes in the Hammersmith district of London between 1959 and 1965. The documentary will be shown on Sky Channel 553 and 555 at 9.00pm and 10.00pm on 554.I am still keen to hear from anyone who can remember Harold Jones/Harry Stevens/Harry Jones. All queries welcome.Regards. Neil Milkins. Author of: "Who was Jack the Stripper?"n.milkin@sky.com  Web page http://www.rose-heyworth-press.co.uk 

Neil Milkins ● 4834d0 Comments ● 4834d

Weekend closure 1/2 October District line between Putney Bridge and Wimbledon

The District line is suspended between Putney Bridge and Wimbledon & High St. Kensington to Edgware Road this weekend 1/2 October for line upgrade work.Two Rail Replacement Bus Services will operate throughout the Putney Bridge – Wimbledon closure, as follows:Service A: Wimbledon – Putney Bridge, via Wimbledon Park, Southfields, East Putney, Service B: Wimbledon – Putney Bridge.

Patrick Green ● 4835d0 Comments ● 4835d

Brewery Tap conversion to shops

As chair of Merton's Planning Applications Committee, I reject CAMRA's claim that loss of this pub is due to Merton's planning decisions.  Changing a pub to a shop no longer requires planning permission, and the owners could have done this before seeking to convert the upper part to flats.  In any case, whether a pub does or does not have a resident manager is outside our remit as a planning authority.

Philip Jones ● 4839d1 Comments ● 4837d

Self Defence Classes in Wimbledon

Mondays 10:00 or Tuesdays at 20:004 week Self Defence course based on body mechanics, not the strength so it is ideal for anyone who wishes to gain skills to evade and be able to react to the most common assaults.Taking bookings now for November classes on : www.nationalselfdefence.co.uk andwww.wvpilates.co.ukPilates attendees have 10% discount!!!

Maja Venters ● 4841d0 Comments ● 4841d

Schools planning

It's not really good enough for Cllr Peter Walker to simply argue semantics about the sites consultation (it's not really the point, but Leisure and Art, culture and tourism - are presumably also "community uses" and yet they're mentioned as distinct things). The point being made is the apparent lack of strategy when it comes to schools - and not just primary schools, the shortage of places will shortly reach secondary schools.What we really need to see is a detailed plan of what the Council is going to do: but there is so little in the way of foresight, that they don't even mention schools at all in their call for sites.

Anthony Fairclough ● 4858d0 Comments ● 4858d

Ginger and White Cat still missing!

Whilst everyone is out and about enjoying the 'summer' weather and school holidays please keep a look out for a ginger and white cat. He went missing last November and although I put posters up everywhere and have had a fantastic response from all my lovely neighbours we still haven't found out what happened to him.He may not look lost he is very affectionate but quite independent. If someone thought they might like to adopt him they may well have turned him out as he loved tipping over glasses of water and digging his claws into bare toes.There are more details and photos on my website which I am going to try to put a link to herehttp://www.studiojo.co.uk/claude.htmI would like to know even if it is bad news.Thank you - have a great summer!

Joanna Cardwell ● 4895d1 Comments ● 4865d

New Fundraising Initiative

Hi, I am soon to launch a new fundraising initiative that will benefit local businesses in Wimbledon as well as raising significant monies for local charities, schools, sports clubs, churches.If anyone reading would like a non profit organisation they support or work for to be involved, at absolutely no cost, please contact me on andrew.horne@peel2save.co.ukI look forward to hearing from youKind RegardsAndrew Horne

Andrew Horne ● 4897d0 Comments ● 4897d

ARE YOU DESPERATE FOR A HOME MAKEOVER?

TV PRODUCTION COMPANY MILLSYMAC ARE SEEKING INDIVIDUALS WHO NEED A HOME MAKEOVER!We have a brilliant design team who will rid the clutter, book the skip and redesign your interiors! Looking to sell your house but its 70s style is a turnoff?Own a disaster of a property with no clue what to do?Do you have a mould problem that’s hidden by clutter?Or now the kids have left are you looking to shake up your shack!?Well this could be for you!! We want to hear from people with GREAT stories and INTERESTING properties that DESPERATELY need a home makeover.Embarrassed by your home?  APPLY NOW by calling Lara on 020 7184 6764 or email lara@millsymac.com to find out more details. APPLICATIONS ENDING SOON

MillsyMac TV - Lara Sword ● 4899d0 Comments ● 4899d

TV documentary repeats.

19/07/11 13:05:00Fred Dinenage Murder Casebook. Over the next weekend, Harold Jones - The Welsh Killer will be repeated on 5 different occasions.(1) 9.00pm Sunday 24th July on Sky 553.(2) 10.00pm Sunday 24th July on C+I HD.(3) 10.00pm Sunday 24th July on C+I plus 1.(4) 1.00am Monday 25th July on C+I HD.(5) 2.00am Monday 25th July on C+I plus 1.The documentary and my book: Who was Jack the Stripper? has received favorable attention from film director/producer Gavin Thurston and former assistant director to Stanley Kubrick, Anthony Frewin.A preview of the TV documentary can be seen by googling    neil milkins you tube.Regards. Neil Milkins.  http://www.rose-heyworth-press.co.uk

Neil Milkins ● 4906d0 Comments ● 4906d

Cleaner

Can anyone recommend a good and reliable cleaner, Southfields area if possible?

Katherine Rogers ● 5017d1 Comments ● 4907d

Time Out's Wimbledon Area Guide

Time Out London has just launched a new guide to Wimbledon - as local experts, it would be great if you could take a look, see what we suggest and then tell us what you think! It has information on pubs, restaurants, theatres and other local activities:http://www.timeout.com/london/feature/1130/london-area-guides-wimbledon?DCMP=wimbledonDon't forget to comment!

time out ● 4932d0 Comments ● 4932d

Calling All Volunteers! The Orangery, Gunnersbury Park this Saturday 12noon-4pm

ORANGE ROCKCORPS: Gunnersbury Park Project Saturday 25th June 2011, 12 noon – 4pmGunnersbury Park, The Orangery, W5 4NECalling All Volunteers!Gunnersbury Park is a beautiful 75 hectare (186 acres) landscape of exceptional mature trees, open grass spaces and historic buildingsregistered as Grade 2* by English Heritage with 21 separately listed buildings.Orange and RockCorps have come together to help you to give something back to the community. Take part in Orange RockCorps and help transform the Orangery in Gunnersbury Park. Big old buildings don't come better than this!If you are free on Saturday 25th June 2011 between 12 noon - 4pm and would like to help the Orange RockCorps team to renovate the Orangery by painting, washing, scrubbing, varnishing and just generally having a jolly good old time, then all you need to do is register as a volunteer online at:  http://www.orangerockcorps.co.uk/ or call 0800 954 7625.  After you give your 4 hours, you'll get given 1 ticket to see some great musical artists.RockCorps is a pro-social production company. RockCorps uses music to inspire people to volunteer and get involved in their community. To date, over 45,000 volunteers have attended more than 20 amazing live music events. This is an opportunity not to be missed out on!!  This park exudes history, beauty and culture and this project will see the transformation of a currently disused building into a beautiful space. We guarantee you won't be disappointed. So come down and join the Orange RockCorps team as we take a step back in time! Note:• Registering online is essential: Only confirmed volunteers get all the details and a reserved place on the project.• You must be at least 16 years of age to participate in an Orange RockCorps project.

Rishi Joshi ● 4934d0 Comments ● 4934d

Weekend closure 18/19 June District line between Parsons Green and Wimbledon

The District line is suspended between Parsons Green and Wimbledon this weekend 18/19 June for line upgrade work.Two Rail Replacement Bus Services will operate throughout the Parsons Green – Wimbledon closure, as follows:Service A: Wimbledon – West Brompton, via Wimbledon Park, Southfields, East Putney, Putney Bridge, Parsons Green and Fulham Broadway.Service B: Wimbledon – Hammersmith, via Putney Bridge.

Patrick Green ● 4940d0 Comments ● 4940d

Open Garden Squares Weekend – 11th and 12th June, 2011

The summer starts here as two gardens in Grove Park, Chiswick, open their gates to the public as part of Open Garden Squares Weekend. A single ticket gives you access to many of the most beautiful garden squares in London not usually open to the public, so why not take the opportunity to visit two right on your doorstep?Sutton Court, an Edwardian mansion block just off Sutton Court Road in Grove Park W4 (south of the A4), and the Walled Garden at Chiswick House are opening their gates to the public for just one day, Sunday 12th June, from 10am until 5pm.There will be guided tours of both gardens, a historical talk and a guided walk between the two gardens, both led by local historian James Wisdom, and you can also enjoy tea and cakes at both venues.  To find out more about London Open Garden Squares and get all the details about what’s going on in Chiswick visit www.bit.ly/suttoncourt2011

Kate Beard ● 4949d0 Comments ● 4949d

Fred Dinenage Murder Casebook.

Are there any Wimbledon residents following Fred's episodes on the C+I Channel on Sky 553 on Sunday evenings? He has dealt with Christie of 10 Rillington Place, and 4 other infamous murderers. On Sunday May 29th at 9.00pm he is presenting the 1 hour drama/documentary dealing with Harold Jones the former Fulham, Putney and Hammersmith child killer and the suspect in many unsolved murders, including 8 women who were killed between 1959 and 1965 in the Hammersmith, Chiswick, Brentford and Kensington districts. Fred and Professor David Wilson have done a marvelous job on these documentaries. Regards.Neil Milkins, author of "Every Mother's Nightmare - Abertillery in Mourning" and "Who was Jack the Stripper."

Neil Milkins ● 4963d0 Comments ● 4963d

Summer Employment

I am 20 year old Bath University Art Undergraduate, looking for summer employment in this country or abroad. Have wide experience of child care of all ages including working for 3 months at a Camp America residential camp in New England. Have experience in the services industry and am a competent cook. Have a clean drivers license, am resourceful, reliable, with plenty of common sense and have a genuine love of children. I also hold a up to date criminal record check. livvylaskey@hotmail.co.uk

Olivia Laskey ● 4981d0 Comments ● 4981d

Former Coldstream Guard, Michael Turner.

Does anyone have any information about Michael Turner. He lived with 1964 Chiswick murder victim Mary Fleming and had 2 children with her. He lived with Mary at Pembridge Gardens, Kensington in 1959. In April 1962 while living at Powis Gardens,Notting Hill they had a daughter Veronica Turner. In 1963 they had a son named David Turner. Mary and Michael parted and Mary and the 2 children moved to 25 Geraldine Road, Chiswick. They then moved to 44 Lancaster Gate, Notting Hill but Mary was found murdered at Berrymede Road,Acton Green,Chiswick on 14th July 1964.Mary's daughter Veronica would love to make contact with her father Michael Turner. Veronica who is a widow has 2 daughters in their twenties. They would love to make contact with their grandfather. If anyone can assist please email me at n.milkin@sky.com Regards. Neil Milkins.

Neil Milkins ● 4985d0 Comments ● 4985d

Former Fulham, Putney and Hammersmith paedophile and seriel killer.

If you google   neil milkins you tube     you will see photographs of child killer Harold Jones in a 1 minute preview of Harold Jones - The Welsh Child Killer which will be aired on the C+I Channel 553 on Sunday May 29th 2011. Feedback welcome.Regards. Neil Milkins - Author of Who Was Jack the Stripper? published by Rose Heyworth Press.   n.milkin@sky.com

Neil Milkins ● 4995d0 Comments ● 4995d

Fred Dinenage Murder Casebook

1st of May is just around the corner. If you google Fred Dinenage Murder Casebook you will see plenty of links for the series of eight 1 hour documentaries, including a 30 second video preview. Towards the end of the clip you will see 2 photos of former Fulham, Putney and Hammersmith child killer and suspected Hammersmith nudes' killer Harold Jones. It now looks certain that Jones also stabbed to death former Putney resident Ignac (George) Ulycz on Sunday August 15th 1965. After Mr Ulycz' stabbing the killer ran nearly half a mile from the crime scene at Upper Richmond Road Putney and just seemed to vanish into Colinette Road. He didn't actually vanish, he retreated into 20 Colinette Road the home of psycho Harold Jones. Shortly after the murder Jones moved 4 miles away to Hammersmith, changing his assumed name of Harry Stevens to Harry Jones.The episode of Fred Dinenage Murder Casebook dealing with Harold Jones will be aired on the C+I Channel 553 at 9.00pm on Sunday 29th May 2011. Regards Neil.

Neil Milkins ● 5005d0 Comments ● 5005d

Test

How do I make a link like to Google - with HTML?

Peter Bourne ● 5011d1 Comments ● 5011d

Things to do in SW19

Hi to all. I thought I'd register on the forum after receiving the newsletters for a couple of months. I've had a couple of afternoons off this week with the kids, and there seems to be a real shortage of things to do with young lads in merton on the whole. Aside from Eddie Catz, Deen City Farm and the Wacky Warehouse at Kiss Me Hardys (which looks like its' in need of major redecoration), what is there to do with a five year old and a four year old that you've found for a fair and reasonable price?

Paul Green ● 5049d1 Comments ● 5013d

Auditions

Anyone interested in acting? Auditons Sun 3rd April. See www.newstagers.co.uk for details!

Julia Coleman ● 5013d0 Comments ● 5013d

New theatre group performing at The Colour House Theatre

THE BLUE ROOM BY DAVID HARECOLOUR HOUSE THEATRE, MERTON ABBEY MILLS, SW19Ten characters...ten amorous encounters...all linked in a way none of them could possibly imagine... New Stagers presents its Spring production: David Hare's THE BLUE ROOM,  a modern adaptation of Arthur Schnitzler's play La Ronde, from Wednesday May 4th to Saturday May 7th at 7.45pm at the Colour House Theatre. Much has changed since Schnitzler described his own play as 'unprintable' but what hasn't changed is theatre's ability to court controversy and stimulate the mind and senses.  The premiere of 'The Blue Room', starring Nicole Kidman, provoked an infamously overexcited review in the 'Telegraph' and national media attention. This is our first production at the Colour House Theatre, Merton Abbey Mills London SW19 2RD.  The theatre is close to Colliers Wood and South Wimbledon tube stations, and Wimbledon Rail. It's also well-served by buses.  Go to www.tfl.gov.uk   to find out how to get there.

Julia Coleman ● 5013d0 Comments ● 5013d

Avid Daily Mail Readers.

Are there any avid Daily Mail readers in Chiswick, Hammersmith, Brentford, Kensington, Acton or Putney. Sometime next week aclaimed author and national newspaper journalist Nigel Blundell is producing a major feature for the Daily Mail dealing with atrocities committed in the 1950s and 1960s in the borough's just mentioned. With an estimated daily readership of two million two hundred thousand he will open a real can of worms. The exact date of the article will be posted soon. Regards. Neil Milkins. 

Neil Milkins ● 5022d0 Comments ● 5022d

Great place to watch Boat Race

Putney Town Rowing Club ( http://putneytownrc.co.uk/archives/wheres-the-best-place-to-watch-the-boat-race ) is close to the finish line and has an outside bar.

Tony Steele ● 5023d0 Comments ● 5023d

Fred Dineage's Crime Stories

The series of 8 episodes starts on the Crime and Investigation Channel 553 at 9.00pm on Sunday 1st May 2011. Episode 5, Harold Jones-The Welsh Killer is scheduled for 9.00pm on Sunday 1st May 2011. My book: Who was Jack the Stripper? dealing with the unsolved murders of 8 women in the Hammersmith, Chiswick, Brentford and Kensington districts between 1959 and 1965 will be launched at Abertillery Library on Monday 18th April 2011. Regards. Neil Milkins. n.milkin@sky.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------Forum Home

Neil Milkins ● 5032d1 Comments ● 5031d

Fred Dineage's Crime Stories

The series of 8 episodes starts on the Crime and Investigation Channel 553 at 9.00pm on Sunday 1st May 2011. Episode 5, Harold Jones-The Welsh Killer is scheduled for 9.00pm on Sunday 1st May 2011. My book: Who was Jack the Stripper? dealing with the unsolved murders of 8 women in the Hammersmith, Chiswick, Brentford and Kensington districts between 1959 and 1965 will be launched at Abertillery Library on Monday 18th April 2011. Regards. Neil Milkins. n.milkin@sky.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------Forum Home

Neil Milkins ● 5032d0 Comments ● 5032d

District line suspended between Parsons Green and Wimbledon this weekend 12/13 March

The District line is suspended between Parsons Green and Wimbledon this weekend 12/13 March to facilitate track replacement work between Putney Bridge and East Putney.Two Rail Replacement Bus Services will operate throughout the Parsons Green – Wimbledon closure, as follows:Service A: Wimbledon – West Brompton, via Wimbledon Park, Southfields, East Putney, Putney Bridge, Parsons Green and Fulham Broadway.Service B: Wimbledon – Hammersmith, via Putney Bridge.

Patrick Green ● 5036d0 Comments ● 5036d

Architect recommendation

I just wanted to recommend the services of Simon at Simon Whitehead Architects, who is great for conversions, extensions and other architectural work.  Simon has some super projects to his name, and comes highly recommended, offering a personalised and first class service.  To see his work and for contact details, have a look at www.simonwhitehead.com, also twitter.com/architectsimon

Claire Nonweiler ● 5037d0 Comments ● 5037d

Fox and Grapes

I am so disappointed that the Fox has turned into a food establishment. It doesn't come close to any pretence of being a pub. Another fine English pub kicks the bucket.

Marc Brooks ● 5063d6 Comments ● 5045d

New person... me

Hello I've not actually got anything much to say... but I wanted to register as being a new person on this forum! I normally read the Putney one but just got notification of this one existing.However I could pass on one tip - the Wimbledon Village Bakery does the best bread! It tastes much like it used to during my childhood. I'm off down there tomorrow morning early to stock up, then home to slice it and freeze it in small batches in foil for my sandwiches.Have a good Friday and weekend.

Jane Holland ● 5288d11 Comments ● 5046d

1980 Wimbledon Final

A local television production company is looking for a ball boy from the 1980 Wimbledon gentlemen's final or anyone who was at this epic match between Borg and McEnroe. If this is you or you know someone who might fit the bill please get in contact with me at jamie.broome(at)imgworld.comThank You

Jamie Broome ● 5051d0 Comments ● 5051d

Was anyone else at Wimbledon High School?

I was there for a life sentence - thirteen years and no remission for good conduct - between 1961 and 1974.Anyone overlap?Or indeed at the 18th Wimbledon Girl Guide company?

Sara Nathan ● 5100d6 Comments ● 5060d

Weekend closure 5/6 February District line between Putney Bridge and Wimbledon

All weekend: Suspended between Putney Bridge and Wimbledon for track replacement work. Replacement buses:Service D: Putney Bridge – East Putney – Southfields – Wimbledon Park – Wimbledon Service E: Putney Bridge – Wimbledon (non stop)For travel between Wimbledon and central London, use South West Trains to/from Waterloo.

Patrick Green ● 5073d0 Comments ● 5073d

Decorator

I would like to let you know that i have recently had my house interior and exterior decorated by a very efficient decorator.he also carried out various repairs etc for us whilst working at our house I can highly recommend Paul on:  07983797490, if you need any work carried out. Bert

Bert Ryan ● 5074d0 Comments ● 5074d

Osteopathic Centre for children - NEW

The OCC is a registered charity for pregnant women before and after giving birth and chilren newborn to 18 years old.On Tues, 1st Feb 2011, they are relocating to their new premises,OCC, 22a Point Pleasant, Wandsworth, SW18 1GG. Tel 0207 490 5510.They are fanatastic at dealing with stressed angry children, disabilities, strain of growth spurts and feeding and sleeping difficulties.They are staffed by consultants who want to bring Cranial Osteopathy to a wider range of people - Harley St treatment at a fraction of the price! They ask for a donation towards the cost.I really recommend them - they are the most child friendly relaxed place and nothing ever phases them.Please post this to anyone who may benefit - there are plenty of slots available while they are still unknown in the area.

Diane Doyle ● 5085d0 Comments ● 5085d

SHINE Cancer Research UK

Join thousands of men and women in London on Saturday 1st October 2011, and take part in Cancer Research UK's night-time walking marathon. Choose to walk either 13.1 miles or 26.2 miles and the money you raise will bring light to the lives of those affected by cancer.Find out more and enter at www.cancerresearchuk.org/shine

maxine sackey ● 5085d0 Comments ● 5085d

New book:  Who was Jack the Stripper?

My second True Crime Story: Who was Jack the Stripper? will be launched at Abertillery Library sometime in March/April 2011. The book launch will coincide with a 1 hour drama/documentary to be aired throughout Britain and Europe focusing on Harold Jones, the killer of 2 school children in Abertillery, South Wales in 1921. (Google Harold Jones - The Welsh Killer, or Neil Milkins, or Jack the Stripper.)The documentary will be presented by television presenter and Kray Twins biographer Fred Dineage MBE and top British criminologist and criminal profiler Professor David Wilson. Jones was 15 when he murdered 8 year-old Freda Elsie Maud Burnell and 11 year-old Florence Irene Little in 1921. Jones was released from prison in 1941 having served 20 years for his crimes and owing to the turmoil of World War 11 he went off the police radar. During the times of the unsolved murders of 8 women in the Hammersmith district of London between 1959 and 1965, Jones lived in the Hammersmith district using various aliases. (He lived in Fulham, Putney and Hammersmith between 1947 and 1971 when he died.) Who was Jack the Stripper? examines the amazing links between Jones and the murdered women!Professor Bernard Knight who recovered and conducted the post mortems on all of Fred and Rosemary West's murder victims and "Taggart" creator Glenn Chandler have both read the manuscript for Who was Jack the Stripper? and have made positive comments on the amazing and startling coincidences linking Jones to the Hammersmith murders.Who was Jack the Stripper? is a follow up to Neil Milkins' top selling 2008 book: Every Mother's Nightmare - Abertillery in Mourning, which dealt in depth with the Harold Jones murders of Freda Burnell and Florence Little.Who was Jack the Stripper? will be distributed by:Neil Milkins, Rose Heyworth Press, 67 Arael View, Abertillery, Gwent NP13 1SU. Tel: 01495213744. n.milkin@sky.comemails and feedback welcomed. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------Forum Home

neil milkins ● 5089d0 Comments ● 5089d

Save the Brewery Tap

Help preserve a piece of Wimbledon's history by signing the petition in the Brewery Tap and by joining the Facebook group - http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=150366825001788Thank you.

Ian Barclay ● 5150d1 Comments ● 5091d

Missing Ginger and White Cat!

My one year old ginger and white cat has been missing since the end of November. His disappearance is totally out of character. I have put up posters, leafletted all my neighbours, alerted the animal wardens and the vets with no results. Please keep an eye out for him, there is a reward for help in finding him. More details and photos can be found on this link (if the forum will allow me to post a link). http://www.studiojo.co.uk/claude.htmthanksjoanna

Joanna Cardwell ● 5096d2 Comments ● 5093d

Green Coffee

This is a get together for everyone interested in living more sustainably. Often the most difficult bit is knowing where to start. Some of us have started growing our own or reducing our heating bills or making things, others are just thinking about it. So this is an opportunity to meet other like-minded people, have a coffee and talk about things.We're meeting up at Piaf in Wimbledon Hill Road, just opposite the library, from 9.30 to 11.00 in the morning of Tuesday Dec.7th. If it's a success, we'll keep meeting once a month. Hope you can make it.

Joyce Pountain ● 5149d2 Comments ● 5100d

WI-Fi Network in London should not be built

Protagonists including the Mayor propose Wi-Fi emanating from every lamp post in London. Sounds sexy but like every sexual revolution it passes most of us by whilst others end up with a nasty disease! The benefits to the overall community are not proven.  3 and 4 G phones will do everything Wi-Fi will do without the financial investment (capital and on-going) or the physical upheaval.  Fast forward to the day of Wi-Fi everywhere, how will people use it? Who will sit on kerbsides in the suburbs checking their e-mails when this ability is already available on the mobile phone network through multi media smart phones? Governments should not invest in sectors when the market is satisfied.In addition, the 3% of the population that suffers from electro-magnetic sensitivity would have nowhere to hide with complete Wi-Fi coverage in London.  ‘Always on’ Wi-Fi is more painful to these ignored sufferers. Home Wi-Fi and phone masts are bad enough but these can be avoided to some extent. 24-hour Wi-Fi electro-magnetic smog will be a constant headache.A Wi-Fi network covering the whole of London should not be built.   David Dean

David Dean ● 5321d1 Comments ● 5100d

Anyone know an Avon lady?

Want to get a couple of Avon products but don't know anybody locally who sells them.Thanks

Victoria Diamond ● 5283d1 Comments ● 5100d

auditions for children to act in a show next summer

My 12 year old daughter is very keen to be part of a show next summer during the long holiday.  Does anyone know how or where or when auditions are likely to take place and how I can find this information.Thanks,Ros

Rosalind Villiers ● 5120d0 Comments ● 5120d

Changing operating system

I would welcome advice from any computer experts in the area. A few years ago, I bought a new computer which had Windows Vista installed as its operating system. I realized too late that it was a complete disaster, and I've been fighting with it ever since. As a non-techie person, I was very happy with my previous system, which was Windows Xp. Is there any way that I can have Vista uninstalled and Xp installed? I know that Windows7 is the latest system, but I want to return to what I'm comfortable with. Can this be done, and does anyone know who can do it?

Colin Jordan ● 5126d0 Comments ● 5126d

Cycling (Highway) Blues

It is a great pity that our Borough's processes led to the the Cycle Super Highway being cut cut back from its planned and publicised end at South Wimbledon Tube station. Because of this, Merton can only benefit from an amputated Cycle Super Highway, cut short at Colliers' Wood, and abandoning the circulation problems below the knee. This blunt surgery was done without even consulting anyone who rides a bicycle daily on Merton roads to live, to work, to learn . Why is it not essential that there is meaningful consultation with people who know what they are doing? It would save Merton and London local taxpayers a mint.Merton and GLA members and officers need to change their perceived mindset if they want to do anything more positive to grow cycling to match lovely soft warm words with a touch of reality. That would cut back on personal motoring costs, make living in Merton more enjoyable and reduce the bill for street maintenance.

Charles Barraball ● 5133d5 Comments ● 5131d

Cycle Ride 5th December

The Merton Cycling Campaign's Family Fun ride is cancelled as the thaw has not yet set in.The rides are on the First and Third Sundays of every month.http://www.mertoncyclists.org.uk - our site has details of this and other activities.CharlesCharles BarraballBorough Coordinator, Merton Cycling Campaign (Local Group of London Cycling Campaign)e: info@mertoncyclists.org.ukw: http://www.mertoncyclists.org.ukp: 020 8949 0708m: 075 9 00 77 44 5287 West Barnes Lane, New Malden Surrey KT3 6JE

Charles Barraball ● 5133d0 Comments ● 5133d

Combi boilers

I'm thinking of having a combi boiler fitted for my hot water. Can anyone recommend a local firm which does this sort of work for a reasonable price, or has anyone had experience of British Gas?

Katherine Rogers ● 5173d1 Comments ● 5141d

Television drama/documentary

On Thursday 25th November 2010, filming will start in Abertillery on a 1 hour drama/documentary dealing with the unsolved murders of 8 women in the Hammersmith/Chiswick/Kensington/Brentford areas of London between 1959 and 1965. Filming will continue in London shortly thereafter. The presenters are Fred Dineage and Professor David Wilson. The documentary will focus on former Abertillery child killer Harold Jones aka Harry Stevens aka Harry Jones.(google fulham and Hammersmith chronicle-neil milkins) My book Who Was Jack the Stripper? will be launched in April 2011 to coincide with the documentary which will be aired throughout Britain and Europe on the Crime and Investigation Channel 553. Are there any accredited screenwriters out there that would be interested  in adapting my first and second book for television or the big screen. I can be contacted on 01495213744 or 07989555376 or n.milkin@sky.comRegards. Neil Milkins. Author of Every Mother's Nightmare-Abertillery in Mourning

neil milkins ● 5149d0 Comments ● 5149d

Hammersmith nudes' murders

In my book Who Was Jack the Stripper? there are approximately 140 photographs, many of which have been provided by relatives of people involved in the case of the unsolved murders of 8 Women in the Hammersmith, Chiswick, Brentford, Acton and Kensington areas of London between 1959 and 1965. A number have been provided by 4 adult children of 4 of the victims. I have received sponsorship from my local authority (Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council and British Steel Enterprise Limited)and from various business and private sponsors to purchase licences to reproduce some stunning images to use in my book. I am still trying to secure sponsorship to reproduce various images. There are 5 at £88.15 each and 5 full front pages of the Daily Mirror at £182.13 each. These Daily Mirror's deal with the murders of victim 2, Gwynneth Rees, victim 3, Hannah Tailford, victim 4, Irene Lockwood, victim 6, Mary Fleming of Chiswick and victim 7, Frances Brown of Hammersmith. If anyone is willing to help, each photograph or image will bear details of sponsorship. i.e. The cost of reproducing this Mirrorpix image sponsored by Garvin Gough, Commercial Hotel Abertillery. Hoping that you may wish to assist. Regards. Neil Milkins.  Author of Every Mother's Nightmare - Abertillery In Mourning. 01495213744, 07989555376 or n.milkin@sky.com

neil milkins ● 5158d0 Comments ● 5158d

Hammersmith nudes' murders 1959-1965

Bit of a long shot but: On Friday 8th November 1963 at Richmond and Barnes Council's refuse tip near the River Thames at Mortlake the body of 22 year old Welsh girl Gwynneth Rees was found dead beneath 2 feet of compacted ash. A man named Frank Bennett aged 54 told the police that the road leading to the refuse tip was a favourite spot for courting couples. Can anyone tell me if they knew Frank Bennett. This is crucial to my new book on the Hammersmith nudes' murders which will be in the hands of my publisher by the end of November. Regards. Neil Milkins. 01495213744 or n.milkin@sky.com PS. The book: Who Was Jack the Stripper? will be launched in April 2011 to coincide with a one hour drama/documentary which will be aired on the Crime and Investigation Channel. It will be presented by Fred Dineage and Professor David Wilson.

neil milkins ● 5163d0 Comments ● 5163d

Are you searching for a member of your family?

Are you searching for a member of your family?  New ITV series could help.Is there someone important missing in your family – someone you’d love to be reunited with? Perhaps you are adopted and long to find your birth family, or maybe you’d love to meet the father you’ve never known? The makers of the highly acclaimed BBC family history series ‘Who Do You Think You Are?’ might be able to help find them for you. In a heart warming new television series for ITV, Davina McCall and Nicky Campbell are reuniting long lost relatives who have been affected by adoption or family separation. They have already successfully reunited sons and daughters with their fathers, twin sisters adopted into different families, and birth mothers with the children they gave up for adoption years ago. They‘re in a position to help reunite more families and wanted to offer their help and expertise to any Wimbledon families who might be interested.If you would like to get in touch and tell them about the search for your relative, go to http://www.walltowall.co.uk/longlostfamily.aspx, fill in your details and they’ll get straight back to you.

Katherine Wootton ● 5171d0 Comments ● 5171d

PILATES-new group forming for Saturdays

Hello everyone, WV Pilates is forming a new Pilates group, starting on 25th September at 10:00 and 11:00am. Wimbledon Village Club. Google it, find it, Join in and welcome!!!

Maja Venters ● 5214d0 Comments ● 5214d

No Piccadilly line Northfields - Heathrow weekend 11/12 September

This weekend there is no Piccadilly line service from Northfields to Heathrow for track replacement work. Express coaches operate to/from Acton to Heathrow non - stop. A local stopping service operates from Northfields to/from Heathrow.

Patrick Green ● 5218d0 Comments ● 5218d

Weekend closure 4/5 September District line between Putney Bridge and Wimbledon

This weekend, the District line will be suspended between Putney Bridge and Wimbledon.  It will also be suspended at the eastern end, between Bromley-by-Bow and Upminster.There are two replacement bus services for this closure, between Putney Bridge and Wimbledon. One runs fast between Putney Bridge and Wimbledon while the other stops at all intermediate stations.Station Specific Travel AdviceWimbledon (to / from central London): Use fast rail replacement bus service B to Putney Bridge then the District line towards Edgware Road / Tower Hill (the latter requires a further change at Parsons Green). Wimbledon Park (to / from central London): Use rail replacement bus service A to Putney Bridge then the District line towards Edgware Road / Tower Hill (requires a further change at Parsons Green).Southfields (to / from central London): Use rail replacement bus service A to Putney Bridge then the District line towards Edgware Road / Tower Hill (the latter requires a further change at Parsons Green).East Putney (to / from central London): Use rail replacement bus service A to Putney Bridge then the District line towards Edgware Road / Tower Hill (the latter requires a further change at Parsons Green). Local passengers travelling across the closure should use rail replacement bus services A or B, or local buses where ticket acceptance has been arranged.Ticket AcceptanceTicket acceptance has been arranged with London Buses on a number of routes across the closure.  Passengers with valid London Underground tickets will be allowed to travel by local bus as follows:Route(s) Between93 Wimbledon – Putney Bridge14, 85, 424, N10, N74 Putney Bridge – Putney (Upper Richmond Road)39 Putney Bridge – Southfields493 Southfields – Wimbledon156 Wimbledon –SouthfieldsPlease note that Oyster PAYG customers who wish to use South West Trains will be charged the National Rail fare.

Patrick Green ● 5227d0 Comments ● 5227d

Private Singing Lessons

My name is Dawn. I have recently moved into the area and am offering private singing lessons. I am a fully trained classical singer with a diploma from the Trinity College of Music and several years of performing experience. If you are interested in having 1 on 1 singing lessons, nomatter how much (or how little!) experience you have, I can arrange to hold them either at my home or yours if that is more convenient, at a rate of £20 per hour. You can contact me on 07917 335 627 or dawn.herbert21@gmail.com

Dawn Ponniah ● 5270d0 Comments ● 5270d

Pilates in W Village - best price - shape up

Hi,I just started Pilates, original method (with a beat to shape, tone and balance muscles) in Wimbledon Village club, Wednesdays (today too) at 20:00 and 21:00. I am qualified instructor that wants to make a difference and give you a new experience of mat Pilates (less meditation, more workout. At the moment, I have 1-2 places available for the group at 20:00 and 10 places available for the one at 21:00..so book your place. I have all equipment, you just bring yourself and socks.. I charge 10GBP a lesson. Private - clinical Pilates is available on request. There is a local chiropractor in my team so you are in good hands, with young people (but still 7 years experience) and loads of enthusiasm. Thank you!

Maja Venters ● 5283d2 Comments ● 5270d

Lovebird Found......

My friends found a very sweet and tame Lovebird in their garden in Putney Heath last night (N.B. we presume it's a lovebird from the photos we sourced on the internet).  It has a numbered ring on its leg.  The colour is green and yellow with a red tummy.  Please call 07785 726277 if it belongs to you or if you have any information about who it may own it.

Louise Speers ● 5283d0 Comments ● 5283d

Southfields station lift

I am delighted to say that the lift at Southfields station was brought into customer service over the weekend, in time for the tennis. When the Tube map is updated later in the year, there will be a wheelchair symbol put on the map at Southfields.

Patrick Green ● 5299d0 Comments ● 5299d

Southfield station lift is in customer service

I am delighted to say that the lift at Southfields station was brought into customer service over the weekend, in time for the tennis. When the Tube map is updated later in the year, there will be a wheelchair symbol put on the map at Southfields.

Patrick Green ● 5299d0 Comments ● 5299d

Shouldn't there be a tennis related thread to mark the start of the championships?

I used to go after school and get the five bob tickets re-sold at 1700 in aid of some charity. We got access to the most amazing matches for the last couple of hours of play.I can remember doihg my chemistry revision in the queue for tickets - which probably explains the wholly rubbish exam result and being made to drop all science except biology at the age of 14.All the fault of the tennis!

Sara Nathan ● 5299d0 Comments ● 5299d

When is the forum starting?

I went to Wimbledon High School and my mum still lives not far away so I am interested in knowing what goes on here.I see Curzon cinemas are opening one just behind the theatre...opening with Un Prophete - which has to be good news: best foreign film of the year IMHO.there's a piece of local information to start us off.

Sara Nathan ● 5421d14 Comments ● 5301d

Southfields station closed this weekend

This weekend 22/23 May Southfields station will be closed for ongoing refurbishment and lift installation works.A replacement bus service will operate East Putney - Southfields.Valid LU tickets will be accepted on scheduled bus route 493, between Wimbledon and Southfields.

Patrick Green ● 5330d1 Comments ● 5310d

Hello from Mail Boxes Etc.

Hello to all Wimbledon SW19 forumites. We're a new retail business in Wimbledon, down at 143 Kingston Road SW19 1LJ. We're part of a large global network offering a wide range of courier and shipping services as well as adminstrative support such as photocopying, printing etc.We have a successful store in Putney and we're hoping to be equally useful to the Wimbledon and Merton communities.Please pop along and say hello. I'm sure there's loads of stuff we can you with.ThanksMartin

Martin Frise ● 5322d