So what could become of the Playtower? Historic sites and local landmarks are being transformed and given new leases of life as these three examples…
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Glass Mill leisure centre offers free bike health checks by local charity XO Bikes
by TonyGlass Mill leisure centre in Lewisham has started hosting a monthly ‘clinic’ where members of the public can bring their bikes for a free ‘tune…
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Lewisham council has cut the cost of bulky waste collections including mattresses in an effort to tackle fly tipping and make disposal more affordable. Residents…
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Tabernacle church set to restore facade of Grade II listed Temperance billiards hall, says report
by TonyThe Tabernacle Church has announced plans for the restoration of the facade of the Grade II listed Temperance Billiards Hall it acquired more than 10…
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Council chooses Higgins as preferred contractor for Ladywell Park’s 102 homes and expects project to complete in spring 2028
by TonyLewisham council has chosen Higgins as the preferred contractor to lead the delivery of 102 new affordable homes at Ladywell Park Gardens development, the old…
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Winter Hubfest 2025: Lewisham Donation Hub hosts night of live music at Fox & Firkin
by TonyAfter the sellout success of summer Hubfest, the donation hub is bringing you Winter Hubfest 2025 at the Fox & Firkin on Saturday 15 November 15 from 7pm for over 18’s only. It will be a…
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Planning application to turn old Citibank tower into co-living studios submitted to council
by TonyThe long-term leaseholder of the old Citibank tower in Lewisham has submitted a planning application to repurpose the vacant tower – also known as Lewisham…
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Planning officers recommend go-ahead for Gillian Street scheme
by TonyLewisham planning officers have recommended granting permission for the Gillian Street scheme, which involves demolishing the Collins industrial buildings and the construction of two commercial…
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Lewisham council to take control of Playtower after Guildmore fails to deliver
by TonyLewisham council is recommending rescinding planning permission for Guildmore’s proposed development and restoration of the Playtower “to unlock the building’s future”. Guildmore was chosen as…
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Artists’ cooperative Lewisham Arthouse wins Heritage Lottery funding to produce plan to repair, renew and reinvigorate grade II listed Deptford Library
by TonyLewisham Arthouse has secured a substantial amount of funding from the National Lottery heritage fund to help it deliver its ambitious plans to repair and…