Steatoda grossa spider found at Devonshire Road nature reserve

Steatoda grossa has a body length when mature of around 10mm for adult females and again males are generally smaller. It is variable in appearance, with only juveniles and adult males usually having a pattern and adult females often having none. The Steatoda grossa spider is also known as the false widow spider.  They belong to … Continue reading Steatoda grossa spider found at Devonshire Road nature reserve

London Orchard Project workshops at De Frene Road allotments

  The London Orchard Project will be (LOP) is providing a number of expert fruit tree restoration workshops at De Frene Road allotments.  These will be held on;   Tuesday 29 January 2013 – 10.30am to 3pm  Tuesday 5 February 2013 - 10.30am to 3pm Saturday 16 February 2013 - 10.30am to 3pm With these three sessions they … Continue reading London Orchard Project workshops at De Frene Road allotments

London Bubble & Rivers and People

On 16th September the London Bubble Theatre Company and Rivers & People held and evening with artists, singers and storytellers.  They presented an eclectic array of performances to celebrate the regeneration of Ladywell Fields.  Inspired by the flora, fauna and river life which inhabits the park, and performed by local artists (and dogs) who enjoy the facilities and … Continue reading London Bubble & Rivers and People

HGCA’s open meeting & AGM – Wednesday 10 October

NEW Committee Members needed! HGCA's next meeting will be held at Hither Green Baptist Church, Theodore Rd/Radford Rd, SE13. Map on Wednesday 10 October, 7.30pm-9pm. Come along to hear local community news and put your suggestions and questions forward. Get updates on HGCA’s activities, hear about ideas to improve Hither Green Lane, news from the Police, … Continue reading HGCA’s open meeting & AGM – Wednesday 10 October

Pan-tree in the Park

Next month Lewisham Gardens in association with Cafe Tranqui in Manor Park will hosting 'Pan-tree in the Park' an Autumn themed event to showcase homemade and home-grown produce!  The event will be a chance to celebrate the efforts of local artists, gardeners, home bakers and crafty types! To celebrate International Wool Week, local wool designers and knitters … Continue reading Pan-tree in the Park

October-December 2012 Lewisham events programme now available

The new programme of events for Lewisham is now available here! There are a few new and exciting ways to get involved listed, so why not take part!  Inside the programme you will find great activities for all the family, such as learning about the healing power of plants or going on a Nature Discovery … Continue reading October-December 2012 Lewisham events programme now available

London Bubble Theatre Group present a celebration of Ladywell Fields and the River Ravensbourne

On the evening of 16 September, artists, singers and storytellers we present an eclectic array of performances to celebrate the regeneration of Ladywell Fields.  Inspired by the flora, fauna and river life which inhabits the park, and performed by local artists (and dogs) who enjoy the facilities and picnic spots along the river. Travel advice The performance … Continue reading London Bubble Theatre Group present a celebration of Ladywell Fields and the River Ravensbourne

Green Flag success for Lewisham

This year London Borough of Lewisham won 13 Green Flags and 5 Green Flag Community Awards.  This year, 1424 sites received this prestigious accolade - a record number!   The Green Flag Award scheme recognises and rewards the best green spaces in the country.  The Green Flag Community Award recognises high quality green spaces in England and Wales managed by … Continue reading Green Flag success for Lewisham