SE22 April 2026

Welcome to SE22

The clocks have sprung forward and now we can start to benefit from the light mornings and evenings. Spring is definitely in the air. I love April, especially when there is so much to do locally!

As usual I have rounded up all the great events taking place in and around Dulwich. The events pages start on page 6. April is always a busy month for events, so we have a fabulous eight pages of online and in person events happening in and around Dulwich.

Please do check any event before turning up to make sure that they are still going ahead. Remember to check out www.arounddulwich.co.uk too as many events get added after I have gone to print. You can often find out more details online too.

If you are running a local event you can add it, for free, to our online calendar on Around Dulwich. www.arounddulwich.co.uk.

The Dulwich Festival is back in May and you can find out what is happening right here in our preview on pages 26 & 27.

The Last Word goes to Kate McIntosh, who runs cooking classes (Herbie’s Kitchen) at her mid-century house in Dulwich. Find out more on page 32.

Until next time.

Angela

Angela Burgess Head of All Things Community SE Magazines/Around Dulwich

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Events Calendar - April

Goose Green Coffee Mornings,

Society

Easter Sunday parkruns, see

Men Walk Talk, p8.

Lewisham Underwater Hockey Club p8.

&

Weekly Online Breathing Class p30.

Bethlehem, Bedlam & Bethlem - Talk at Bell House, see p19

Weekly Online Breathing Class p30.

Goose Green Coffee Mornings, p6.

Creative Arts Club, see p30.

Free

Advice

Repair Hub - Electricals & Electronics Workshop,

parkruns,

Fruit & Vegetable Growing Basics Workshop p30.

Weekly Online Breathing Class p30.

Goose Green Coffee Mornings, p6.

Weekly

Further details where available can be found in the News and Events pages 6, 8, 9, 18, 19, 24, 25 & 30. Please read as not all the events can fit on the calendar!

Kix Bar + Kitchen

One Year on Lordship Lane — Kix Bar + Kitchen Finds Its Home From pandemic pop-up to permanent...

A year on from its move to Lordship Lane, Kix Bar + Kitchen has hit its stride, a confident all-round bar and restaurant where Mexican-Asian fusion food, signature Margaritas and live music sit comfortably side by side.

From the outside, it doesn't give much away. Its dark frontage and broody windows have kept more than a few Lordship Lane regulars guessing but behind them lies one of East Dulwich's most welcoming nights out. If you're still yet to be acquainted, consider this a proper introduction.

The food is built around sharing, bold, flavourful Mexican-Asian fusion plates that arrive with an air of confidence. Signature tacos and Hirata bao buns sit at the heart of the menu, each one carefully considered. "Moving into the new space gave us the confidence to really lean into the fusion concept," says founder Matthew Preedy. "The food now perfectly mirrors the ambience of the venue whilst every dish has its own Kix identity and we're very proud of that."

The bar holds its own too. Shaped by Matthew's years at some of London's most respected private members' clubs, including Home House, The Arts Club Dover Street and the Soho institution L'Escargot, the cocktail programme is anchored by bespoke signature Margaritas with a quiet reputation of their own on Lordship Lane. Carefully crafted, never overcomplicated.

On Saturday evenings a resident saxophonist and guitarist alternate weekly, weaving jazz-inflected sets that drift through the

room rather than demand attention — the kind of atmospheric evening increasingly hard to find without travelling into central London, and yet here it is, right on the doorstep of Lordship Lane. As Kix looks ahead to its second year, the launch of Kix Club signals a venue quietly setting its own terms. "Kix Club is our way of giving something back to the locals who have made all of this possible, whilst also opening the doors to those who aren't perhaps familiar with what we're about," says Matthew. "The membership offers daily discounts and priority benefits for an entire year — a reward for continued support and an invitation to become part of what makes Kix, Kix.. community."

One year in, Kix Bar + Kitchen feels less like a newcomer and more like it has always belonged here. Which, on reflection, is exactly the point.

What's On - April

Now

until Friday 10 April:

Easter Tennis Camp at Dulwich Lawn Tennis Camp

10am-3pm. For Children & Teens Ages 3–16. All Levels Welcome. This Easter, give your child the perfect mix of sport, smiles, and new friendships at our exciting Easter Tennis Camps! Whether your child is picking up a racket for the very first time or already competing in matches, our camps are designed for all levels — from beginners to advanced players. For more information.

Giant Arches Road, Burbage Road, Herne Hill, SE24 9HP https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/ SebastienBlanchonCoaching/Coaching/Camps

Now until Friday 17 April:

Dulwich Prep and Senior Holiday Clubs

8.30am-5pm. At DPS Holiday Clubs, we believe holidays are for fun, laughter, and unforgettable experiences! Our Children’s Holiday Club is designed for girls and boys and takes place in a vibrant and engaging space where young minds can explore, create, and make lifelong memories. Every day is packed with exciting and age-appropriate activities that spark creativity, curiosity, and a sense of wonder. From arts and crafts to team building games, our diverse range of activities ensures that every child finds something they love.

Our Easter Holiday Clubs run for ages 3 - 11. If you would like to book your place, please visit our website. We look forward to welcoming you to DPS! Dulwich Prep and Senior, 38-42 Alleyn Park, Dulwich, SE21 7AA. www.dulwichpreplondonholidayclubs. schoolactivity.co.uk.

Wednesdays 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 April: Zoom Portraiture @ Dulwich Art Group & School

2pm – 5pm. Paint a clothed model with a focus on the portrait over two three-hour sessions. We give you a wide view and a closer portrait view so you can work out the framing for yourself. The model will at times be engaged in conversation in order to bring some animation to the face. Online Event: www.dulwichartgroup.co.uk.

Wednesdays 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 April: Goose Green Coffee Morning 11am-12.30pm

Do drop into Goose Green Coffee Morning for a warm welcome, coffee, tea and cake! We are open every Wednesday, it's a great place to get to know others from the local community. All welcome! Free! St John The Evangelist, 62A East Dulwich Road SE22 9AT

Thursdays 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30

April: BNI Adventures

6:30am – 8:30am. Part of the award winning multi-national networking organisation, BNI, Adventurers brings together businesses local to Dulwich with the aim of passing business and keeping money in the local community. Givers gain, and members of Adventurers have excelled at both over the last 12 months. Breakfast included. Free parking.

Get referrals: boost your business! Please contact Hayley on 07843 989728 for more information. Dulwich & Sydenham Golf Club, Grange Lane, College Road, Dulwich, SE21 7LH.

Register for this event on: www.eventbrite.co.uk

What's On - April

Thursday 2 - Sunday 12 April:

Bursting at the Seams

Where silence stretches, colour spills. Where the canvas can no longer contain the story. This is art on the edge — fragile, loud, and entirely alive. A solo exhibition by local artist, Laura Hepworth opening on Thursday 2nd April for the Private View, and then on until Sunday 12th April 2026. The exhibition will feature all of Laura’s most recent works from her new collection ‘Layers’ exploring the tension between containment and chaos. Jeannie Avent Gallery, North Cross Road, East Dulwich, SE22 9EU

Fridays 3, 10, 17 & 24 April:

Lewisham Underwater Hockey Club 7:45pm – 9pm

7:30pm – 9pm. Try out underwater hockey at Forest Hill pools every Friday evening. We’re a mixed ability club who play for fun and exercise. Complete beginners welcome - we’ll ease you in gently and have kit you can borrow.

Forest Hill Pools, Dartmouth Road SE23 2HZ. For more information: www.luwhc.org.uk

Saturday 4 April:

Men Walk Talk - Honor Oak

10am-11am. A monthly walk for men, taking in the green spaces of SE23 and surrounding area. Traditionally, men often avoid seeking mental health support, but we provide a community of support for guys to know they are not alone, and they can speak up. Join Richard for a walk and a talk on the first Saturday of every month.

For more information: menwalktalk.co.uk. 76-78 Honor Oak Park, SE23 1DY.

Saturdays 4, 11, 18 & 25

April: Parkrun 9am – 10am

Dulwich Parkrun

Free, weekly timed 5k run, jog, or walk in Dulwich Park starting from Queen Mary’s Gate. Register once and bring your printed barcode (can be used at any parkrun across the world). Firsttimers briefing at 08.50. Also in Peckham Rye, Brockwell and Crystal Palace parks. https://www.parkrun.org.uk/dulwich/

Peckham Rye Park Run

A 3-lap anti clockwise course, entirely on tarmac and is mainly flat and therefore a potential PB course The start & finish are located close to the Colyton Road entrance of the park.

Peckham Rye Park, Colyton Road SE15 4JR. https://www.parkrun.org.uk/peckhamrye/

Sundays 5, 12, 19 & 26 April:

The Horniman Market

10am – 3pm. Located on the Bandstand Terrace, you will find stalls selling seasonal fruit and vegetables, artisan bread and cheese, organic meat, and delicious street food. If that’s not enough to have you feeling like our overstuffed walrus, we also have regular guest traders specialising in treats such as luxury chocolates, delightful drinks, irresistible cakes, and tasty pickle and preserves.

100 London Road, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ. www.horniman.ac.uk/

Sundays 5, 12, 19 & 26 April:

Peckham Rye Junior Park Run

9am – 9:30am. A free, weekly, timed run for 4–14-year-olds, to get fit, stay healthy and have fun! We run 2km every Sunday morning at 9am, through rain and shine. The course is visible, well-marshalled, and all held on the paths around the sports pitches. Peckham Rye Park, Colyton Road, East Dulwich SE22 0NE.

Monday 6 April: Bach to Baby Easter Family Concert

3pm-3.45pm. It's a family fanfare! Introduce your family to the Trumpets as they travel around the world. Meet Piccolo, Cornet, Trumpet and Hosepipe. Discover how their family has changed through the ages - from Baroque to modern day! Be ready to join the Bach to Baby family for some carolling around the piano!

St. Barnabas Church, Calton Avenue, SE21 7DG. www.bachtobaby.com.

Tuesday 7 - Friday 10 April: 'Keyboard Superstars' Music Workshop 10am-12.30pm

Funky Monkey's ‘Keyboard Superstars’ workshop for beginner 5–8-year-olds are a perfect opportunity to try out the keyboard and make music the fun way, all with an Easter theme! Over 4 morning sessions (2.5 hours) children learn in small groups how to write and play music and try some famous tunes using electronic keyboards. It's a wonderful, relaxed introduction to practical and theoretical music, and with games, quizzes and art activities all based around music thrown in for good measure, you'll be amazed how much they can learn in less than a week, whilst having fun! Maximum class size 8, all equipment provided. £130/£110 friend/sibling discount. For online film, full details and booking form visit www.funkymonkey.info - ‘Holiday Workshops’. St Philip/James Church, Poplar Walk SE24 0BS.

What's On - April

Tuesdays 7, 14, 21 & 28 April:

Weekly Online Breathing Class 7pm

– 7.40pm

A 40-minute breathing and relaxation class. Unwind, centre yourself and use the breath to help relax and prepare for a restful evening. Using different breathing techniques that can be incorporated into your day along with a few gentle mat-based stretches and ending with Yoga Nidra a full body guided meditation for deep relaxation. All welcome. No experience is needed. £7. To join see: https://liveyogateachers.com/classes/ meditation-open-level-kerry-flower

Tuesdays 7, 14, 21 & 28 April:

Social Runs with DPR

7:30pm – 8:30pm. Fantastic local running club. Social runs every Tuesday 7.30pm at Trevor Bailey Sports Ground on the south circular. Plus runs every Sunday morning; coached sessions on Thursdays; cross country races; competitions; weekends away; frequent social activities. Come along on a Tuesday to try us out!

www.dulwichparkrunners.co.uk enquiries@dulwichparkrunners.com

Trevor Bailey Club House Dulwich Common SE21 7HA

Tuesday 7 April: Honor Oak

WI Monthly Meeting

7.30pm-9.30pm. A friendly and supportive group of women of all ages, backgrounds and interests. We meet Monthly on the first Tuesday of the month. We also have a book club, craft club and gallery & museum visits group. April’s meeting How to Make Paper Flowers. All are welcome but maybe a charge for materials for non-members. honoroakwi@gmail.com.

Instagram: honoroak_wi. www.facebook.com/groups/honoroakwi. Stanstead Lodge Café, Northwood Road, SE23 1DD.

Circle Psychology Partners

A Dulwich neighbourhood clinic offering psychology and psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families.

Life in Dulwich can be vibrant and rewarding, but it can also bring its share of pressures. Children and teenagers may struggle with anxiety or school stress, parents juggle busy family lives and demanding careers, and many adults quietly carry the strain of work, relationships or major life transitions.

Recognising how important accessible support can be, Dr Christine Langhoff, Clinical Psychologist, executive coach, mother and local resident, founded Circle Psychology Partners to improve access to high-quality psychological care within the local community.

Based on Zenoria Street in East Dulwich, the clinic brings together a team of over forty experienced clinicians providing psychology and psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families across the Dulwich area and beyond. In addition to the main clinic, sessions are also offered in nearby locations including Sydenham and Herne Hill.

Supporting Children and Young People

Many families first contact Circle Psychology Partners when they are concerned about a child or teenager. Anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties, friendship challenges and academic pressures are common reasons parents seek support.

The team also works with children and young people who are neurodivergent,

including those with ADHD or autism, helping families understand strengths and challenges while developing practical strategies that support wellbeing at home and school. Clinicians help young people better understand their emotions, build confidence and develop skills for managing difficult feelings. Parents are often supported as part of the process so families feel more confident navigating challenges together.

Support for Adults

Adults often seek psychological support when life begins to feel overwhelming. Work pressures, parenting responsibilities, relationship difficulties and major life transitions can all affect emotional wellbeing. Circle Psychology Partners supports adults experiencing common mental health difficulties such as anxiety, depression, trauma and stress, as well as perinatal challenges around pregnancy and early parenthood. The team also works with adults who identify as neurodivergent, including those with ADHD or autism, helping individuals better understand themselves and develop supportive strategies. Therapy may be short-term and focused on a specific difficulty, or longer-term where deeper support is helpful. Many clients are professionals balancing demanding careers and family life who value having time and space to reflect and prioritise their mental wellbeing.

Relationship and Family Support

Relationships naturally evolve over time and can come under strain during busy stages of life. Couples therapy offers a supportive environment where partners can improve communication, rebuild understanding and strengthen their connection. By supporting individuals, couples and families, the practice helps people navigate life’s challenges at different stages of the family journey.

Finding the Right Clinician

Seeking psychological support can feel like a significant step. A key priority at Circle Psychology Partners is ensuring each person is carefully matched with the clinician whose experience best fits their needs and availability. The practice offers a range of evidencebased psychological therapies, with sessions available privately. The clinic also works with several major health insurers, allowing some clients to access therapy through their insurance cover. Circle Psychology Partners continues to support individuals and families across the Dulwich community in building resilience, understanding and wellbeing.

2a Zenoria Street, East Dulwich, SE22 8HP www.circlepsychologypartners.co.uk info@circlepsychologypartners.co.uk 020 8935 5068

Bring Some Zing Into Your Borders With Euphorbia

Garden Talk with Janine Winlaw | Instagram @janinewinlaw

These fab foliage plants add structure, texture and lushness to the garden. Many varieties also have bright acid green flowers in spring and early summer that bring a zingy freshness to planting, beautfully complimenting purples and blues. There are many to choose from, whether for height or ground cover, sun or shade. Here’s my pick.

FOR HEIGHT AND STRUCTURE

1) E. characias wulfenii

This well-known euphorbia has stems of bluish green leaves (up to 1.5m high) forming a rounded shape. From March it comes alive with blowsy lime green flowers that will lighten up the garden with plants such Erysimum ‘Bowles Mauve’ or alliums. It tolerates some shade but prefers a sunny spot and is drought tolerant once established - perfect for a gravel or Mediterranean garden. E. characias ‘Humpty Dumpty’ and E. ‘Blue Wonder’ are smaller versions. E. ‘Black Pearl’ with dark black eyes and yellow flower heads is more unusual, or for a silvery colour scheme try variegated E. characias 'Silver Swan'.

2) E. mellifera

This is a beautiful exotic-looking plant with bright green evergreen leaves and rusty orange, honeyscented flowers in spring. It gets big – around 2m or taller– so it’s perfect if you want a large architectural structure. Combining it with spiky or large leaved plants or bold colours creates a tropical feel. It likes full sun or partial shade. E. pasteurii has similar long striking leaves (though slightly darker) and orangey flowers in early summer, but it’s smaller a 1.5 m in height. It’s another sun lover and looks good with yellow flowers or lush grasses such as Hackonachloea macra.

LOWER GROWING

E. griffithii ‘Great Dixter’.

If you want a bit of summer colour, this is fab. The warm orange flower heads in summer are followed by red and orange autumn leaves. Or E. griffithii ‘Fireglow’ has bright red flowers for even more of a wow factor.

E. palustris

With its fresh green foliage and mass of bright green flowers throughout the summer months, this looks amazing with blues, such as Iris ‘Tropical Night’ or I. ‘Jane Phillips’. It reaches about 90cm. Or for flowers with more of a yellowy tone, try E. wallichii.

E. x martinii

With red-eyed flowers from March until late June, this striking euphorbia looks good with other dark red/pink early flowering perennials such as aquilegia. It’s compact and upright, at 75cm in height.

SHADE LOVERS

E. Amygdaloides var. robbiae

Fab for brightening up a shady spot, this low growing (50cm) euphorbia is one of the earliest to flower, with dark glossy green leaves and fresh lime green flower that look great with dark purple tulips. Good for carpeting a tricky spot, though it can be invasive. E. amygdaloides ‘Purpurea’ is similar but has crimson stems.

MAINTENANCE

Some evergreen euphorbias need to have their faded blooms cut back after flowering, while others such as E. characias need their stems cut back down the ground after flowering, to encourage new shoots. Deciduous varieties need to be cut down to the ground in autumn. Euphorbias have a thick milky sap than can be a skin irritant, so wear gloves and long sleeves. Wash off immediately if you do get some on your hands. Euphorbia’s do have a tendency to spread or self-seed - some more than others, but they’re easy enough to weed.

The Poo Problem

Pets Corner with Leonie St Clair | www.londondogstraining.co.uk

After the many months of rain most families will be keen to hit the local parks this Easter to enjoy a bit of sun and fresh air. Yet, there is one potential discovery lurking in the undergrowth that will not be a welcome find. I never thought I would say this, but recently it feels like dog poo is everywhere. I am finding turds daily on the streets as well as in the park. What is going on?

There has and will always be the odd antisocial individual that believes it is not their responsibility to pick up, but in my experience, they have always been a minority. Over the last year this has changed and it seems like there is an epidemic of poo. Be assured, it is dog poo; fox poo has a very different look and a distinctive odour.

Dog owners need to get a grip. Many of our parks are now under Public Space Protection Orders (PSPO's) and we have only ourselves to blame if large fines or bans begin to be applied - something the Council already has the power to do. Failing to notice your dog has pooped or forgetting to take bags is no defence in law. If you do need a bag, ask another dog owner, most will happily oblige. Once outside, please put the mobile phone away and supervise your dog carefully both on and off lead. Notice when they squat and always check for a deposit.

Consider the health risks; Toxocaridae, Salmonella, E-coli, Campylobacter and Cryptosporidium are just some of the bacteria and parasites that dogs can carry that are also potentially harmful to us humans as well as other animals. Dog poo is full of nasties and some of them may be antibiotic resistant too. I believe that dog ownership can produce real societal benefits but we need also to be aware of potential environmental harms.

Leaving poo lying around is antisocial. As a dog owner, I get as hacked off as anyone else having to clean stinking deposits off footwear and equipment. Many of us will have accidentally trodden in something left on the pavement, but even worse are those dog turds slightly disguised by tussocks of grass in the park. Increasingly, parks are used for a range of children’s sports activities. They are precious spaces where we should be able to encourage youngsters to run around freely and

safely. None of us want our kids to find themselves slithering around in dog turds.

To the many decent and responsible owners out there, let’s try to be proactive. If you see another owner has not ‘noticed' their dog defecating, give them a polite heads-up. If you find a poo and no dog or owner in sight, grit your teeth and see if you can bear to pick it up and bin it anyway. Get the word around that our local libraries often give out poo bags free. Let’s start to make a difference and see if we can make this Easter and the coming summer, as dog poo free as possible.

I apologise to readers for this rant. However, not picking up after our animals does seem to be an increasing problem and we dog owners can and should do something about it, before we lose the freedoms we enjoy with our pets.

The Only Fitness Secret That Actually Works

Fitness tips with Antonia Bannasch | www.bodyshotperformance.com

Everyone wants a shortcut. A magic programme, a miracle supplement, a 30-day transformation. The fitness industry is built on selling that fantasy. But after all the noise fades, one truth remains standing consistency is the only thing that works.

Results Live In The Repetition

Your body does not transform after one great workout. It transforms after one hundred ordinary ones. The science is clear: physiological adaptation whether building muscle, improving cardiovascular endurance, or losing body fat happens through repeated stimulus over time. A single session sends a signal. A year of sessions rewires your entire system.

Think of consistency as compound interest for your body. Each workout is a small deposit. On its own, it looks modest. Stack those deposits week after week, and the returns become extraordinary. Miss them repeatedly, and you’re constantly starting over from zero.

Motivation Versus Discipline

Here’s something nobody tells beginners: motivation is unreliable. It shows up loud and energised in January, then quietly slips out the back door by February. Waiting to “feel like it” is a strategy for staying exactly where you are.

Consistent people don’t rely on motivation they rely on systems. They work out at the same time each day, treat it like an unmovable appointment, and remove the daily decision of whether to go. When showing up becomes automatic, the battle is already won before it begins. Environment matters too. Laying out your kit the night before, choosing a gym close to your commute, or training with a friend these small design choices make consistency far easier to sustain.

Progress is not Always Visible. Keep Going Anyway

One of the hardest parts of staying consistent is that progress is often invisible in the short term. You might train for six weeks and feel like nothing is happening. Then suddenly, the weight feels lighter, the mirror looks different, and climbing the stairs

doesn’t leave you out of breath. The work was always compounding beneath the surface you just couldn’t see it yet.

Trust the process even when it feels boring. Boring, repeated effort is exactly how extraordinary results get built. Dramatic transformations are just consistent habits, photographed a year apart.

Imperfect Consistency Beats Perfect Inconsistency

You don’t need the perfect plan. You don’t need the ideal schedule, the best gym, or peak motivation. You need to show up even when the workout is short, even when it’s mediocre, even when you’d rather be on the sofa. A 20-minute walk beats the workout you skipped because you couldn’t do the full hour.

Stop waiting for perfect conditions. Start building the habit of showing up. Setbacks will happen missed weeks, illness, life getting in the way but none of that erases the foundation you’ve built. You simply return, without guilt, and continue. That habit more than any programme, any diet, any piece of equipment is what will change your life.

The bottom line: Show up. Do the work. Repeat. That is the whole secret and it’s available to everyone.

What's On - April

Tuesday 7 April: Online talkDulwich Food and Drink

8pm-9pm. Over the last two hundred years many Dulwich residents have been in the forefront of the food and drink industries. Bovril and the Vestey's meat business may be the best known but there are countless others ranging from brewers to lemonade and mineral water producers, and fish paste to mustard manufacturers. There were major names in sugar, ships biscuits, and tea, and there were also our restauranteurs, two of whom funded the English cricket team's first to tour Australia in 1861/62. This talk will be held online via Zoom. Tickets are £5 per person, proceeds go to St Christopher's Hospice. www.bellhouse.co.uk.

Wednesday 8 April: EDWI: Colour Confidence Workshop with Sinead Bevan and Dani Walter Marca Pessoal

7.30pm-9.30pm. Our April event is a Colour Confidence Workshop with Makeup artist Sinead Bevan and Colour consultant Dani Walter Marca Pessoal. The workshop will be 1.5 hours and will cover: Basics of colour theory; How to do a colour analysis for yourself; The psychology of colour. There is no requirement to bring anything with you. The East Dulwich WI welcomes guests to this event. First-time guests attend for free, and returning guests pay a fee of £7 (cash only). We welcome new members, the subscription for the membership year April 2026 to March 2027 is £54. In addition to the monthly events, we do have a book club that meets monthly and we arrange other outings/events from time to time. For more information, please email to: join@eastdulwichwi.co.uk.

The Castle Pub, Upstairs Function Room, 280 Crystal Palace Road, East Dulwich, SE22 9JJ.

Thursday 9 April: Paul and John Nash - Brothers in Art

8pm-9pm. Growing up in the shadow of their mother's illness, Paul and John Nash emerged as artists at the same time, exhibiting their work in a joint exhibition in 1913. The following year they enlisted in the Artists' Rifles and both served on the Western Front before working together as war artists. Both subsequently explored wood engraving and book illustration. But their art moved in different directions and, while remaining close, each sought to distance themselves from the tag of 'the Nash brothers'.

The Arts Society Dulwich membership fee is £60 single, £110 double, £12 for students for ten lectures October to July. Lectures also live on Zoom but not recorded. Guests welcome at £10 per lecture at the door, cash or card, or for the Zoom link: info@theartssocietydulwich.org.uk.

James Allen's Girls' School (JAGS) Sixth Form Centre, Green Dale, SE22 8TQ. www.theartssocietydulwich.org.uk

Thursday 9 April: 'Cheeky Chick' Music Workshops

10am-1pm. Funky Monkey Keyboard Classes ‘Cheeky Chick’ workshops for beginner 4–8-yearolds are a perfect opportunity to try out the keyboard and make music the fun way, all with an Easter theme! A wonderful, relaxed introduction to practical and theoretical music, with games, quizzes and art activities all based around music thrown in for good measure!

Maximum class size 8, all equipment provided. For online film, full details and booking form visit www.funkymonkey.info ‘Holiday Workshops’. Christ Church, 263 Barry Road, SE23 0JT.

Friday 10 April: Cosy Friday Evening Sunset Gong Bath on

Sydenham Hill SE23

8pm-9pm. Step into the magical realm of my Secret Soul Sanctuary by the woods! It is a safe haven in the heart of South London, where I invite you to join me for an evening Gong Meditation / Sound Journey. Secret Soul Sanctuary, Sydenham Hill, SE23 3PH. Bookings via Eventbrite and: www.thesoulnurturer.co.uk

Saturday

11

April: Bach to Baby Easter Family Concert

3pm-3.45pm. Isaac Shieh, French horn, natural horn & Yulia Vershinina-Mukhopadhyay, piano. Can a horn sing? Oh yes it can. Today it soars, whispers, calls and croons through music by Mozart, Britten, Gounod, and Strauss. One concert. Endless magic. Follow that sound! Tickets: £16 (Up to 2 children come for free on each adult ticket). St. John the Evangelist, 62A East Dulwich Road, East Dulwich, SE22 9AT. www.bachtobaby.com.

Sunday 12 April:

The Goose Is Out! Singaround at The Castle

7pm-10.30pm. If you like singing, come to our Singaround! It is very informal and participative. We take it in turns to sing a song - any genre, any language. Everybody is welcome. You don't have to be a "good singer", and you can just listen if you want. For lots more information, see our website www.thegooseisout.com.

£5 on the door (cash or BACS only). The Castle, 280 Crystal Palace Road, East Dulwich, SE22 9JJ.

What's On - April

Wednesday

15 April:

Bethlehem, Bedlam and Bethlem: England’s First Asylum and the history of mental healthcare

7pm-8.30pm. Join David Luck, Archivist at Bethlem Museum of the Mind, as he explores the history of mental health care in the United Kingdom through the changing form of Bethlem Royal Hospital. Dating back to 1247, Bethlem, also known as the infamous ‘Bedlam’, has moved from a place of confinement for socalled ‘pauper lunatics’ to a modern-day NHS psychiatric hospital in its current fourth site in Beckenham. David will introduce the Museum and talk about some of the challenges of curating and explaining this history, which is featured at the current Hospital. Tickets are £7 per person. The talk will be held in-person at Bell House. Bell House, 27 College Road, Dulwich, SE21 7BG. www.bellhouse.co.uk.

Thursdays 16, 23 & 30 April: Goose Green Lunch Club

12.30pm-2pm. The lunch club is a friendly and informal club for people over 55. We meet every Thursday during term time and enjoy a delicious main course and dessert with tea and coffee for £5. If you’re interested in joining us for lunch or if you would like to volunteer with us, please call:

Martin on 07939 288885

Barbara on 0208 693 2090

Goose Green Centre, 62A East Dulwich Road SE22 9AT.

Thursday 16 April:

People, Planet, Pint meetup - East Dulwich 7pm-9pm

Join us for the April meetup! These meetups are free to join, very relaxed and a great way to meet others interested in sustainability related topics. Thanks to our sponsor Krystal, the first 10 drinks are on them (alcoholic & non-alcoholic). Please come along to share and learn from others. We’re excited to see where the conversations take us! The Lordship Pub, 211 Lordship Lane, East Dulwich, SE22 8HA. We'll be downstairs at a table by the bar. Register for free via: www.eventbrite.co.uk.

Financial Matters

With David Frederick FCCA | Marcus Bishop Associates | marcus-bishop.com

It’s Not Right But It’s Ok, Or Is It? Part 2

Last month, we explored the lifestyle mismatch and the undeclared overseas account, self inflicted traps of how some taxpayers fall foul of HMRC. This month we’ll conclude with three more self inflicted traps that some taxpayers enter with ease.

The third self inflicted trap is the hobbyist (or the side hustle). A taxpayer may enjoy "flipping" designer clothes online, making about £1,500 profit a month. Other hobbies are available! It may be a lucrative hobby, however, the taxpayer they may not realise, digital platforms report their sellers’ total sales and bank details to HMRC. This became effective from 1st January 2024 as a result of The Platform Operators (Due Diligence and Reporting Requirements) Regulations 2023. In addition, this is part of the OECD Model Reporting Rules adopted by the UK to improve international tax transparency.

The problem arises when HMRC cross checks the taxpayer’s national insurance number with their self assessment record, and discovers, the taxpayer has not registered for self assessment. This triggers a HMRC “Nudge Letter” which often ends up with the taxpayer having to pay the income tax and a penalty, for a “failure to notify” HMRC.

It is not all doom and gloom for hobbyist taxpayers. Annually, taxpayers are allowed to earn £1,000pa from their endeavours before paying income tax. Alas, at £1,500pm a taxpayer handsomely exceeds their annual allowance.

The private landlord is our fourth walk into trap for some taxpayers. Consider a parent who purchases a flat for their child to live in whilst studying at university; but continues to rent out the flat after their child has graduated. Unfortunately, HMRC noticed that the parent paid the second home Stamp Duty and Land Tax (SDLT) surcharge but has not filed a “Land and Property” on their tax return for three years. Furthermore, a simple double check of the electoral roll by HMRC reveals the flat residents are not related to the taxpayer. Ouch! This leads to HMRC opening an enquiry into the taxpayer’s affairs and demanding bank

statements. The end result is often the taxpayer paying their income tax plus penalties and interest for a “failure to notify” HMRC.

Taxpayers should be mindful that HMRC receives a data feed from the Land Registry every time a property changes ownership. Therefore, if taxpayers own a second property but their tax returns does not disclose rental income or a "capital gains" event, their records are automatically flagged.

The final self inflicted tax trap is when a taxpayer tells "two truths", a low income to HMRC (to save tax) and a high income to a financial institution (to get a mortgage). Unfortunately, such behaviour by a taxpayer is doubly painful. There will be a revised tax bill plus an investigation for mortgage fraud. The latter is a criminal offence. Moreover, if their HMRC declared income is correct, there is the matter of “explained wealth.”

Perhaps, it’s not right but it’s ok, really means HMRC will help taxpayers pay their correct income tax and penalties in the end.

Dulwich Hamlet FC

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The Beautiful Game

We’ve reached the ultimate month of the season, and our last chances to see the beautiful game live. And it can be so beautiful. At the time of writing my mind is brimming with a thrilling period of football of the highest quality.

I’m not thinking of Valverde’s first-half hattrick for Real Madrid in the Champions League; nor the Lionesses netting six in World Cup qualification. I’m savouring a brief floodlit spell on the turf of Champion Hill, when Dulwich men put four past a Whitehawk defence rubbing their eyes in disbelief. The tone was set early when a scissor-kick from distance put the visitors ahead. I was in the bar so missed the acrobatics. But I was back in place to witness the glorious display that followed in the next 30 minutes. For the love of the beautiful game, here’s what happened.

First Danny Mills calmly fired home a rebound after Luke Wanadio’s powerful shot struck the crossbar. Nine minutes later a long pass of the highest quality from Michael Chambers picked out Lonit Talla: a perfectly cushioned touch with his left foot, a touch with his right that nudged it cheekily inside, then a masterly strike into the far corner saw the Greendale End erupt.

More was to come just six minutes after that when Mills dispatched a second. And to cap it all, nine minutes later the DHFC media team posted ‘That is Outrageous!’ when Jadan Raymond plucked the ball out of the cool night air, drove into space, cut inside and wrapped one into the far corner that screamed ‘if you love the beautiful game, fill the Hill!’ 628 lucky souls were there to witness this sumptuous football played in SE22, and I describe it to encourage you not to miss out on similar magic in the month to come. Dulwich Hamlet will not be televised (even when it is!).

Fixtures

Catch our men in home action against Carshalton Athletic on Easter Monday, 6th April, and Burgess Hill Town on Saturday 18th. Regular supporters of our women’s firsts are no strangers to quality football either so fill the Hill for the last home game of this National League campaign, hosting tabletopping Norwich City on Sunday 12th. Our women’s final outing comes away at Actonians on Sunday 26th. While our men travel to Canvey Island on Saturday 4th; Welling United on Saturday 11th; and Hashtag United on Saturday 25th. More glory might be added in the end as, at the time of writing, our men are readying for their London Senior Cup semifinal clash with Leyton Orient.

The Trust

While you’re committing to catching the top-class action, why not consider joining our Supporters’ Trust, the voice of the fans at the heart of our club. And if this dizzying game propels you to go one step further, why not put yourself forward to join the Trust board for next season? Nominations open in mid-April, so please do come and have a chat with current board members at the Mega Container or around the ground to find out more. Up the Hamlet! Photos: Rob Avis

What's On - April

Thursday 16 April: Sing with Raise the Roof!

7pm-9pm. We sing an uplifting world-wide repertoire in glorious a cappella vocal harmony. All songs taught by ear and everyone welcome. Come and join us for the summer term!

Carnegie Library Hub, 192 Herne Hill Road SE24 0DG.

Thursdays 16, 21 April: Cosy

Thursday Evening Sunset Gong Bath on Sydenham Hill

SE23 8pm-9pm

Step into the magical realm of my Secret Soul Sanctuary by the woods! It is a safe haven in the heart of South London, where I invite you to join me for an evening Gong Meditation / Sound Journey. Bookings via Eventbrite and: www.thesoulnurturer.co.uk

Secret Soul Sanctuary, Sydenham Hill, SE23 3PH

Friday 17 April: Dulwich

Comedy Experience with Dylan Moran

7.15pm doors Open. 8pm start. Plosive's flagship stand-up night, bringing the best in alternative comedy. DYLAN MORAN - star of Black Books, Shaun of the Dead and Calvary - headlines April's show. Plus BBC New Comedy Awards star FRANKIE THOMPSON and more exciting acts to be announced. AGE RESTRICTION: 18+.

The MCT at Alleyn's, East Dulwich, SE22 8SU. https://plosive.seetickets.com

Friday 17 April: New Moon

Sister Circle with Mini Gong Bath & Fire Release Ceremony 8pm-10.30pm

Come and connect in at this month’s sharing circle gathering, where you will be surrounded by sisterhood as you step into the magical realm of my Secret Soul Sanctuary by the woods. It is a safe haven in the heart of London, where I invite you to join me for a sister 'talking stick' /'Red Tent' style sharing circle over a herbal tea. Secret Soul Sanctuary, Sydenham Hill, SE23 3PH. Book via Eventbrite and www.thesoulnurturer.co.uk.

Saturday

18 April:

Free Dyslexia Advice Clinic

10am-12pm. Do you have concerns about your child's literacy, or questions about how to support your child with reading and spelling at home? Come and chat to an experienced dyslexia specialist at Bell House! We offer a limited number of free 1:1 advice clinics once a month. Even if you're not sure what you want to know, come and speak to someone about what you are noticing, and we can take it from there! Read more and book your place here: Bell House, 27 College Road, Dulwich SE21 7BG. www.bellhouse.co.uk.

Saturday 18 April: Repair Hub - Electricals & Electronics Workshop 1pm-4pm

The Bell House Repair Hub is a community initiative to help you fix your stuff, share skills, reduce waste and save money. Rather than throwing things away, we invite you to bring them back to life. Bring your tired and failed electrical or electronic things. Our helpful volunteers will safety-test them and help you to repair them. We can help with any device, appliance, gadget or toy with a plug, a battery, a solar panel or any other electrical power source. Learn how to change a fuse, rewire a plug, open things up, find faults and much, much more! Sessions are free and we kindly ask that you register so we know how many people to welcome.

Bell House, 27 College Road, Dulwich SE21 7BG. www.bellhouse.co.uk.

Monday 20 April: Sourdough & Spice Cooking Class

10am-2pm. Join Kate & Nicole for this fun fourhour demonstration cooking class followed by lunch. Sourdough with Nicole: You'll learn the step-by-step process of making sourdough bread and focaccia. You’ll also create your own sourdough focaccia, customising it with your choice of toppings from pre-fermented dough. Spice with Kate: You'll learn 4 great recipes from Kate's recent book 'HOW TO ADD FLAVOR' that go perfectly with Nicole's sourdough.

Herbie's Kitchen, 5 Woodhall Drive SE21 7HJ Book via www.eventbrite.co.uk

Monday 20 April: Dulwich WI Monthly Meeting

7.30pm-9.30pm. Launched in 2018, the Dulwich WI is a supportive and stimulating group for women of all ages and backgrounds. We meet once a month at No 57, 57 North Cross Road, SE22 9ET. We would love to meet you and look forward to welcoming you to our group. https://dulwichwi.com

Wednesdays 22 & 29 April: Weekly Wine Session

7.30pm-9.30pm. The Dulwich Wine Society provides a way for novices and seasoned wine lovers to explore the world of grapes and wine regions. Taste, learn and discover new favourites. A break mid-way through the meeting provides a chance to get to know others socially, and you can bring your own cheese and biscuits.

The Rosendale, 65 Rosendale Road, SE21 8EZ. https://www.dulwich-wine-society.co.uk.

What's On - April

Thursday 23 April:

Learn how to make Kimchi

7pm-8pm. Suitable for both beginners and fermentation enthusiasts. Join me for a HandsOn Fermentation Workshop where you will be chopping and prepping veg and fruit to take home and ferment with full instructions. The recipe I use is vegan. Everything you need is provided. No experience of fermentation is required. I'll teach you everything you need to know, and your ferment will be ready to eat within a week of the workshop. Kimchi is a spicy Korean condiment made from fermented cabbage. As well as being delicious, it has lots of brilliant gut health boosting properties. Book Tickets via www.eventbrite.co.uk.

Kingswood Road, Penge, SE20 7BL

Thursday 23 April - Tuesday 12 May: Making A Mark

New Drawings by Michael Spencer & Others. Weekdays 9am – 4pm. Weekends 10am – 5pm. (Gallery Closed Wednesday Mornings). At least 50% of all sales donated will go to support Lewisham Food Bank. lewisham.foodbank.org.uk www.canvasandcream.com.

Canvas & Cream Gallery, 18 London Road, SE23 3HF.

Thursday 23 April: Dominic Gregory - Lifeboat at the End of the World: A Volunteer’s Story 7pm-8pm

Join Dominic Gregory as he talks about his brilliant new book which explores what it is really like to volunteer for the Lifeboat Service in Dungeness. Lifeboat at the End of the World is the first book to depict the experience of what it is like to volunteer on a lifeboat: the smells of the water, the little knots when an alarm comes, how the crew is trained, the teamwork and trust, the ethos of the service. But it is when inflatable dinghies – overloaded with people – begin arriving on the shores of Dungeness that the lifeboat crew must face perhaps their greatest test.

Dulwich Books, 6 Croxted Road, West Dulwich, SE21 8SW. Tickets via www.eventbrite.co.uk

Dulwich Festival

After the stillness of winter, the launch of Dulwich Festival signals a new season stirring, as colour, light and creativity unfold across our streets, parks and community spaces.

From 8–17 May 2026, Dulwich Festival hosts a vibrant programme spanning music, literature, dance, visual art, walks, talks and wellbeing. Shining a bright light on our much-loved local venues — the cultural anchors of our community — artists, musicians, writers, performers and makers unite to bring the festival to life.

If high energy entices, make The Beatles Dub Club high priority in your festival planning. A Glastonbury regular championed by Fatboy Slim, this DJ set with visuals reimagines the Fab Four through global remixes and is guaranteed to get audiences on the dance floor.

Swing star Simon Selmon leads movers to the merry tunes of the South London Jazz Orchestra, while Ghanaian Highlife band The Goldcoasters return by popular demand. Voices in the Village, a high-energy choir triple-bill hosted by Tongue & Groove, features Bellow Fellows and trans-inclusive feminist pop choir Lips Choir, while Unearthed uncovers beautiful voices at an intimate songwriter’s circle.

Classical enthusiasts can indulge in The Erda Ensemble, championing the brilliance of women composers through chamber music for mezzosoprano, flute and harp, whilst St Stephen’s Church hosts two standout concerts, including Mendelssohn’s Elijah with South Dulwich Chorus, and an evocative solo performance spanning musical eras by award-winning cellist Pablo Tejedor-Gutiérrez.

Talks and drama make a big impact! Picturehouse brings the iconic 90s cult classic Pulp Fiction to Outdoor Cinema, with a prescreen discussion from acclaimed author and broadcaster Miranda Sawyer. Comedian and broadcaster Robin Ince leads a panel on neurodivergence and culture, Storytelling for Grown-Ups comes from the iconic Crick Crack

Club, and cutting-edge theatre company The Factory presents Shakespeare’s Cymbeline. Dust off your laughing gear as Radio 4’s Mark Steel headlines a stand-up night at Dulwich Hamlet’s Comedy Club, joined by Arthur Smith, Andre Vincent, Micah Hall and Kate Chekka.

Families have a multitude of creative fun at their feet. The Papercat Children’s Bookshop presents Stories and Pictures for under-7s, while older children will love dancing at the Family Silent Disco and marvelling at the beatboxing skills of SK Shlomo. Award-winning comedy for all ages comes from Olaf Falafel’s Stupidest Super Stupid Show.

Slow the pace and reconnect with nature and the neighbourhood. Wildlife walks explore everything from bats at dusk to birds at dawn, while wellbeing events include Kirtan Chanting from the Heart and a Storytelling Supper Club. History lovers can step inside 400 years of history at Christ’s Chapel, explore the Dulwich Through the Ages Walk, uncover stories of East Dulwich’s historic beer houses, or join a Railway Tour from Herne Hill to Sydenham Hill.

Literature and ideas take centre stage, with Katja Hoyer examining Weimar Germany and bee expert Dave Goulson revealing the remarkable world of Britain’s bee species. Neurologist Dr Suzanne O’Sullivan explores our culture of diagnosis, journalist Katie Prescott unpacks the story of Mike Lynch, and Liam Byrne MP reflects on the global rise of populism. Prepare to be hungry as food writer Georgina Hayden celebrates her new book MEDesque.

Visual art sits at the heart of Dulwich Festival. Visitors can join Dulwich Picture Gallery Director Jennifer Scott for an early-morning tour of the Collection, explore the political motivations of Banksy with The Arts Society Dulwich, or watch British Ghanaian artist Kwesi Awotwi present his film Tree of Roots. Heavy Pencil brings creative communities together for live art to music with illustrators Andrew Rae and Chrissie Macdonald. Alongside this creative line-up, the hotly awaited Artists’ Open House sees artists across eight postcodes opening their homes, studios and shared spaces to the public. This year marks the largest Open House yet, with more than 500 artists participating. Jo De Pear’s Sea Fan — echoing themes of renewal and optimism — has been selected for the prestigious 2026 catalogue cover.

Dulwich Festival continues its Creative Communities work throughout the year. In 2025, ticket holders donated £2,836.80 to support arts engagement across the neighbourhood. Find out more in the Event Guide and please consider donating when purchasing tickets.

Tickets go on sale 1 April. Visit www.dulwichfestival.co.uk to explore the events and start planning your festival.

SE22 Councillors

Councillor James.McAsh | James.McAsh@southwark.gov.uk | @mcash

The Issues That Land

In A Councillor’s Inbox

When I speak to people in Goose Green, I’m often asked what councillors actually do. It’s a good question. Some parts of the role are very visible – attending community events or speaking to residents on the street. But much of the work is quieter and happens behind the scenes, dealing with the steady stream of issues raised by residents. In a typical week that might include a report of fly-tipping, a request for a new bin, concerns about speeding on a residential street, and a housing problem that needs pushing with the council or a housing association.

A lot of people raise concerns about the local environment: dog waste, fly-tipping, and trees that need cutting back. Bins are an interesting one. In the same week I might get one resident asking for a new bin on a corner where litter collects, and another asking for a bin to be removed because it attracts fly-tipping.

In our area, road safety is a big concern. There are a few streets in the neighbourhood where speeding is a problem, and others which have become rat-runs for people trying to avoid main roads. In each case, it makes streets less safe and less pleasant – especially for children. I try to find solutions that work, but there are often trade-offs.

Parking comes up too, and again this divides opinion. Some streets are full of residents who want parking controls, whereas people on some streets love that they can park for free. As your councillor, my job is to listen to residents and weigh up these competing views. We should find compromises that everyone can accept, whilst always prioritising safety and access for local businesses.

The trickiest cases concern housing. Too many of our neighbours live in overcrowded housing, or face issues with damp and mould. The council’s repairs service has failed many residents, and housing associations are often not much better. These are the cases where I have to push the hardest – but they are also the ones that matter most. Everyone deserves a safe and secure home. Casework takes up a huge amount of time. I’m proud to have one of the highest casework records in the borough, dealing with hundreds of resident issues each year. If you ever need anything, please let me know on: James.McAsh@southwark.gov.uk

Finally, you may have seen that I recently left the Labour Party and am now serving as a Green Party councillor. It was not a decision I took lightly after many years in Labour, but I believe it is the right step for me and for representing our community. I try not to make this column too political, so I won’t say any more – but feel free to get in touch if you want to know more.

What's On - April

Friday 24 April: The Creative

Arts Club: Art for All

10am-12.30pm. Box of Delights – Hand Painted Designs. Paint a wooden box with patterns inspired by nature and the beautiful free work of British artists such as Eric Ravilious, Roger Fry and Vanessa Bell. Artists such as the “Bloomsbury Group” did not confine their art to canvas – they painted their homes, their furniture, they designed ceramics, fabrics, rugs and book covers. We will look at ways that artists use nature and pattern. You will be given a specially prepared wooden box to paint with designs of your choice, in hardwearing waterbased paints. No experience necessary and all materials and refreshments will be provided. But please bring an apron! www.bellhouse.co.uk.

Bell House, 27 College Road, Dulwich, SE21 7BG.

Friday

24 April:

Nancy Kerr, James Fagan & Tim van Eyken 7pm-11pm

Brilliant actor-musician Tim van Eyken (melodeon, voice, guitar) and celebrated AngloAustralian duo Nancy Kerr & James Fagan (fiddle, bouzouki and voices) reunite! Together they make wonderful music ranging from gentle harmonies to full high-energy dance tunes, from old ballads to brilliant contemporary compositions. Supports are local duo Sarah Lloyd & Ian Kennedy, who sing mainly traditional folk songs, with lovely harmonies, and Sophia Lyons, who has a beautiful voice, sings unaccompanied, and comes to our Singarounds. £18 advanced, £20 on the door (cash or BACS only). For more information about the artists, the evening, the Goose and tickets: www.thegooseisout.com

The Ivy House, 40 Stuart Road, Nunhead, SE15 3BE.

Friday

24

April: Mid-Week Magic Cooking Class

11am-2pm. Join me for a fun and delicious cooking class where you’ll learn how to create flavour-packed mid-week meals that are take the stress out of family dinners. Full of flavour and great ingredients, these meals are bound to become favourites. After the demo, you’ll sit down to enjoy a wholesome lunch featuring the dishes you’ve just learned to make and take home a recipe booklet of what we've made.

Herbie's Kitchen, 5 Woodhall Drive, SE21 7HJ Book via www.eventbrite.co.uk

Saturday 25 April: Fruit & Vegetable Growing Basics Workshop 10.30am-1.30pm

Wherever you are growing your fruit and vegetables, whether that's in your garden or vegetable plot, or in containers on your balcony, there's always a lot to do for the urban food grower. This practical workshop will start by looking at some general food-growing basics with an emphasis on 'low-maintenance' food growing. Students will then be taken through some seasonal practical tasks. We'll also look at how to compost and make your own growing mediums, and at how to use renewable, recyclable resources and organic practices. If weather and time allow there will also be a tour of a low-maintenance allotment plot and we'll discuss some of the traditional and lesstraditional methods people use when growing fruit and vegetables. Workshops held on Saturday in our Rosendale Allotments classroom with a maximum of 12 students. Cost: £55. Bring gloves and a strong shopping bag to take your pots home with you.

https://londonschoolofhorticulture.co.uk.

Rosendale Allotments, 227 Rosendale Road, West Dulwich, SE21 8LP.

HartBeeps

Mondays at Christ Church, 263 Barry Road, East Dulwich, SE22 0JT. Mondays 10am Happy House, 11.15am Baby Beeps & 12.30pm Baby Bells.. http://hartbeeps.com

Family Space

Free, creative workshops that take place on the last Saturday of the month at the South London Gallery, 6567 Peckham Road. For children aged 5-12 years old with their parents and carers. Drop-in, no need to book. www.southlondongallery.org

Little Superhero Training

Practice your Superhero moves! Discover Superhero fun facts! Any Little Heroes, Boys and Girls aged 2 - 5, Come along for a FREE taster session. Mondays & Fridays (term time only) St Barnabas Parish Hall, 23 Dulwich Village, SE21 7BT. Contact Lucy 07813 791757 | lucy@littleherocompany.com www.littleherocompany.com

Mini Athletics (SE London)

Winning the gold medal for children’s sports classes! Start your child’s fantastic journey in athletic development, designed for toddlers up to children of 7 years old. All through a fun play-based format. To try us out, contact Sam: 07811787153 | smcdermott@miniathletics.com www.miniathletics.com

Nature Makers

Eco-friendly crafting for little creatives! Join our awardwinning classes & events, where your child can get creative, connect with nature, and have fun in a safe, welcoming environment! Contact: marie@nature-makers.co.uk or visit: www.nature-makers.co.uk

Tennis-4-Kids

Learn young, have fun. Rally around for a smashing time. Serving ages 3-11. Rackets supplied; fun guaranteed. Gordon 07877 391005 | www.tennis-4-kids.com | gordonwood@hotmail.co.uk

‘Unicornios y Dinosaurios’

Fun and interactive Spanish language play classes, for children aged 0-5, and their parents and carers. Thursdays mornings (term-time only) in East Dulwich. Suitable for all levels of Spanish! Contact Hazel on 07852 553 239 or hazelcarr@ hotmail.com.

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The Last Word with Kate McIntosh

I'm Kate, a graduate of Leith's School of Food & Wine and native Aussie. I have run a health food business, worked in food marketing, contributed to cookbooks, and taught cooking for the last 20 years. I am a mum of two teenagers, a fond entertainer and very much a herb & spice girl who loves real, unfussy, flavourful food that makes you feel good. I run cooking classes (Herbie’s Kitchen) in my mid-century house in Dulwich, and take foodie tours to India, Turkey and Morocco.

How long have you lived in the area?

I've lived in Dulwich for 10 years

What brought you here?

After many years in Clapham and a stint home in Sydney, Dulwich was the perfect place to land with young children.

What has changed most during that time? Having a great butcher in the village!

What do you most value about the area?

It's quiet and peaceful near Dulwich Woods, while having great access to the village, and to town via train from Sydenham Hill station.

The one thing you couldn’t do without?

My amazing kitchen (with my family in it!)

Describe your perfect weekend

Yoga, long walks in Dulwich Woods with my husband and our dog. Definitely a few hours in the kitchen, maybe some recipe testing - and a big gathering of children and friends in the garden long into the evening.

Where are you to be found on Saturday? Borough market, or Lordship Lane closer to home.

What is your favourite place to eat?

At home, when I cook for family and friends.

The best meal I’ve ever had..

It's hard to choose, but a recent degustation at Anglo Thai, Marylebone was sensational.

Your favourite place to go for a drink?

The Crown & Greyhound in Dulwich Village with local friends and our dogs.

The book I’m reading at the moment..

The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny, by Kiran Desai. With my tour to North India in planning stages for January 2027 I love to read as much as I can (fiction and non) about/set in where I am travelling to.

My perfect holiday..

Is somewhere I can go and experience amazing culture and food (and soak up some sun). Ideally self-catering to be able to cook with local produce.

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