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Help us, help you: keeping staff at the Royal Borough of Greenwich safe

No one should have to accept violence, aggression or discrimination as part of their job.

Even over the bank holiday period, many of the staff at the Royal Borough of Greenwich continue to work to provide essential services to our residents.

The council does not tolerate members of the public treating our staff with violence, aggression and discrimination.

Help make sure the Royal Borough of Greenwich remains a place where staff feel safe and are respected. Help us, help you.

Read the Zero Tolerance to Violence, Aggression and Discrimination Charter: royalgreenwich.gov.uk/zero-tolerance

Easter bank holiday bin collections

Your bin collection days may change over the Easter period. Residents can check their revised collection dates below.

With fewer crews available during the bank holiday, collections may take slightly longer than usual. Updates will be shared on social media and the council’s WhatsApp channel if there are delays in specific areas. Residents can follow updates here: royalgreenwich.gov. uk/follow-whatsapp

If a bin has not been emptied as expected following the bank holiday, there is no need to report it. Collections will be caught up as soon as possible during the following week. Thank you for your patience and understanding, and happy Easter to those celebrating.

Friday 3 April – Good Friday

Normal collections resume Monday 13 April. Clinical collections are not affected.

Have a greener Easter

Wondering what to do with your Easter egg packaging?

• Recycle all cardboard boxes and card in your blue top bin.

• Do the ‘scrunch test’ - if foil stays in a ball, it can be recycled. If it springs back, it can’t.

• Look for Easter eggs with minimal packaging if you can. Find more recycling tips: royalgreenwich.gov.uk/what-to-recycle

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Pick of the Week

by Evie Flynn

CRAFTERNOONS

AT WOOLWICH WORKS

Easter ‘Crafternoon’ sessions are coming to Woolwich Works from 7 – 10 April, with tickets just £3 per child. Woolwich Works are hosting Easter fun for the whole family with a range of spring-inspired arts and craft activities. Choose from making bouncing bunnies, beautiful bonnets, daffodils or Easter Eggs in a supervised session. Crafternoons are designed to be simple and accessible, to be completed at your own pace - super fast or you can grab a drink and take your time.

Date: 7 – 10 April

Time: Sessions at 2pm, 3pm or 4pm

Location: The Fireworks Factory, 11 No. 1 Street, Royal Arsenal, London, SE18 6HD

Tickets: £3, book online at www.woolwichworks.com

FREE EASTER TRAIL AROUND THE GREENWICH PENINSULA

This Easter, Greenwich Peninsula are hosting an Easter trail through the businesses and green spaces in the area. The whole family are invited to explore and create together with a series of riddles, sketches, creative selfies and hidden details along the way. Families can collect a map from Firepit Art Gallery & Studio before embarking on a trail capturing public art, riverside paths and local landmarks. At each stop, there will be a challenge to complete and children can collect stamps and sweet surprises along the way.

Date: 12 April – 3 May

Time: 10am – 5pm

Location: Firepit Art Gallery and Studios CIC, Ground Floor, Retail Unit, 10 Cutter Ln, London SE10 0XX

Tickets: Free, no booking required

Easter activities at the Brunel Museum

UPCYCLING FLOWER MAKING WORKSHOP:

Using newspapers and recycled materials, families can create colourful upcycled flowers while learning about the decorative arts and creativity of the French Revolution period. As the last opportunity to see their French Revolution display, the workshops will run daily during the Easter holidays and offer a free drop-in activity included in general admission.

Date: 28 March – 12 April

Time: 10:30am – 3:30pm

Location: Brunel Museum, Railway Ave, London SE16 4LF

Tickets: Free, no ticket required

FAMILY SPRING TRAIL:

Perfect for young explorers, pick up your watering can, activity sheet and follow an exciting spring trail around the Brunel Museum.

Along the way children can discover nature hints, fun challenges and fascinating historic facts about the Brunel Tunnel and the local Rotherhithe area.

Date: 28 March – 12 April

Time: 10:30am – 3:30pm

Location: Brunel Museum, Railway Ave, London SE16 4LF

Tickets: Free, no ticket required

PEOPLE POWER!

The Cutty Sark DLR station reopened on March 23, bringing residents and visitors right back into the heart of Greenwich for the first time in nearly 10 months. Transport for London (TfL) closed the station at the end of May last year in order to replace its “increasingly unreliable” escalators as well as to give the transport hub a general facelift.

The improved DLR station also contains a new lift, a raised ceiling above the two upper escalators, upgraded safety features and brand new artwork celebrating the history and heritage of Greenwich, created in collaboration with Visit Greenwich.

Greenwich residents Kairn Tearle, Maureen O’Mara and Rachael Oakley launched the Escalate Now campaign in late 2024 in order to put pressure on TfL to replace the aging escalators.

The campaign group were “very happy” to see the station open again and the escalators replaced. They congratulated TfL on the work it had done.

Maureen said: “We’re particularly pleased because we do think that the reopening of the Cutty Sark DLR was

“People power” has been praised for pushing through the refurbishment of a DLR station after it reopened with new escalators, a new lift and artwork celebrating Greenwich history, writes Cameron Blackshaw, Local Democracy Reporter

really down to people power. Promises were made that the escalators and lifts were going to be replaced, but we can’t just rely on promises.

“We ran our campaign in order to put extra pressure on TfL and it was a campaign that was supported by 3,500 customers. It was a passenger-led campaign.”

The Escalate Now group has since turned its attention to the Greenwich and Woolwich foot tunnels, campaigning to have their faulty lifts replaced. Greenwich Council confirmed in December that both tunnels would be undergoing a “full regeneration”.

Ellie Brown is the owner of Greenwich Fitness & Pilates and has her studio in Greenwich Market. She said

the Cutty Sark closure had been “really detrimental” to businesses in Greenwich town centre.

Ellie said: “It is so fantastic to see it open. It’s perfect timing with all the tourists coming into Greenwich, and it’s lovely now walking past and seeing everyone walking in and out. It’s been long overdue and we are over the moon that it’s open.”

DLR users Tom Keen and Mia Gaulton were “so pleased” to see the station open again. Tom said: “We used to live together in Creek Road and this was our closest station so when it closed it was a bit annoying, but it’s so good that it’s open now. It’s just great news.”

Mia added: “It just makes such a difference I think, especially now

having the escalators. This is exciting, and we’re excited because last year at the marathon it was a bit chaotic and they shut the station.

“Hopefully this year, because we love to watch it, [the station being open again] will be really handy.”

The London Marathon starts on Blackheath and is seen as one of the major events in the Greenwich calendar.

Greenwich Council’s Cabinet Member for Climate Action, Sustainability and Transport, Cllr Calum O’Byrne Mulligan, said TfL would be running the new escalators at a quicker speed on marathon day to get more spectators and runners through to the start line.

He said: “I think it’s absolutely

fantastic that Greenwich has the gateway we deserve. We’ve got a fully refurbished station, four new escalators, a new lift and a wider facelift for the station, things that we’ve been working for for years, all delivered by TfL ahead of schedule and on budget as well.

“It’s incredible. You can see the number of people coming on and off the trains now on day one.

“With the marathon and the new escalators they will be able to run them at a faster speed to be able to get more people through the station safely on what is one of the landmark days for us here in Greenwich.”

Isle of Dogs resident Alicia Loe was “very happy” that the station had reopened. She often had to use the “dingy” Greenwich foot tunnel during the closure whenever she travelled south of the river.

The tunnel’s faulty lifts made it even more difficult for her, especially when pushing a pram containing her young daughter. Alicia said: “I can now get to the park a lot easier and I don’t have to walk across the dingy foot tunnel. It’s good timing all round.”

 Ellie Brown outside Cutty Sark DLR station.

Credit: Cameron Blackshaw

Cody and Beau: a Wild West story of boyhood in 1889

Fresh from an acclaimed run at the Edinburgh and Dundee Fringe, Cody and Beau: A Wild West Story returns for a limited London run at the end of the month. It is a bold reimagining of boyhood and the myths we inherit, writes Michael Holland...

In 1889 Texas, Cody and Beau have one goal: to become cowboys. From the safety of their shared bedroom, gunfights blaze and outlaw legends come alive. But when the boys plot an escape into the desert, the reality of the West proves far more complex than their magazine-fed fantasies.

Created and performed by lifelong friends, this is an electrifying two-hander set in the heart of 1889 Texas. From inside the four walls of their bedroom, you are drawn into Cody and Beau’s vivid imaginations, where gunfights erupt and cowboy legends spring to life. Here, anything seems possible. But when the boys craft an elaborate

plan to escape their lives in Texas and chase the outlawin’ dream, what awaits them in the desert is not as expected.

A ride toward freedom soon unfolds into a heartfelt exploration of masculinity and friendship, all while confronting the divisions rooted within the darker chapters of America’s history.

Dylan Kaeuper and Will Grice are an Edinburgh based writing/ performer company of two who started their collaboration while in secondary school.

Dylan and Will Theatre is a company driven by a mission to make inventive, actor-led theatre

that surprises, provokes and most importantly, entertains.

Cody and Beau: A Wild West Story was their debut production as collaborators. They set out to create something with an innocent and playful energy, before asking the audience to confront something darker – the Wild West.

Brockley Jack Studio Theatre, 410 Brockley Road, London, SE4 2DH Box office: www.brockleyjack.co.uk or 0333 666 3366

£17, £15 conc; suitable for 13+. (£1.80 fee for phone bookings only)

Dates: Tuesday 21 to Saturday 25 April 2026 at 7.30pm

LTNs go live in Greenwich - what you need to know

A contentious LTN scheme in Greenwich has come into effect permanently last week , writes Cameron Blackshaw, Local Democracy Reporter...

The West and East Greenwich Neighbourhood Management Scheme went live on Thursday (March 26) with minor modifications made by Greenwich Council following resident feedback.

The scheme aims to reduce traffic and improve air quality in two residential areas in Greenwich by preventing motorists from travelling through the neighbourhoods at peak commuting times via the implementation of an LTN in each area.

Camera enforced modal filters issue drivers with Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) if they are picked up between 7am to 10am and from 3pm to 7pm on weekdays. Greenwich Council has made minor modifications to the scheme following resident feedback, such as providing Blue Badge holders with up to two vehicle permits.

The council has also renewed eligible N1 permits that allow vehicles to drive through the LTNs at restricted times. Residential permits have been renewed for an additional 18 months, and business permits another 12.

The timed restriction at the junction of Royal Hill and Greenwich South Street has been removed, and an eastbound one-way restriction between Greenwich South Street and Brand Street has been implemented.

A number of modal filters—the cameras which pick up vehicles travelling through LTN areas and issue PCN changes when necessary—have been relocated in the West Greenwich area:

• Royal Hill at its junction with Royal Place, relocated to Royal Place at its junction with Royal Hill

• Circus Street at its junction with Royal Hill, relocated to Hyde Vale at its junction with Royal Hill

• Royal Hill junction at its junction with Prior Street, relocated to Point Hill at its junction with Royal Hill

• Winforton Street at its junction with Point Hill, relocated to Winforton Street at its junction with Blissett Street

Because of these modal filter changes, the council has announced a minimum four-week “grace

period” in West Greenwich, during which warning letters will be issued instead of fines. PCNs will continue as normal in East Greenwich.

Greenwich Council has also committed to installing additional signs near the LTN areas to further aid understanding, and letters have been sent to residents and businesses in the West Greenwich area to outline the changes.

Cllr Calum O’Byrne Mulligan, the council’s Cabinet Member for Climate Action, Sustainability and Transport, said: “We’re making the scheme permanent because it has delivered meaningful results, reducing rat running and overall traffic levels, improving air quality and making substantial improvements in road safety.

“The purpose of this project is not to raise money, but to make our residential streets safer, quieter and our air cleaner. That’s why, to help drivers understand these tweaks, we will initially issue letters of information rather than PCNs in the West area.”

It was revealed at last week’s full council meeting that over 100,000 PCNs had been issued as part of the scheme so far. Of these, 32,109 PCNs were issued to vehicles registered in Greenwich, while 75,945 PCNs were issued to vehicles registered outside of the borough.

The scheme has seen its fair share of controversy since Greenwich Council launched the trial in 2024, with residents throughout the borough both for and against the implementation of LTNs.

Those in favour were generally those living within the LTN areas who felt roads had become safer for pedestrians and cyclists. Those opposed tended to be residents who lived outside the scheme areas, particularly in Charlton, who believed the traffic restrictions had just pushed the traffic onto their roads instead.

Greenwich Council moved to make the scheme permanent after it found it had improved road safety, increased walking and cycling, decreased

traffic throughout the entire area by 6 per cent and slightly improved air quality in the LTN zones.

The council has committed to take forward mitigation measures for areas that have “not experienced those same benefits”.

Cllr O’Byrne Mulligan added: “With the scheme becoming permanent we are also now able to progress

mitigations for boundary areas who haven’t seen all of the same benefits that we’ve experienced within the area of the scheme.

“Detailed feasibility studies are under way for measures to improve crossings and address through traffic in Charlton, as well as in parts of East and West Greenwich. When, in the near future, that is complete we plan to formally consult on plans with local residents.”

 Cllr Calum O’Byrne Mulligan speaking at a full meeting of Greenwich Council on September 24. Credit: Cameron Blackshaw.

 An LTN sign in Blackheath, Greenwich. Credit: Cameron Blackshaw

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Greenwich Council to invest nearly £400,000 into hospice care

The Royal Borough of Greenwich will invest £389,000 into improving the facilities at the Community Hospice, writes Tom Appleby...

The investment will create a more comfortable and supportive environment for patients who are receiving end-of-life care.

The new measures include refurbishing rooms with en suites, redesigning the reception area, and introducing more natural light and garden access.

As well as improving patients’ experiences, the project will focus on improving employees’ working conditions, and a wellbeing hub will

be established to help staff relax and recuperate in-between shifts.

The plan will be financed by local developers after a consultation with staff, volunteers and patients at the hospice.

There will be a strong emphasis on sustainability, and in particular, limiting energy use and running costs to channel more resources into patient care.

The development also aims to

create a more inclusive environment to reflect the diverse community of Greenwich, ensuring that all cultures are welcome and all ways of grieving are respected.

Aneta Saunders, deputy chief executive at the Community Hospice, said: “As a charity, partnerships like this make a real difference, allowing us to improve our buildings, support our staff, and ensure more local people can access the care they need, when it matters most.”

hailed the investment.

“We know how important it is that residents receive compassionate, high-quality care at the most difficult times in their lives,” he said.

“By investing this funding into the Community Hospice, we’re helping to create a more dignified and supportive environment for patients and their loved ones.”

Local deaf nurse features on CBBC’s Operation Ouch!

A deaf paediatric nurse from University Hospital Lewisham has appeared on the CBBC programme Operation Ouch! Asha Hylton featured on the popular children’s show, which educates young audiences about medicine and biology, writes Tom Appleby...

A TV crew followed Hylton in the Paediatric Emergency Department for a day and filmed her crucial role in the hospital.

They showed the tools and communication methods she uses, such as an adaptive stethoscope, sign language interpreters, lipreading and assistive technology.

Asha said: “I had a great time filming on Operation Ouch! I’m proud to represent LGT [the Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust] as a deaf paediatric nurse.

“There are many colleagues in the NHS who have disabilities, and it’s important that I can speak up and show them that it

is possible, it can be done with the right support and access.

“I’m passionate about caring for children and young people, and many colleagues like me use adaptive technology and sign language to provide excellent care every day.”

The NHS Trust clearly values her vital contribution to the services they provide.

“Congratulations to Asha,” it said, “We are proud of the exceptional work you do every day.”

The episode is available now on BBC iPlayer Operation Ouch! - Series 14: 9. What a Rollercoaster! - BBC iPlayer.

Councillor Mariam Lolavar, Cabinet Member for Health, Adult Social Care and Borough of Sanctuary, also

Neil Rhind and his last book

Mary Mills

I have just received a copy of a new book, which is sort of by the late Neil Rhind - in that it is an edited work based on notes he left for a proposed book.

So who was Neil and why am I about to go on at length about this book? It has been produced by the Blackheath Society as a memorial. He was a local historian researching and writing about Blackheath and its numerous residents over the years. As he gathered more and more information he began to catalogue it and gradually published works based on it. He described not only the area and its buildings in an enormous amount of detail but also wrote about the people who had lived in them. He published many books and pamphlets, but what stands out are his three encyclopaedic works on Blackheath: The Village and Blackheath Vale. 1973

Wricklemarsh and the Cator Estate, Kidbrooke, Westcombe and the Angerstein encroachment. 1983

Blackheath in Lewisham Parish.

Blackheath in Lee Parish. 2020

He had done the notes for the fourth volume which was to be about the outskirts of Greenwich and Blackheath, but died before he’d even begun to put it together. It is called ‘Blackheath in South West Greenwich’ defined, by Neil, as ‘Blackheath slopes’. I must admit some reservations about that and I would define it as ’posh Greenwich’ – covering Crooms Hill, Gloucester Circus and the like. Over the past years my own historical research has taken me there often enough, so perhaps it’s ‘interesting old Greenwich’, and why not?

I first met Neil in 1969 when I moved to Greenwich and had a very short term job with Greenwich Theatre in its first few weeks. Neil was working as a journalist and was in and out of theatre every day – doing write ups of this and that for them. I thought he was funny

and a bit different from some other writers in the press. Apparently 1969, that same year, was when he began his work on the social and architectural development of Blackheath.

As well as the research and the books he undertook a great of community activity in Blackheath. He was president of the Blackheath Society and involved in Blackheath Preservation from the 1970s. He also worked closely with the Greenwich Society and was involved in many campaigns on buildings like Blackheath Concert Halls for instance, and the Blackheath Art Club. All of which I’ve written about and hopefully have given due credit for the work he did. I understood that he disapproved of people like me, involved with the Council - I was not really forgiven.

He also achieved some honours when people began to realise how much

he’d done and how hard he’d worked. He was a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries and an Honorary Fellow of Goldsmiths College and most of all a Freeman of the Borough of Greenwich.

The new book has been put together from his notes by John Coulter and Julian Watson. Julian was the Greenwich Local History Librarian for many years - and he’s been a great support to me as I am sure he was to Neil. The typeset, the layout and artwork and so on has been done by Rob Powell.

I know only too well the years of hard work an encyclopaedic book like this takes. You start off with the local authority rate books which list out every property and every resident householder. They are only too difficult sometimes to read and only enlivened with small bits of scandal. Basically they are just lists over and

 Neil Rhind - in Blackheath

 Blackheath dub station one of the many sites Neil helped me with

over, year after year of properties and residents. There are often difficulties with trying to work out the relationship of what is in the rate books with what you find on the map. Half the time they seem to be in random order – I remember my desperation trying to sort out entries on the Peninsula riverside. At least with the sort of streets which Neil dealt with there is usually some form of house numbering. In early 19th century Greenwich the rate books must have been looked after by a parish official who I’ve come across several times and mentioned with his picture - John Bicknell. I’m very grateful to Neil to see in the book the story of Bicknell’s mother, Sabrina; who was a young girl taken over two men who want to train her to become the perfect wife. She married somebody else in the end.

So congratulations for the sheer hard work of going through the rate books and then it’s on to the commercial directories and to correlate them with the rate books, and it might be all a bit boring – but there’s going to be an

MY BOOKS – CURRENTLY AVAILABLE

By Dr Mary Mills

awful lot of it to do. Of course these days you’re going to find big websites full of family history information - far more than you could ever want.

I ought to make a few comments about the contents of the book - which is absolutely fine. I am likely to make fussy and pernickety comments about issues of no interest to the general reader. One thing is that I’m extremely unsure why this book – which is actually about Greenwich - claims to be about Blackheath. It goes right the way down to Gloucester Circus which is down the hill and not really on the slopes of anything. Also the book does not really take on the various caverns and chalk extraction sites which that area is well known for. Although of course other people have taken this on in detail.

There are several entries here which relate to varies people or issues I consulted him about and I’m a bit surprised that some of details are not included. For example William Joyce in Diamond Terrace where

n THE EARLY EAST LONDON GAS INDUSTRY: HOW IT BEGAN AND HOW IT HELPED LONDON INDUSTRIES TO GROW. The gas industry in early 19th century London - all the incompetence and all the scandals. Also explores how gas industry waste products were taken up and used by other industries. £15

n GEORGE LIVESEY - A BIOGRAPHY. The life of South London’s maverick 19th century gas works manager, who forced the privately owned industry to work in partnership with the public and with its workforce. There is nothing in the industry he didn’t change. This is about a man who wanted to change society – but in 1889 got it very wrong. £10. Illustrated. £15

n SHIPBUILDING IN GREENWICH – A shortish run through those who built ships in our borough and what they built on. It covers two Royal Dockyards, to those who built single sailing barges, and those who built into the 1990s. £10

n THE GREENWICH RIVERSIDE – UPPER WATERGATE TO ANGERSTEIN. A siteby-site description of the Greenwich Riverside between Deptford to Charlton. This is not yet another description of Royal Greenwich but looks at riverside communities, industries and river workers – as well less known site histories. £15

n THE INDUSTRIES OF DEPTFORD CREEK. A siteby-site description of this amazingly busy Creekside between its mouth with the Thames and the Lewisham border. It includes industries of national importance, from the medieval to electronics pioneers - and the downright quirky. £15

n GREENWICH PENINSULA - GREENWICH MARSH. A HISTORY OF AN INDUSTRIAL HEARTLAND. This is a rewrite of my all-time bestseller Greenwich Marsh, to include the Dome. It describes the history of the Marsh and the industries which grew up there in the 19th century, including Enderby Wharf and the telecommunications revolution, as well as the amazing gas works and much else. £10

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he’s noted Joyce’s father, Jeremiah, but failed to say that William was a ship builder who built the first iron steam ship in Greenwich. Neil also gave me a lot of information about Joyce’s Diamond Terrace house, his tenure there and other details, none of which is included in the book - which I think is a great pity.

Another strange omission is where he has listed a father and son with just names and no information. Both are in DNB which he has noted and the son well known to most Greenwich historians for achievements also not noted.

Why not? I had consulted Neil about this family several times because among other things I thought they had a different earlier address but also issues around schools, neighbours

and so on. I know therefore that he knew a lot about them – so why only single line entries here?

But this is all very trivial stuff and I don’t want anybody to think that I’m criticising the book overall. Nothing’s ever perfect and there is so much more here which really is very, very good.

It isn’t the sort of book you sit down with and have a good read. It’s more a book of reference or at least it will be for many people. I mean, nerds like me will read our way through it and criticise it as too short. But for almost everyone it will be a very, very interesting book to look at and enjoy.

It makes an important contribution to the history of Greenwich – and note I say Greenwich here. Like everyone involved I want to say

good things about Neil and his work and his dedication. So thank you for this work – and for help and support over the years.

I’m not sure if I’m allowed to advertise in Weekender but the book will be available for purchase in Blackheath at the Bookshop on the Heath, Waterstones, and at future Blackheath Society events. It costs £25.

I have written this review at super fast speed. I got my first look at the book late yesterday – worked all evening and have woken up after the time I promised to send it to Weekender.

I hope this all makes sense and also explains why I think this book is so important and that learning about the historians is almost as important as the history.

 John Bicknell Greenwich parish offIcial looked after the ratebbooks Neil used

At The Heart Of The Community

Oracy Cup winners enjoy memorable Charlton experiences

Winners of the Oracy Cup, delivered in partnership by Charlton Athletic Community Trust (CACT) and Equalitas, enjoyed a range of memorable Charlton experiences as part of their prizes for this year’s inaugural competition.

The Oracy Cup gave pupils aged 9-15 from primary and secondary schools across Greenwich, Bexley and Kent the opportunity to submit audio entries featuring a spoken piece on a topic of their choice, with the task designed to develop confidence, communication and teamwork through speaking and listening. After working on and refining their ideas in the classroom, more than 220 submissions were received from over 50 schools.

Following a judging process at The Valley, a number of standout pupils were selected to receive exclusive Charlton-themed experiences. The nominations were assessed by a panel of CACT, club and Equalitas staff, along with expert insight on sports commentary from Charlotte Richardson and Dickie Davis.

First-place winners enjoyed a special matchday experience at The Valley, joining the club’s communications team in the press box for the club’s game against Norwich City, as well as attending manager Nathan Jones’ post-match press conference. Meanwhile, second-place winners were invited to the club’s training ground, where they too met Jones, alongside forward Miles Leaburn, and had the opportunity to ask questions alongside the communications team in a unique press conference setting ahead of the match.

Third-place winners were treated to a behind-the-scenes CharltonTV production day at The Valley. After a tour of the stadium, they met presenter Charlotte Richardson, who was joined by women’s team players Carla Humphrey and

Elisha N’Dow, as well as manager Karen Hills, offering a memorable insight into the world of sports media and broadcasting.

Across the three prize categories, 18 pupils from a range of participating schools were rewarded for their efforts, reflecting the high standard of entries received this year.

David James, CACT’s Director of Education and Sport, said: “The response from schools across south-east London and Kent was hugely positive, as were the high-quality entries from young people. We’ve been enthused by the appetite to focus on oracy and the expertise of Equalitas, along with the unique Charlton experiences, ensured that the competition was a huge success”.

ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - SECTION 14(1)

EAGLESFIELD ROAD PLANNED ROAD CLOSURE (ORDER)

1. The Royal Borough of Greenwich makes this Order in exercise of powers under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. This is to facilitate works by Trident Utilities and Civils Ltd who need to install new ducting for electric mains.

2. The Order will come into operation on 06/04/26 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 7 days. The duration of the Order can be extended with the approval of the Secretary of State for Transport.

3. The effect of the Order would be to temporarily prohibit vehicles from entering, exiting, proceeding, or waiting (including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading), in Eaglesfield Road at the junction with Shooters Hill.

4. Whilst the Order is in operation traffic will be diverted via the placing of the appropriate signage. Prohibitions remain in force; pedestrians are not affected, and vehicle access will be maintained wherever possible.

5. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.

6. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.

7. Queries concerning these works should be directed to the Royal Borough of Greenwich’s Directorate of Regeneration, Enterprise & Skills on 020 8921 6340.

Ryan Nibbs Assistant Director, Transport. The Woolwich Centre, 35 Wellington Street, SE18 6HQ

Dated: 03/02/26

INTERNAL REF: PL /LA 498246 FN 884 / Lic. No: 75764

ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - Section 14(1) EASTMOOR STREET PLANNED ROAD CLOSURE (ORDER)

1. The Royal Borough of Greenwich intends to make this Order in exercise of powers under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. This is to facilitate works by Hutchinson 3G Limited who need to carry out upgrades of existing antennas with rigging and testing.

2. The Order will come into operation on 21/04/2026 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed by 23/04/2026. The duration of the Order can be extended with the approval of the Secretary of State for Transport.

7. Queries concerning these works should be directed to the Royal Borough of Greenwich Directorate of Communities and Environment and Central via email to street.works@royalgreenwich.gov.uk

Ryan Nibbs Assistant Director, Transport. The Woolwich Centre, 35 Wellington Street, SE18 6HQ

INTERNAL REF -EM/XJ007GWH011-PGN-MWP-03/LIC No 75844/LA 497759/FN 890

ROYAL BOROUGH OF GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1)

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES FOR MAINTENANCE AND ABNORMAL LOADS – VARIOUS ROADS

1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the Royal Borough of Greenwich intends to make an Order to facilitate highway safety and to enable the safe passage of abnormal loads under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.

2. The effect of the Order would be to:

(a) temporarily prohibit vehicles from entering, exiting, proceeding or waiting (including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading) in the following lengths of roads.

(i) Alwold Crescent, both sides, from the western property boundary of No.1 Alwold Crescent to the eastern property boundary of No. 65 Alwold Crescent.

(ii) Armitage Road, both sides, from the southern property boundary of No. 44 Armitage Road to its junction with Lenthorp Road.

(iii) Broad Lawn, both sides, from its eastern property boundary with No. 32 Broad Lawn to its most western extent.

(iv) Brome Road, both sides, for its entire extent.

(v) Congreve Road, both sides, for its entire extent.

(vi) Lovelace Green, both sides, for its entire extent.

(vii) Pallet Way, both sides, for its entire extent.

(viii) Prince Rupert Road, both sides, for its entire extent.

(ix) Shrapnel Road, both sides, for its entire extent.

(x) Stane Way, both sides, for its entire extent.

(xi) Westmount Road, both sides, from the southern property boundary of No. 382 Westmount Road to the northern property boundary of No. 404 Westmount Road.

3. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to persons in connection with the works.

4. The above prohibitions will only apply to such times and such extent as shall be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs and traffic management measures.

5. Whilst the closures are in operation, vehicular access to properties affected by these works would be maintained wherever possible subject to the extent and operations of the works. Alternative routes for diverted vehicles would be available via local roads and would be indicated via local signage.

6. The Order would come into force on Thursday 23rd April 2026 and would continue in force for up to 3 months, or until the works have been completed, whichever is the sooner and may be re-introduced should further works be required.

7. Queries concerning these works should be directed to transportation-admin@royalgreenwich.gov.uk quoting reference 04-26 RBG Elections.

Assistant Director, Transport, Communities, Environment and Central, Royal Borough of Greenwich

Dated 1st April 2026

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ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) HARGOOD ROAD PLANNED ROAD CLOSURE (ORDER)

1. The Royal Borough of Greenwich makes this Order in exercise of powers under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. This is to facilitate works by Thames Water who need to install a new supply.

2. The Order will come into operation on 9th April 2026 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 8 days. The duration of the Order can be extended with the approval of the Secretary of State for Transport.

7. Queries concerning these works should be directed to the Royal Borough of Greenwich Directorate of Communities and Environment and Central via email to street.works@royalgreenwich.gov.uk

Ryan Nibbs Assistant Director, Transport. The Woolwich Centre, 35 Wellington Street, SE18 6HQ

INTERNAL REF - EM/ LA499534 FN895 /LIC No 75890 / 20/02/2026

ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) ROCHESTER WAY PLANNED CYCLE LANE CLOSURE (ORDER)

2. The Order will come into operation on 7th April 2026 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 4 days. The duration of the Order can be extended with the approval of the Secretary of State for Transport.

3. The effect of the Order would be to temporarily prohibit cyclists from entering, proceeding, or waiting (including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading), in the cycle lane on Rochester Way outside 233 -235.

4. Whilst the Order is in operation, no traffic diversion will be required. Cyclists will be required to dismount, as indicated by the placement of appropriate signage. All prohibitions shall remain in force; Pedestrians shall not be affected, and vehicular access will be maintained wherever possible.

7. Queries concerning these works should be directed to the Royal Borough of Greenwich’s Directorate of Communities, Environment and Central.

Ryan Nibbs Assistant Director, Transport.

The Woolwich Centre, 35 Wellington Street, SE18 6HQ

Dated: 27/02/2026

INTERNAL REF - EM/ LA492122 FN892 /LIC No 75928 / 27/02/2026

NOTICE OF APPLICATION

FOR A VARIATION PURSUANT TO SECTION 34 OF THE LICENSING ACT 2003

Notice is given that: JJ & Team Ltd, Suite 201, Moda Business Centre, Sterling Way, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire WD6 2BW, have applied for the Variation of a Premises Licence for the following premises: PIZZA HUT, 39-41 THE VILLAGE, CHARLTON, LONDON SE7 8UG.

A record of this application may be inspected by appointment. Other persons may make representations to the Council on this application by no later than Wednesday 15 April 2026 (last date for making representations). Representations can be made in writing, by email or fax using the contact details above. Representations can only be made on the grounds of one or more of the four licensing objectives, namely:

• Prevention of Crime and Disorder

• Prevention of Public Nuisance

• Public Safety

• Protection of Children from Harm.

Any person who makes a false statement in connection with an application is liable on summary conviction to an unlimited fine.

The following variation to the existing hours for Late Night Refreshment (the provision of hot food &/or hot drink after 11pm) is proposed:

• Sunday to Thursday, 23:00 hours until 01:00 each following day;

• Friday & Saturday, 23:00 hours until 02:00 each following day.

Current hours are until 00:30 daily. The premises will close to the public each day at 00:00 midnight, after which time the provision of LNR will only be by way of Uber and Deliveroo drivers, etc.

TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING ACT 1990 (As amended)

NOTICE UNDER ARTICLE 13 OF APPLICATION FOR PLANNING PERMISSION

Proposed development at: LONDON AND SOUTHEAST COLLEGES GREENWICH, 95 PLUMSTEAD ROAD, WOOLWICH LONDON SE18 7DQ

I Holly Mitchell, give notice that I have applied to RB GREENWICH for planning permission Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 for a material amendment to Planning Permission 21/0585/F, dated 28 April 2022 Demolition of existing buildings and construction of a mixed use, residential (Use Class C3), education (Use Class F.1) and commercial (Use Classes E /F.1/F.2) development together with associated landscaping, play space, access, refuse and recycling storage, car and cycle parking, public realm improvements and associated works.

Any owner of the land or tenant who wishes to make representations about this application should write to: Directorate of Place and Growth, The Woolwich Centre, 5th Floor, 35 Wellington Street, London, SE18 6HQ within 21 days of the date of publication of this notice.

Signed: Holly Mitchell

Date: 01 04 2026

Royal Borough of Greenwich

Town & Country Planning Act 1990 (AS AMENDED) Town & Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (England) Order 2015 Planning (Listed Buildings & Conservation Areas) Act 1990 (AS AMENDED) Planning (Listed Buildings & Conservation Areas) Regulations 1990 (AS AMENDED)

Notice is hereby given that application(s) have been made to The Royal Borough of Greenwich in respect of the under mentioned premises/sites. You can see the submissions and any plans at http://www.royalgreenwich.gov.uk/planning.

If development proposals affect Conservation Areas and/or Statutorily Listed Buildings under the Planning (Listed Building and Conservation Area) Act 1990 (As Amended) this will be shown within the item below.

Anyone who wishes to comment on these applications should be made in writing to Development Planning within 21 days of the date of this notice.

Please quote the appropriate reference number.

Date: 01/04/2026

Victoria Geoghegan

Assistant Director - Planning and Building Control

List of Press Advertisements - 01/04/2026

Publicity for Planning Applications

26/0231/SD

Applicant: NTA Planning LLP

Site Address: 30 HYDE VALE, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8QH

Development: Submission of details pursuant to discharge condition 3b (rainwater goods) and condition 4a (altered electrical wiring and plumbing) of planning permission reference 25/3531/L dated 12/01/2026. [amended description - wrong reference number]

Conservation Area: WEST GREENWICH

Applicant: Lakka Services Limited

26/0418/HD

Site Address: 15 OLD MILL ROAD, LONDON, SE18 1QG

Development: Installation of a permeable driveway and a drop kerb with associated works.

Conservation Area: PLUMSTEAD COMMON

Applicant: Outdoor Modular Spaces Ltd

26/0537/HD

Site Address: 6 EASTBROOK ROAD, KIDBROOKE, LONDON, SE3 8BP

Development: Construction of a Garden Room/Outbuilding to be used as storage and a gym to the rear of property.

Conservation Area: SUN IN THE SANDS

Applicant: Mr Silberman

26/0626/F

Site Address: 70 ST MARGARETS TERRACE, PLUMSTEAD, LONDON, SE18 7RN

Development: Construction of single-storey side infill extension and L-Shaped rear dormer extension to facilitate the change of use of a single family dwelling house (Class C3) to a six bedroom HMO with maximum capacity of six persons (Use Class C4) with associated cycle parking and waste storage.

Conservation Area: ADJACENT TO PLUMSTEAD COMMON

Applicant: Mr Jonathan Nicholson 26/0719/HD

Site Address: 7 EASTBROOK ROAD, KIDBROOKE, LONDON, SE3 8BP

Development: Construction of a single storey side and rear wrap around extension incorporating altered upper level balcony, altered landscaping arrangements to the rear and associated external alterations

Conservation Area: SUN IN THE SANDS

Applicant: Mr Alex Wood 26/0729/HD

Site Address: 16 BEACONSFIELD ROAD, BLACKHEATH, LONDON, SE3 7LZ

Development: Loft conversion incorporating a rear dormer extension and installation of rooflights with associated works.

Conservation Area: WESTCOMBE PARK

Applicant: Cantel Developments

26/0743/F

Site Address: GARAGES, OLD DOVER ROAD, BLACKHEATH, LONDON, SE3 8SY

Development: Demolition of 3 garages and the erection of a 4-bedroomed detached dwelling.

Conservation Area: SUN IN THE SANDS

Applicant: Ms Victoria Harris 26/0788/HD

Site Address: 35 HYDE VALE, LONDON, SE10 8QQ

Development: Construction of an outbuilding ancillary to the dwellinghouse with associated works.

Conservation Area: WEST GREENWICH

Applicant: Bradley Watts

26/0827/HD

Site Address: 30 GUILDFORD GROVE, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8JT

Development: Construction of a part two / part single storey rear extension and a first storey front extension and associated works.

Conservation Area: ASHBURNHAM TRIANGLE

Applicant: Hanif Sulamian 26/0831/F

Site Address: (SITE OF) FORMER THAMES BARRIER STORE, EASTMOOR STREET, (REAR OF) 114-126 WESTMOOR STREET, LONDON, SE7 8NQ

Development: Temporary planning permission is sought to extend planning permission 23/2771/F for the continued use of the building as a restaurant, bar and shisha lounge (Use Class Sui Generis) and retention of the outbuilding for a limited period until 18th May 2031.

Conservation Area: THAMES BARRIER & BOWATER ROAD

Applicant: The John Roan Foundation 26/0832/HD

Site Address: 15 ROYAL PLACE, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8QF

Development: Refurbishment of existing property throughout with minor alterations to the internal floor plans. Works include: • replacement electrics, heating and plumbing, with new kitchen and bathroom fittings and creation of additional bathroom facilities; • all rooms to be redecorated including retention of historic floor boards and installation of new floating flooring. Some openings created in existing partitions and some new partitions created; • existing windows to be refurbished and where deteriorated condition requires replaced with heritage approved visually matching slimline double glazed sashes; • external doors to be replaced to match existing; • water proofing the basement level in a heritage sensitive manner; • enlargement of rear light well and insertion of modest new window opening at lower ground level (existing window pattern unaltered).

Conservation Area: WEST GREENWICH

ROYAL BOROUGH of GREENWICH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1) WOODVILLE CLOSE PLANNED ROAD CLOSURE (ORDER)

1. The Royal Borough of Greenwich makes this Order in exercise of powers under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. This is to facilitate works by Erith Connect LTD who need to install a new service connection.

2. The Order will come into operation on 6th April 2026 and would continue to be valid for 18 months. However, the works are expected to take 3 weeks. The duration of the Order can be extended with the approval of the Secretary of State for Transport.

3. The effect of the Order would be to temporarily prohibit vehicles from entering, proceeding, or waiting (including waiting for the purposes of loading or unloading), in Woodville Close from outside 39 Hervey Road to side of 27 Woodville Close.

4. Whilst the Order is in operation traffic will not need to be diverted as this is a no through road. Prohibitions remain in force; pedestrians are not affected, and vehicle access will be maintained when required.

7. Queries concerning these works should be directed to the Royal Borough of Greenwich’s Directorate of Communities, Environment and Central on 020 8921 6340.

Ryan Nibbs Assistant Director, Transport.

The Woolwich Centre, 35 Wellington Street, SE18 6HQ

Dated: 05/03/2026

INTERNAL REF - EM/ LA500797 FN898 /LIC No 75978 / 05/03/2026

Applicant: The Royal Parks 26/0848/SD

Site Address: GREENWICH PARK, BLACKHEATH AVENUE, GREENWICH, SE10 8QY

Development: Submission of details pursuant to the discharge of Condition 19 (Water Efficiency - Part B) in relation to Planning Permission 19/4305/F, dated 16/12/2019.

Conservation Area: GREENWICH PARK

Applicant: Miss Aderonke Alao 26/0880/HD

Site Address: 63 VICARAGE PARK, LONDON, SE18 7SU

Development: Garage conversion into a habitable space with associated works.

Conservation Area: PLUMSTEAD COMMON

Applicant: Mr Lewis Marshall 26/0916/SD

Site Address: 30 PRIOR STREET, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8SF

Development: Submission of details pursuant to discharge condition 3 (Damp proofing works), condition 4 (Replacement kitchen fireplace) and condition 5 (Replacement materials) of planning permission reference 25/2062/L dated 08/08/2025

Conservation Area: WEST GREENWICH

Applicant: Mr G. S Mann 26/0928/PN2

Site Address: 35-37 MARKET STREET, LONDON, SE18 6QP

Development: Prior Notification is sought for the conversion of an empty building into 6 self contained flats with communal stairs.

Conservation Area: WOOLWICH CONSERVATION AREA

Publicity for Listed Building Consent.

Applicant: LHG Greenwich Ltd 26/0477/L

Site Address: FORMER GREENWICH MAGISTRATES COURT (INCLUDING REAR CAR PARK), 7-9 BLACKHEATH ROAD & 2 GREENWICH HIGH ROAD, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8PE

Development: Removal of lead paint on internal walls, dado rails and window frames and relevant replacement accordingly; replacement of dormer windows and sash window refurbishment throughout. [This application affects the Grade 2 listed "Greenwich Magistrates Court"]

Conservation Area: ASHBURNHAM TRIANGLE

Listed Building: Grade 2

Applicant: Leon Lui 26/0640/L

Site Address: 29 GLOUCESTER CIRCUS, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8RY

Development: Replacement of the front steps with Portland stone

Conservation Area: WEST GREENWICH

Listed Building: Grade 2

Applicant: Acorn Estate Management 26/0780/L

Site Address: NIGHTINGALE HOUSE, CONNAUGHT MEWS, WOOLWICH, LONDON SE18 6SU

Development: Installation of Openreach Full Fibre Infrastructure network (cabling to be channelled using existing ductwork and metal trunking) The proposal will diminimise external visible impact.

Conservation Area: WOOLWICH COMMON

Listed Building: Grade 2

Applicant: Acorn Estate Management 26/0781/L

Site Address: ARTILLERY HOUSE, CONNAUGHT MEWS, WOOLWICH, LONDON, SE18 6SU

Development: Installation of Openreach Full Fibre Infrastructure network (cabling to be

Conservation

Applicant:

Conservation

from the Royal Borough of Greenwich for our residents

What’s on this Easter: free and low-cost family-friendly activities

The Easter holidays may have started, but are you making the most of them? There are a range of free and low-cost activities for the whole family throughout the school holidays.

From free healthy lunches to spring-inspired arts and crafts and Easter egg hunts to all kinds of sports, Royal Greenwich has you covered.

Free holiday meals

Children can pick up a free packed lunch at different libraries and adventure play centres across Royal Greenwich at 12noon.

Find your closest free meal: royalgreenwich.gov.uk/holiday-meals

Holiday Food and Fun

Free holiday club places are available over the Easter break for kids who receive, or are eligible for, benefits-related free school meals. There are clubs all over offering everything from sports and dancing to arts and crafts and cooking. Signup fast as spaces go quick.

Arts and culture events and activities

Find fun for all the family at one of the arts venues in the borough.

The National Maritime Museum is hosting a range of free family activities inspired by the natural world and the museum’s collections, a Sailors’ SENsory Food (SEND session)! As well as these free activities at the National Maritime Museum, there’s so much more for families to discover.

See what’s on: royalgreenwich.gov.uk/ holidayfoodandfun

Woolwich Waves

Make waves in Woolwich at our state-of-theart leisure centre this Easter! Splash into one of three pools, whizz down the slides and test out the new inflatable obstacle course. Tire little ones out at soft play, and why not treat yourself to a spa pamper – while the kids enjoy the creche? Refuel with coffee and snacks at the cafe.

Book an activity at Woolwich Waves: better.org.uk/leisure-centre/london/ greenwich/woolwich-waves

Libraries

Head to your local library to keep the kids entertained with a host of free activities, from Easter egg hunts and bunny mask making to teen author events Lego clubs. Follow Greenwich Libraries on Instagram for the full event line-up: @greenwichlibs

The Cove outdoor sea-themed playground is open every day

Historic ship Cutty Sark is hosting a maritime-themed Easter egg trail

There are free storytelling and craft workshops at the Queen’s House. Woolwich Works is hosting Easter Crafternoons sessions (from £3) and Luminarium: Myriad, a spectacular inflatable walk-through installation filled with light, colour, and calm. Created by the worldrenowned Architects of Air, the space will also host a range of activities including baby yoga, quiet sessions, Drag Queen story time and family circus tricks.

Charlton House and Gardens is back with its much-loved Easter Trail: Bunnies in the Beds Go to Wonderland. Join the opening event to spot the bunnies and win a prize, plus face painting, flower seed planting, plant sale, easter games and activities.

Explore our parks and green spaces

Enjoy relaxing spring walks, outdoor games and fun in our playgrounds at one of our parks and green spaces.

Find your nearest park, garden or open space: royalgreenwich. gov.uk/parks

What’s on at our Family Hubs and Children’s Centres

The council funds Family Hubs and Children’s Centres which are a one stop shop for families and run a huge range of free and lowcost activities including stay and play, sensory sessions and more...

Royalgreenwich.gov.uk/ childrens-and-familyhubs

Young Greenwich activities

Young Greenwich is our youth support service. It offers young people aged 8 to 19 (or up to 25 for those with disabilities) the opportunity to attend youth hubs, take part in free or affordable activities, get support and advice and enjoy a fun, safe and welcoming environment. Every week there are more than 70 activities on offer, Monday to Saturday.

Find out what’s on near you and become a member for free: young-greenwich.org.uk

Add to the What’s On calendar

Is your organisation running something free or low cost for families this Easter? If so, add it for free to our events calendar and tag us in your social media if you’re on Facebook or Instagram and we will share as many as we can: royalgreenwich.gov.uk/events/submit

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Get on the list

First, you’ve got to be on the housing waiting list to join the scheme. If you’re not, register an application online at royalgreenwich.gov.uk/homes

Find your applicant number It will be on the letter you’ve already had from the Royal Borough of Greenwich about the new scheme. You’ll need that number and the reference number of the property you’re after, which will be on the advert.

Pick out your ideal property by looking in Greenwich Info or regularly checking the website: royalgreenwich.gov.uk/ homes. Click on your preference on the website. If you don’t have a computer, you can always use one for free at either The Eltham or Woolwich Centre or a local library.

Apply in one of three ways

• Text bidding is now available and the number to use is 07786207913. For further information please see page 2, or

• Via the Royal Borough of Greenwich’s website royalgreenwich.gov.uk/ homes or

• Phone the 24-hour hotline 020 8921 4340. It’s an automatic pushbutton system and calls will be charged at the normal local rate

If you are unable to bid for advertised properties and have no one that can do so for you please contact the Allocations team on 020 8921 2941 and we will help you with bidding or will bid on your behalf. If you are in temporary accommodation, then please contact your Temporary Accommodation Officer for help with this.

Ref Number: 729860

L& Q Housing Trust Hyde Housing Association

BIDDING FOR PROPERTIES

People on the Housing register are able to bid for all properties, regardless of their banding. You must be eligible for the size of property and bids will be considered in the following order:

First Band A, followed by Band B1/B2 both in priority date order.Those in Band C will then be considered in registration date order.

Please note that there will still be some properties with age restrictions so only people of this age group can apply for these.

A is for applicants in unsatisfactory housing, including people moving due to demolition and those under occupying their homes.

BAND

B1 or B2 is for applicants the Royal Borough of Greenwich must prioritise according to the law, particularly homeless people, and others with an urgent need to move for medical or welfare reasons. C is for all applicants on the housing register, including those that are in priority bands A and B1/B2.

24-hour hotline

CBL BIDDING

Please be aware that users must now enter the date of birth of the main applicant when logging into this site. royalgreenwich.gov.uk/homes

THIS IS WHAT HAPPENED TO THE HOMES ADVERTISED IN ISSUE 1001

Address

Gladstone House Dowells Street SE10 9FF 2

Noakes House Royal Hill SE10 8GW 2

Corsair House Henley Cross SE3 9RZ 3 FLAT

Reminder

Pender House John Harrison Way SE10 0UY 1 FLAT 657 To be allocated

Pender House John Harrison Way SE10 0UY 1 FLAT 612 22/05/2025 B1

Pender House John Harrison Way SE10 0UY 1 FLAT 522

Pender House John Harrison Way SE10 0UY 1 FLAT

Pender House John Harrison Way SE10 0UY 3 FLAT

Pender House John Harrison Way SE10 0UY 1 FLAT 524 To be allocated

Pender House John Harrison Way SE10 0UY 1 FLAT 459 18/09/2025 B1

Pender House John Harrison Way SE10 0UY 1 FLAT 442 To be allocated

Pender House John Harrison Way SE10 0UY 2 FLAT 501 To be allocated

Siedle House Woolwich Common SE18 4HQ 1 FLAT 391 03/03/2026 B1

Pender House John Harrison Way SE10 0UY 1 FLAT 426 19/02/2026 B1

Pender House John Harrison Way SE10 0UY 1 FLAT 409

Pender

Azile Everitt House Blendon Terrace SE18 7SR 1 FLAT 469

Coleraine Road SE3

Close SE7 7EQ

MOVE TO A SMALLER PROPERTY

If your property is now too big for you, you can apply for the Small is Beautiful scheme.

To be eligible, your current property must:

• be a council or housing association property

• have 2, 3, 4 or 5 bedrooms

• be in the Royal Borough of Greenwich

The scheme can help you move to a smaller home that better meets your needs. We can then use your property to help another family who need it. For example, those in an overcrowded property or who are homeless.

WHAT YOU’LL GET

We’ll help you with costs and finding a new home that better meets your needs.

Financial benefits

We’ll pay:

• £1,000 for each spare room you give up

• an extra £500 if you downsize by mutual exchange

• your moving costs

• your disturbance costs, for example, for packing, disconnecting and reconnecting your appliances

Priority to find a new home

We’ll put your household in the highest priority band on the housing register so you can find a new home as soon as possible.

An Under Occupation Adviser will support you throughout the downsizing process.

Extra support for households with adult children

If you have non-dependant adult children living with you, we can offer them their own flat, if we can get a bedroom back. This means you and your adult child will each get a one-bedroom flat.

Extra support for older tenants

If you’re Pension Credit age you can downsize to a home with one extra bedroom to allow for caring or support needs.

We can visit you and support you with everything you need to downsize.

WHO CAN APPLY

You can apply if you’re under-occupying your home by at least one bedroom.

When we decide if a tenant is under-occupying, we count a second living room (or parlour) as a bedroom.

APPLY

Email: Housing-Allocations-Downsizi@ royalgreenwich.gov.uk

OTHER DOWNSIZING OPTIONS

If you’re 55 or over, you could also consider moving to the seaside or countryside.

This could be for you if you’re:

• in poor health

• struggling to cope in your current home

• keen to move nearer to friends, family or amenities

You can also contact us if you know other tenants who might benefit from this scheme.

Find out about moving to the seaside or country.

Greenwich Council (in foyer)

6 Mitre Passage, Greenwich Peninsula, London SE10 0ER

Greenwich Theatre

Crooms Hill, London SE10 8ES

West Greenwich House

141 Greenwich High Road London SE10 8JA

West Greenwich Library

146 Greenwich High Road, London SE10 8NN

Royal Standard

67 Pelton Road, London SE10 9AH

Forum@Greenwich Trafalgar Road, London SE10 9EQ

Greenwich University Cooper Building, Students Union, King William Walk, London SE10 9JH

Greenwich Communications Centre

164 Trafalgar Road Greenwich, London SE10 9TZ

Maze Hill Station

Tom Smith Close, London SE10 9XG

Blackheath Library

Old Dover Road, Blackheath SE3 7BT

Westcombe Park Station

Station Crescent, Westcombe Park, London SE3 7EQ

Blackheath Newbridge Working Mens Club

22 Charlton Road, Blackheath SE3 7HG

Waitrose

Dreadnought Wharf, Victoria Parade, 1 Thames Street, Greenwich, London SE10 9FR

Greenwich Square Health Centre

12 Lambarde Square SE10 9GB

Woodland Surgery

Woodland Walk SE10 9UB

Vanbrugh Dental Centre

Vanbrugh Hill SE10 9HQ

Greenwich Launderette

174 Trafalgar Road SE10 9TZ

Slade Library

Erindale SE18 2QQ

Woolwich Community Centre

Leslie Smith Square SE18 4DW

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Station Road, London SE18 4QH

Clockhouse Community Centre

Defiance Walk, Woolwich Dockyard Estate SE18 5QL

Waterfront Leisure Centre

Woolwich High Street SE18 6DL

McDonald’s

56-58 Powis Street SE18 6LQ

Greenwich University 54-58 Powis Street SE18 6NL

Woolwich Centre 35 Wellington Street SE18 6PW

Post Room Woolwich Service Centre

Wellington Street SE18 6PW

Town Hall

Wellington Street SE18 6PW

Woolwich Centre Library 21 Love Lane SE18 6QT

Brookhill Children’s Centre

130 Brookhill Road SE18 6UZ

Charlton Athletic Football Club

Reception The Valley, Floyd Road SE7 8BL

Time Court

Woodland Terrace SE7 8DD

Charlton Library

Charlton House, Charlton Road SE7 8RE

Gllab Work and Learn Centre

Old library Calderwood Street SE18 6QW

The Point

47 Woolwich New Road, SE18 6EW

Smile With Pride Dental Care Ltd 81A Powis Street SE18 6JB

Equitable House

General Gordon Place SE18 6AB

St.Marks Medical Centre 24 Wrottesley Road SE18 3EP

Plumstead Library

Plumstead High Street SE18 1JL

Greenwich Community College 95 Plumstead Road SE18 7DQ

Glyndon Community Centre 75 Raglan Road SE18 7LB

Abbey Wood Community Group 4 Knee Hill, SE2 0YS

Abbey Wood Library Eynsham Drive SE2 9PT

Thamesmead Leisure Centre

Thamesmere Drive SE28 8RE

Gallions Housing Association 90 Titmuss Avenue SE28 8HL

Conway Medical Centre

44 Conway Road SE18 1AH

Basildon Road Surgery

111 Basildon Road SE2 0ER

Heronsgate Medical Centre

Goosander Way SE28 0ER

Middle Park Community Centre

150 Middle Park Avenue SE9 5SD

Vista Childrens Centre

Middle Park Avenue SE9 5SD

City Point Concierge Suite

Campbell Court, Meadowside, Kidbrooke SE3 9XT

Kidbrooke Dental Centre

Telemann Square SE3 9YR

Briset Corner Surgery 591 Westhorne Avenue SE9 6JX

Eltham Centre & Eltham Library

2 Archery Road SE9 1HA

Cold Harbour Library

Wiliam Barefoot Drive SE9 3AY

Cold Harbour Leisure Centre

Chapel Farm Road SE9 3LX

New Eltham Library

Southwood Road SE9 3QT

Eltham Community Hospital

30 Passey Place SE9 5DQ

52 Well Hall Road

52 Well Hall Road SE9 6SH