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Mansion Square | June 2026
Welcome!
Welcome to the latest edition of your local newsletter. There’s a lot happening in the neighbourhood, and we’re excited to bring you all the news from across the development.
A note from your Neighbourhood Manager
Hi!
My name is Elaine, and I’ve recently taken over as the new Neighbourhood Manager for New Mansion Square.
In the few weeks that I’ve been here, I’ve already been out and about speaking with residents about their homes, including at our recent Repairs Day, which was a huge hit with residents.
I’m here to help you with all of your housing needs and questions. The fastest and easiest way to report your repairs needs is by using our My Peabody portal, or by calling our contact centre on 0300 123 3456.
If you’d like to talk about other issues to do with your tenancy, you can make an appointment with me to speak privately. The details are on the right. I may not be able to help immediately, but I will listen, and I will do my best to help you get whatever help or support you may need in your home.
How to contact Elaine
You can book an appointment to speak with Elaine either in person or online.
You can book either a 15 or 30 minute meeting with Elaine by visiting her booking page below.
Appointments are allocated on a first come, first served basis.
Residents have raised concerns about the condition of the podium — and quite rightly asked why works didn’t start sooner. We recognise this has taken longer than we would have liked, and we appreciate your patience while a proper, lasting solution was found.
The issue has been identified as too much load being concentrated on the layers beneath the paving, combined with installation defects. This has led to areas of instability over time.
The works are designed to fix the root cause, not just the surface, by:
Adding more supports beneath the paving to reduce pressure
Installing spreader plates to distribute load more evenly
Correcting installation issues, including missing fixings and alignment
Inspecting underlying layers where areas are lifted
Works are being carried out in phases, starting with the most affected areas, then extended across the podium where needed. Planning covered safety consultations, pedestrian rerouting, and accessible access due to lost lifts at Arden and Billington Mansions.
We know the wait has been frustrating. However, the time taken has allowed for a solution that properly addresses the problem and avoids a more disruptive full replacement. Once complete, the podium will be more stable, safer, and fit for longterm use.
Join us for Open Studios at Peabody Works
Come along to our free Open Studios event at the ground floor of New Mansion
Square on Saturday 6 June. It’s a great chance to meet the local businesses based here and see what they do.
Peabody Works Battersea is our first affordable workspace, home to a growing community of local businesses—from studios and offices to flexible desk space.
On the day you can enjoy:
Free art digitising for students – bring a painting and take home a digital copy courtesy of Cultural Heritage Digitisation
Free tea, coffee and cake in our coworking space
Relaxing reflexology tasters and aromatherapy samples from Maternal Serenity
All abilities dance and theatre workshops with Blink starting at 11am and 1pm (For children aged 6-10)
30 minute fitness classes including mat Pilates from Zaya Active, a woman-owned inclusive fitness studio, at 11.30am, 12.30am and 1.30pm.
All activities are free just drop in from 11am-2pm. to sign up on the day. We’d love to see you there!
Could a housing career be in your future?
Thinking about going to university, but worried about the costs? The Social Housing Scholarships Programme could help.
If you or someone in your household:
• live in social housing
• want to go to university
• plan to study a course that will positively impact your community
We’re offering:
• up to £18,000 you won’t have to repay
• mentoring and career support
• connections with employers across the housing sector
Whether you’re planning your own next step or supporting someone else, this could help open up new opportunities.
Find out more and apply:
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Apply for funding through the Kerslake Awards
Do you run a community project or group that supports or benefits Peabody residents at Whitecross? If so, you could apply for a Kerslake Award to help fund your next project.
The Kerslake Awards were launched in 2024 in memory of Peabody’s late Chair Lord Bob Kerslake, whose career in public service focused on improving people’s lives. Each year, £40,000 is available to support local projects across London and the south east, split across two rounds of funding - one in spring and one in autumn. At least 10 projects are funded in each round.
From gardeners to exercise workshops, and exercise clubs to one-off community events, these local projects have been awarded up to £2,000 each and each will make a real difference in local communities.
If your idea could help people feel happier, healthier or more connected, we’d love to hear from you.
Battersea Fields GP Practice has opened a new health centre on Sleaford Street, at the far end of New Mansion Square.
The modern facility is home to a large team of healthcare professionals, offering a wide range of services for the local community, including same-day and pre-booked appointments, health checks, vaccinations, blood tests, and more.
The practice is open weekdays from 8am to 8pm, with early morning and evening appointments available.
The practice is welcoming new patient registrations. You can sign up:
In person at 33 Sleaford Street, SW8 5FD
By phone on 020 7627 7100
Online at www.batterseafieldspractice.co.uk
If you’re looking for a local GP, it’s easy to get registered.
Happy Streets returns!
Get ready—Happy Streets Festival is back this summer for two days of free, family-friendly fun in Battersea.
Following last year’s success, Thessaly Road will once again be closed to traffic, creating space for live music, dance workshops, street performances, arts and crafts, and plenty of delicious food.
Highlights include a solar-powered stage, pedal-powered smoothies and activities for all ages.
Saturday 4 July | 12pm–6pm
St George’s School, Thessaly Road and R.O.S.E Community Clubroom
Sunday 5 July | 12pm–5pm Yvonne Carr Centre and Oasis Gardens
Contact us
Phone 0300 123 3456 Website peabody.org.uk/contact-us
45 Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7JB
and Instagram @peabodyLDN
