This Summer saw some 30+ Wandsworth councillors from all parties come together to film 7 popular children's stories by Julia Donaldson and Alex Sheffler (of "Gruffalo" fame). Many thanks to MacMillan Publishers for giving blanket permission to do this during the difficult months of Coronavirus and Lockdown, and Sandra Evangelista from Wandsworth Council for her concept, vision and drive, without which none of these lovely short films would've been made.
To watch all 7 stories in the series, please click on the following playlist link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cs8T4INVfOM&list=PLBCzAwvFtP0HjfATx86Llr5poK3KX6u5A
@MacMillanKidsUK
@wandbc
CREDITS
Victor Castejon (https://www.youtube.com/user/thequickbrownfoxuk)
Peter Fison (www.southwestlondon.tv)
Wendy Phillips
Kemi Akinola
Tony Belton
Rosemary Birchall
Kim Caddy
Louise Calland
Jonathan Cook
Jane Cooper
Annamarie Critchard
Paul Ellis
Adrian Flook
Clare Fraser
Judi Gasser
Ravi Govindia
Angela Graham
Peter Graham
Malcolm Grimston
Melanie Hampton
Graham Henderson
Guy Humphries
Ian Lewer
John Locker
Rhodri Morgan
Lucy Mowatt
Jo Rigby
Mike Ryder
Claire Salier
Kate Stock
Steffi Sutters
Children & Family
Ducklings in Bishops Park
With the peace and quiet of lockdown earlier in the year in Bishops Park wildlife was really allowed to thrive. There were many new families of ducks and ducklings as this film shot in July shows.
Filmed, edited, and produced by local #Putney filmmaker Philip Carr.
info@bessboroughproductions.co.uk
The Pod, Episode 15: Angel Swim School
www.angelswim.london
Join the Plog – King George’s Park 1 February
What is Plogging
Co-Founders Michelle Parkes and Dermot Kavanagh explain what Plogging is all about, how it helps not only the environment but physical andmental wellbeing, pulls communities together, and appeals to people of all ages and fitness levels.
https://plogolution.com
https://twitter.com/plogolution
https://www.facebook.com/plogolution
https://www.instagram.com/plogolution
King George’s Park Plogging – February 2020
Denise Waterman joins residents from across Wandsworth as they run and walk their way around King George's Park, tidying up litter as part of the recent "Plogging" event by www.plogolution.com.
Part of the council sponsored #MyWandsworth campaign.
@plogolution
@wandbc
www.wandsworth.gov.uk
Coronation Gardens July 2019
World Heart Beat Music Academy at Coronation Gardens
Wandsworth Libraries Launch their Summer Reading Challenge
Thessaly Bridge transformed into ‘Happy Street’
Denise Waterman was thrilled to follow the story of the Thessaly Road regeneration and attended the opening of the revamped bridge along with council members, local residents, teachers and pupils.
"Happy Street" by Yinka Ilori has finally become a reality. Judge for yourself!
#HappyStreet
@wandbc
Local Beaver Scouts clean up Furzedown
Volunteers and parents from the 4th Streatham Beavers / Scouts group did their bit for the community by cleaning up unwated litter around Furzedown as part of the #MyWandsworth anti-litter campaign. Denise Waterman met the children, the leaders and Cllr Steffi Sutters on a rather cold and windy March morning!
#MyWandsworth
www.wandsworth.gov.uk/mywandsworth
Schools and Charities making full use of Balham Library
Shortly after International Book Day, we visited Balham Library who had invited Chestnut Grove Primary School to a special film screening and talk by Book Aid International who are based in South London.
We were blown away by the delightful and very thoughtful comments of the pupils - too many great answers to share in this report!
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/libraries
https://bookaid.org/
http://www.chestnutgrove.wandsworth.sch.uk/
#gettoknowyourlibrary
@ChestnutGroveAc
@Better_Balham library
@wandsworthlibs
Wandsworth Council is recruiting: Director of Children’s Services
Wandsworth Council is currently recruiting for the role of Director of Children's Services. This is a quick round-up of the qualities some young people who have been through the process are looking for...
Get to know your ancestry at a Wandsworth library near you!
There heritage team at Battersea Library helped Denise Waterman trace her family tree back further than she thought possible - a fantastic free service and just one of many reasons to visit your local Wandsworth library.
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/news/article/15040/get_to_know_your_library_helping_you_discover_who_you_really_are
#gettoknowyourlibrary
@Better_WHS
@wandbc
The Pod, Episode 13: Rachel Egan from Thrive Wandsworth
Proposal 5 Services for the whole family
For more information about Thrive, the latest consultation, and current services for families and children in Wandsworth generally, please get in contact with Rachel and her team directly or you can find more information by following the links below:
CONSULTATION
https://haveyoursay.citizenspace.com/wandsworthcsd/childrens-centres-18
MAIN THRIVE WEBSITE
https://thrive.wandsworth.gov.uk
WANDSWORTH COUNCIL WEBSITE
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/news/article/14751/dont_miss_your_chance_to_comment_on_new_approach_to_early_years?utm_source=Wandsworth%20Borough%20Council&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=9953111_19-10-18&dm_i=XWH,5XBVB,N9PVNQ,N6YVL,1
Email: thriveonline@wandsworth.gov.uk
Telephone: 020 8871 7899
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wandbc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wandsworth.council
Early Learning Centres for 2 year olds
For more information about Thrive, the latest consultation, and current services for families and children in Wandsworth generally, please get in contact with Rachel and her team directly or you can find more information by following the links below:
CONSULTATION
https://haveyoursay.citizenspace.com/wandsworthcsd/childrens-centres-18
MAIN THRIVE WEBSITE
https://thrive.wandsworth.gov.uk
WANDSWORTH COUNCIL WEBSITE
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/news/article/14751/dont_miss_your_chance_to_comment_on_new_approach_to_early_years?utm_source=Wandsworth%20Borough%20Council&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=9953111_19-10-18&dm_i=XWH,5XBVB,N9PVNQ,N6YVL,1
Email: thriveonline@wandsworth.gov.uk
Telephone: 020 8871 7899
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wandbc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wandsworth.council
2 year old early learning places
For more information about Thrive, the latest consultation, and current services for families and children in Wandsworth generally, please get in contact with Rachel and her team directly or you can find more information by following the links below:
CONSULTATION
https://haveyoursay.citizenspace.com/wandsworthcsd/childrens-centres-18
MAIN THRIVE WEBSITE
https://thrive.wandsworth.gov.uk
WANDSWORTH COUNCIL WEBSITE
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/news/article/14751/dont_miss_your_chance_to_comment_on_new_approach_to_early_years?utm_source=Wandsworth%20Borough%20Council&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=9953111_19-10-18&dm_i=XWH,5XBVB,N9PVNQ,N6YVL,1
Email: thriveonline@wandsworth.gov.uk
Telephone: 020 8871 7899
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wandbc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wandsworth.council
We want to know what you think about proposed changes to Children’s Centres
For more information about Thrive, the latest consultation, and current services for families and children in Wandsworth generally, please get in contact with Rachel and her team directly or you can find more information by following the links below:
CONSULTATION
https://haveyoursay.citizenspace.com/wandsworthcsd/childrens-centres-18
MAIN THRIVE WEBSITE
https://thrive.wandsworth.gov.uk
WANDSWORTH COUNCIL WEBSITE
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/news/article/14751/dont_miss_your_chance_to_comment_on_new_approach_to_early_years?utm_source=Wandsworth%20Borough%20Council&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=9953111_19-10-18&dm_i=XWH,5XBVB,N9PVNQ,N6YVL,1
Email: thriveonline@wandsworth.gov.uk
Telephone: 020 8871 7899
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wandbc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wandsworth.council
Why we’re committed to early help and investing in early childhood services
For more information about Thrive, the latest consultation, and current services for families and children in Wandsworth generally, please get in contact with Rachel and her team directly or you can find more information by following the links below:
CONSULTATION
https://haveyoursay.citizenspace.com/wandsworthcsd/childrens-centres-18
MAIN THRIVE WEBSITE
https://thrive.wandsworth.gov.uk
WANDSWORTH COUNCIL WEBSITE
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/news/article/14751/dont_miss_your_chance_to_comment_on_new_approach_to_early_years?utm_source=Wandsworth%20Borough%20Council&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=9953111_19-10-18&dm_i=XWH,5XBVB,N9PVNQ,N6YVL,1
Email: thriveonline@wandsworth.gov.uk
Telephone: 020 8871 7899
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wandbc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wandsworth.council
Tell us what you think about proposed changes to Children’s Centres
For more information about Thrive, the latest consultation, and current services for families and children in Wandsworth generally, please get in contact with Rachel and her team directly or you can find more information by following the links below:
CONSULTATION
https://haveyoursay.citizenspace.com/wandsworthcsd/childrens-centres-18
MAIN THRIVE WEBSITE
https://thrive.wandsworth.gov.uk
WANDSWORTH COUNCIL WEBSITE
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/news/article/14751/dont_miss_your_chance_to_comment_on_new_approach_to_early_years?utm_source=Wandsworth%20Borough%20Council&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=9953111_19-10-18&dm_i=XWH,5XBVB,N9PVNQ,N6YVL,1
Email: thriveonline@wandsworth.gov.uk
Telephone: 020 8871 7899
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wandbc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wandsworth.council
Proposal 3 Hillbrook and Franciscan
For more information about Thrive, the latest consultation, and current services for families and children in Wandsworth generally, please get in contact with Rachel and her team directly or you can find more information by following the links below:
CONSULTATION
https://haveyoursay.citizenspace.com/wandsworthcsd/childrens-centres-18
MAIN THRIVE WEBSITE
https://thrive.wandsworth.gov.uk
WANDSWORTH COUNCIL WEBSITE
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/news/article/14751/dont_miss_your_chance_to_comment_on_new_approach_to_early_years?utm_source=Wandsworth%20Borough%20Council&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=9953111_19-10-18&dm_i=XWH,5XBVB,N9PVNQ,N6YVL,1
Email: thriveonline@wandsworth.gov.uk
Telephone: 020 8871 7899
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wandbc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wandsworth.council
Proposal 4 Stay, Play and Learn
For more information about Thrive, the latest consultation, and current services for families and children in Wandsworth generally, please get in contact with Rachel and her team directly or you can find more information by following the links below:
CONSULTATION
https://haveyoursay.citizenspace.com/wandsworthcsd/childrens-centres-18
MAIN THRIVE WEBSITE
https://thrive.wandsworth.gov.uk
WANDSWORTH COUNCIL WEBSITE
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/news/article/14751/dont_miss_your_chance_to_comment_on_new_approach_to_early_years?utm_source=Wandsworth%20Borough%20Council&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=9953111_19-10-18&dm_i=XWH,5XBVB,N9PVNQ,N6YVL,1
Email: thriveonline@wandsworth.gov.uk
Telephone: 020 8871 7899
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wandbc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wandsworth.council
Proposal 2 Yvonne Carr
For more information about Thrive, the latest consultation, and current services for families and children in Wandsworth generally, please get in contact with Rachel and her team directly or you can find more information by following the links below:
CONSULTATION
https://haveyoursay.citizenspace.com/wandsworthcsd/childrens-centres-18
MAIN THRIVE WEBSITE
https://thrive.wandsworth.gov.uk
WANDSWORTH COUNCIL WEBSITE
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/news/article/14751/dont_miss_your_chance_to_comment_on_new_approach_to_early_years?utm_source=Wandsworth%20Borough%20Council&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=9953111_19-10-18&dm_i=XWH,5XBVB,N9PVNQ,N6YVL,1
Email: thriveonline@wandsworth.gov.uk
Telephone: 020 8871 7899
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wandbc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wandsworth.council
Helping children to be ready to start school
For more information about Thrive, the latest consultation, and current services for families and children in Wandsworth generally, please get in contact with Rachel and her team directly or you can find more information by following the links below:
CONSULTATION
https://haveyoursay.citizenspace.com/wandsworthcsd/childrens-centres-18
MAIN THRIVE WEBSITE
https://thrive.wandsworth.gov.uk
WANDSWORTH COUNCIL WEBSITE
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/news/article/14751/dont_miss_your_chance_to_comment_on_new_approach_to_early_years?utm_source=Wandsworth%20Borough%20Council&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=9953111_19-10-18&dm_i=XWH,5XBVB,N9PVNQ,N6YVL,1
Email: thriveonline@wandsworth.gov.uk
Telephone: 020 8871 7899
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wandbc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wandsworth.council
Thrive Consultation / Questionnaire
For more information about Thrive, the latest consultation, and current services for families and children in Wandsworth generally, please get in contact with Rachel and her team directly or you can find more information by following the links below:
CONSULTATION
https://haveyoursay.citizenspace.com/wandsworthcsd/childrens-centres-18
MAIN THRIVE WEBSITE
https://thrive.wandsworth.gov.uk
WANDSWORTH COUNCIL WEBSITE
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/news/article/14751/dont_miss_your_chance_to_comment_on_new_approach_to_early_years?utm_source=Wandsworth%20Borough%20Council&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=9953111_19-10-18&dm_i=XWH,5XBVB,N9PVNQ,N6YVL,1
Email: thriveonline@wandsworth.gov.uk
Telephone: 020 8871 7899
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wandbc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wandsworth.council
Proposal 1 York Gardens
For more information about Thrive, the latest consultation, and current services for families and children in Wandsworth generally, please get in contact with Rachel and her team directly or you can find more information by following the links below:
CONSULTATION
https://haveyoursay.citizenspace.com/wandsworthcsd/childrens-centres-18
MAIN THRIVE WEBSITE
https://thrive.wandsworth.gov.uk
WANDSWORTH COUNCIL WEBSITE
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/news/article/14751/dont_miss_your_chance_to_comment_on_new_approach_to_early_years?utm_source=Wandsworth%20Borough%20Council&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=9953111_19-10-18&dm_i=XWH,5XBVB,N9PVNQ,N6YVL,1
Email: thriveonline@wandsworth.gov.uk
Telephone: 020 8871 7899
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wandbc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wandsworth.council
Rachel Egan outlines the latest Thrive Strategy for early help
For more information about Thrive, the latest consultation, and current services for families and children in Wandsworth generally, please get in contact with Rachel and her team directly or you can find more information by following the links below:
CONSULTATION
https://haveyoursay.citizenspace.com/wandsworthcsd/childrens-centres-18
MAIN THRIVE WEBSITE
https://thrive.wandsworth.gov.uk
WANDSWORTH COUNCIL WEBSITE
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/news/article/14751/dont_miss_your_chance_to_comment_on_new_approach_to_early_years?utm_source=Wandsworth%20Borough%20Council&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=9953111_19-10-18&dm_i=XWH,5XBVB,N9PVNQ,N6YVL,1
Email: thriveonline@wandsworth.gov.uk
Telephone: 020 8871 7899
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wandbc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wandsworth.council
Yvonne Carr – Proposal 1
For more information about Thrive, the latest consultation, and current services for families and children in Wandsworth generally, please get in contact with Rachel and her team directly or you can find more information by following the links below:
CONSULTATION
https://haveyoursay.citizenspace.com/wandsworthcsd/childrens-centres-18
MAIN THRIVE WEBSITE
https://thrive.wandsworth.gov.uk
WANDSWORTH COUNCIL WEBSITE
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/news/article/14751/dont_miss_your_chance_to_comment_on_new_approach_to_early_years?utm_source=Wandsworth%20Borough%20Council&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=9953111_19-10-18&dm_i=XWH,5XBVB,N9PVNQ,N6YVL,1
Email: thriveonline@wandsworth.gov.uk
Telephone: 020 8871 7899
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wandbc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wandsworth.council
Balham Nursery for 2-4 year olds
For more information about Thrive, the latest consultation, and current services for families and children in Wandsworth generally, please get in contact with Rachel and her team directly or you can find more information by following the links below:
CONSULTATION
https://haveyoursay.citizenspace.com/wandsworthcsd/childrens-centres-18
MAIN THRIVE WEBSITE
https://thrive.wandsworth.gov.uk
WANDSWORTH COUNCIL WEBSITE
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/news/article/14751/dont_miss_your_chance_to_comment_on_new_approach_to_early_years?utm_source=Wandsworth%20Borough%20Council&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=9953111_19-10-18&dm_i=XWH,5XBVB,N9PVNQ,N6YVL,1
Email: thriveonline@wandsworth.gov.uk
Telephone: 020 8871 7899
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wandbc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wandsworth.council
Rachel Egan Talks about the latest Thrive Strategy
For more information about Thrive, the latest consultation, and current services for families and children in Wandsworth generally, please get in contact with Rachel and her team directly or you can find more information by following the links below:
CONSULTATION
https://haveyoursay.citizenspace.com/wandsworthcsd/childrens-centres-18
MAIN THRIVE WEBSITE
https://thrive.wandsworth.gov.uk
WANDSWORTH COUNCIL WEBSITE
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/news/article/14751/dont_miss_your_chance_to_comment_on_new_approach_to_early_years?utm_source=Wandsworth%20Borough%20Council&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=9953111_19-10-18&dm_i=XWH,5XBVB,N9PVNQ,N6YVL,1
Email: thriveonline@wandsworth.gov.uk
Telephone: 020 8871 7899
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wandbc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wandsworth.council
Ernest Bevin College
We're delighted to release an updated version of this video showcasing some of the great things going on locally at Ernest Bevin College. It was a delightful project and the expressions of the pupils and staff just say it all really :)
http://http://ernestbevin.london/
@ErnestBevinColl
Young Mums Support Network
https://www.spacehive.com/make-the-house-a-home
Fiona and her team need your help urgently with a Crowdfunding campaign to get 100+ backers by 10th October 2018. You can help by donating as little as £2 but the raw number of supporters is the important thing right now so please follow the link above and help them make a big difference to families in Wandsworth.
https://twitter.com/young_mothers
https://www.facebook.com/thejoysofmotherhood
Wandsworth Family Business Initiative
Wandsworth Home Ownership scheme
Shelly Palmer visits one of the home development projects in Wandsworth and speaks to Council Leader Ravi Govindia about the regional and national Housing Crisis.
Roehampton Festival and the Alton Estate Regeneration
Alex Willis-Bray speaks to local residents at Downshire Field in the Alton estate and hears first hand what they're hoping for from the planned regeneration of the area.
https://enablelc.org/Roefest
@enableLC
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/roehampton
@wandbc
Thessaly Road bridge is set for a colourful makeover
Denise Waterman follows the uplifting story of how the Thessaly Road underpass was identified for a bit of love and attention and became the focus for a major competition and consultation run by Wandsworth Council and the London Festival of Architecture.
The winning artist has just been announced and work will be starting soon!
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/news/article/14709/colourful_design_wins_thessaly_road_railway_bridge_competition
The Promontory, Battersea Park
First in our Summer series showcasing some of Wandsworth's lovely parks and best kept secrets...
Cllr. Steffi Sutters kicks of and shows our presenter around The Promontory, a reclaimed/redeveloped area with fantastic rivers views and part of Battersea Park.
#LoveParks
St Joseph’s College, SE19
London Youth Games 2018
Wandsworth Brighter Living Fair
This free fair took place on Tuesday 3 July 2018, and was organised by the Council’s Adult Social Services Department. It was specifically for adults who have or are looking for care and support in the borough, and other local residents aged 55 and over.
More than 180 people came along to find out about support available in Wandsworth that champions independent living.
Over 40 local services and organisations had stalls at the event, including the Share Community, Battersea Thrive, Generate, London Fire Brigade and local NHS services.
There was also a full programme of talks and demonstrations, including:
Wandsworth Police, who gave a talk on keeping safe
DORCAS who demonstrated healthy juice making
Fitness taster sessions from the Council’s leisure contractors Enable
Boxing from Carney’s Community
An art workshop with Creative Minds
Sign language sessions from Deaf First
Councillor Paul Ellis, the Council’s Health and Social Care spokesman, said: “This was a very successful event, and we’re delighted it was well attended and so many organisations came along. We hope that the day will give residents the information they need to stay healthy and independent.”
If you attended, thank you for coming. To those who filled in evaluation forms in the hope of winning a Fortnum & Mason Hamper or a ticket to Battersea Park Children’s Zoo, congratulations to the lucky winners!
Looking for support?
If you were unable to attend the Brighter Living Fair, you can search our website for local social care services:
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/adultsocialcare
Nine Elms – Battersea Dogs and Cats Homes
Battersea Cats & Dogs Homes is synonymous with the area that has been home for nearly 160 years. During that time much has changed around it, including the iconic chimneys that form Battersea Power Station. Chief Executive Claire Horton talks about how the charity is forging a bright future as part of Nine Elms.
This short video is an excerpt from our recent behind the scenes documentary on the Nine Elms development in London. If you enjoyed this video, please have a look at the full report here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7MTjes0vBU
www.wandsworth.gov.uk/nineelms
@NineElmsTeam
Southfields Community Speed Watch
A great example of community action in Southfields... Local councillors, police and residents teamed up on their speed gun campaign to enforce local 20mph speed limits in the area.
"20 is plenty"
@MPSSouthfields
St Mary’s RC School Battersea
Denise Waterman visits a delightful school at the heart of new developments around Nine Elms/Battersea...
www.stmarysschoolbattersea.co.uk
@StMarys_SW8
Christmas Lights in Southfields
The Wimbledon Foundation got together with local businesses and community members again this year for an even bigger and more popular Christmas Lights event in Southfields. This is just one of the many events supported by the foundation and Denise Waterman spoke to Dan Bloxham and Helen Parker to find out more.
http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/foundation
@wimbledonFdn
St George’s Gate Tooting
Alex Willis-Bray spends the day in "cool" Tooting and tours the new housing development there - St George's Gate. If you're interested in London property or just want to see Tooting looking it's best, keep watching!
www.bellway.co.uk
@TootingMarket
@LondonRBL
@LibertyPRUK
Ernest Bevin College, Tooting
Ernest Bevin College is a secondary school for boys located in Tooting, London, England with a mixed Sixth Form. It has over 1200 pupils and is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. It has STEM Assured Status and also specialises in Sport.
www.ernestbevin.london
@ErnestBevinColl
Address: Beechcroft Rd, Tooting, London SW17 7DF
Phone: 020 8672 8582
Founded: 1970
Local authority: Wandsworth London Borough Council
Principal: Rukhsana Sheikh
Grand Opening of the Ernest Bevin College CCF
Denise Waterman joins local dignitaries, parents and staff at Ernest Bevin College for the Grand Opening of the Royal Marine detachment Combined Cadet Force by the Second Sea Lord Vice Admiral Jonathan Woodcock OBE.
Watch all the way through for a an amazing performance by the Royal Marines' Corp of Drums at the end!
www.ernestbevin.london
@ErnestBevinColl
Nine Elms youngsters bring monsters to life
Pia Jackson visits the Nine Elms regeneration area to see first hand how Wandsworth Council is working with local primary school children to get them interested in the changes going on around them and to excite their interest in the new arts and culture hub which has started to take shape.
The "Monster Soup" project, funded by the Wandsworth Council and the Battersea Power Station Foundation, uses puppet theatre to explore connections between the River Thames and local communities, culminating in a lantern puppet parade through the area’s changing landscape.
www.nineelmslondon.com
www.pumphousegallery.org.uk
@wandbc @PumpHouseGal @puppetswithguts @BatterseaPwrStn #monstersoup
Poplar Scooter Park
A school in Merton has created what is believed to be the UK’s first ever scooter park for young children which will be enjoyed both by pupils and the local community.
The new scooter park at Poplar Primary School has more than 200 metres of pathways where children can let off steam, keep fit and learn to scoot safely.
Now the school has launched a crowd funding campaign to raise £20,000 for the next phase which includes installing a timber shelter, street furniture, road markings, signage and even a race track.
The campaign has already won celebrity backing from triathlon stars the Brownlee brothers who have pledged £1,000.
On Thursday 30 March the school’s 640 pupils took part in their own duathlon – scooting and running – to raise cash.
The scooter park has so far cost £60,000, with the school raising £30,000 and the SUEZ Communities Trust, which supports community and environmental improvement projects through the Landfill Communities Fund, donating a further £30,000.
The park will be used by the school between 10am and 3pm but will be open to the community at other times including weekends and during school holidays.
www.spacehive.com/poplar-scoot