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Dulwich Hill Ward -

I use Adam in Forest Hill (opposite the swimming pool)

The quarterly SNT Police Meetings are advertised on EDF - the one Beansprout mentions, is Dulwich Hill. The team have been short staffed for a number of months as one officer was injured trying to arrest a shoplifter - unfortunately the shoplifter got away but the officer was left with fractures. We regularly see one or two of the police team around the Dulwich Hill area (they were recently in Landells Road) Dulwich Hill SNT are hoping to resume their Cuppa with a Copper sessions but are frequently asked to support colleagues policing the various protest marches. The next Dulwich Hill SNT meeting is scheduled for December (date to be confirmed) The attack on the young woman would come under the Goose Green SNT.

Have some cracks in my kitchen extension which are becoming deeper. Contacted a Which Approved Builder and they advised that I would need s structural inspection first. Gave me a number of the firm they used but despite leaving a message nobody has got back to me. Can anyone recommend a surveyor?

We have some worrying cracks in our kitchen extension wall and ceiling and I need to get these checked out. Contacted a Which Trusted Trader (Builders) and was advised that I would need a structural surveyor/ engineer to indicate the cause of cracks before they could come and assess. They gave me a contact number of a firm called IDR Surveyors - left message on number given but yet to have a reply, Anyone used a structural engineer recently?

From what I have gathered from Bradbury Oak residents I have spoken with, that at a meeting with RNIB earlier in the year, none of the residents were in favour of new build. There is the implication that rent rises are anticipated to help towards building costs. Rent is currently in the region of £300 pw - as with most sheltered housing (council and Housing Association), Since these rents also include maintenance charges, utility charges - Housing Benefit is only applicable to the actual 'rent element' per flat.

At the Dulwich Hill SNT meeting last night we spoke about Met. Engage. Dulwich Hill had signed up 185 households. Scheme had been trialled in other parts of the country successfully and now the Met. Police are rolling it out, To the end of August, the Met Police had gathered 17,000 registrations which equites to 2% of households.

Initially, when all the discussion took place at Bradbury some of existing building was to be demolished which meant that 3 flats would go but these residents would have to wait until new building erected to be housed. No indication has been given as to where people would be placed during building. I am glad that the tree is to remain - Bradbury residents contacted various environmental groups to lobby for tree to remain. I gather that there is likely to be a question of restricted views to be made by Wood Vale residents as 5 stories is significantly higher than current building.

It is supported housing run by RNIB, None of the residents support the new build as some of them would be made homeless with no guarantee of being rehoused in suitable accommodation. The rebuild will be the destruction of a communal lounge and grounds. There is an oak tree in the grounds which is several hundred of years old and has a tree preservation order. My husband's family used to live at this address and the grounds were gifted to the RNIB by his great aunt (Doctor Grace Batten) on the grounds that the tree is never cut down.

I think you will find that the majority of venues will not be open after midnight as in predominantly residential areas. Southwark have a list of venues to hire - you may find something that is open until 1 am. My granddaughter usually goes up town if wants a venue open until 2/3 pm

Age UK used to have a list of carers - not sure if they still do but could give advice. Are you talking about a live in carer for the week or someone who will come in daily.

Come to Dulwich Hill SNT Police Meeting on Weds 10th September 6-7 pm. Venue- Christ Church Barry Road (opp Plough PH). Hear the crime statistics for the ward.

There is additional work scheduled for Friern Road by Thames Water hence 12s cannot terminate a Dulwich Library, Froom 15th September, Thames Water works in Barry Road and temporary traffic lights.

William Bailey solicitors have been our family solicitors for 40 odd years, starting with Bill Bailey. He retired due to ill health and only acted as a consultant in the final years of his life. Since COVID the solicitors work mainly from home but you can get an appointment to see them at their office. I think that their admin staff work a similar way . Hubby last saw them at end of year when he updated his will.

neither of our phones vibrated/made a noise!

Meet your local SNT team- Christ Church Barry Road. Open to all residents and businesses in the Dulwich Hill Ward,

They used to have a very good bookshop - more academic type books and general books around grief and bereavement. Not sure if that is included in the new CARE building. After my mother died, we continued to go to the hospice as they did a very good Sunday Lunch at a very reasonable price. They also had musicians playing in the centre. The gardens at St Christopher's are beautiful and open to all. If you have never been to the Hospice , what hits you when you enter as the feeling of calmness and peace, in contrast to general hospitals. They also have a programme of events - talks, music, quizzes . Comedian Tom Allen does a lot of fundraising for the hospice. Some years ago, my husband who has been a volunteer for over 15 years, and I went to a cream tea there.

Another bakery staple in days gone by - bread pudding. Place bakers(?) where Harry's is now always used to sell big chunks of this. I think Morrisons also used to sell it in a packet of 2 slices. Are bakeries now just dumping their unsold bread? I make bread pudding regularly - use reduced bread from supermarkets ( loaf cost me 22p) and last time made 3 batches one for us plus two for friends.

Went to thee Viet place in LL some time ago and got charged £9 for a pot of tea Hubby paid bill and did not notice that they had overcharged. Frequently go past the old Moulin restaurant- rarely see people in it. No indication whether they are providing meals as no menu outside (unless they have pit it up in last few days) Got impression that it was a wine bar only. Love Dulwich is usually busy between 12 - 2 pm when they have their lunch time specials not been there in evening or weekends.

I gather St, Christopher's in Penge has closed down as landlord has increased fees, so they are looking for alternative venue. The LL store frequently passes over stock to the other shops as they receive a large number of donations. Having had an uncle and mother who died in St Christopher's, we are firm supporters of the hospice. I believe, but correct me if I am wrong. that 1 million pounds is raised annually from the shops. The Hospice itself has a cafeteria in their Anniversary Centre which is opened daily to the public. Prices are very reasonable. When my mother was in the hospice, family took it in turns to have a hot meal in the café. The Hospice is known world wide for its palliative care work and offers training. When I was working, I attended a few of the courses at the hospice as I was the lead for my team in regards to end of life care.

Reminder that this issue was discussed at the Dulwich Hill SNT several months ago and the police were asking people to contact them. As you say, several months have gone past without any known incidents. Police should once again be notified. Goodrich and Barry Roads come under Dulwich Hill SNT. The next meeting is Weds 10th September 6 pm at Christ Church Barry Road.

The rent of the shop is enormous- the landlord almost doubled it when they had to renew the lease. St. C's had to make a decision as to whether to pay the increased rent or find alternative premises. The refurbishment has greatly improved the shop's layout. Husband now buys most of his stuff from the Lewisham branch as much cheaper and also sell CDs and LPs. The Penge and Sydenham stores have a more limited range but also lower prices.

Jon is rarely seen at various Dulwich Hill events/activities i.e Police SNT meetings. Maggie is generally very reliable but is now on Maternity Leave. I have been informed that in the next 2/3 weeks, the labour Party will be choosing their candidates for the next council elections in 2026. Not being a labour party member I do not know how you would raise objections when existing councillors are not up to the job?

I do not think the Age UK service is available for those who have diabetes. Just checked link - does provide for diabetics but need GP letter. Nearest venue to ED is Bells Garden SE15 - but I have a vague feeling that the council have just closed this community centre.

i thought BHF had stopped doing collections. We had them regularly to collect items after a Give and Take Event but they informed us that since Covid they do not offer this sservice.