Royal Mint launches commemorative David Bowie coin into space
The Royal Mint has launched a commemorative coin celebrating the career of one of Britain’s most enduring musical icons – David Bowie. It is the…
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Grade II listed Chinese Garage opens as Majestic Wine store
Beckenham’s Grade II listed Chinese Garage, which was originally built in 1928, has now opened as a Majestic Wine store. Designed by Edmund B. Clarke…
Beckenham residents back Bakerloo Line extension
The majority of local residents support plans to extend the Bakerloo line down to Beckenham Junction according to the results of a public consultation conducted…
Sweaty Mama maternity fitness class coming to Beckenham
A new post-natal fitness class that gives mums on maternity leave the opportunity to socialise and keep fit, while eliminating the need for childcare, is…
Jo Brand backs Bethlem therapeutic garden campaign
Comedian and former Beckenham nurse, Jo Brand, has added her backing to a fundraising campaign which will support a therapeutic garden at Bethlem Royal Hospital….
Local residents “horrified” by proposed Elmers Lodge extension plans
More than 75 local residents have submitted objections to a proposed two-storey, 20-flat extension of Elmers Lodge, with many citing concerns over the scale of…
Bromley ward boundary changes a step closer to reality
A new political map for Bromley, which will see residents represented by two fewer councillors than before as well as a change to all the…
Beckenham Baby Café fundraising to help secure future
The excellent Beckenham Baby Café, which offers vital free support and information for pregnant and breastfeeding mums and their families, is looking to raise £750…
Consultation on further changes to Beckenham Place Park
Lewisham Council has launched an early stage consultation on potential changes to the eastern side of Beckenham Place Park and want to hear the views…
BYOB Comedy launches ‘Lockdown Laughs 4 Parents’
A comedy club aimed at parents who have babies or young children is running virtual comedy shows for Beckenham residents during the coronavirus lockdown. The…