Local Resources
Interesting websites from the local area and beyond
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We are very grateful to be able to use the United Reform Church Hall for our WCRA meetings. The hall also hosts local groups such as Rainbows and Brownies and performances by amateur theatre group the Alexandra Players and can be hired for private events via their website.
Meet ups and Community
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Extra Time Hub at Charlton Athletic A weekly get-together for retired and semi-retired people. Weds 10AM
Provided by Charlton Athletic Community Trust who provide many other services -
Greenwich Get Walking - borough wide A wide range of free weekly walking opportunities within Royal Greenwich, to improve physical health and wellbeing.
Provided by Charlton Athletic Community Trust who provide many other services -
Met Engage - Charlton Hornfair Associated with Neighbourhood Watch. Charlton Hornfair is the ward to which West Charlton belongs.
The website lists the Met's local priority issues -
Live Well Greenwich Help and advice for health and wellbeing
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Royal Borough of Greenwich Council services, local information, and community resources for residents across the borough.
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Charlton House "Built between 1607 and 1612 for the tutor to Prince Henry of Wales, son of James I, Charlton House is one of the U.K.'s finest examples of a Jacobean manor home". Features a library, cafe, and hosts a range of events and activities for the local community.
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Mycenae House "A historic building set in the heart of South East London, dedicated to serving the community through its 23 rooms and halls for hire."
Local councillors
Our ward is Charlton Hornfair
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Councillor Bren Albiston Surgeries at Cherry Orchard Estate and Charlton House
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Councillor Jessica Holland Surgeries at Charlton House
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Find your councillor Allows you to find your ward and contact your local councillor
Local reporting
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The Greenwich Wire "Original journalism about news and issues in Greenwich borough and neighbouring parts of South East London"
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From The Murky Depths "News, events and life in London, mainly development across South East London and Kent as well as delving into what local authorities are up to"
Other Charlton and Greenwich Residents Associations
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Charlton Central Residents Association Bounded by Charlton Church Lane and Victoria Way
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Charlton Residents Association "The residents association for all Charlton" - Public Facebook group, no website.
Local Societies - community
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The Blackheath Society "Founded in 1937, The Blackheath Society aims to preserve and improve Blackheath"
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Greener Greenwich Community Network "Local Greenwich environmental groups working together to make Greenwich greener."
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Greenwich Line Users' Group "Our objective is to stand up for the passengers who use Westcombe Park, Maze Hill, Greenwich and Deptford stations."
Local Societies - interests
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Blackheath Tea Hut Appreciation Society A local legend
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Wilder Greenwich "A community group that aims to improve the many small pockets of neglected green space in our part of London for the benefit of wildlife and people."
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White Swan Music and Arts "Let’s bring The White Swan back to life as a community pub and arts space for all in South East London."
"Friends of" sites
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Friends of Greenwich Park "The Friends of Greenwich Park support and promote the many amenities of the oldest of the Royal Parks."
Members get 25% off food and non-alcoholic drinks in the park's cafés, amongst other benefits -
Friends of East Greenwich Pleasaunce "The Friends of East Greenwich Pleasaunce work to promote and improve our hidden gem."
Creative
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The Alexandra Players Perform at the Alexandra Hall at the UFC Church, Bramshot Avenue
Other
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Maritime Radio Local radio station with a great Events page