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Register to vote in the local council elections

The local council elections are on Thursday 7 May 2026. If you want to vote, you must be registered. You can apply online to register to vote. It is quick and easy to do and the deadline is fast approaching: Monday 20 April.

Brockwell Lido: management transfer to Lambeth Council

Following a prolonged period of financial difficulty, Fusion Lifestyle, the operator of Brockwell Lido, fell into receivership on 1 April 2026. Lambeth Council has announced it has secure the Lido's future by taking over its management from 1 July.

April newsletters from other organisations

This is a list of links to the newsletters received this month ranging from the creative to wildlife to transport to health. We will update this page as newsletters arrive.

road works april 2026

A number of local roads will be closed, or partially closed with traffic signals, for road works during April 2026. This page will be updated as further details reach us.

dulwich festival 2026

This year's Dulwich Festival runs from Friday 8 May to Sunday 17 May. There are a few listed events to be held in our area, and many others that will be of interest. The festival incorporates Artists Open House. which runs over both weekends (9&10 and 16&17 May) and includes shows by many local artists.

Campaign to save the Railway Bell, Gipsy Hill

A planning application has been submitted by a developer for the demolition of the historic Railway Bell pub and outbuildings at 14 Cawnpore Street, Gipsy Hill SE19 (the pub frontage is to be retained), and the construction of a block of flats with nine 1 bedroom apartments spread over three floors.

The Friends of the Railway Bell are campaigning to save the pub and against the planned redevelopment, and are currently considering options such as an application for designation as an Asset of Community Value.

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