Ashburnham Triangle Association

Hello everyone - as you will have seen, plans have been submitted for the redevelopment of the Lewisham College Deptford Campus into a complex of hundreds of new flats. These plans have elicited a variety of responses, both positive from negative, from area residents in Greenwich and Lewisham who have concerns about the potential impact of such a significant development on both neighbourhood and skyline. On Wednesday 7 May, 7pm at the Ashburnham Arms, please join us for a discussion of the redevelopment project. Depending on the turnout (and weather), we may also use the adjoining Ashburnham Retreat space. Confirmed guest speakers include: Aidan Smith, Councillor, Greenwich Park Ward Raj Patel, Representative, Greenwich Society Mick Delap, Founder of the CreekLink charity Additional speakers have been approached. We look forward to seeing you on the evening for a productive discussion of planning and next steps.

If you haven't yet confirmed your interest in hosting a placard, please contact Peter Ferenz ASAP at petermferenz@gmail.com. And thank you for your support of the Ashburnham Triangle Association annual street party on 8 June - we look forward to seeing you there!

25/0798/F | Demolition of existing building and construction of buildings ranging from 1 to 31 storeys for residential (Class C3) and flexible Class E, local community (Class F2), education (Class F1), and drinking establishment (Sui Generis) use; cycle parking and facilities, landscaping and highway improvements, servicing and plant and all other ancillary and associated works. (This application is an EIA development and is accompanied by an Environmental Statement) (This is a cross borough application with the London Borough of Lewisham, their reference: DC/25/139390) Further information not forming part of the formal description of development provided for consultation purposes: This application is located both within the Royal Borough of Greenwich (RBG) and London Borough of Lewisham (LBL). The scheme as a whole provides 903 C3 residential units across both borough (306 C3 residential units within RBG and 597 C3 residential units within LBL) 8,713 GIA flexible Class E, local commun...

25/0580/F | Retrospective planning permission for a Change of Use of first floor from Dance Studio and Event Space (Use Class Sui Generis) to a Mixed use Dance Studio and Event Space and Place of Worship (Use Class Sui Generis) and proposed change of use of ground floor and first floor from Dance Studio and Event Space to a Mixed Use Dance Studio and Event Space and Performing Arts College (Sui Generis) BOROUGH HALL, ROYAL HILL, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8RE More information may be found my clicking here . | BOROUGH HALL, ROYAL HILL, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8RE

Hello everyone - a reminder that the next ATA Plant Swap event is scheduled to take place on Saturday 3 May 2025 in the Ashburnham Retreat (SE10 8TZ). The event will run 10:30am-12pm. Please bring any unwanted plants and take away something new! Even if you have nothing to swap, do come along - there will be plenty of plants, and all are welcome to participate.

Hello everyone - as you know, our next street party is scheduled for Sunday 8 June. As they did last year, John Payne Estate Agents is financially sponsoring the event - and as part of their sponsorship, they will produce street party promotional placards to be placed outside Triangle houses for 30 days. These help greatly to promote the event. John Payne places the placards then removes them after 30 days. Worked like clockwork last year! If you're willing to have a placard placed outside your home, please email ATA Chair Peter Ferenz (petermferenz@gmail.com) with your address details. Thanks!

I am pleased to announce that Highroad Social , located at 178 Greenwich High Road, is now participating in the ATA Card scheme. All ATA Cardholders will receive a 10% discount when they participate in Highroad Social's ongoing Social Winemakers Dinner events scheduled for the second Wednesday of every month. In addition, should any cardholders wish to book for this coming Wednesday 9 April, they will be offered three months' worth of Social 75 membership as a small gesture of welcome to High Road Social. More information on what's happening at Highroad Social can be found by clicking here .

Food, music, entertainment, local vendors... planning is well under way for our next street party, scheduled for a bit earlier this year to ( hopefully ) take advantage of ( fingers crossed ) the glorious summer weather! Save the date - more details to come...

When Tamino awakes from a battle with a giant snake, he is chosen by the Queen of the Night for an epic journey to rescue her daughter, Pamina, from the evil Sarastro. Equipped with a Magic Flute and accompanied by the bumbling but lovable Papageno, they venture forth, encountering three mysterious boys, an evil jailer, trials to enlightenment, and a truth, less black and white than it first appears. When Tamino awakes from a battle with a giant snake, he is chosen by the Queen of the Night for an epic journey to rescue her daughter, Pamina, from the evil Sarastro. Equipped with a Magic Flute and accompanied by the bumbling but lovable Papageno, they venture forth, encountering three mysterious boys, an evil jailer, trials to enlightenment, and a truth, less black and white than it first appears. Following the success of productions Suor Angelica in 2023 and La Bohème in 2024 composed by Giacomo Puccini, Opera Greenwich is delighted to present their first ever opera sung entirely in Ge...

This Sunday,  Lovebrunch.co.uk launches their exciting new Sunday series at The North Pole . Expect Live singers, special guest DJs and fun interactive props to make your experience that little bit more exciting, all while indulging in a delicious roast dinner menu and endless bottomless cocktails. And a reminder - ATA Cardholders receive a 15% discount at The North Pole.

Vintners Lanes , at Davy 's on Greenwich High Road, as been named one of the best boutique bowling alleys in the world at the 40th Annual Bowling Centre Architecture and Design Awards! Hosted in Texas, USA, the annual awards recognise bowling centres from across the world for their superior design and style. Judged by a panel of industry experts, only 7 centres globally are chosen each year for a coveted award. The only UK-based alley to snag a prize, Vintners Lanes was celebrated for its stunning interior. If you haven't been yet, what on earth are you waiting for???

MammaKind is a baby bank providing clothes, toys, baby equipment, essential hygiene items and baby food to families in poverty in the south-east London boroughs of Bromley, Bexley, Greenwich and Lewisham. The majority of the families they support are headed by a single mother and many face additional disadvantages, such as disability or having experienced violence, and have no recourse to public funds. The removal of the benefit uplift, refugee crisis and cost-of-living crisis has created even more demand for our help. For more information, including how to support them, can be found by clicking here .

Greenwich Council is reviewing how to improve the Thames Path, one of London’s most iconic riverside routes. From accessibility and safety to new signage and green spaces, they want to hear from us. Our feedback will help shape future improvements, connecting communities and enhancing local tourism and leisure. Please share your thoughts before Monday 21 April by clicking here .

Grant Saw Solicitors, based in South East London with offices in Greenwich and Blackheath, is a longtime supporter of the annual ATA Street Party and counts many AT residents as clients.  As such, all AT residents are invited to attend an (free) event being hosted on Thursday 3 April at the Oystercatcher Greenwich . The event, an evening of drinks and canapés, is being arranged by Grant Saw's Commercial Property and Litigation teams. Details as follows: Date: Thursday 3 April 2025 Start time: 6pm End time: 9:30pm Location: Oystercatcher Greenwich, 7 Victoria Parade, London SE10 9FR To register for the event, please click here . Hope to see you there!

Hello everyone - a few updates on activities at Highroad Social (178 Greenwich High Road) that may be of interest: Enjoy cocktails with Josh during the 'Social Hour' period, Wednesday-Friday, 4-6pm. Josh has been working on a new cocktail and wine list, including developing the 'Social Hour' concept by offering 2-for-1 on selected cocktails, wines by the glass and schooners of beer. Winemakers Dinners are being held on the second Wednesday of every month. The next dinner is scheduled for 9 April and the featured wine is Malbec (though other wines are included, too). As a reminder, Social Club members enjoy 10% off the price of their meal. Highroad Social Club membership details can be found here . During the Easter & May Bank Holidays , Highroad Social remains open. The Social Set Menu has proven popular, and changes depending on the availability of ingredients. This menu is available at lunchtimes Thursday-Saturday and on Wednesday-Thursday evenings. More inform...

It's almost the end of March already and that means it's quiz time! On Wednesday, 26 March, 19.00 in the Crow's Nest bar, Greenwich Picturehouse's own @obiwan_kenbrobi  will be testing your knowledge of all things film. This month's theme is general knowledge, with each round being themed in some way. No big clues, but they suggest brushing up on your Oscar winner and films that are decidedly green. Some Star Wars, Marvel, and fantasy would probably help too! There are prizes to be won, including free cinema tickets, so come on down and put your knowledge to the test. £1 donation to Refuge per person as entry fee. Teams up to 6 people recommended.

Luckily for those of us in the Triangle, we are spoiled for choice! For easy reference, here are the Sunday roast options/details for: The Ashburnham Arms The Guildford Arms Davy's Wine Vaults And remember, book early - all three of these venues are in high demand!

The  #GreenwichDogShow  is back – and it’s bigger, better, and more tail-waggingly fun than ever! 🐾 This year, they’re going all out with an expanded competition, more paw-some prizes, and an exciting marketplace packed with everything a dog (or their human) could wish for – from gourmet pet bakeries and boutique pet hotels to canine fertility clinics and specialist retailers. 📆 Save the date: Sunday 25 May 🎟️ Free to attend, £10 to enter the competition Find out more 👉🏼 ORNC.ORG

Did you know that Davy's Wine Merchants has opened Vintners Lanes , a boutique six-lane Victorian-style bowling alley on Greenwich High Road? Take it from me, it's absolutely stunning - and to complement the experience, fabulous food and drinks to boot!  I've included a few photos here... go on, treat yourself. And congrats to the Davy's team for creating something truly memorable.

Offering ATA Cardholders a 10% discount, The Golden Chippy is a neighbourhood institution. The Golden Chippy makes the best traditional fish & chips ( click here to see some of the rave reviews) that London has to offer and attracts customers from far and wide, seven days a week!

Offering a 15% discount to ATA Cardholders, Lokanta Bar & Grill opened in Greenwich Village in 2021. Offering Modern Turkish cuisine with a lovely garden terrace, Lokanta is a popular destination for couples, families and groups. Lokanta is open every day, including Christmas day and New Years Eve. Don't miss the weekend brunches and (my personal favourite) the shisha selection!

25/0627/F | Proposed installation of Air Source Heat Pumps in training yard adjacent to and at the rear of the existing fire tender bay in acoustic attenuation enclosure and installation of Photovoltaic Cells across multiple flat roofs through out the scheme. | LONDON FIRE BRIGADE, GREENWICH FIRE STATION, 4 BLISSETT STREET, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8UP 25/0666/HD | Construction and extension of front undercroft; landscaping works including paving and construction of bin store; demolition of existing fencing and construction of new front fencing. | 38 ASHBURNHAM GROVE, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8UL 25/0205/F | Replacement of two casement windows at the rear of the property with timber heritage double glazed replacements to match the existing pattern and design. | 4A ASHBURNHAM GROVE, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8UH

A reminder that Greenwich Pub Tours, offering AT residents a 10% discount on tickets, runs wonderful walk-n-talk (n-drink) tours of area pubs. Check the ATA Card page for details on how to access the discount. Interested to see a snippet from a recent tour? Click here !

Did you know that hundreds of National Lottery-funded venues are opening their doors for free - and providing discounts and special offers - all for the price of a lottery ticket or scratchcard? All part of National Lottery Open Week (Saturday, 15 March to Sunday, 23 March). In Greenwich, the Cutty Sark and the Royal Observatory Greenwich are offering 2-for-1 entry. More information can be found by clicking here .

Next Thursday,  @lucycheese  is celebrating St Patrick's Day with  @jjcorrywhiskey  at  @richardfirstpub . Check events on The Cheeseboard's website to book tickets - it's a fantastic event and sold out fast last year. Click here for more details.

THREE WEEKS TO GO  @davyswinevaults  🤩  Wonderful line-up & a beautiful Greenwich venue. Free entry, get reserving your seats from 6.30pm! 🍾 And a reminder - ATA Cardholders receive a 10% discount!

GPD offers a range of services, including GP consultations and weight loss consultations. Click here for more information - and remember, ATA Cardholders receive a 10% discount on many services.

Spread the word far and wide: the next ATA street party is happening! More details to come…. Interested in being a stall holder, sponsor, volunteer or raffle prize donor? Contact ATA Chair Peter Ferenz (petermferenz@gmail.com)

I am pleased to announce that Caffe Papavero , located at Greenwich Railway Station, has joined the ATA Card scheme offering a 15% discount to cardholders! Making  coffees since 2017,  Caffe Papavero operates Bexley, Abbey Wood, Greenwich and Erith railway stations. They offer coffees, pastries and more - make your commute better and stop by!

The next Arts Society Greenwich Art Talk – Art Nouveau in Europe and America Monday 10 th  March   7.30pm start @James Wolfe School, Royal Hill Campus, Royal Hill, Greenwich, SE10 8RZ. (Parking available) Our lecturer this month is Mariska Beekenkamp   For a short moment in time, between Arts & Crafts and Modernity, elegant curvy lines and patterns inspired by nature dominated a new type of art which decorated buildings, interiors and decorative objects. We will look at some of the most aesthetically revolutionary names from this period: Horta, Gaudi, Tiffany, and many more!   Mariska Beekenkamp  read Social Psychology at the University of Amsterdam and was tempted to do a PhD in Decision Making Behaviour. In the end she turned to her true love - the Arts.   ​ Whilst having her three children, she completed her BA and MA in Art History, majoring in The Dutch Baroque Arts from the 17th century at the Courtauld Institute of Arts. She started as a College ...

25/0463/F | Change of use from Ground Floor Community Centre (Use Class F2) to a 3-bedroom family dwellinghouse (Use Class C3), including relevant external changes, such as the replacement and installation of various doors and windows across the building, brick wall infill installed on southern elevation matching existing, construction of a raised patio to provide wheelchair access with handrails/railings, addition of cycle and refuse storage, and the installation of an entrance canopy on the northern elevation and all associated works. | WOODVILLE COURT, 1 BLISSETT STREET, GREENWICH, SE10 8UU More information can be found by clicking here .

25/0592/TC | T1 - Laurel growing in the front garden - To reduce garden side growth by .5m from a current branch length of 3m reducing to 2.5m - To reduce the height by 1m, from a current branch length of 4m reducing to 3m - To reduce the road side and house side by 1m, from a current branch length of 3.5m reducing to 2.5m T2 - olive tree growing in the rear garden growing on the right hand side To prune to reshape into a round shape, as directed onsite T3 - olive tree growing in the rear garden on the left hand side To prune to reshape into a round shape, as directed onsite | 6 ASHBURNHAM GROVE, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8UH More information can be found by clicking here .

25/0624/TC | T1 - Acacia - rear boundary - fell tree Tree has out grown its surroundings and causing problems with neighbours. | 83 ASHBURNHAM GROVE, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8UJ More information can be found by clicking here .

As part of a Royal Borough of Greenwich scrutiny review of the Thames Path, Councillors Pat Slattery and Aidan Smith are hosting a series of Walk & Talks throughout March to explore key sections of the path, hear from local stakeholders, and discuss ways to improve accessibility, safety, and community engagement. They have asked whether any Ashburnham Triangle residents would like to share insights on how the path is used, potential enhancements, and how we can ensure it remains a valued space for all. All walks start at 10am. Walk & Talk Schedule: Saturday 1st March – Deptford Creek → North Greenwich (O2) (~3 miles) Meeting point: Peter the Great statue, 33 Glaisher St, London SE8 3ER (Deptford Creek) Saturday 8th March – North Greenwich → Thames Barrier (~3 miles) Saturday 15th March – Thames Barrier → Woolwich Arsenal (~3 miles) Saturday 22nd March – Woolwich Arsenal → Thamesmead (~3 miles) Each sess...

On 8 February, I posted that 140 ATA Cards had been delivered to area residents. As of today, that number has grown to 180+. Do you have yours yet? please email ATA Chair Peter Ferenz to receive a free card and enjoy the benefits. And tell your neighbours, too!

I am pleased to announce that Coffee & Beyond, located on Greenwich High Road, has joined the ATA Card scheme offering a 15% discount to cardholders on all purchases over  £10! C&B offers a wide range of tasty breakfast, lunch and brunch options. With table service and takeaway available, they also offer customers vegetarian-friendly and vegan options. C&B's full menu can be found by clicking here . 

Hi everyone - a reminder that every Tuesday, the Ashburnham Arms runs a quiz with cash and bonus prizes. With an 8pm start time and £2 entry fee, you can also enjoy Pepina's homemade pizzas - a once-weekly treat!

A recent addition to Greenwich South Street,  Highroad Social is a neighbourhood bistro in the heart of Greenwich serving ingredient-led, modern British dishes sourced from the British Isles, offering a simple, delectable menu with a thoughtfully created wine list championing independent wineries both new and old. The team at Highroad Social want to become a regular destination for locals and visitors alike. To that, end, they have launched the Highroad Social Club, offering membership at various levels with benefits including discounts between 10% and 60%. More information can be found by clicking here .