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New area charity: MammaKind, Norman Road

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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 .

Thames Path improvements: have your say

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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 .

3 April cocktail reception: all AT residents invited to attend!

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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!

Upcoming events at Highroad Social

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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...

Feeling confident? This Wednesday, quiz at the Greenwich Picturehouse!

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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.

Is it too early to start thinking about the next Sunday roast?

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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 Greenwich Dog Show is back! Sunday, May 25...

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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

Looking for something fun (and local) to do this weekend?

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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.

ATA Card spotlight: Golden Chippy

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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!

ATA Card spotlight: Lokanta Bar & Grill

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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!

New AT area planning applications filed - details/links in post

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

Greenwich Pub Tours - happening every month!

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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 !

Visit Hundreds Of UK Heritage Sites For FREE, starting this weekend!

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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 .

Attention cheese lovers: popular local event next week!

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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.

Bright Nights live music series at Davy's Wine Vaults

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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!

Greenwich Private Doctors: ATA Card scheme sponsor and new local business

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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.

Save the date: Our next street party on 8 June!

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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)