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Greenwich SDA Church open day, 7 September: all welcome to attend!

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Greenwich SDA Church is having an open day on Sunday, 7 September from 2-6pm. The event is intended to share with our community the history of the church.  In addition, they will be offering health checks, healthy food sampling, family games, activities and much more.  Greenwich SDA Church is a regular contributor to the ATA annual street party and we very much appreciate their participation. If you’re able to attend their open day, please do!

Planning application: 24/0305/F (comments due by 3 September 2025)

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24/0305/F | Construction of a mixed-use development comprising of a 5-storey plus basement building, providing 9 residential units (Use Class C3), a restaurant at ground and basement levels (Use Class E), and an additional commercial unit on the first floor (Use Class E); other associated works. (Reconsultation - Amended Proposal) More information can be found by clicking here . This planning application relates to the at-present undeveloped land adjoining The N orth Pole and facing Norman Road.  The application is for the construction of a  five-storey building with nine flats, basement ,  a ground-floor restaurant and a 1st-floor commercial space. I am happy to submit a comment letter on behalf of the ATA and welcome views from ATA residents on the proposed development. As a reminder, objections need to focus on real and purported violations of planning laws and licensing. You are strongly encouraged to submit your own comments on these plans as well as reach out to ou...

Met Engage: help the Met Police respond to local crime

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At the request of area residents and our Neighbourhood Safety Officer, PC Andrew Nash, I am writing to promote the police's new Met Engage platform which enables residents to stay in touch with local officers and to report crimes more easily. One resident recently experienced the theft of an expensive package from the lower front garden area of their home, though fortunately their Ring camera snapped the thief and ultimately police were able to catch him (he pleaded guilty last week and will be sentenced in September).  This resident initally found it challenging to get in touch with the right police team working their case (a problem I had two years ago in relation to a harassment matter). PC Nash's recommendation is that AT residents to sign up to Met Engage - noting that the more people who join, the more effective the platform becomes. Having signed up myself, the platform allows you to create settings that alert you to news, area developments, specific types of crime, cha...

10 September, 6:30pm: ATA event with Royal Museums Greenwich, hosted by The Ashburnham Arms

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Ashburnham Triangle Association and Royal Museums Greenwich  invite you to a relaxed evening at the Ashburnham Arms! Hear from Iva, Philanthropy Officer, on how your support enables the  Museum to care for the national collection and Isabel, Patrons Manager, to  learn about exclusive behind-the-scenes opportunities. Find out about the  Museum as a charity and stories of their favourite objects. The evening will be an informal opportunity to meet, share ideas, and hear more about Royal Museums Greenwich- from our historic sites and charitable work to the exciting projects we are developing with support from people like you. You can also look forward to: Warm welcome, introductions and free snacks Highlights of what philanthropy helps us achieve Ways to get more involved, from regular giving to patronage A look ahead to upcoming events Time for Q&As and conversation A fun raffle to finish the evening Get a preview of upcoming events this autumn and how, together, w...

New Royal Museums Greenwich offer for AT residents!

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As some will recall, recently Royal Museums Greenwich (RMG) recently extended an offer to AT residents in relation to its  Ocean Court Discovery Day. RMG was delighted to meet ATA members and showcase a bit of what the Museum has been working on in 2025. As a show of their appreciation, RMG would  like to extend ATA members an invite to their upcoming lecture HMS Captain: Technological Triumph to Tragedy for a discounted rate (currently reserved to Museum members only). Explore the story of  HMS Captain  (1869), a revolutionary warship, embodying Victorian Britain’s technological innovation with its rotating armoured turrets, wrought-iron armour, and steam propulsion as well as sails. At first appearance the ship was formidable but, only five months after its commission, on 7 September 1870  HMS Captain  capsized off Cape Finisterre in a severe gale. Only 18 of her crew of nearly 500 officers and men survived. The recent s...

2025 announcement for Greenwich Open Studios: dates and details

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Greenwich Open Studios was founded in 1978. For two weekends every year, the individual studios of artists who live and work in Greenwich & Blackheath area   are open to the public. With exception of the lockdown year of 2020, this has been an annual event which profiles the very best of visual art in Greenwich. You will be able to meet the artists & buy directly from them. The group is comprised of abstract & figurative painters, printmakers, pastel artists,  ceramicists, jewelers  & sculptors selling affordably priced works.   Greenwich Open Studios will be open weekends of September 13th/14th & 20th/21st.  Opening hours are 2-6pm unless stated by individual artists on the brochure.  The website where you can see more of each artists work is  https://www.greenwichopenstudios.co.uk

The Self Space opens in Greenwich!

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The Self Space describes itself as a modern mental health service for everyday people, offering therapy and mental health support that’s as easy to access as a morning coffee. They recently opened a brand new space right here in Greenwich down on 13 Turnpin Lane, SE10 9JA and would love to become part of the fabric of the community. To make that happen, they have asked that the news be shared with the community. The Self Space offers in-person and online therapy, workplace mental health training, and community events. Their new Greenwich space is also a hub for the newly launched Family Therapy offering. If you’re curious (or just fancy a nose around), pop in, say hello, and see the space for yourself. And, if you're happy to pop up any posters or would like some postcards/flyers, please reach out to Adam Downing, Community Lead ( adam.downing@theselfspace.com ) and someone from his team will pop some in for you. W  www.theselfspace.com IG  @theselfspace

New planning application: 25/2507/HD

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25/2507/HD | Construction of a rear extension to the lower ground floor with associated internal alterations. | 61 ASHBURNHAM GROVE, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8UJ More information can be found by clicking here .

New planning application: 25/2503/HD

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25/2503/HD | Construction of a first floor rear extension. | 61 ASHBURNHAM GROVE, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8UJ More information can be found by clicking here .

New dining location - The Greenwich Nest

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If you hadn't heard, a new venue has recently popped up. The Greenwich Nest is located on Victoria Parade, opposite the Greenwich Waitrose. A cafe serving coffees, pastries, breakfast and lunch options, The Greenwich Nest is open Monday-Sunday with last orders taken by 4pm every day. Interested to know more? Click here .

A nighttime economy emerges in Greenwich...

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Did you know that Greenwich now hosts large-scale outdoor music festivals managed by Labyrinth Events? Having been at the show for Empire of the Sun on Saturday night, I can tell you it was a spectacular affair - great sound and visuals, very well run, lots of food and drink options... and fireworks! Only a few more shows remain - check them out! More information can by found by clicking here .

Calling all Twin Peaks fans - 9 August, save the date!

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Diane, this summer, your local Picturehouse. Entering the town of Twin Peaks. Fetch your clairvoyant logs, tape recorders and best friend necklaces - we’re throwing an all-day marathon of Season One of Twin Peaks: David Lynch & Mark Frost’s groundbreaking television masterpiece. Join us for a big day at the movies to solve one of the small screen’s most enduring mysteries: who killed Laura Palmer?  There will be a 15 minute intermission after Episode 2 and a 30 minute interval after Episode 5 . Cherry pie and coffee - as black as midnight on a moonless night or otherwise - available all day long. Want more information? Click here .

Greenwich safety and security - a few FYIs

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Hello everyone, As you may have seen via other social media channels, and heard via word-of-mouth, the Triangle area has seen its fair share of crime recently. Recent activities have included break-ins, attempted break-ins and physical/sexual assault on the streets. Understanding these are stressful events, please remain vigilant and aware of your surroundings. And always, always report crimes to the Met Police - these reported statistics do inform how policing is handled and resources are allocated. More details to come from the July meeting of Greenwich borough representatives and the Met Police at which recent crime and enforcement activities were discussed. In the meantime, if you have questions about security/crime/policing, please see the dedicated "Security" page on the ATA website by clicking here .