This Is Local London

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 09:06:19 +0100
Woman raped by several men outside church after leaving Epsom nightclub
A woman in her 20s was raped by several men outside a chruch after leaving a nightclub in Epsom.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Greenwich bar could become cafe or flats
Two planning applications for the Belushi's bar site in Greenwich High Road - Belushi's bar - are among the latest batch of plans submitted to Greenwich Council.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Local site could be rebuilt as 4‑storey commercial and residential block
A stretch of London Road could be set for a major transformation, with plans submitted to demolish existing buildings among this weeks planning submissions.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0100
All the planning applications submitted to Barking & Dagenham Council
Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Barking and Dagenham Council.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
The lost open air swimming pool in a north London park
An open‑air pool once operated in Gladstone Park for more than 80 years but has since been grassed over.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Death notices and funeral announcements from the Your Local Guardian
Last week, Your Local Guardian published 1 death notice.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Immense six-bedroom home where folding doors make the party even larger
A detached property with six bedrooms and a separate self-contained annexe has been listed for sale in Chipstead.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The blue plaques on London buildings that honour people of the past
Across London the English Heritage blue plaque scheme honours figures of the past

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The surprising wild escape near London where history hides in the trees
The Gunpowder Mills in Lee Valley have announced opening details for 2026, with a range of new events on offer for guests to enjoy

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Discover the 'beautiful' and 'tranquil' medieval village just 50 minutes from London
Medieval village Aylesford in Kent, which is 50 minutes from London, has been named among the "prettiest".

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The south east London suburb which was once known as Cabbage Island
We take a look back at the history of Slade Green, which was once known as Cabbage Island.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The free vintage market with 'one-of-a-kind finds' taking over a London brewery
Go East Vintage, a free flea market is coming to Camden Town Brewery later this month.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The behind-the-scenes museum tour so popular that there is a waiting list
The Postal Museum's museum store is opening to the public for the first time in over a decade with behind-the-scenes tours.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Historic London pub on sale for almost £1 million with possible redevelopment plans
A historic Plumstead pub, Who’d A Thought It, remains on the market for £995,000, with potential redevelopment plans still under consideration.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The unique Hampstead home with fascinating history as place of worship
A converted Hampstead property that was once a mission hall is on the market for £5m

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
London to get new immersive museum of illusions with mind-bending exhibits
The Museum of Illusions is opening in London this May, offering interactive exhibits, mind-bending displays and immersive experiences for all ages.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:58:39 +0100
Major disruption at London Bridge station due to tresspaser on tracks
Commuters are facing major disruption at London Bridge station due to a trespasser on the tracks.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:50:12 +0100
Major train disruption at London St Pancras after 'loss of power'
Major delays are expected on the East Midlands Railway until the evening to London St Pancras due to “loss of power”.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:41:41 +0100
Everything we know as teen fights for life after assault outside Sidcup restaurant
We have gathered eveything we know far after a teenager was assaulted outside a restaurant in Sidcup.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:29:13 +0100
Family of schoolboy shot dead in Woolwich ‘living in fear' and unable to leave house
The family of 14-year-old boy shot dead in Woolwich have reportedly been unable to leave the house in fear.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 14:19:19 +0100
‘Poisoned’ meat with toxins left to ‘harm dogs and foxes’ in London parks
Dog walkers have been warned of meat poisoned with toxins potentially being left deliberately to harm dogs and foxes in London parks.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:48:51 +0100
Woman dies after dog attack near London Stansted Airport
A woman has died after a dog attack near London Stansted Airport.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:35:44 +0100
Three arrested as teen fights for life after assault outside restaurant in Sidcup
Three people have been arrested after a teen was left fighting for his life following an assault outside a restaurant in Sidcup.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:17:02 +0100
Teenager fighting for life after assault outside Greek restaurant
A teenager is fighting for his life in hospital after an assault outside a Greek restaurant in Sidcup.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:10:52 +0100
Cars surrounded by youths as windows smashed during clash in Beckenham
Cars were being driven towards dozens of youths during a clash in Beckenham Place Park.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 12:50:00 +0100
Man, 21, killed in Primrose Hill stabbing ‘grandson of famous cinematographer‘
Finbar Sulllivan, who was stabbed to death in Primrose Hill, was the grandson of a cinematographer who worked on major blockbusters.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Bromley and Lewisham trains cancelled this Sunday
Bromley and Lewisham Southeastern trains will be cancelled this Sunday.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Boarded-up pub up for sale with plans to add flats while restoring it
The Talbot pub in Acton is on the market for around £900,000, with plans to add flats while restoring the historic venue.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Tube and Overground closures confirmed — here are the dates lines will shut
Major London Tube closures: District, Piccadilly, DLR and Elizabeth lines disrupted 18–19 April. Check affected stations, closures and travel updates for weekend.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:52:35 +0100
Two arrested after man stabbed to death near busy market
Two men have been arrested after a fatal stabbing among crowds near a busy market in Shadwell.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:45:03 +0100
Heartbreaking tributes to 'beautiful' family who died after pony and trap Kent crash
Heartbreaking tributes have been paid to a "beautiful" family who died following a pony and trap crash in Kent.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:38:07 +0100
Two arrested after man, 21, killed in Primrose Hill stabbing
Two men have been arrested after the fatal stabbing of Finbar Sullivan in Primrose Hill.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:10:42 +0100
Major police presence with multiple cordons in place outside shops in Sidcup
A major police presence has been pictured dealing with an incident outside a row of shops in Sidcup.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:58:48 +0100
Crime scene in place after teen assaulted outside restaurant in Sidcup
A crime scene is in place outside a row of shops in Sidcup.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:21:16 +0100
Man stabbed to death near busy market named and pictured for first time
A man stabbed to death among crowds near a busy market in Shadwell has been named and pictured.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:09:13 +0100
Mum dies in hospital eight days after pony and trap crash in Kent
A mum has died in hospital eight days after a crash involving a tipper truck and a pony and trap in Kent.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Railway station development moves forward as new details submitted
Plans linked to improvements at Lea Bridge Railway Station in Leyton, are among the latest planning applications received by Waltham Forest Council.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0100
All the planning applications submitted to Sutton Council
Plans to significantly enlarge a previously approved new home in Wallington are among the latest batch of applications submitted to Sutton Council.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Seven Hampstead locations from famous films that you can visit
Over the years the beauty of Hampstead and the surrounding Heath has drawn Hollywood film makers to the north London neighbourhood.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The 'forgotten canal' which once ran through south London
The Grand Surrey Canal once ran through Peckham, shaping streets, parks and railways—its hidden route is still visible across southeast London.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The Victorian home with panoramic city views and 'rooftop like no other'
An elegant Victorian home with period character and roof terrace views across London could be yours for £2,350,000.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Two London parks ranked among UK’s most popular spring walks
Richmond Park and Hampstead Heath have been named the UK’s best spring walks, topping a new list based on popularity and reviews.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The adorable former stray tabby cat like 'putty in your hands' needs London home
Windermere, who arrived as a stray at a London cat centre is now looking for a new home.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
This 'lovely' hidden gem National Trust site in London has been ranked UK's best
Rainham Hall in East London has been named among the UK's best National Trust properties. Find out why.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Care home invites community to Parkinson’s awareness afternoon
A Golders Green care home is inviting the community to a Parkinson’s awareness afternoon later this month

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Three stunning south east London gardens to see wisteria this spring
South east London is home to some true gems when it comes to seeing wisteria.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The architecture students helping turn a church into a community museum
Architecture students have been given the chance to use their skills to transform St Mary's Church interior into a community museum.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
TikTok‑famous Crystal Palace bakery named in prestigious food guide
A popular bakery in south London made famous by TikTok has been named as one of the UK’s best.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:12:33 +0100
Broadcaster Eamonn Holmes recovering in hospital after stroke
GB News presenter Eamonn Holmes is recovering from a stroke in hospital.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 06:37:02 +0100
The Inbetweeners is 'returning to screens' with new revival after 16 years
The E4 show, The Inbetweeners, is returning to screens with a brand new revival for the first time in 16 years.

home