This Is Local London

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
This secret castle is perched on one of London's highest hills
Discover Severndroog Castle, the 240-year-old Gothic folly hidden on Shooters Hill, with panoramic views across London and a fascinating history.

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Brent Cross Shopping Centre reveals major brand making a comeback to the mall
Brent Cross Shopping Centre has revealed a major brand is set to make a comeback at the north London mall.

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The little-known free Thames crossing that's older than the Blackwall Tunnel
Discover everything you need to know about the free Woolwich Ferry, including its history, how it works and why it remains part of London's transport network.

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Discover London's 'beautiful' and 'weird' museum that's a true one of a kind
The House of Dreams museum by Stephen Wright in London has been described as "beautiful" and "weird".

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:32:33 +0100
Royal Mail issues notice to anyone writing addresses by hand
Royal Mail has given advice to customers to keep a few things in mind when writing addresses on letters and parcels by hand

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Dartford Crossing drivers face fresh closures with dates revealed - what to know
A vital river crossing in south east London is facing a new round of overnight closures this month.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Calls grow to restore former Bromley pub after Franco Manca closure
News Shopper readers have spoken up on what they think the former Franco Manca restaurant in Bromley should become.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The Croydon food court with robot servers that is worth a second trip
There are not many times I leave somewhere in Croydon already thinking about when I can come back.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Enfield care home resident celebrates 100th birthday
A care home resident has celebrated her 100th birthday surrounded by loved ones and a century of stories.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Shopping park turned into underwater world for a day of sea-themed fun
A shopping park was transformed into an underwater world for a day of ocean-themed fun.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Call for volunteers to help macular disease group
A support group for people living with sight loss is appealing for volunteers to help continue its vital work.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
37 Bromley dancers cast in upcoming production of Giselle
Thirty-seven rising stars from Bromley have been cast in the English Youth Ballet’s upcoming performance of Giselle.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Three fly-tippers ordered to pay more than £2,200 in fines
Three fly-tippers have been told to pay more than £2,200 between them for illegally dumping waste.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Enfield McDonald's reopens after 'reimaging'
A popular fast-food restaurant in Enfield has reopened following a redesign.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100
'I'd heard so much about ABBA Voyage - it was finally my turn to go and try it'
I’d heard so much about ABBA Voyage before going that I wondered whether it could actually live up to the hype.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100
East Croydon trains to face major disruptions this weekend
Several Southern trains from East Croydon will be cancelled, diverted, or replaced by buses this weekend.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 16:48:49 +0100
RECAP updates as police incident shuts busy London road with multiple buses diverted
A police incident has blocked Peckham Hill Street in both directions this afternoon, with several bus routes diverted. Follow our live updates for the latest information.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 13:08:33 +0100
THICK black smoke towers near Luton Airport as major incident declared over HUGE fire
Major fire at bathroom showroom near Luton Airport prompts evacuations and road closures. Bedfordshire Fire Service tackles blaze; residents urged to stay indoors.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 12:25:35 +0100
RECAP updates as MAJOR incident declared after huge fire breaks out near airport
A major incident has been declared as 10 fire engines tackle a large fire at a commercial building near Luton Airport. Homes have been evacuated and residents across five wards are being told to shut windows and doors.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 11:57:56 +0100
Cambridge professor 'couldn't go on' hours before death as PM calls it a 'tragedy'
The death of former Cambridge professor Jason Arday has been described as a "tragedy" by Prime Minister Andy Burnham.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 11:27:22 +0100
Fire causes 'major disruption' to west London train services - Recap
All lines are blocked after a trackside fire in Feltham.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 11:16:44 +0100
Thornton Heath shopfront wrecked as video appears to show car crash through building
Structural collapse damages Thornton Heath shopfront; emergency services cordon area. Video suggests car crash. Latest updates on incident and response.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 10:11:17 +0100
Family 'in shock' as Cambridge professor dies after 'campaign of sustained abuse'
Professor Jason Arday, Cambridge’s youngest black professor, has died aged 41 after a plagiarism row. Family cite sustained abuse; police not treating death as suspicious.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 10:18:33 +0100
'Multi-vehicle crash' CLOSES part of A2 in Kent - Recap
One lane is shut on the A2 near Dartford after a "multi-vehicle crash"

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:58:46 +0100
Trains cancelled from Watford Junction due to 'urgent' track repairs - Recap
There are currently no Southern trains running between Watford Junction and Clapham Junction.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:35:44 +0100
Heathrow issues 'must not travel by road' warning as flooding shuts terminal access
Flooding at Heathrow Airport has closed roads to Terminals 2 and 3. Passengers urged to use Heathrow Express, Elizabeth Line or Piccadilly Line rail services.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:07:49 +0100
RECAP updates as police incident shuts busy Orpington High Street with buses diverted
A police incident has blocked Orpington High Street in both directions this morning, with multiple bus routes being diverted. Follow our live updates for the latest information.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Think you know your movies? Take this London film quiz to test your film knowledge
Think you know your movies? Take this London film quiz to find out your score.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
London coffee shop named one of the UK's most popular independents
A coffee shop in London has been named one of the UK's most popular independent cafés, beating more than 100 rivals from across the country.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Inside the floating bakery with 'delightful' waterfront views and 'delicious' meals
The Pavilion Cafe in London has been described as delightful and delicious. Here's why.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
How engineers drilled under south London railway without stopping trains
Trains and trams continued running above ground while engineers drilled a new high-voltage cable route beneath a busy south London railway line as part of a £7 million power upgrade.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Waltham Forest College has won national recognition
A college has been recognised for its excellence in developing the essential skills students need for the future

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The London walk ranked the city's best starts near The Shard
Four of London's five favourite train-accessible walks follow the River Thames, according to new research, with a route linking The Shard and Millennium Bridge taking the top spot.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
REVEALED - exact start date for two-year TfL works at Brent Cross Flyover
Drivers warned to expect delays as Transport for London (TfL) begins major works to renew and strengthen the A41 Brent Cross Flyover next month.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Newham graduate launches creative venture to boost children's confidence
A Newham-based entrepreneur has launched a creative venture to help young people build confidence through arts, crafts, and entrepreneurship

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
I visited one of the UK's best-rated seaside towns but does it live up to the hype?
I visited the seaside town of Folkestone, which is often rated among the UK's best, to see if it is worth the hype. Here's what I found.

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0100
Travel chaos as Bexley and Lewisham trains hit with disruption this weekend
Several Southeastern trains will be cancelled, diverted, or replaced by buses this weekend.

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0100
Greenwich-born Shaun Wright-Phillips joins Strictly Come Dancing 2026 line-up
A Greenwich-born football star will swap the pitch for the ballroom when Strictly Come Dancing returns this September.

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:00:00 +0100
Deptford estate hounded by debt collectors and £100 fines after parking mishap
Residents on a south east London estate say they are being left anxious about visiting family and struggling to find spaces despite holding valid parking permits.

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100
The huge free summer fete coming to Deptford this weekend with live music and DJs
A summer celebration of community, creativity, and culture will light up Deptford this weekend.

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100
New sushi restaurant opens TOMORROW in Eltham with free food
A new sushi restaurant is bringing Japanese flavours to Eltham High Street.

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0100
Woman admits dishonesty about her savings to claim unentitled Universal Credit
A woman from Mitcham admitted dishonestly when claiming Universal Credit.

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Warning issued as 7 South London bus routes hit by Arriva strikes - find out here
More than 1,500 bus drivers are set to take part in industrial action over working conditions, with disruption expected across dozens of bus routes in London, including some serving South London.

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:45:00 +0100
The most expensive Sutton streets where some houses sell for £2 MILLION revealed
Sutton’s most expensive streets have been revealed, with homes on one road selling for an average of almost £2 million.

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:46:38 +0100
Beckenham maths teacher who sexually assaulted child banned from schools
Daniel Ata-Baah from Beckenham has been banned from teaching after he sexually assaulted a child.

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
This Beloved Deptford pub which is known for live music is now up for let
A long-standing pub known for its live music and creative atmosphere is now available to let.

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:03:13 +0100
Man rushed to major trauma centre after late-night stabbing in Islington
A man was taken to hospital after a stabbing in Islington late on August 13.

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:44:24 +0100
Photos from scene show south London blaze hours before nationwide wildfire alert
Images have emerged online showing a small building fire in Sutton.

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:39:46 +0100
PM Andy Burnham speaks out on urgent wildfire alerts for 'tinderbox' Britain
Millions of people are set to receive an emergency phone alert warning of wildfire risks.

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:09:14 +0100
Shrieking emergency phone alert sounds across England in wildfire warning
A national wildfire alert has been issued due to a very high risk of fires.

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