Alton events archive

Past events and consultation activity for the Alton regeneration scheme. View current events to see what is upcoming.

Roehampton Christmas Market - Stallholder call out

If you are a baker, craft maker or local organisation looking to sell your homemade goods, or raise funds, how about taking a stall at the Roehampton Christmas Market?

The market will take place on Saturday 7 December 2024 from 2 to 4pm. Stalls are £20 each.

Contact Jo Baxter for more information.

Designing Danebury

As part of the Alton Renewal Plan proposals you are invited to the first workshop, which is focused on the Danebury area. Please join us to help shape the plans for the future of housing, shops, community and open spaces.

  • Date: Saturday 16 and Tuesday 19 November 2024
  • Time: 11am (16 November) and 3pm (19 November)
  • Location: Roehampton Library

Refreshments will be provided.

Chocolate & beyond

A brilliant opportunity to unwind and learn to create your own cocoa body scrub, hot chocolate stirrers and homemade chocolates.

Brought to you by the @sanctuary4sisterhood and supported by the Alton Renewal team, this free class is available for women only.

  • Date: Monday 11 November 2024
  • Time: 10.30am to 12:30pm
  • Location: Alton Arts Hub, Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

Community BlueScapes are Coming to the Alton

Community BlueScapes create neighbourhoods that work for people and nature. Join them for a day of family-friendly activities including:

  • Family crafts and fun
  • Nature tables
  • Giveaways and more
  • Free lunch and refreshments

Find out how you can help Community BlueScapes to create the neighbourhoods of the future.

  • Date: Saturday 9 November 2024
  • Time: 11am to 3pm
  • Location: Portswood Place

Pottery workshop

You are invited to come along to a series of pottery workshops.

The workshops are brought to you by @sanctuary4sisterhood and supported by the Alton Renewal team.

  • Date: Every Thursday, starting 24 October 2024
  • Time: 11am to 1pm
  • Location: Alton Arts Hub, 6 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

For more information and to book your place, contact 07857 060711 or email info@sanctuaryforsisterhood.co.uk.

Free English for speakers of other languages (ESOL) lessons

This is available to those who have English as their second language.

Would you like to be able to:

  • Develop your vocabulary and grammar
  • Write formal letters and fill in forms
  • Improve your fluency and accuracy in speaking

You can learn ESOL on the Alton Estate and the course is free.

  • Date: Thursdays, during term time
  • Time: 1 to 3pm
  • Location: Alton Arts Hub, 6 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

Halloween party

We invite you to join our Halloween party!

Come along for some crafting, cake decorating, face painting and refreshments.

Fancy dress is encouraged and there will be a prize for the best dressed child under 5 and best dressed child over 5.

There will also be a chance to view and comment on the plans for the Roehampton Community Hub and Village Square.

  • Date: Wednesday 30 October 2024
  • Time: 2.30 to 4pm
  • Location: Roehampton Library

Make up masterclass

You are invited to come and learn how to use your make up to enhance your natural beauty.

This make up masterclass, with an expert from MAC is brought to you by @santurary4sisterhood and is supported by the Alton Renewal team.

  • Date: Thursday 17 October
  • Time: 11am to 1pm
  • Location: Alton Arts Hub, 6 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

Meet the design team

We are pleased to announce we have selected an experienced design team to guide the Alton Renewal Plan housing proposals. 

HTA Design and their team of architects, planners and designers have substantial experience working with residents and communities. 

We'd love you to meet the team. Join us for an introductory event:

Refreshments and activities for children will be provided.

Chantelle's charity cheese board

Join us for a night of cheese, wine, and cheesy pop to raise money for Chantelle's Community Kitchen.

Tickets are £10 waged or £5 unwaged and include two glasses of wine or soft drinks, a cheese board and nibbles. All money raised will help to provide free, homemade, nutritious meals for the community.

Additional wine and soft drinks will be available to purchase on the night.

  • Date: Friday 11 October
  • Time: 6 to 9pm
  • Location: The pop up cheese room and cheesy lounge will be at 4-6 Portswood Place

Booking is required, so secure your tickets now.

Free vintage collage workshop

As part of Sustainable September, we are hosting two free vintage collage workshops.

Come and make your own vintage paper collage and learn about recycling waste paper into unique, fun pieces of art.

  • Date: Saturday 21 September
  • Time:
    • 10 to 11.30am - women only session
    • 12.30 to 2pm - 16 to 18 year olds session
  • Location: Alton Arts Hub, 6 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

Places are limited, so booking for the event is advised. 

Free drama classes for kids aged 5+

Anyone with children aged five and over, who like to put on a performance, may be interested to hear that we will be offering FREE drama classes!

All classes will be lead by On The Clouds Kids.

  • Dates: Saturday 14 and Saturday 21 September
  • Time: 11am to 12pm
  • Location: Roehampton Library

There will also be the opportunity for parents to view and comment on the proposals for the Roehampton Community Hub building and Village Square, as part of the Early Improvement Plans for the Alton estate.

Afternoon tea

Join us for an Afternoon Tea in aid of breast cancer awareness. Feel free to bring along a cake, biscuits, or something savoury.

  • Date: Wednesday 28 August
  • Time: 2 to 3.30pm
  • Location: Roehampton Library

Run, Walk, Scoot

The 2024 'Run, Walk, Scoot' event has been scheduled for Thursday 15 August 2024. This year's event starts anytime from 2pm and finishes by 4pm.

Participants are asked to visit five different locations:

  • The Alton Primary School on Danebury Avenue
  • Portswood Space in Portswood Place
  • Alton Activity Centre on Harbridge Avenue
  • Heathmere Primary School on Alton Road
  • The Rainbow Steps at the top of Danebury Avenue

Those taking part are invited to start wherever they like, pick up a stamp at each of the venues, and finish at the Rainbow Steps on Danebury Avenue. 

Routes are not marshalled and entrants are responsible for their own safety. All entrants finish at the Rainbow Steps on Danebury Avenue.

Super Fruit Club

You are invited to join the Super Fruit Club. 

There will be free fruit themed crafting and fresh fruit dishes for kids to create.

  • Date: Tuesday 13 and Tuesday 20 August
  • Time: 11am to 1pm
  • Location: Alton Arts Hub, 6 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

Design and Build a Bug Hotel

Come along to help create a beautiful bug hotel to feature in Roehampton Gate Garden at Richmond Park.

This session is brought to you by the Alton Renewal Team and the Royal Parks.

  • Date: Tuesday 13 August
  • Time: 2 to 4pm
  • Location: Alton Arts Hub, 6 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

Alton Youth Advisory Panel launch

Are you aged 10 to 18? Do you want to help shape the Alton Renewal Plans?

The Alton Renewal Team is launching the Alton Advisory Panel at the Big Day Out. Come along and learn about your area and find out how you can help shape the designs of the Alton Renewal Project. We will be offering a £20 gift voucher and certificate of participation after each session.

Contact the Alton Renewal Team for more information by email altonrenewal@wandsworth.gov.uk or by calling 020 8871 6207.

  • Date: Saturday 10 August
  • Time: 12 noon
  • Location: 6 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

Big Day Out

You are invited to join the first birthday celebrations of Chantelle's Community Kitchen.

  • Date: Saturday 10th August
  • Time: From 1pm
  • Location: Portswood Place

There will be a free BBQ, DJ, face painting and sun catcher making. If you are able to bring along plain trainers, there will also be trainer decorating.

From 3.30pm, Nolita Golding will be performing two salsa themed sets, with salsa dance classes available.

Metal Detector Club

Residents are invited to come along to give metal detecting a go. 

Metal detectors and spades will be provided.

  • Date: Wednesday 7 August
  • Time: 2.30pm
  • Location: Portswood Place

The event will be followed by refreshments.

Free Mega Skip on the Alton Estate

Mega Skip Days help cut down on fly tipping and provide local residents with an opportunity to dispose of bulky items for free. Mega Skip Days have helped lead to a 16% reduction in fly-tipping.

  • Date: Saturday 27 July
  • Time: 9am to 12 noon (or until the skip is full)
  • Location: Hyacinth Road, SW15 4LH

Alton community drop-in

You're invited to find out more about our Alton Renewal Plan.

You will be able to speak face-to-face with Wandsworth Council Leader Simon Hogg, Fleur Anderson, MP for Roehampton and your local councillors.

You will also be able to talk to council staff about housing, street cleaning and issues that matter to you. Representatives from the Police will also be available to talk about community safety.

  • Date: Saturday 13 July
  • Time: 12 noon to 2pm
  • Location: Roehampton Sports and Fitness Centre

Yoga Bedtime Stories

You are invited to book a free ticket to yoga bedtime stories.

As part of the Wandsworth Arts Fringe, supported by Wandsworth Council, we will be bringing magical stories to life through yoga, drama and play. This perfect pre-bedtime activity is suitable for adults and children from 6 months to 11 years old.

  • Date: Wednesday 19, Thursday 20, and Friday 21 June
  • Time: 6.45pm
  • Location: Alton Arts Hub in Portswood Place

One ticket admits one adult and one child.

Contact On the Clouds Kids for more information and tickets on 07383 095318.

Grow Roehampton Street Band Procession

The Grow Roehampton Street Band, made up of talented young musicians from local primary schools, bring brass, wind and marching drums to the streets of Roehampton in another colourful musical display, inspired by New Orleans Jazz music traditions.

  • Date: Monday 17 June
  • Time: 5 to 6 pm
  • Location: Starts from outside Roehampton Library

The Street Band Procession event forms part of Wandsworth Arts Fringe, supported by Wandsworth Council.

Olly Blackman, Wandsworth Music tutor and Hackney Colliery Band Drummer, leads the ensemble of wind, brass and drum players from Granard and Heathmere Primary and Ibstock Junior School.

The group performed as part of Wandsworth Arts Fringe 2023, processing along Danebury Avenue in the heart of Roehampton, and pulling in many unsuspecting shoppers and a crowd of family and friends, for an unforgettable and joyous performance.

Euro Cup 2024 celebration

Come along to design football boots and create supporters' flags.

  • Date: Tuesday 11 June
  • Time: 4 to 5pm
  • Location: Alton Arts Hub, 6 Portswood Place

Spreading the joy - across the universe! 

Group 64 Theatre for Young People are presenting a new professional show for children aged 3 to 8.

Tickets are free.

  • Date: Saturday 8 June
  • Time: 11am
  • Location: Bull Green - Downshire Field

The show is a Wandsworth Arts Fringe event, supported by Wandsworth Council.

Meet Hatty the Hedgehog and all her woodland friends

Once upon a time, in a vibrant forest filled with tall trees and colourful flowers, there lived a friendly hedgehog named Hatty.

Hatty was not your ordinary hedgehog - she had multi-coloured fluffy spikes that stood out amongst the greenery. You are invited to come along to meet Hatty and her woodland friends.

  • Date: Tuesday 28 May
  • Time: 2 to 3.30pm
  • Location: Roehampton Library

Children will be able to decorate Hatty and her woodland friends, bringing them to life before listening to a story about what Hatty and her friends get up to. All attendees will receive an animal mask.

Going back to my youth

You are invited to revisit your youth and get into the groove! If you're over 60, you can join DJ Decades for a trip through the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s.

Please bring your own drinks. Free hot dogs and nibbles will be provided.

For more information, email Jo Baxter or call Steve or Toni-Ann on 020 8871 7358.

  • Date: Friday 26 April
  • Time: 5 to 8pm
  • Location: Manresa Clubroom on Fontley Way, SW15 4LY

Spreading the joy (across the universe)

Group 64 Theatre for Young People is presenting a new professional show for children.

Spreading the joy is suitable for children aged three to eight. 

  • Date: Wednesday 10 April
  • Time: 11am
  • Location: Alton Arts Hub, 6 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED
  • Price: Tickets are free, although booking is advised

To book email info@putneyartstheatre.org.uk.

The show is supported by the London Community Foundation and the Alton Regeneration Team.

Metal Detector Club

It's the school holidays, which means it's time for Metal Detector Club! Metal detectors and spades will be provided. The event will be followed by refreshments.

  • Date: Tuesday 9 April
  • Time: Meet at 2.30pm
  • Location: Alton Arts Hub, 6 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

Egg-tastic event

You are invited to attend an Egg-tastic event, hosted jointly by the Alton Regeneration team and Roehampton Library. There will be crafting and a scavenger hunt.

  • Date: Wednesday 3 April
  • Time: Between 3 and 4pm for the under 5s. Between 4 and 5pm for the over 5s. If you have children in both age groups, please attend the session from 3 to 4pm.
  • Location: Roehampton Library, 2 Danebury Avenue, SW15 4HD

International Women's Day

SW15 Women's Network invites you to 'WOMEN on STAGE' - an evening of song, dance and spoken word from inspirational local women.

  • Date: Wednesday 6 March
  • Time: 6 to 9pm
  • Location: Alton Community Hall, 1 Petersfield Rise, London, SW15 4AE

There will be a free international buffet and children's fancy dress based on a country of their choice. Everyone is welcome!

Love is Al-ton around!

Let's celebrate Valentine's Day! You are invited to come along to Roehampton Library, where you can decorate heart biscuits, design a Valentine's Day card, and add a message to our love wall. Everyone is welcome.

  • Date: Wednesday 14 February
  • Time: 2 to 4pm
  • Location: Roehampton Library, 2 Danebury Avenue, SW15 4HD

Alton Arts Hub relaunch

The Alton Arts Hub has had a makeover, and we are very excited to invite you to our relaunch.

Gone is the luminous green toilet and tired looking interior. In its place are freshly painted walls, new flooring, a fancy toilet, and a homely feel. Alongside our regular programme of activities, we hope the space will be used by the community to host events, meetings and shows.

We are opening our doors and hope you will be able to drop in and join us for one of our activities and enjoy some refreshments.

On the day you will be able to sign up for the forthcoming free Re:Create workshops which will teach you how to make gonks, weave baskets from old magazines, learn papier-mache skills and decorate plant pots. All classes will use recycled or upcycled materials and are suitable for anyone aged 10 + (due to needles and scissors).

You can also become part of our ‘ALTON’ collage. We will be taking thermal images of our guests and using the images to create the letters to spell out Alton. Thermal imaging doesn’t use ink so is better for the environment.

There will be wool and ribbon available, so you can create a small woven mat to take home. You can also make a decorative lamp.

We look forward to welcoming you!

  • Date: Tuesday 13 February
  • Time: 2 to 3.30pm
  • Location: Alton Arts Hub, 6 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

Women only wetland wander

Join local women for a guided wander into Richmond Park and meal on World Wetlands Day.

Our guide will share some of the local nature hotspots along the way and explore the role that water has in shaping the landscape.

Attendees will have the option to stay on and have a free meal (donations are appreciated if you feel able).

Email communitybluescapes@richmond.gov.uk to register.

  • Date: Friday 2 February
  • Time: Leaving 10.30am, returning before midday for lunch
  • Location: Leaving and returning to Alton Arts Hub, 6 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

Free English for speakers of other languages (ESOL) lessons

This is available to those who have English as their second language.

Would you like to be able to:

  • Develop your vocabulary and grammar
  • Write formal letters and fill in forms
  • Improve your fluency and accuracy in speaking

Learn ESOL on the Alton Estate. This is a free course.

  • Date: Thursday 18 January
  • Time: 1pm
  • Location: Alton Arts Hub, 6 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

Roehampton Christmas Market 2023

Roehampton's popular Christmas Market returns!

Come along to visit Santa's Grotto, check out the stalls, take part in free crafting activities and enjoy the refreshments and entertainment on offer.

  • Date: Saturday 9 December
  • Time: 1 to 3pm
  • Location: Portswood Place, SW15

Over 55s Countdown to Christmas party

Come along to the Over 55's Countdown to Christmas Party.

There will be a buffet and dancing with DJ Decades. Please don't forget to bring your own drinks!

  • Date: Friday 1 December
  • Time: 5 to 8pm
  • Location: Manresa Clubroom, Fontley Way, SW15 4LY

Christmas tree light switch-on and school lantern parade

Come along and join us to see the Christmas tree light switch-on and school lantern parade.

This popular annual event will be attended by the Mayor of Wandsworth. Entertainment will be provided by local singers Nolita Golding and Claire Doran.

  • Date: Thursday 30 November
  • Time: From 3.30pm
  • Location: Corner of Danebury Avenue and Holybourne Avenue

Launch of Wandsworth's Night Time Strategy

After two years of work, Wandsworth Council is launching its first ever Night Time Strategy to help improve the night-time between 6pm and 6am, and you are invited to the launch party! There will be speeches, an interactive exhibition and refreshments.

If you'd like to come along to the launch, please RSVP to nts@wandsworth.gov.uk.

  • Date: Wednesday 29 November 2023
  • Time: 7pm
  • Location: Wandsworth Town Hall

Halloween half term party

Join us for face painting, crafting, games and refreshments. Prizes for the spookiest and cutest costumes!

  • Date: Thursday 26 October
  • Time: 2.30 to 4pm
  • Location: Portswood Space (4 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED)

Half term bulb planting

October half term is approaching, which can only mean one thing....bulb planting is back!

  • Date: Wednesday 25 October
  • Time: 2.30pm
  • Location: Meet at Portswood Space, SW15 4ED

All welcome. Gloves and spades will be provided. After planting refreshments will be served.

New over 60s coffee morning

We're starting a new coffee morning for the over 60s and we hope you will come along and join us. The coffee mornings provide an opportunity to meet new friends, enjoy free hot and cold drinks and biscuits and play various board games.

  • Date: Every Friday starting 6 October
  • Time: Between 12 noon and 1pm
  • Location: Portswood Space (4 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED)

Wandsworth's first mobile youth centre

We are excited to announce Wandsworth's first mobile youth centre. The bus will enable us to reach young people wherever they are in Wandsworth - making sure they have access to up-to-date information on education, mental and sexual health services as well as somewhere to relax and socialise.

You are invited to come along to the launch event. Refreshments will be provided and everyone is welcome to come and celebrate!

  • Date: Monday 18 September 2023
  • Time: 4 to 6pm
  • Location: Alton Arts Hub, 6 Portswood Place, Roehampton SW15 4ED

For further information, contact Charlotte Mancey.

Run, Walk, Scoot

The 2023 'Run, Walk, Scoot' event has been scheduled for Sunday 17 September 2023. This year's event starts anytime from 11am and finishes by 1pm.

Participants are asked to visit five different locations this year:

  • The Alton Primary School on Danebury Avenue
  • Portswood Space in Portswood Place
  • Alton Activity Centre on Harbridge Avenue
  • Heathmere Primary School on Alton Road
  • The rainbow steps at the top of Danebury Avenue

Those taking part are invited to start wherever they like, pick up a stamp at each of the venues listed above, and finish at the rainbow steps on Danebury Avenue.

Routes are not marshalled and entrants are responsible for their own safety. All entrants finish at the rainbow steps on Danebury Avenue.

Free drama classes

Anyone with children, aged 5 and over, who like to put on a performance may be interested to hear that we will be offering FREE drama classes at Portswood Space (4 Portswood Place).

All classes will be lead by On The Clouds Kids and will take place on the following dates and times:

  • Monday 24 July, 3.30 to 4.30pm
  • Tuesday 1 August, 4.30 to 5.30pm
  • Tuesday 29 August, 3.30 to 4.30pm

South Asian art exhibition

Throughout South Asian Heritage Month, Age UK Wandsworth has been running a series of weekly workshops on South Asian art, inviting elders from the South Asian community in Wandsworth to explore creativity and tell stories through painting and drawing.

These workshops have been leading up to a public show. Please come along and see the paintings produced by talented artists, who have been busy exploring and celebrating South Asian art.

Event details:

  • Date: Wednesday 23 to Sunday 27 August 2023
  • Time:
    • 9.30am to 12pm (Wednesday 23 August for quieter visiting hours)
    • 12.30 to 3pm (Wednesday 23 to Thursday 24 August for public viewings)
  • Location: Alton Arts Hub, 6 Portswood Place, London, SW15 4ED

Unless you are visiting on Wednesday 23 or Thursday 24 August, the show is open by private appointment only.

If you would like to arrange a private viewing, please email outreach@ageukwandsworth.org.uk or call 020 8187 1717 to organise a time to visit.

Planting up the Baths

Help us convert four old tin baths into beautiful upcycled planters. All tools will be provided for the planting session. Everyone welcome.

Event details:

  • Date: Friday 18 August
  • Time: 12 noon
  • Location: 'Welcome to Roehampton' mural by the Rainbow Steps the corner of Danebury Avenue and Roehampton Lane

Flash Mob Summer Salsa Party

The SW15 Women's Network presents the Flash Mob Summer Salsa Party!

Come and enjoy live singing and dancing at this FREE event. Dance lessons provided. Beginners encouraged.

Event details:

  • Date: Wednesday 16 August
  • Time: From 4pm
  • Location: The rainbow steps at the top of Danebury Avenue

Make and Create

If you would like to improve your crafting skills, or find something to occupy the kids over the summer holidays, we are offering two Make and Create sessions that we're sure you will enjoy.

Our sessions, which are suitable for ages 5+, will be hosted at Portswood Space, 4 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED.

  • On Thursday 10 August, we will be offering the opportunity to make a purse or a puppet
  • On Thursday 17 August, you will learn how to tie dye

Each session is open from 2.30 to 4pm, and there's no need to book in advance.

Metal Detector Club

Join us for another session of the Metal Detector Club. Metal detectors and spades will be provided. The event will be followed by refreshments.

  • Date: Wednesday 9 August
  • Time: 2.30pm
  • Location: Portswood Space, 4 Portswood Place

Summer party for the over 60s

You are invited to a summer party where DJ Decades will be playing your favourite summer tunes. Rah Rah Theatre will present a summer sing-along, comedy and dance show.

A buffet will be provided, along with soft drinks, and you are welcome to bring your own alcohol.

  • Date: Friday 4 August
  • Time: Between 4 and 8pm
  • Location: Manresa Clubroom, Fontley Way, SW15 4LY

Women's 2023 World Cup celebration

Join us to decorate team flags and design football kits.

Event details:

  • Date: Thursday 13 July
  • Time: Between 3.30 and 4.30pm
  • Location: Portswood Space (4 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED)

Braving the shave

Symone from the Alton community is braving the shave for her wonderful nan who is being cared for by Macmillan nurses.

Come along to show some support, enjoy some cakes and music, and see Symone go bald!

  • Date: Friday 7 July
  • Time: 4pm
  • Location: Portswood Space (4 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED)

Alton - A Place I Call Home

'Alton - A Place I Call Home' is a community-devised theatre piece that seeks to explore the history and stories behind the Alton Estate. It will delve deep into the lives of various residents, young and old alike.

G64 Theatre Company's Directors have been working with children from Heathmere Primary School, along with teenagers, adults and older people, to understand what it really means to be from Alton!

Join us as we uncover the stories etched into the walls of these tower blocks, and the memories of the communities that call the place home.

Event details:

  • Date: Saturday 10 June 2023
  • Times: 2 and 4pm
  • Location: Downshire Field (Bull Green)
  • Details: Free, no booking required

  • Date: Sunday 25 June 2023
  • Time: 7.45pm
  • Location: Putney Arts Theatre
  • Details: Free, but booking is required. Email info@putneyartstheatre.org.uk or call 020 8788 6943 or visit the G64 website.

Country Roads

Country Roads is a free show for the over 55s, featuring cow boys and cow girls who sing and dance their way through all the country and western greatest hits.

The show is guaranteed to have audiences laughing, singing, and possibly even dancing with the cast to the lively score.

Hot dogs and soft drinks will be available after the show.

Event details:

  • Date: Friday 23 June 2023
  • Time: 1.30pm
  • Location: Manresa Clubroom, Fontley Way, SW15 4NF

Grow Roehampton Street Band

The Grow Roehampton Street Band is an ensemble for Roehampton and comprises talented, musical children from Roehampton schools. For their second procession performance, these children come together newly formed and ready to showcase their music to the general public, families and friends once again!

Expect dancing, colour and excitement as the children show you what they're made of!

Event details:

  • Date: Monday 19 June 2023
  • Time: 5 to 6pm
  • Location: The procession performance starts outside Roehampton Library on Danebury Avenue

The Jungle Book on Downshire Field

Bring along a blanket to sit on and settle yourself amongst the trees on Downshire Field for a joyful family theatre production of The Jungle Book.

The performance, which is presented by Jellyfish Theatre, is free to attend and suitable for anyone over three-years-old.

Event details:

  • Date: Saturday 17 June 2023
  • Time: 1pm
  • Location: Downshire Field, Danebury Avenue, SW15 4DY (the Bull Green)

Father's day card making

Join us to make a card for your father or the special man in your life.

There will also be an opportunity to look at plans for the future Village Square, Downshire Field and Alton Activity Centre.

Event details:

  • Date: Thursday 15 June 2023
  • Time: 3.30 to 4.30pm
  • Location: Portswood Space, 4 Portswood Place, SW15 4AF

Creative half term

Children between the ages of 4 to 7 and 8 to 11 are invited to participate in creative workshops at the Eastwood Children's Centre during the half-term break.

Jellyfish Theatre are offering a series of free acting, dance, music and art workshops which aim to help children build confidence, meet new friends and have fun being creative.

Event details:

  • Date: Monday 29 May to Friday 2 June
  • Time: Between 10.15am and 2.30pm
  • Location: Eastwood Children's Centre, 166 Roehampton Lane SW15 4HR
  • Details: Book a space by email office@jellyfishtheatre.com. You can also just show up on the day, and if there's space you’ll be welcome to join in!

Metal detector club

Come explore outdoors and search for hidden treasure, followed by refreshments! Metal detectors and spades will be provided.

There will also be an opportunity to look at plans for the future Village Square, Downshire Field and Alton Activity Centre.

Event details:

  • Date: Wednesday 31 May 2023
  • Time: 2pm
  • Location: Meet outside Roehampton Library

A snapshot in time

Join the Mayor of Wandsworth for the burial of the Alton Time Capsule.

The time capsule will be filled with items contributed by local schools, community groups and services and buried to commemorate the Coronation of King Charles III.

Refreshments will be served.

Event details:

  • Date: Thursday 11 May 2023
  • Time: 4 to 5pm
  • Location: Downshire Field (Bull Green)

Your introduction to work

Are you returning to work after a break or entering the world of work for the first time?

This introductory programme will prepare you with up-to-date knowledge and confidence.

During six sessions you will:

  • Identify your transferable skills
  • Build on your strengths, confidence and self-belief
  • Create or review your CV
  • Pinpoint what employers are looking for when interviewing
  • Learn lots of other useful tips

Event details:

  • Date: Fridays, starting from 10 March 2023
  • Time: 11am to 2pm
  • Location: 4 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

The sessions are free if you live in Wandsworth borough. Visit Wandsworth Work Match to register for the sessions.

Coronation celebrations - Crown making workshop

Make a crown fit for a King! Join our free crown making workshop.

  • Date: Thursday 4 May 20223
  • Time: 3.30 to 4.30pm
  • Location: Portswood Space (4 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED)

Tin can planting

Help us to create a sustainable living wall from recycled tin cans to brighten up the area behind the old Co-op block. There will also be the opportunity to look at plans for the future Village Square in this area.

Event details:

  • Date: Wednesday 3 May 2023
  • Time: 3 to 4pm
  • Location: Undercroft on Danbury Avenue (by the Queen mural)

Going back to my youth

You are invited to revisit your youth! If you're over 55, join DJ Decades for a trip through the 50s, 60s and 70s.

Event details:

  • Date: Friday 14 April 2023
  • Time: 5 to 8pm
  • Location: Manresa Clubroom, Fontley Way, SW15

This party is strictly for adults only. Please bring your own drinks. Free hot dogs and nibbles will be provided.

Contact Jo Baxter from the Regen team or call 07974 586335 for more information. Please let us know if you are veggie or vegan.

New metal detector club

Come explore outdoors and search for hidden treasure! Metal detectors and spades provided.

Event details:

  • Date: Starts Tuesday 11 April 2023. Additional dates TBC
  • Time: 2.30pm
  • Location: Meet at Portswood Space, 4 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

Easter bonnet making workshop 

Join us for a free Easter bonnet making workshop.

Event details:

  • Date: Thursday 6 April 2023
  • Time: 2.30 to 4pm
  • Location: Portswood Space, 4 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

Egg-tastic party

Come along to our Egg-tastic party, hosted in collaboration with the team at Roehampton Library.

Event details:

  • Date: Wednesday 5 April 2023
  • Time: 2 to 4pm
  • Location: Roehampton Library
  • Details: 2 to 3pm Crafting, 3 to 3.30pm Story Time, 3.30 to 4pm Scavenger Hunt

Crafternoon Tea

Join us every Thursday for free Crafternoon Tea. Our weekly family crafting sessions will be inspired by a variety of themes and activities including sand art, colouring, painting, weaving, scratch art and tie dye, and will, of course, involve refreshments!

Event details:

  • Date: Every Thursday up to end of March 2023
  • Time: 3.30 to 4.30pm
  • Location: Portswood Space - 4 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

Mother's Day card making

You are welcome to join us to make a card for your mother or the special woman in your life.

Event details:

  • Date: Thursday 16 March 2023
  • Time: 3.30 to 4.30pm
  • Location: Portswood Space, 4 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

International Women's Day

SW15 Women's Network presents 'WOMEN on STAGE' - an evening of song, dance and spoken word from inspirational local women.

Event details:

  • Date: Tuesday 7 March 2023
  • Time: 6 to 9pm
  • Location: Alton Community Hall, 1 Petersfield Rise, London, SW15 4AE

There will be a free international buffet and children's fancy dress based on a country of their choice. Everyone is welcome!

Love is Al-ton around!

The Alton Regeneration Team and Roehampton Library invite you to create a message for someone you love this Valentine’s Day!

Decorate heart biscuits, design a Valentine's Day card, create a love magnet and add a message to our love wall. Everyone is welcome.

Event details:

  • Date: Tuesday 14 February 2023
  • Time: 2 to 4pm
  • Location: Roehampton Library
  • Price: Free

Have your say now!

We want to hear your views on:

  • Neighbourhood
  • Accessibility
  • Community facilities
  • Economic inclusion
  • Environment
  • Homes

Come and talk to Inner Circle and the Alton Regeneration Team, with crafting activities and refreshments for all ages.

Event details:

  • Date: Saturday 4 February 2023
  • Time: 11am to 1pm
  • Location: Roehampton Library, Danebury Avenue

  • Date: Thursday 9 February 2023
  • Time: 3 to 9pm
  • Location: Portswood Space, 4 Portswood Place

We will also be available at the Information Stall (The Base, Danebury Avenue) on Fridays from 2 to 4pm and at Crafternoon Tea (4 Portswood Place) on Thursdays from 3.30 to 4:30pm.

Meanwhile Use survey

The Alton Regeneration Team are looking into how temporarily vacant buildings and spaces on the estate could be put to beneficial use or improved. We would really like to hear your thoughts on what you would like to see!

Complete the Meanwhile Use online survey about the projects on the Alton Estate and have your say.

Alternatively, you can download a copy of the Meanwhile Use survey. It can be returned to Roehampton Parish Hall, 2 Alton Road, SW15 4LG, FAO: Katie Leech, or emailed to katie.leech@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk

The deadline for completing and returning the survey is Monday 16 January 2023.

'Elves' family Christmas show

Jellyfish Theatre presents ‘Elves’ - a joyful, interactive family theatre show combining puppetry, live performers, and music.

  • Date: Tuesday 20 December 2022
  • Time: 2pm
  • Location: Alton Activity Centre

No need to pre book, just turn up.

Festive family crafting

Come along and join us for some FREE Christmas crafting.

Event details:

  • Date: Thursday 8 and Thursday 15 December 2022
  • Time: 3.30 to 4.30pm
  • Location: 6 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

Over 55's Panto and Christmas Party

Join us for the adult Cinderella panto, followed by a buffet, raffle and dancing. Please bring your own drinks.

Event details:

  • Date: Friday 9 December 2022
  • Time: 4pm
  • Location: Manresa Clubroom, Fontley Way, SW15 4LY

If you are interested in attending, contact Steve or Toni-Ann on 020 8788 1439 or Jo on 07974 586335 or jo.baxter@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk.

Roehampton Christmas Market

Join us for stalls, refreshments, entertainment, Santa's grotto and free crafting at the 2022 Roehampton Christmas Market.

Event details:

  • Date: Saturday 3 December 2022
  • Time: 1 to 3pm
  • Location: Portswood Place, SW15

Christmas lights switch on and lantern parade

Join us and the Mayor of Wandsworth for the annual Roehampton Christmas tree lights switch on and schools' lantern parade.

Local opera sensation, Claire Doran, will be singing seasonal favourites. Decorate a hand made bauble for the tree.

Event details:

  • Date: Wednesday 30 November 2022
  • Time: 4pm
  • Location: Top of Danebury Avenue opposite the pop-up gallery

Roehampton Community Shed and Mind workshop

Roehampton Community Shed is teaming up with the mental health charity Mind to run the Suicide Awareness and Prevention workshop. The rate of suicide in England is increasing, particularly among middle aged men but there are things we can do to prevent this.

The focus of the session will be on how to recognise, understand and support those who potentially might be at risk or indirectly affected.

Event details:

  • Date: Wednesday 30 November 2022
  • Time: 2 to 3.30pm
  • Location: Roehampton Methodist Church, Minstead Gardens, SW15 4EB
  • Price: Admission is free and tea/coffee will be available

Confirm your attendance by text to either 07807 781552, 07703 316275 or 07845 400827.

Jobs and Skills Fair 2022

Stack London, our Fontley Way development partner, will be joining Fleur Anderson MP and other advisors and employers at the Jobs Fair.

Event details:

  • Date: Friday 11 November
  • Time: 1 to 4pm
  • Location: Roehampton Leisure Centre, Laverstoke Gardens, Roehampton SW15 4JB

If you cannot make the fair but are interested in working with Stack, email anoushka.thomas@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk.

Funky pumpkins and spooky spiders

Join us for free Halloween crafting.

Event details: 

  • Date: Thursday 27 October 2022
  • Time: 2.30 to 4pm
  • Location: 4 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED (Former Regenerate Club)

Costumes encouraged. Hot chocolate and biscuits provided.

Bulb planting

Come along and help us plant daffodil bulbs to provide some colourful, uplifting blooms in the spring.

All tools and gloves will be provided. Everyone welcome.

Event details:

  • Date: Monday 24 October 2022 (during the school holidays)
  • Time: 2pm
  • Location: 4 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

The Tale of Twenty Twenty

You are invited to watch a promenade performance of The Tale of Twenty Twenty. An epic tale of togetherness, resistance, and change in 2020.

Written by Orode Faka, and performed by Orode Faka and young people from the Roehampton community, the outdoor performance will be wheelchair accessible and is suitable for all ages.

Event details:

  • Date: Sunday 2 October 2022
  • Time: 4pm
  • Location: Starting from Roehampton Library, 2 Danebury Avenue, the promenade will finish on Downshire Field (Bull Green)

Run Walk Scoot

Join us for the 'Run, Walk, Scoot' event.

Event details:

  • Date: Sunday 2 October 2022
  • Time: Start anytime from 12 noon and finish by 2pm

There are also two route options available this year. Route One visits five community venues and Route Two, which takes in the same community venues, also requires participants to visit The Alton School on Danebury Avenue and Heathmere Primary School on Alton Road.

Those taking part are invited to start wherever they like, pick up a stamp at each of the venues marked on Route One, and finish at the Pop-up Outdoor Gallery on Danebury Avenue.

Routes are not marshalled and entrants are responsible for their own safety.

Entrants taking the Route One are required to visit the following venues (in no particular order):

  • Alton Community Hall, Bessborough Road
  • Alton Activity Centre, Harbridge Avenue
  • Alton Arts Hub, Portswood Place
  • Focus Hall, Minstead Gardens

Entrants taking the Route Two are required to visit the following venues (in no particular order):

  • Alton Community Hall, Bessborough Road
  • Alton Activity Centre, Harbridge Avenue
  • Alton Arts Hub, Portswood Place
  • Focus Hall, Minstead Gardens
  • The Alton School, Danebury Avenue
  • Heathmere Primary School, Alton Road

All entrants finish at the Pop-up Outdoor Gallery on Danebury Avenue.

Summer holiday craft workshops

Our summer programme of family arts and craft workshops.

All activities are free and will take place at the Alton Arts Hub, 6 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED. No booking is required

Timetable:

  • Wednesday 3 August, 2.30 to 4pm - Seaside fun and ice cream cafe*
  • Tuesday 23 August, 2.30 to 4pm - Circus time and mask making

*If your child has any food allergies, please contact jo.baxter@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk.

Story time with Mama G

Mama G (semi-finalist of Britain's Got Talent with Dame Nation) returns for another story time at Roehampton Library.

Event details:

  • Date: Monday 15 August 2022
  • Time: 3pm
  • Location: Roehampton Library

Meet Stack London

Meet the Contractor for our Fontley Way development. Activities for children will be provided too.

Event details:

  • Date: Tuesday 9 August 2022
  • Time: 4 to 6pm
  • Location: Manresa Clubroom

Swing 60s

Rah Rah Theatre presents a fun musical set in the 60s, with well known hits, dancing and comedy.

Event details:

  • Date: Friday 22 July 2022
  • Time: 4 to 6pm
  • Location: Manresa Clubroom, Fontley Way, SW15

This is an event for the over 55s. Bring your own drinks. For free tickets, email jo.baxter@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk or call 07974586335.

Pride with Mama G

Fresh from Britain's Got Talent, Mama G is coming to Roehampton to celebrate 50 years of Pride!

Come along from 4 to 4.30pm for a children's story time and rainbow craft, and at 6pm for an adult story time and social with a free glass of wine.

Event details:

  • Date: Monday 27 June 2022
  • Time: From 4pm
  • Location: Roehampton Library

This is a free event. Refreshments will be provided.

Jubilee paver unveiling

Join the Mayor of Wandsworth for the unveiling of our Roehampton Jubilee paver, followed by a slice of Jubilee cake and refreshments.

Event details:

  • Date: Thursday 23 June 2022
  • Time: 12 noon
  • Location: Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

A night at the opera

Come along to a free event featuring renowned artists - soprano Claire Doran and pianist Kathron Sturrock.

Event details:

  • Date: Tuesday 21 June 2022
  • Time: 7pm
  • Location: Holy Trinity Church, 7 Ponsonby Road, SW15

No booking required. Refreshments are available at interval (cash only).

Home is where the heART is

The launch of Estate Art's new art work exhibition on Danebury Avenue, as part of Wandsworth Arts Fringe.

  • Date: Tuesday 21 June 2022
  • Time: 3.30pm
  • Location: The old Co-op, Danebury Avenue

Happy Feet

As part of Wandsworth Arts Fringe 2022, Sol Golden Sato presents 'Happy Feet' - the largest ever street painting! Come and paint with your feet and make history!

Event details:

  • Date: Saturday 18 June 2022
  • Time: From 2pm
  • Location: Downshire Field (the Bull Green), Alton Estate

Further information: Call 07972803997. Free entry. All welcome.

Lost Souls Live

Lost Souls Live will be appearing in various locations across the borough as part of Wandsworth Arts Fringe, including in Roehampton!

Event details:

  • Date: Friday 17 June 2022
  • Time: 7 to 9pm
  • Location: Alton Arts Hub, 6 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

Family arts and crafts workshops

View our spring/summer programme of family arts and craft workshops.

All activities are free and will take place at the Alton Arts Hub, 6 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED. No booking is required

Timetable:

  • Wednesday 23 March, 3 to 4.30pm - Mothers Day Card Making
  • Tuesday 5 April, 2 to 3.30pm - Spring Crafting
  • Tuesday 12 April, 2 to 3.30pm - Easter Crafting
  • Monday 30 May, 2 to 3.30pm Jubilee Crafting
  • Tuesday 31 May, 2 to 3.30pm - Jubilee Crafting
  • Thursday 16 June, 3 to 4.30pm - Fathers Day Card Making

A message to our Queen

Come along to write a message to our Queen on her Platinum Jubilee and be a part of an amazing art piece designed by Estate Art for Roehampton.

Event details:

  • Date: Sunday 5 June 2022
  • Time: 4.30pm outside the Co-op on Danebury Avenue and at 5.30pm at Holy Trinity Church SW15 4LA

Plant for the Jubilee

As part of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations, the Alton Regeneration Team invites you to plant some red, white and blue crocus bulbs and make decorative plant tins to take home.

Event details:

  • Date: Wednesday 1 June 2022
  • Time: 2 to 3.30pm
  • Location: Meet by the Mural on Harbridge Avenue.

All tools will be provided. No booking required.

Going back to my youth

An event strictly for the Over 55s! Bring your own drinks and dancing shoes as DJ Decades plays motown, rock, reggae and soul music from the 50s, 60s, 70s. 
We will provide hotdogs and nibbles - let us know on booking if you are vegan or vegetarian.

Event details:

Egg-tastic Party

A free event hosted by the Alton Regeneration Team and Roehampton Library.

  • Date: Wednesday 13 April 2022
  • Time: 10.30am to 12pm and 2.30 to 4pm
  • Where: Roehampton Library
  • What: Easter egg scavenger hunt, face painting, sunflower seed planting, and pom pom animal crafting
  • Further information: Contact Jo Baxter on jo.baxter@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk to advise if your child has any food allergies

Women on Stage Event for International Women's Day

Roehampton Women's Network presents an evening of spoken word, song, and dance from inspirational Roehampton women. Free international buffet. All welcome, including children. Children's fancy dress - choose a country!

Pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic

Get the 1st, 2nd, or booster dose depending on your eligibility. Walk-in appointments are accepted and there is no need to book. Or come and have a chat about the COVID-19 vaccine, if you have any questions, with no pressure to get it.

  • Date: Thursday 24 February and Thursday 3 March
  • Time: 11am to 2pm
  • Where: 6 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED

To find out more, read the full article.

Love is Alt-on Around You

Leave a message for the person you love this Valentine’s Day... A loved one, someone no longer with us, or even your pet!

  • What: Write a message and decorate a wooden heart or love tag and hang it for your loved one to see
  • Date: Friday 11 February* and Monday 14 February*
  • Time: 2 to 4pm
  • Where: The undercroft area by the Pop Up Art gallery on Danebury Avenue

* On these dates we will have a supply of crafting goodies to decorate your messages. Blank tags will be left up from 11 to 25 February if you can’t make these dates.

Tweet photos of your completed tags @AltonMasterplan

Roehampton Christmas Market 2021

Come to the Roehampton Christmas Market and visit Santa's Grotto, take part in crafting or enjoy the entertainment and refreshments.

If you are a baker, craft maker or local organisation looking to sell your homemade goods, or raise funds, how about taking a stall at the Roehampton Christmas Market? Stalls are £10 each. We are also looking for choirs, singers or bell ringers to take part.

Family Panto - Dick Whittington

Performed by the Rah Rah Theatre Company, this free rendition of Dick Whittington is an original pantomime with a twist! The afternoon is set to provide bountiful entertainment for all ages!

The show has plenty of songs, dancing and comedy for the audience to join in with and enter into the Christmas Spirit! Festive refreshments will be served.

Over 55s Panto

Performed by the Rah Rah Theatre Company, this free rendition of Dick Whittington is an original pantomime with a twist. The afternoon is set to provide free, enjoyable adult entertainment for anyone aged 55 or over.

The show has plenty of songs, dancing and comedy for the audience to join in with and enter into the Christmas spirit! Festive refreshments will be served. Please bring a bottle too!

Share the Love

Come along to support Age UK in writing handmade Christmas cards to every isolated older resident in our community. If you'd like to write your positive message of support, come along. All card making materials will be supplied.

  • Date: Thursday 2 December
  • Time: 3.30pm
  • Location: Alton Arts Hub, Portswood Place

Christmas Tree Light Switch On

Come to the top of Danebury Avenue, near the junction with Roehampton Lane, to see the Christmas Tree Light Switch On & Schools Lantern Parade. The event will take place at 4pm on Tuesday 30 November and will be attended by the Mayor of Wandsworth.

Free Bauble Decorating Workshop

On Thursday 25 and Friday 26 November from 3-4pm on Danebury Avenue (next to the pop-up art gallery), come and decorate your very own wooden bauble to be hung on the Roehampton Christmas Tree!

The baubles have been made from recycled wood by the Roehampton Community Sheds. Following this, come and see the baubles light up on the tree at the Christmas Tree Light Switch on 30 November at 4pm with the Mayor of Wandsworth.

McKinney House Open Days

Residents of the Alton Estate are invited to visit the first new homes to be delivered in the Alton regeneration scheme. 

We are hosting open days at McKinney House, Bessborough Road, on 5 and 6 November, from 10am to 2pm. The project team will be on site to show a ground floor maisonette and a second floor flat. Spaces are limited. To book your visit, call 07773 049 911 or email michele.lawrence@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk.

View the November 2021 open day exhibition boards for information on the other proposed blocks in the Alton Regeneration scheme.

Run, Walk, Scoot around the Alton

Join us on Sunday 26 September 2021 between 12 noon and 2pm. Start wherever you like and run, walk or scoot around the Alton estate, collecting stamps at each point and finishing at the pop-up gallery on Danebury Avenue where you will receive a medal!

See the Run, Walk, Scoot poster for a map and further information.

Bull's 60th birthday party

You are invited to a very special birthday party. Bull, our Grade II listed sculpture by Robert Clatworthy in Downshire Field (Bull Green) is 60 years old this year, so we are celebrating during the school holidays with birthday cake, party games and arts and crafts.

Join us on Downshire Field (Bull Green) on Thursday 19 August 2021, from 1 to 3pm.

View Bull's 60th birthday party poster for further information.

The Wagon of Dreams

Jellyfish Theatre presents The Wagon of Dreams on Friday 13 August 2021.

A free outdoor show for ages 3+ on Downshire Field at 11am.

Bring a blanket and enjoy the show!

View the Wagon of Dreams poster for further information.

Rock Around the Clock musical

Free musical theatre for residents of the Alton aged 60+ along with friends, family, or carers.

Rah Rah Theatre Company presents Rock Around the Clock, a comic musical set in the '50s. The actors will jive and sing all the popular tunes of that time. The show has been devised to whisk audiences back to this memorable era, allowing them to participate and reminisce.

Rock Around the Clock will be performed in The Methodist Church Hall, Portswood Place, on Wednesday 11 August 2021 at 4 pm.

For more information and tickets:

Roehampton Resounded - an immersive sound experience

Experience Roehampton and the Alton Estate through a mindful sound journey. Artist installation with sound, art, video and improvised music.

Taking place on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 August (from 1 to 6pm) at 6 Portswood Place, SW15 4ED.

View Roehampton resounded flyer

Roehampton Community Week

Members of the Roehampton locality are coming together to organise Roehampton Community Week this summer, from Monday 5 to Sunday 11 July 2021.

If you have an idea for a project or just want to find out more, visit the Roehampton Community Week website, email roehamptoncommunityweek@gmail.com or telephone 07498 455076. Everyone welcome!

View Roehampton Community Week poster for further information.

Ubuntu Museum - Recycled Arts n’ Crafts

Following the success of it's weekly workshops between March and May 2021, the Ubuntu Museum returns to 6 Portswood Place as part of Wandsworth Arts Fringe 2021.

The Ubuntu Museum is presenting 'Recycled Arts n’ Crafts' for children and teenagers aged six and over.

The workshops will take place on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 July, 10am to 4pm, at 6 Portswood Place, Roehampton, SW15 4ED.

The workshops are inspired by African traditions of recycled art. Using materials we discard everyday, participants will be able to make:

  • An elephant out of aluminium drink cans
  • A flower out of toilet roll tubes
  • A mask out of milk bottles

Kits will also be available to take home.

For more information contact info@ubuntumuseum.com or visit ubuntumuseum.com.

Alton Pop Up - A Panel of Art

On Monday 5 July 2021, Estate Art (with support from the Alton Regeneration team) will be unveiling a pop up art gallery called a Panel of Art, to coincide with the start of Roehampton Community Week. A concert is planned to celebrate the opening.

The panels will be hung on hoarding around the former Co-op and chemist shops at the entrance to Danebury Avenue, and will be available to view 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for approximately 6 months.

Framed: Roehampton

Framed: is a new outdoor art project that celebrates the vibrancy and resilience of our local creative talent by exhibiting their work on shop windows and lampposts throughout the borough. Centred around the themes of new beginnings and positivity, we are excited to be promoting our local creativity directly on our streets.

Expect to see some original art by local Roehampton artists adorning our streets soon, including Ben Speedy, Lia Matos, Nur Ali Sheikh, Kirsten Mitchell, Chukwudi Enyiorji, Lynne Capocciama and Eliza Burton.

To find out more about the artists and similar projects happening around Wandsworth head visit the Wandsworth Art website.

Brighten your World with a Seed Explosion!

We are running a free seed bomb making, decorating and planting workshop for all the family. The seed bombs will be planted in the tree pits along Harbridge Avenue. Once you've made, decorated and planted your seed bomb, you can also make personalised plant markers so that you can keep an eye on the seeds you planted and watch them grow.

The workshop will take place on Wednesday 2 June from 11.30am to 12.30pm, on the paved area between blocks 2-32 & 34-84 on Harbridge Avenue.

Sowing wildflowers provides vital resources to support a wide range of insects that couldn't otherwise survive in urban or built-up areas. Making, decorating and digging ‘seed bombs’ into areas of your estate that need a little brightening up is a perfect way of spending some time in the half term holiday!

For more information, please email Jo Baxter on jbaxter@wandsworth.gov.uk.

Alt. Vibes - a spring in the step around Roehampton

Spring vibes will reverberate across the Alton Estate in Roehampton on Saturday 20 March when a special festival organised by the Alton Regeneration Team and the University of Roehampton takes place.

Due to lockdown rules the event will take place online from 2pm and can be viewed on 'University of Roehampton - YouTube'.

There will be performances from members of the London Samba School and the Second Line Band from Wandsworth-based World Heartbeat Music Academy. The broadcast will include a short samba lesson.

Free samba classes will also be held via Zoom in the lead up to the main event.

See the Alt. Vibes! poster for more details.

Kids Recycled Art Project

The Ubuntu Museum is presenting a reuse and recycle arts project for children aged 6 to 11.

Collect your free recycled art kit to take home from 6 Portswood Place, Roehampton, SW15 4ED; every Saturday from 10am to 12.30pm from Saturday 20 March to Saturday 1 May 2021.

The artwork will be showcased on Saturday 8 May 2021.

For more information contact info@ubuntumuseum.com or 07479711420.

View Kids Recycled Art Project 

Witley Point Graffiti Mural

The Regeneration Team commissioned local art organisation, Estate Art, to complete a graffiti mural on the wall of the Multi Use Games Area at Witley Point.

The abstract block-shaped design was suggested by young users of the newly refurbished games area, and the colour scheme was inspired by the colours of the surrounding play equipment.

Community Engagement Strategy

The Alton Regeneration Team have launched their Community Engagement Strategy which sets out how they will ensure the best possible engagement with residents and stakeholders affected by the Alton Regeneration. The strategy was developed in collaboration with stakeholders from the Alton community.

Christmas 2020 on the Alton

The Alton Regeneration Team, in collaboration with the Economic Development Office, installed the Alton Estate's first Christmas tree. The 20ft evergreen conifer was locally sourced and situated at the junction between Danebury Avenue and Holyborne Avenue for five weeks, after which it was donated to Roehampton Community Shed to be recycled in woodwork projects with the local community.

The tree's lights were switched on by the Mayor of Wandsworth, Cllr Jane Cooper, and local resident and founder of Estate Art, Lynne Capocciama.

During December, the Regeneration Team also hosted virtual craft sessions with local schools and youth groups to create paper chain decorations. Each strip was decorated to depict a mood, a feeling, an experience or a hope, and measured two metres in length to represent the recommended social distance. They symbolised unity and connecting with others during 2020. The team also supported Estate Art to carry out cube decoration workshops with local schools and families on the Alton Estate. The finished decorations were displayed in local shops and Roehampton Library for the community's enjoyment.

The Regeneration Team also worked with local people from the Alton Estate to put together a 2020 version of the 12 days of Christmas. The short film also features a clip of the Mayor switching on the lights on the first Alton Christmas tree.

Witley Point MUGA Opening

On 16 October 2020, The Mayor of Wandsworth, Cllr Jane Cooper, opened the newly refurbished Multi Use Games Area at Witley Point as part of the Alton regeneration.

Children from Heathmere School, who previously took part in the engagement sessions to design the new facility, were invited to a socially distanced opening event where they tried the new play equipment (including a resurfaced pitch, slides, climbing walls and a trampoline) and participated in activities including mural painting, daffodil planting and the construction of a bug hotel to encourage wildlife.

Revised Alton Planning Application

The statutory consultation on the revisions to the Alton Regeneration planning application went live on 25 May 2020.

Full details of the revised application, including drawings and documents, are available to view online at Search planning applications and by entering the reference number: 2019/2516.

Roehampton Christmas Festival 2019

The Regeneration Team hosted the event at the Minstead Gardens Methodist Church, and featured decorations made by local children, music by World Heartbeat Music Academy, songs by local schools and carols by the Minstead Gardens choir (An A-Choired Taste).

There were also plenty of free festive snacks and hot drinks, as well as crafts and games for the whole family.

Roehampton Festival 2019

Over 1,000 residents attended the festival which featured music, dancing, fair rides, street food, sports and a city farm. Community organisations and voluntary groups also took the opportunity to publicise a range of local services including cookery classes, fitness sessions, healthy living and employment opportunities.

The festival also featured the return of the Kings & Queens banquet. Older residents were treated to a three-course meal and a variety show while they were waited on hand-and-foot by volunteers from the Hillsong Church. The banquet has been provided for more than ten years by Regenerate RISE, a local charity which provides support to the isolated elderly.

Residents were able to find out about the regeneration proposals for the Alton estate and to ask representatives from the council and from Redrow questions about the new homes, phasing programme and opportunities for employment during construction.

We would like to thank Regenerate, Regenerate RISE, Hillsong Church, Enable, Roehampton University, the Roehampton Club and Redrow Homes for their generous support.

For further information on the scheme, please visit the Alton Regeneration website, email the Regeneration team or call 020 8871 6207.

View the information presented at the Roehampton Festival.

Consultations

Consultation activity and drop in events.

August 2019 drop-in - Fontley Way

Following two consultation events in March, the regeneration team held a drop-in event to inform residents about changes to the proposals and to address any concerns. Changes include:

  1. Play: following feedback from residents and discussions with planners it is proposed that the play area at Ibsley Gardens will be refurbished and improved rather than providing a new play area on Fontley Way.
  2. Gardens: it is proposed that part of the private communal garden is converted into private gardens for ground floor maisonettes.
  3. Construction Traffic: it is proposed that construction traffic enter the Fontley Way site via the existing entrance between Kimpton House and Crondall House. This will result in the temporary suspension of fourteen parking bays in front of Crondall House during construction, and options for alternative parking arrangements were presented at the drop-in event (see information boards).
  4. Demolition: it is proposed that the demolition of the existing structure on the site will take place during the Autumn half term rather than during the summer holidays.

If you have any questions please contact the Regeneration Team at roehampton@wandsworth.gov.uk or on 020 8871 6207.

You can also download a copy of the information boards.

June 2019 consultation - Witley Point Multi Use Games Area (MUGA)

As part of a new model for youth services in Roehampton the council will be making a range of improvements to the Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA) next to Witley Point. Following discussions with a range of stakeholders including Children’s Services, local schools and community groups, council officers have developed a design brief and preliminary designs which includes: paving, fencing, planting, flood lighting, and the introduction of play equipment for younger children.

Council officers held a consultation event on the MUGA on March Tuesday 4 June between 5 and 8pm.

If you have any questions please contact the Regeneration Team at roehampton@wandsworth.gov.uk, or on 020 8871 6207.

You can also download a copy of the MUGA consultation board.

March 2019 consultation - Manresa Clubroom, Fontley Way

A key aim of the Alton estate regeneration is to ensure council tenants and resident homeowners are able to move directly into a newly built replacement home. As part of this commitment, the Council is proposing to build 14 new family homes at Fontley Way (on the site of the former One O'clock Club).

In order to discuss the proposals with residents, we held two consultation events at the Manresa Clubroom (Fontley Way, SW15 4LY). These took place on:

  • Thursday 14 March, from 5 to 8pm
  • Saturday 16 March, from 10am to 1pm 

If you have any questions please contact the Regeneration Team at Roehampton@wandsworth.gov.uk, or on 020 8871 6207. You can also download a copy of the Fontley Way Consultation boards.

November 2018 consultation - Alton Activity Centre

The Alton regeneration will integrate 'doorstep play' across the estate and there will be major improvements to the three core play and amenity spaces. This includes Alton Activity Centre which will be redesigned to provide recreational space for all ages and abilities.

The improvements to the Alton Activity Centre will open the area to provide space for older children to play whilst maintaining the amount of managed play space for younger children. A new multi-use games area (MUGA) will also be provided and will be accessible to all members of the public.

On Thursday 22 November, the regeneration team and Redrow held a drop-in session at the Alton Activity Centre. If you were unable to attend this session, you can download the boards from the Alton Activity Centre.

November 2018 consultation – Bus Turnaround

One of the many proposed improvements to access and movement across the Alton estate is the relocation of the bus turnaround from Portswood Place to the area in front of Shalden House. This will conserve the historic parkland setting of Downshire Field, improve pedestrian movement along Danebury Avenue, and ease traffic flow through the estate and bring buses further into the estate.

The new turnaround will provide space for up to four buses to wait and an additional 'running lane' to allow buses to pass safely. A new bus stop will also be created at Tunworth Crescent, and improved landscaping and screening will soften the interface between the new bus turnaround and Shaldon House.

On Tuesday 20 November, the regeneration team and Redrow held a drop-in session at the Minstead Gardens Club Room. If you were not able to attend this event, you can download a copy of the Bus Turnaround Session exhibition boards.

Get Active Roehampton Festival - September 2018

This summer Wandsworth Council paired up with Enable Leisure and Culture, supported by Redrow Homes to promote a get active community fun filled family day, whilst providing the opportunity to see the latest proposals for the Alton Estate Regeneration.

Hundreds of residents turned out in the blazing sunshine for an action-packed afternoon of live music, sports activities and interactive games. A variety of organisations and local groups managed stalls which offered an assortment of knowledge as well as creativity opportunities including tote bag printing, graffiti art and face painting. All inflatables and children’s rides present were provided for free over the course of the day.

Visitors inside the Redrow tepee had the opportunity to view the latest regeneration proposals, speak to the design team and regeneration team members, and grab a much-needed, cooling frozen yoghurt. 

A planning application is due to be submitted later this year, comprising of an outline planning proposal of the full masterplan and detail plans for the first phase.

For further information on the scheme, please visit the Alton Regeneration website, email the Regeneration team or call 020 8871 6207.

View the information presented at the Roehampton Festival.

June 2018 public exhibition

Following the feedback collected at the September and October workshops, revised plans for the Alton Estate Regeneration were exhibited in Roehampton Parish Hall on 6 and 9 June. 

Additional drop-in sessions were held outside Roehampton Library, Downshire Field/Bull Green and Eastwood Nursery. 

If you were not able to attend these events, you can download a copy of the exhibition materials. 

January 2018 consultation - Bessborough Road

On 18 and 20 January, additional drop-in sessions for building new homes on the site of Sherwood Lodge, on Bessborough Road, were exhibited in Roehampton Parish Hall. 

November 2017 consultation - Bessborough Road

On 15 November proposals for building new homes on the site of Sherwood Lodge, on Bessborough Road, were exhibited in Roehampton Parish Hall. 

You can view a physical copy of the boards in the Roehampton Library, along with all the display boards from the open sessions for the evolving Masterplan which took place at the end of September, and provide feedback to roehampton@wandsworth.gov.uk

September 2017 workshops 

The masterplan sets a vision for how the Alton area could change and develop over the coming years. A series of workshops were held in September 2017 to discuss the masterplan in detail and understand what the community thinks works well and identify opportunities for improvement. Find out more about the feedback received during the workshop sessions.

September 2017 public exhibition

A public exhibition was held throughout September 2017, to share feedback from the workshops and present the evolving masterplan proposals. View the information presented at the exhibition.

Up to Alton events and consultations

Updated: 22/11/2024