July 2025

• Balham residents discuss local improvements with Wandsworth Council leader

  Residents in the Balham area of Wandsworth today took the opportunity to speak directly with Simon Hogg, Leader of Wandsworth Council, at the latest community drop-in event around the borough (Saturday 12 July).

  Published: 12 Jul 25

• Apply now to host a free street party for Car Free Day

  We’re waiving fees for residents to host street parties to celebrate Car Free Day and bring together neighbours, build community spirit and create safe spaces for children to play.

  Published: 11 Jul 25

• Join the Closet Clear-out Challenge this July

  This July, we are challenging Wandsworth residents to clear out their closets and give their unwanted clothes a new lease of life, all while helping protect the planet.

  Published: 10 Jul 25

• Mayor of London opens Springfield Park, London’s largest park since the 2012 Olympics

  The Mayor of London, Sir Sadiq Khan, has officially opened the new 32-acre Springfield Park in the heart of Tooting, the largest new park to be created in the capital since the 2012 Olympic Games.

  Published: 09 Jul 25

• CRIPtic Arts and Wandsworth Council announce full programme for Liberty Festival 2025

  This autumn, Liberty Festival 2025 brings a celebration of disabled artistry to Wandsworth from 24-29 September, as one of the highlights of its year as the Mayor’s London Borough of Culture. Liberty Festival is the Mayor of London’s flagship disability arts festival, platforming some of the most exciting disabled creatives, showcasing bold, innovative work that excites and challenges audiences, and reframes disability.

  Published: 08 Jul 25

• Henry Prince Clubroom reopens after refurbishment

  The Henry Prince Community Clubroom in Earlsfield has officially reopened its doors after undergoing a major council-led refurbishment, bringing new life to this much-loved community space.

  Published: 07 Jul 25

• Interested in Tooting Triangle? Join our online feedback event

  Residents are invited to a feedback and Q&A session on the future of Tooting Triangle.

  Published: 03 Jul 25

• First professional female landscape designer honoured in new Southfields statue

  A new statue of pioneering landscape designer Fanny Wilkinson has been installed on a historic 1904 water fountain in Coronation Gardens.

  Published: 03 Jul 25

• New playground and wildflower boards unveiled at Wandsworth Park

  Families celebrated as Wandsworth Park’s brand-new playground officially opened today, alongside the unveiling of new wildflower meadow boards inviting people to discover the park’s thriving wildlife.

  Published: 02 Jul 25

• Wandsworth Council launches new landlord licencing schemes

  New licencing schemes for Houses in Multiple Occupancy (HMOs) and in the wider private rented sector have come into effect today (Tuesday 1 July).

  Published: 01 Jul 25

• Re:Create: Gateway to Success for Wandsworth Creatives Back for 2025

  Wandsworth’s artists and creative enterprises are again set to benefit from the Re:Create business support programme that has already helped more than 150 local people grow their skills, confidence and income. 

  Published: 01 Jul 25

• Residents warned over parking scam text messages

  Wandsworth Council have been made aware of scam messages being sent to residents asking for PCN payments. 

  Published: 01 Jul 25