Carshalton Pigeon Man becomes Instagram Sensation

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EXCLUSIVE Meet Gaz – better know by the handle @Woodywoodpigeon. What started as a small hobby, has now really taken on wings. Gaz loves pigeons and photographs them daily for other pigeon-followers to enjoy across the world. He even helps care for birds with an illness or a disability. Secret Carshalton found out more. So […]

🎥 Video: Tunnel of trees at Woodmansterne Road to receive a trim

*News* Woodmansterne Road in Carshalton may be shut completely at times, over the coming weeks. The council will be cutting back overgrown trees on this country-road that leads to Mayfield Lavender. Closures are expected until the 8th August 2024, but could over run by 2 weeks according to signage at the spot. It’s suggested several […]

Was there ever actually a village green in the heart of Carshalton?

*Historical* This is a road sign you may easily miss. It’s in Carshalton High Street and points towards a public car park and a row of old houses. But what was The Green referring to and how did the name come about? Here’s some theories. Theory 1: Before where the car park is, there was […]

Quiz time! Name That Shop Floor

*Quiz* Feeling bored? Why not take part in our quick quiz. Here’s the floors of 3 well-known British shops in Sutton – all you have to do is tell us in the comments which shop they are. Good luck! Simply leave your answers on the comments below… just past the two adverts. Want more local […]

The first governor of Sutton’s oldest school was also vicar at All Saints

I finally got to see the fine Victorian building for myself that was purpose built for Wilson’s School in 1883. The school that was in the old building in Camberwell, pictured above, finally moved to new premises in Wallington in 1975. Wilson’s School is a high ranking and multi award winning grammer school and is […]

Should Sutton become the green capital of the borough? 

With its pedestrianised high street, and nearby park, could Sutton capitalise on its green credentials. As the town is developed upwards, with many historic buildings lost – could public roof gardens, unusual trees, and impressive flower beds become our USP? Yes, it takes investment to pay for gardeners to maintain everything on an on-going basis, […]

London’s largest Lavender Field becomes International Attraction

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🦋 On the southern tip of Greater London and touching the northern tip of Surrey is a dramatic lavender field that draws visitors from far and wide. It’s been a long time since going here, so I popped along to take a look. Though the postal address is Banstead, Surrey – the field sits within […]

New shop in Carshalton High Street keeps Antiques tradition alive

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In a major boost to Carshalton High Street, two new independent businesses are due to open in the location once occupied by Pinks gym. The properties have been redeveloped with flats above – designed in a traditional Victorian style to match the other buildings. On one side is a hairdresser and on the other a […]