Bongs on Carshalton High Street? When did that happen?
Have you noticed something slightly unexpected appearing on Carshalton High Street? Bongs. Yes, those glass smoking devices that you might once have associated with student bedrooms, festivals or rather more alternative corners of society are now being sold on the High Street. So what’s a bong, exactly? It’s basically a pipe with a chamber of […]
Which is Carshalton’s BEST coffee shop?
Yes, it’s finally here. The vote to end all votes. Which is Carshalton’s BEST coffee shop? It’s the 16th Secret Carshalton LIVE Poll. Yes, we’ve been doing them for ages – and a big thank you for voting over the years, and welcome if you’re new here. Remember, you can cast your vote just once […]
The bountiful resource growing all around us that often goes to waste. Not anymore!
A new Carshalton volunteer group is harvesting unwanted fruit from gardens and public spaces and sharing it with schools, food banks and community groups.
Carshalton church scores 750,000-view TikTok hit as vicars go viral
Church of England priests are finding huge audiences on TikTok by showing an unexpected side of church life — and All Saints’ Carshalton has one of the accounts leading the way.
‘Britain’s Tallest Plane Tree’ Set for New Height Check in Carshalton
One of Carshalton’s most remarkable landmarks could soon discover whether it still holds a unique national title. The towering plane tree in Festival Walk, close to the historic Old Rectory, was officially recognised by the Forestry Commission in 1964 as Britain’s tallest plane tree. A plaque at the site records the achievement, but the tree […]
Join Carshalton’s Magical History Tour – 4 day event
Carshalton Artists Open Studios are a great opportunity to take a closer look at some of the historic private homes that are not usually open to the public. We’ve listed some interesting locations that are specifically open during the four days of Carshalton Artists Open Studios (CAOS), along with a few other historic places you […]
Back Where It All Began: International Jazz Star Returns to Carshalton
An internationally acclaimed jazz singer and pianist is returning to Carshalton for the first time since childhood, where she made her first-ever stage appearance. Excitement is mounting thanks to a group of local jazz enthusiasts who have secured a rare appearance by Liane Carroll on 8 July. Born in Carshalton, Liane first appeared on stage […]
Celebrating south London’s often-overlooked dance and music capital
Carshalton’s artistic and musical heritage will take centre stage this summer as the Carshalton Festival returns from 24 June to 5 July, bringing together musicians, artists, performers and community groups from across the area. From folk sessions in local pubs to independent record shops and open studios, organisers say the festival reflects the area’s long-standing […]
Meet the Sutton Thunderbolts – coming to a Council Meeting near you
These are the opposition councillors tasked with keeping the Liberal Democrats in check on Sutton Council. With the Lib Dems holding both the local MP and a large council majority, these voices play an important role in maintaining balance in local democracy. The electorate has spoken, but even strong local governments benefit from checks and […]