New shop in Carshalton High Street keeps Antiques tradition alive
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 […]
Visit the stunning 17th Century Blue Room at Canons House in Mitcham
*News* This is the Blue Room at Canons House in Mitcham, in the London Borough of Merton. Secret Carshalton recently took a public guided tour of this fascinating old home. The house was built circa 1680 and the wood panelling survives from this period. The wooden staircase is also dated to this era (scroll down […]
Historic Carshalton ablaze with flowers – take a tour with us
*News* Even with the cold spell and the rain, the area looks splendid. Secret Carshalton took a tour of the village today to spot the colourful flowers which are easy to wander past and take for granted. They enhance our environment. It’s thanks to the local charity groups, businesses, and council that we have this […]
Poll results: Car use is still top of residents’ concerns with environment runner-up
*News* In the anonymous Secret Carshalton LIVE poll this March a staggering 50.98% of voters were most concerned about their car – potholes, ULEZ and 20-mile-an-hour speed limits topped the list. The question was: Which of these local issues concern you most? Runner up with 29.9% of votes was environmental issues with concerns over losing front […]
Restored Anne Boleyn sculpture to be exhibited at the historic St Nicholas Church in Sutton
*News* Something for the history and art fans! This new exhibition will celebrate the work of sculptor Dennis Huntley (1928 – 2021). It will be held in the vibrant heart of Sutton Town Centre at the charming St Nicholas Church, built 1862-64. This will be a chance for local people to see the amazing artistry […]
🦢 Lone Carshalton Swan begins new life on the River Thames
*News* You may have enjoyed spotting swans on Carshalton Ponds – they’ve been a wonderful sight for several months now. Until recently there were believed to be two females left. However, one swan flew off, and the other waddled across the busy Carshalton High Street. She made it to the flooded Wandle canal at nearby […]
Popular botanical farm cafe to remain shut for the rest of the year
*Breaking News* The Naturally Thinking Botanical Farm Cafe is situated on Telegraph Track at the top of Carshalton and Wallington. It’s a destination fairly off the beaten track, serving handmade cakes and fresh hot drinks – where you can sit outside enjoying beautiful views of fields growing among others, lavender and rosemary. The cafe and […]
The Landmark Trust considers The Old Rectory as its next must-stay location for holidays
The Old Rectory is a newly Grade 2 listed building in the heart of Carshalton Village. It’s a quiet South London location partly overlooking Carshalton Ponds. This beautiful building could soon receive a new lease of life thanks to the Landmark Trust.
For the first time in 5 years Carshalton House due to open to the public
*News* This huge Georgian house in Carshalton was built in the early 1700s. It’s currently a Catholic high school for girls called St Philomena’s established in 1893. For the first time in 5 years, the public can tour the private parts of the building. Carshalton House has a long and illustrious history, some of which […]