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Open Spaces Society raise concerns about potential effect of an amendment to the Planning and Infrastructure Bill which would remove longstanding public rights on green spaces when land sold by councils oss.org.uk/public-rights-…

Lord tries to rewrite law to rescue Wimbledon from court battle. He sits on the AELTC board - Putney.news Lord sponsoring law change benefiting All England Club while serving as director sparks conflict concerns from MPs ahead of crucial Lords debate.

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🎓 John Innes Society Exhibition
📚 Education: the best years of your life?
Discover the fascinating history of education in Merton Park!
🗓️ Sat 25 & Sun 26 October
🕚 11am – 4pm
📍 The Coach House, 1A Melrose Rd, SW19 3HF
🎟️ Free Entry

The WPCC Rangers’ plan to turn the windmill sails on Nov 1 & 2 at 2pm.One caveat - if the maintenance manager is called away to deal with a problem elsewhere, he may not be able to turn the sails. It's wonderful sight - majestic and regal. Come along if you can.

Wimbledon BookFest is running from 16-26 October, with more than 100 speakers featuring in the 10-day event, including speakers from the worlds of literature, politics, business, food and much more. Go to wimbledonbookfest.org

Celebrate Tony Kane’s legacy at Merton Priory’s Chapter House near the Sainsbury/M&S hypermarket off Merantun Way. A retrospective of his vibrant art runs Oct 11–12, 11am–4pm. A tribute to Wimbledon’s own modern-day William Morris. #TonyKane #WimbledonArt #MertonPriory

Small storage units to rent for students @BigYellowss find out more at www.bigyellow.co.uk/...

Little Teds Family Session for under 5s Discover the wonders of Wimbledon Museum through storytelling, music and arts and crafts.

🌟 Little Teds Family Session – For Under 5s! 🌟

Join us for a fun-filled morning designed especially for little ones and their families!

🗓 Sunday 26th October
⏰ 10:00am – 10:45am
📍 Booking required tinyurl.com/mt7wm6tv
🎟 Tickets: £5 per child (plus booking fee)

The Arts Society Wimbledon lecture: National Treasures: saving London's Museums and Galleries in WW2 Caroline Shenton 08/10/25 8pm Sacred Heart Church Hall, Edge Hill, SW19 4LU - a gripping story of how heroic curators & custodians saved our national heritage: Details

🎬 Wimbledon International Short Film Festival
📅 11 Oct | 📍 Polka Theatre, Wimbledon
⏰ Doors: 18:30 | Screening: 19:00
🎟️ Tickets from £7.50: https://bit.ly/35bf2b1c
🌍 13 bold, handpicked short films from around the world.

More info at wimbledonshorts.com/ @WimbledonShorts

Have Your Say- what environmental and planning issues matter most to you? Our Planning & Environment Group want your views to help shape our priorities & future activities
📢 Do the survey now
Closes 21st Sept
🔗 http://wimbledonsoci...
#EnvironmentalSurvey #WimbledonSociety

Big Yellow Self Storage in Merton is proud to support local charities, schools and organisations with storage in the Merton area. www.bigyellow.co.uk/...

🎉 Join us at Wimbledon Windmill on 14 September!
🍞 Experience live demos of African Flatbread made with locally milled Brixtontol Windmill Flour.
🌟 Special guest appearance by Madame Cholet – a treat for Wombles fans of all ages!

The AELTC expansion promises community access—but the reality is far more limited. Just 6–8 weeks of partial court availability . Is this really public benefit? #SaveWimbledonPark #SWP #CommunityAccess

MERTON PRIORY - LOST AND FOUND ! A chance to hear distinguished archaeologist Scott McCracken's unique insights into the rediscovery of Merton Priory

MERTON PRIORY – LOST AND FOUND! Merton Historical Society free talk. Archaeologist Scott McCracken on his insights into Merton Priory: a hidden gem of medieval London
🗓️ Sat Sept 27
🕝 2:30 – 4:00 PM
📍 Merton Priory Chapter House, Chapter Way, London SW19 2RX
🎟️ Book at

Sustainable Merton's Greener Living Pop-Up Market @ Elys Join us and embrace a greener way of shopping!

Visit the Greener Living Pop-Up Market to embrace an eco-conscious way of shopping without compromising on quality! 🛍️

Find out more 👉 bit.ly/greenerliving...

#SustainableMerton #GreenerLivingPopUp2025 #SustainableSeptember

🌍 Brought to you by Sustainable Merton and generously supported by Elys, this exciting collaboration will showcase a wide array of sustainable items – from stunning handmade jewellery, accessories and unique gifts to creatively upcycled, gender-neutral leisurewear.

🌿 Sustainable Merton's GREENER LIVING POP-UP MARKET is returning to Elys, Wimbledon! 🌿

🗓️ SATURDAY 20 SEPTEMBER 🕛 9.30AM – 6PM!

Open House Festival

Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th September, 12 to 4pm

Explore the historic Wimbledon Village Club and Lecture Hall, designed by architect Samuel Teulon in 1858 and home to Wimbledon Museum, as part of the Open House Festival. More info at

Canons Sustainable September Fair Saturday 27th September at Canons House, Mitcham. A fun filled day for all, no ticket needed, people can drop in whenever they want for free. Various interactive sustainability activities, arts and crafts, live music and food! www.thecanonsmitcham...

SAVE Britain’s Heritage – 4th Sept 7pm
Emmanuel Church SW19 4QN
Join Liz Fuller for an inspiring talk protecting historic buildings across the UK from Victorian factories, to railway stations & swimming pools. And more
Free entry I Donations welcome
Discover how heritage can be saved & reused!

Wimbledon Common Nature Club We meet once a month to explore nature on Wimbledon Common. Appropriate for 6 to 14 year olds.

Wimbledon Common Nature Club’s next meeting will be on Sunday 7 th September. The topic will be “Den Building”. Your Bear Grylls moment! More info at

📣 Have your say at Merton Council!

Merton residents and businesses are invited to submit questions for the upcoming Full Council meeting on 17 September 2025.

🗓️ Deadline to submit: 5pm, Wednesday 3 September please email democratic.services@... https://orlo.uk/GZdXN

Save Wimbledon Park Ltd Applies for Permission to Appeal to the Court of Appeal Following the High Court Decision in July on the AELTC Wimbledon Park Project + Supporters Bulletin 10 August 22, 2025. SWP has applied for permission to appeal to the Court of Appeal. Mr Justice Saini’s judgment in July (on SWP’s request for Judicial Review of the validity of the planning permission ...

Important Update: Save Wimbledon Park Ltd has applied for permission to appeal the recent High Court decision about the AELTC Wimbledon Park Project. Support our cause by sharing this news! Read more: wix.to/Zqcnckx #SWP #WimbledonPark #CourtAppeal🌳🌍

Top tips for taking care of your clothes sustainably from @BigYellowss blog www.bigyellow.co.uk/...

🍏🍓 Fruit Day is back!
Join Abundance Wimbledon on Saturday, 13 Sept at St Mark’s Church Hall for —a celebration of local produce with jams, chutneys & more made from surplus fruit!
🌿 Community spirit, sustainability & tasty treats!
#AbundanceWimbledon #FruitDay2025 #WimbledonEvents

🌿 EcoFair 2025 – Bank Holiday Monday!
📍 Carshalton Park, SM5 3DD
🕥 10:30am – 8:00pm
🎶 Live music | 🌾 Farmers Market | 🍻 Real ale bar
🛍️ 150+ stalls | 👧 Kids activities | 🌍 Eco fun for all!
Don’t miss this vibrant community celebration!
#EcoFair2025 #CarshaltonPark #BankHolidayFun

🏛️ SAVE Britain’s Heritage: 50 Years of Campaigning
Join us for a talk by Liz Fuller on the fight to save & reuse historic buildings.
📅 4 Sept, 7pm
📍 Emmanuel Church SW19 (corner of Lingfield Rd)
Discover the stories behind the preservation!
#HeritageMatters #SAVEBritainsHeritage #Wim

📅 Save the Date!
Merton Heritage Discovery Day on Saturday, 16 August 2025 at Morden Library & Merton Civic Centre.
🕰️ Free, family-friendly fun with walks, talks, quizzes, kids’ activities & more!
Celebrate our borough’s rich history.
#MertonHeritageDay #MertonHistory #FamilyFun

Walk of Remembrance – 80th Anniversary of VJ Day
Join the Wimbledon Village & Common Walk & Talk group on 16th Aug to commemorate VJ day. Let’s walk together in honour and reflection.
#VJDay80 #WimbledonRemembers #WWII
Details at wimbledonsociety.org... and Facebook fb.me/e/5eXSYetCJ