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Is there a burning topic you’d like to see The Charlton Champion cover? What have we missed? What can you tell us that other people don’t know, or hasn’t been published elsewhere? Share your story by filling in the form below. Want to contribute? Please drop me a line at darryl.se7 [at] gmail.com.

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  1. neilclasper says:
    October 7, 2010 at 08:22

    This Londonist article (http://londonist.com/2010/08/love_your_lido_charlton.php) refers to “enthusiasts from the Charlton Lido Swimming Club”. I haven’t found any web presence for them, and wondered if this blog would be a good place for them to raise the profile of what’s going on (and not going on) with Charlton Lido. Obviously that would involve locating someone from the club – perhaps a reader knows someone involved.

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  3. PlumBum says:
    October 21, 2010 at 09:40

    How about the place behind the hospital? I think it is a social club/sports club but I don’t know much about what sports are available there, also I think there used to be a car boot sale there?

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  6. valley_girl says:
    October 22, 2010 at 16:22

    Neighbourhood Watch – we’ve just received a flyer in Eversley Road asking for people to register interest in setting up a Neighbourhood Watch Scheme. I’m thinking of registering but would be interested in knowing something about about the value and sustainability of such schemes in streets where there is a generally low level of crime and anti-social behaviour? Are there any successful schemes in Charlton?

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  8. blackheathbugle says:
    December 9, 2010 at 23:39

    http://subterraneangreeenwich.blogspot.com/2010/12/charlton-tunnel-cave-rail-tragedy.html claims that Network Rail should check on the caves beneath Charlton’s railway lines.

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  9. lynne rhodes says:
    December 27, 2010 at 19:59

    Peoples thoughts on who decides what businesses are allowed to open in Charlton Village. I am constantly frustrated at how we are continuously subjected to the opening of shops that have no appeal to the average Charlton resident and that have absolutely no kerb appeal. Where are the nice cafe’s and shops that would revamp the generally shoddy appearance of the Village? Am I the only one who is of this opinion?

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    • Rejory says:
      January 25, 2013 at 08:06

      Wholeheartedly agree. As far as I know, Greenwich Council inherited from the Maryon Wilsons the shops on the Charlton House side of the Village. As for the other side, I’m not too sure but there does seem to be a determined effort to keep it as irrelevant and rundown as possible. As (according to Location, Location, Location) the ‘only village in Greenwich’ you’d think there would/could be a thriving community of shops & cafes!

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      • Ang says:
        April 22, 2013 at 13:10

        Agree! That reptile shop is hideous and we don’t need betting shops! An independent, stylish cafe with great coffee would be perfect! I would go there every weekend.

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  12. Matias bilder says:
    June 29, 2011 at 11:58

    How about a decent espresso in Charlton, had a coffee at Charlton Valley cafe which was horrible. I guess a lot of people have no idea of a good coffee.

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  13. Brenda says:
    August 31, 2011 at 10:59

    I have some questions on boring household stuff – I am looking for a window cleaner for the SE7 area. I know Nikki suggested one but i couldn’t get through on the number. I’m also after a reliable wheely bin cleaner. Not like the one I used before who turned up the second time and collected the money in the secret place without doing the ruddy cleaning. I’ve asked a few to call me back but no joy. My bins are kicking up a stink!

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    • Sarah says:
      September 8, 2011 at 12:11

      I can help you with both Brenda. I have used Wheelie World for a few years, they come every other Tuesday and charge £2.50. Tel: 07785 997 625. Our window cleaners are Nick & Gabi. They charge £6 for the front windows and come once a month. Tel: 07830 113000. Good luck!

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  14. Lynne Rhodes says:
    September 7, 2011 at 11:31

    Calling all local people who like to sell their crafts! For the first time ever, Thorntree School are hosting a Christmas Craft Market on Thursday 3 November 2011 from 7 – 9.30 pm.

    The market will be advertised on the internet and across the Borough so we hope it will attract lots of customers from Greewich, Blackheath and beyond!

    Table will cost £15. If you need any more info or would like to book a table, please drop me a line.

    lynnerhodes@hotmail.co.uk

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  15. Ann Bedwell says:
    October 22, 2011 at 14:06

    I have just found your site whilst looking for photos of Charlton. I have just been looking at a website for memories of Plumstead and I think that would be a good topic on here.
    People post their memories and photos. I was born in Maryon Road Charlton in 1946 and remember the Coronation Party in 1953. Maybe a lot of people will think ” old fogies ” but it would be wonderful to have some where to share memories and photos of how it used to be.
    Ann

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  16. Thomas says:
    November 1, 2011 at 16:18

    Sherington School has just been rated “outstanding” by Ofsted. Parents told by text message this morning.
    Given that when I moved to the area 9 years ago it was rated as a failing school, it’s quite an achievement.

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  17. Cathy says:
    January 18, 2012 at 20:34

    Can anyone tell me what has happened about the Tesco Express or Sainsburys moving underneath those newly sold flats near us at the top end off Floyd Road opposite Charlton Station.
    The builders have buggered off leaving a total mess and completely unfinished project. We have had many men and their wonderous machinery clearing sewers but still no joy. These are totally privately sold and owned flats which has become an eyesore of a fenced off derelict shell. Can anyone please tell us what is happening. And while I am at it the lighting is appalling down our street with pedestrians constantly tripping up on uneven pavement whichh is constantly strewn with dog mess, nappies,broken glass and litter, and what with the recent brutal attack on an innocent bystander we do need proper lit streets. Us women can’t defend ourselves in the dark never mind daylight and when chating to a a young female neighbour she was nearly raped down the alley that runs down the side of our house which is not lit and is strewn with rubbish which I constantly clear up because it is a private and the street cleaners have told me to sweep all the rubbiish into the streets whcih they will clear up afterwards whcih is not an ideal
    situation.

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  18. scarletmanuka says:
    January 27, 2012 at 14:38

    I’ve seen signs go up about a Charlton Community Garden initiative… sounds like a good idea, are you able to get the details to put up on the blog, please?

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  19. Jon Taylor says:
    February 13, 2012 at 11:30

    Blackheath Cricket Club …. Welcomes cricketers from the area to join for the 2012 season. The club is located at The Rectory Field, Charlton Road. Established around 1862, it’s the club’s 150th year. Cricket has been played at The Rectory since 1886. Cricketers and supporters welcome.

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  20. Rachael Perrin says:
    February 21, 2012 at 13:11

    Exciting new community music project starting in Charlton next week! I am a Charlton based musician, passionate about uniting local people through music and the arts. As a result of this interest my music company (Soundcastle) and I will be running FREE community music sessions on Monday afternoons from February 27th to June 4th at 4.15 – 5.15 and 5.45-6.45pm. If you want to know more then check out http://www.soundcastle.co.uk or email me at rachael@soundcastle.co.uk. ALL WELCOME! Thanks, Rachael

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  21. Sarah Trevena says:
    March 2, 2012 at 11:04

    Hi Darryl,
    Wondered if I was the only person concerned about the recent news about Councillor John
    Fahy’s alleged conflict of interest over the transfer of our public libraries to a trust called Meridian Link that he runs.
    Our beloved Maryon Park was in his safe hands and now it looks set to be run by a trust too
    Umm… why do Greenwich Council continue to invest so much trust in councillors like Fahy
    who are supposed to be a beacon of Culture and Leisure for the Borough but only seem to
    tread on our daisies and smudge the books?

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  22. Aaron R says:
    March 29, 2012 at 16:47

    Not sure if you have been hearing similar rumours, but I have now heard from several friends with connections to Thames Water (one a developer who has regular meetings with them, another who works for the company on the waste side) that the situation with the drought water levels is so bad that plans for standpipe only water supply is now almost certain for some areas over the summer. I’ve also heard that South East London (inc. Charlton) is likely to be the main target for standpipes due to its high residential population density, with West London, and the Olympic sights excluded. I’m hoping this is only rumour and emergency planning, but the warnings a worrying.

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  23. neilclasper says:
    May 8, 2012 at 11:16

    Can anyone recommend a local TV aerial installer?

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  24. charles says:
    June 21, 2012 at 19:50

    I would like to start a road runners club in charlton and i would like to have time trials. Also i have a good suggestion for a venue.

    I need support from local runners

    Charles

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  25. Son says:
    July 8, 2012 at 00:25

    Hi, I jogged along the Thames path this afternoon and realized some construction work is going on at the corner of Lombard Wall and Riverside (it is used to be an industrial estate and it is big). Do you know what is going on there? thanks Son

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  26. briankellyBrian says:
    July 31, 2012 at 17:36

    This may be a bit petty but i have spent days trying to get B&Q to collect a dumped trolley that is a traffic hazard. They will not come and pick it up despite numerous phone calls and the council do not include them on their agreed list of trolley collecting … they cover ASDA, Sainsburys but not B&Q apparently.
    Any ideas for ways to pressure them into acting to prevent a potential accident – i have moved it to safety but it gets moved back into the road.

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  27. mark says:
    October 27, 2012 at 11:28

    What is happening with the newly-built building at the top of Floyd Road, opposite the Post Office? This was built then left empty? rumours said Tesco Local was supposed to open there, but all i have seen appear there is grafitti about Charlton FC, you even have that photo of it on your blog. This looks like an eyesore, so can you find out what is occuring here please – because at the moment your just posting pictures on your blog showing it empty and boarded up, and not addressing why?

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  28. James says:
    December 4, 2012 at 13:21

    Coffee – can anyone recommend a decent espresso coffee in SE7 – for too long my/our SE7 ££ is being spent in SE3/10.
    Thanks

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    • Sarah says:
      December 6, 2012 at 21:00

      James: have you tried the Old Cottage Coffee Shop in Charlton Park? I really recommend it highly. It is run by lovely people, the food is fab and not pricey. I’m a tea-drinker so can’t promise you an espresso but given the name of the place, it seems quite probable. Don’t bother with SE3 or SE10 – SE7 is where it’s at!

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      • James says:
        December 6, 2012 at 21:57

        thanks for reply Sarah, yes aware of Old Cottage at Charlton Park – excellent place in every way but the coffee… will head up there again and see if it has improved – if so I might be moving in!

      • JJ&& says:
        December 11, 2012 at 12:52

        The people running the Old Cottage are lovely people and really keen to improve and refine what they are offering. They have a proper espresso machine so if you like your coffee a certian way i’m sure they do it if you ask nicely. The more feedback and support they get the more likely we are to keep what is a really charming local amenity. Do give them another try.

      • James says:
        December 31, 2012 at 11:34

        just for completeness… been back to the Old Cottage and still plenty of room for improvement with the coffee – everything else 10/10.

  29. Len Weir says:
    January 7, 2013 at 14:59

    Lovely independent coffee bar in Charlton Village by War Memorial – use it or lose it

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  30. Rejory says:
    January 25, 2013 at 08:15

    Any thoughts on extending the Jubilee line from North Greenwich to Bexleyheath, via Charlton Riverside, Charlton Village, Woolwich Common, Shooter’s Hill, etc etc
    Wishful thinking I know!

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  31. Amanda says:
    January 29, 2013 at 23:45

    Pedestrian crossing at the junction of Victoria Way and Woolwich Road. Has anyone noticed this has been moved 6ft to the east? I am not sure what the advantage will be. That crossing needed a pelican crossing not just moving…… its a dangerous place to cross the road.

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  33. Amanda says:
    February 24, 2013 at 19:08

    I should be very grateful if older Charltonians could educate me about the building I live in on Victoria Way. As you walk down Victoria Way on the right there is a new build property where clearly there should have been a semi detached Victorian Villa. Was it a bomb site? did it burn down?? does anyone know the story of 135-137 Victoria Way?

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    • Darryl says:
      February 24, 2013 at 20:50

      Hello Amanda – I think the original housing was knocked down in the 1970s. Will try to do a post on it, as I’ve got some old newsletters about it (it caused a a row at the time).

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    • Peter says:
      February 24, 2013 at 21:42

      Victoria Way, I think that Darryl is right about property at 135 – 137 Victoria Way being built in the 1970s or 80s, An Orndance Survey map from the 1970s shows that the shape of the building on the siite then was identical to neighbouring properties, indicating that the property was rebuilt later..

      The houses at this end of Victoria Way (originally called Victoria Road) were built in the late 1850s on land that was part of an estate owned by George Rouple. Maps of bomb damage compiled at the end of WW2 by London County Council, show that the houses at the southern end (top of the hill) were damaged by bombs, possibly by a V1 or V2 which struck Mascalls just to the west. The map indicates that 135 -137 was only slightly damaged.

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      • Amanda says:
        April 20, 2013 at 18:55

        Am so grateful for your very full reply. I have always been interested in where I live and you have filled in the gaps. Much appreciated.

  34. Johnboyy says:
    February 24, 2013 at 20:32

    Just seen the post about extending the Jubilee line. Would a tube be able to get up the hill from the river to Charlton Village?

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  35. Lara says:
    March 20, 2013 at 12:32

    With regards to the Metropolitan Police car pound – no joke, they have sent me the fine in writing and a telephone number to call, but the telephone number they supply on the form is not even for the Metro Police but is for a resident,, who is nothing to do with the Police!!! Which I find extremely poor due to this poor resident now receiving all calls for Fine enquiries.

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  36. hamish says:
    March 23, 2013 at 08:42

    Does anyone know if there are any plans to improve disaster zone that is the Woolwich Road Flyover junction? Every time I approach this junction I expect to be cut off or dinged by someone who isn’t in the right lane. The lack of any line markings or proper signs to indicate which lanes drivers should be in really does wind me up! I always approach the lane I feel should be the right one in order to exit correctly but I’m constantly cut up particularly when coming from Greenwich to head towards Sainsburys or Charlton. Its the same when coming off the A102 and when I want to turn right towards Charlton.

    Is there any more that will be completed as part of the Woolwich Road crossing and downgrading works which will include this junction?

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  37. scarlet says:
    April 9, 2013 at 18:57

    Why is it that the number of police regularly hanging around the entrance to Bramshot Ave (car pound side) has increased this year? One of them told me it was due to problems they were having with the volume of traffic at the pound and trying to control that. It is happening so often now that I am struggling to see how this is a good use of public funding and police time? It’s also making it far harder to cross the road to the shops and houses with all the cars being stopped, turned around and queued. Does anyone know what’s going on and when it’ll stop?

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  38. Keith says:
    April 16, 2013 at 12:56

    Would anyone care to share their thoughts on the Hornfair Park BMX track now that it’s been open for a while? I’ve used the track with my young sons many times and my experiences have always been positive but I remember many people opposing it before it was constructed on the grounds it would significantly increase anti-social behaviour…

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  39. Amanda says:
    April 20, 2013 at 19:10

    Queen Elizabeth Hospital ….. as many of you know this hospital is in administration having acrued huge debts as a result of the hospital being built by way of a PPI contract and the lunacy of the Department of Health who thought bringing together St Marys at Sidcup and Princess Royal University Hospital in Bromley into one large Trust. 2 of these Hospitals were built on PFI contracts. It was always going to be a loss making combination as accountants would say but it was in fact for those hospitals a poisoned chalice. I should point out I am not an NHS employee just someone who is concerned about what happens next…

    At some point in the near future QEH will be subsumed by Lewisham who will lose some facilities…. how are these two hospitals meant to cope with a downgrade of services and a continuing debt at QEH?

    One does not have to look too far to see the problems….. the administrators costs at QEH are already over budget and that will continue, the costs of amalgamating Lewisham and QEH would in fact wipe out QEH’s debt. I predict that in 2 financial years after the amalgamation BOTH hospitals will be in debt and we as users wil be the worse for it.

    I had an operation at QEH for Dupuytrens Contracture….. best google it rather than me explain and I waited 8 weeks, the service at QEH was brilliant….. its not a broken hospital…. its PFI that is causing the problem – not clinical expertise or the dedication of QEH staff.

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  40. Ang says:
    April 22, 2013 at 13:07

    Hi, been living in Woodland Tce for a couple of years and just found out William Matthew Flinders Petrie, archaeologist (1853 –1942) was born in Maryon Rd Charlton, grandson of Matthew Flinders (I’m Aussie so I like that link). Anyone know why a Blue Plaque isn’t up there? Cheers

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  41. browneandsinger says:
    May 6, 2013 at 15:26

    Hello, we live on Church Lane opposite warren court, at the end of the gardens of our house and the neighbours all the way down to the turning for the heights there is a void between our gardens and the gardens for houses on the heights. It’s very overgrown and we were just wondering if anyone knows who owns it? It would make a lovely spot for a community gardening space or allotments :)

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  42. JJ77 says:
    June 17, 2013 at 20:31

    I’ve just noticed the sign in the empty shop next to the baguette in the village announcing that a new greengrocer will be owning soon. Sounds interesting, but does anyone have any more details?

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