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Wandsworth Council approves major investment to transform the Winstanley Neighbourhood

Posted on July 15, 2025 by Wandsworth Council
Wandsworth Council has given the green light to an improved Winstanley Neighbourhood Regeneration Plan, which will deliver significant investment in the neighbourhood which will help to reduce crime, provide much-needed new homes, and support children and young people living in the area.
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12 Wandsworth parks win Green Flag Awards: a record year for our green spaces

Posted on July 15, 2025 by Wandsworth Council
12 of Wandsworth’s parks and green spaces have been awarded prestigious Green Flag status: the borough’s best result ever and a powerful recognition of the care and investment going into our green spaces.
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Apple and Wandsworth Council expand digital creativity programme in schools

Posted on July 15, 2025 by Wandsworth Council
More Wandsworth children are set to benefit from world-class digital learning as Apple announces a major expansion of its schools programme in the borough.
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Wandsworth’s ambitious plan for libraries puts them at the heart of the community

Posted on July 15, 2025 by Wandsworth Council
The Libraries First! strategy sets out a five-year vision to make libraries the first place residents turn to pick up a new book, do something fun with their children, try a new hobby, access the internet, or just spend time in a community space where they can work, read and enjoy some peace and quiet.
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Balham residents discuss local improvements with Wandsworth Council leader

Posted on July 12, 2025 by Wandsworth Council
Residents in the Balham area of Wandsworth today took the opportunity to speak directly with Simon Hogg, Leader of Wandsworth Council, at the latest community drop-in event around the borough (Saturday 12 July).
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Balham residents discuss local improvements with Wandsworth Council leader

Posted on July 12, 2025 by Wandsworth Council
Residents in the Balham area of Wandsworth today took the opportunity to speak directly with Simon Hogg, Leader of Wandsworth Council, at the latest community drop-in event around the borough (Saturday 12 July).
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Apply now to host a free street party for Car Free Day

Posted on July 11, 2025 by Wandsworth Council
We’re waiving fees for residents to host street parties to celebrate Car Free Day and bring together neighbours, build community spirit and create safe spaces for children to play.
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Apply now to host a free street party for Car Free Day

Posted on July 11, 2025 by Wandsworth Council
We’re waiving fees for residents to host street parties to celebrate Car Free Day and bring together neighbours, build community spirit and create safe spaces for children to play.
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Apply now to host a free street party for Car Free Day

Posted on July 11, 2025 by Wandsworth Council
We’re waiving fees for residents to host street parties to celebrate Car Free Day and bring together neighbours, build community spirit and create safe spaces for children to play.
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Join the Closet Clear-out Challenge this July

Posted on July 10, 2025 by Wandsworth Council
This July, we are challenging Wandsworth residents to clear out their closets and give their unwanted clothes a new lease of life, all while helping protect the planet.
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Maltese Connection

Clapham Junction is a prehistoric site on Malta near the Dingli Cliffs. It is a complex network of tracks gouged in the rock. Its age and purpose are still a mystery of Maltese history. Beside the megalithic temples it is the most mysterious artefact on Malta. It is reported that the name "Clapham Junction" was given by an Englishman, who later reported that it reminded him of the great and busy railway station Clapham Junction in London.

Platform 1

The old platform 1 has now become platform ZERO. See our main article about Platform 1 at Clapham Junction

Wheelchair users are advised that they should allow an hour for transfer between platforms at Clapham Junction.

Gay Life on TV

Clapham Junction is a 2007 British television film, written by Kevin Elyot, about the experiences of gay men during 36 hours in the Clapham area of London and the consequences when their lives collide. It was broadcast on Channel 4 in July 2007. The drama was shown as part of a short season by Channel 4 to mark the 40th anniversary of decriminalisation of homosexuality in England and Wales.
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