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A year of road and pavement renewals in Wandsworth

Posted on March 13, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Wandsworth Council has invested £10.25 million this year to upgrade roads and pavements across the borough, delivering major improvements as part of its Decade of Renewal and making streets safer, smoother, and more accessible for everyone.
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Leader urges AELTC to reconsider development plans

Posted on March 13, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Leader of Wandsworth Council speaks on AELTC proposal
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Council’s housing team recognised for work with victims of domestic abuse

Posted on March 13, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
The Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance Bronze has recognised Wandsworth Housing Services for its wraparound support for survivors of domestic abuse in the borough.
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Work begins on refurbishing Balham Children’s Library

Posted on March 12, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Transformation of Balham Library’s children and teen areas has begun, marking another major investment in Wandsworth’s libraries.
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Colour and lights improve bridges from Balham to Battersea

Posted on March 12, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Residents across Wandsworth will spot the latest progress as the council continues to improve rail bridges and underpasses to create cleaner, brighter and safer routes.
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Young people roll into action as revamped Kimber Skate Park reopens with bigger, better space

Posted on March 12, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Our refurbished Kimber Skate Park is welcoming young people back to explore its transformed space.
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Young people roll into action as revamped Kimber Skate Park reopens with bigger, better space

Posted on March 12, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Our refurbished Kimber Skate Park is welcoming young people back to explore its transformed space.
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Colour and lights improve bridges from Balham to Battersea

Posted on March 12, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Residents across Wandsworth will spot the latest progress as the council continues to improve rail bridges and underpasses to create cleaner, brighter and safer routes.
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New hub strengthens support for Wandsworth residents facing homelessness

Posted on March 12, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Wandsworth has expanded support for residents facing homelessness with the launch of an innovative, new Homelessness Assessment Hub in Lavender Hill. Leading a new approach in London, the 11-bed hub provides a dedicated space offering short-term stays and individualised, wrap-around support.
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Work begins on refurbishing Balham Children’s Library

Posted on March 12, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Transformation of Balham Library’s children and teen areas has begun, marking another major investment in Wandsworth’s libraries.
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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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