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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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Rosslyn Park welcomes local youngsters with Wandsworth grant

Posted on March 12, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Children and young people are benefitting from a safe and free space to get active thanks to Wandsworth Grant Fund support for Rosslyn Park FC.
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Rosslyn Park welcomes local youngsters with Wandsworth grant

Posted on March 12, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Children and young people are benefitting from a safe and free space to get active thanks to Wandsworth Grant Fund support for Rosslyn Park FC. 
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New Winstanley Neighbourhood green community grant scheme launches

Posted on March 10, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Discover how to apply for our new community grants scheme focused on green projects in the Winstanley Neighbourhood.
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Better road crossings, lighting and greenery for Wandsworth Town Centre

Posted on March 10, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Safer roads, more green planting and better lighting are set to be delivered in Wandsworth Town following feedback from local residents and businesses.
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Better road crossings, lighting and greenery for Wandsworth Town Centre

Posted on March 10, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Safer roads, more green planting and better lighting are set to be delivered in Wandsworth Town following feedback from local residents and businesses.
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New Winstanley Neighbourhood green community grant scheme launches

Posted on March 10, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Discover how to apply for our new community grants scheme focused on green projects in the Winstanley Neighbourhood.
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Drop-in: get free personalised money advice and support

Posted on March 6, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Wandsworth residents are welcome to drop in for free face-to-face money advice and support in West Hill, Putney on 12 March.
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Drop-in: get free personalised money advice and support

Posted on March 6, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Wandsworth residents are welcome to drop in for free face-to-face money advice and support in West Hill, Putney on 12 March.
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Cherished Albert Gate restoration to complete on 8 April

Posted on March 5, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Restoration works to Battersea Park’s Albert Gate are set to complete in early April, following a collision with a lorry last year. 
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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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