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Everything you need to know about Universal theme park opening near London

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Wandsworth Times | News
Universal has announced plans to build its first-ever theme park in Europe, with a major resort to be developed in Bedfordshire.
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‘I rode the new free Silvertown tunnel Superloop – it was fast, until it wasn’t…’

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Wandsworth Times | News
We rode the new Superloop bus between Canary Wharf and Grove Park that takes you through the Silvertown tunnel.
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Every London Underground station and line closures this weekend

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Wandsworth Times | News
Check the London Underground, Overground and Elizabeth Line services for the upcoming weekend and don't be caught out by any changes from April 11 to 13.
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New Burger King to open in central London location with free Whoppers

Posted on April 9, 2025 by Wandsworth Times | News
Burger King is set to open a new restaurant on London’s Strand on April 14, with 1,000 free Whoppers, exclusive giveaways, and a year’s supply prize for one lucky fan.
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Violent Croydon predator tried to rape woman on walk home in Tooting

Posted on April 9, 2025 by Wandsworth Times | News
 
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Iconic London pub reopens after three-week refurb to restore historic charm

Posted on April 9, 2025 by Wandsworth Times | News
The iconic Blackfriar pub in London has reopened after a three-week refurbishment, restoring its historic charm while updating its food, drink, and facilities.
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Three ways London Liverpool Street station could change under new plans

Posted on April 9, 2025 by Wandsworth Times | News
New plans to redevelop London Liverpool Street station have been submitted to the City of London Corporation despite concerns from heritage groups.
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Celebrity Big Brother star Chesney Hawkes has very famous parents (and sister!)

Posted on April 9, 2025 by Wandsworth Times | News
Chesney Hawkes is one of the famous faces taking part in the latest series of ITV's Celebrity Big Brother.
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Gail’s Bakery urged to drop charge which ‘unfairly discriminates’ customers

Posted on April 9, 2025 by Wandsworth Times | News
A leading animal rights charity has launched a campaign calling for Gail’s Bakery which serves Emma Watson to drop a charge for its product.
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Widowed 82-year-old hopes to build ultra-sustainable home in new Grand Designs

Posted on April 9, 2025 by Wandsworth Times | News
Widowed 82-year-old Kathryn wants to create an ultra-sustainable home right next to her current home in London on new Grand Designs.
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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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