Clapham Junction incorporating Battersea News

News and information about Clapham Junction and Battersea, London

Main menu

Skip to primary content
Skip to secondary content
  • Home
  • Arding and Hobbs
  • Clapham Confusion
    • Railway Station
  • Lion
  • Resources
    • Property
    • Hotels
    • Car Hire
  • Lavender Hill
  • Shopping
  • Contact Us

Post navigation

← Older posts
Newer posts →

Spring sunshine brings people and wildlife together in Epping Forest

Posted on May 9, 2026 by Caroline Haines, Epping Forest and Commons Committee
From returning wildlife to dedicated volunteers, Caroline Haines reflects on springtime in Epping Forest and what visitors can enjoy.
Posted in Wandsworth Events | Tagged events

Spring sunshine brings people and wildlife together in Epping Forest

Posted on May 9, 2026 by Caroline Haines, Epping Forest and Commons Committee
From returning wildlife to dedicated volunteers, Caroline Haines reflects on springtime in Epping Forest and what visitors can enjoy.
Posted in Wandsworth Events | Tagged events

Team GB cricket star becomes ambassador for women’s cricket brand

Posted on May 9, 2026 by robyn.bennett@newsquest.co.uk | Robyn Bennett
Rebecca Clarke, 21, a Team GB wheelchair cricket star who plays for Spencer Cricket Club’s women’s section and Surrey’s disability teams, has become an ambassador for women's cricket brand Maiden.
Posted in Wandsworth Events | Tagged events

Deaf ambulance worker gives England rugby shirt to mentor in emotional moment

Posted on May 9, 2026 by robyn.bennett@newsquest.co.uk | Robyn Bennett
Zoe Cox, a deaf London Ambulance Service medic and international rugby player has presented her prized England rugby shirt to her mentor.
Posted in Wandsworth Events | Tagged events

‘A hideous pile’ – London’s first high-rise building now lost forever

Posted on May 9, 2026 by bridget.galton@newsquest.co.uk | Bridget Galton
London's first high-rise building - Queen Anne's Mansions - lasted just 100 years but was widely disliked, including by Queen Victoria. The Lost London book looks back at its history.
Posted in Wandsworth Events | Tagged events

The cafe that keeps young people out of trouble

Posted on May 9, 2026 by robyn.bennett@newsquest.co.uk | Robyn Bennett
The Clink Cafe in Herne Hill, run as a training centre for young people at risk of entering the criminal justice system, has been awarded £10,000.
Posted in Wandsworth Events | Tagged events

Team GB cricket star becomes ambassador for women’s cricket brand

Posted on May 9, 2026 by robyn.bennett@newsquest.co.uk | Robyn Bennett
Rebecca Clarke, 21, a Team GB wheelchair cricket star who plays for Spencer Cricket Club’s women’s section and Surrey’s disability teams, has become an ambassador for women's cricket brand Maiden.
Posted in Wandsworth Events | Tagged events

Deaf ambulance worker gives England rugby shirt to mentor in emotional moment

Posted on May 9, 2026 by robyn.bennett@newsquest.co.uk | Robyn Bennett
Zoe Cox, a deaf London Ambulance Service medic and international rugby player has presented her prized England rugby shirt to her mentor.
Posted in Wandsworth Events | Tagged events

‘A hideous pile’ – London’s first high-rise building now lost forever

Posted on May 9, 2026 by bridget.galton@newsquest.co.uk | Bridget Galton
London's first high-rise building - Queen Anne's Mansions - lasted just 100 years but was widely disliked, including by Queen Victoria. The Lost London book looks back at its history.
Posted in Wandsworth Events | Tagged events

The cafe that keeps young people out of trouble

Posted on May 9, 2026 by robyn.bennett@newsquest.co.uk | Robyn Bennett
The Clink Cafe in Herne Hill, run as a training centre for young people at risk of entering the criminal justice system, has been awarded £10,000.
Posted in Wandsworth Events | Tagged events

Post navigation

← Older posts
Newer posts →

Search

Google
Custom Search

RSS Events

RSS What’s On

  • Popular drag queen to join BBC's EastEnders for 'fun' special episode June 15, 2026
    A popular drag queen is said to be joining the BBC soap for Pride celebrations with a performance at the Queen Vic.
  • Emmerdale and Corrie face more TV schedule changes this week due to World Cup June 15, 2026
    The 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway and the ITV coverage means Emmerdale and Coronation Street fans will see a different schedule this week.
  • EastEnders faces TV schedule changes due to World Cup this week June 15, 2026
    The 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway and the BBC's football coverage has forced EastEnders to switch up its TV schedule.
  • National Theatre’s War Horse - 'hauntingly beautiful story of connection and courage' June 14, 2026
    War Horse has returned for a short run to the National Theatre and its a must-see this summer.
  • Harry Styles fans warned as ticket scams leave victims £1,295 out of pocket June 12, 2026
    Planning to see Harry Styles play live? Experts warn ticket scams are becoming more sophisticated, with many fans only discovering the fraud at the venue.

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.
sell diamonds online
Powered by WordPress | Fast WordPress Hosting | Hairdressing.co.uk | Domain Name Sale Now On
Image attributed to Wikimedia.org