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Sun, 14 Jun 2026 09:54:50 +0100
LIVE updates as busy Lewisham road CLOSED after late-night 'police incident'
A20 Lewisham Way is closed in both directions in New Cross following a police incident. Send photos or information to Ezekiel.Bertrand@newsquest.co.uk

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 09:03:46 +0100
LIVE updates as busy road closed for HOURS due to 'police incident'
Ilford Lane closed due to a 'police incident' since 4.15pm yesterday (June 13)

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The London Underground ghost station open for just 10 years you've never heard of
King William Street was open as a London Underground station for just ten years and now it remains as a ghost station of London's past.

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
This south east London Wetherspoon has a fascinating story
The Watch House in Lewisham is named after a forgotten part of the town's history dating back centuries.

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
11 perfect ways to celebrate Father's Day in London
From river cruises to theatre trips, here are some of the best ways to celebrate Father's Day in London.

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Inside the eerie history of London’s ‘railway of the dead’ that carried coffins
The London Necropolis Railway carried coffins and mourners from London to Brookwood Cemetery for nearly 90 years.

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Best BOXPARK and BOXHALL venues to watch World Cup 2026 matches in London
BOXPARK and BOXHALL venues across London will screen World Cup matches with giant screens, food and fan zones.

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Woolwich Ferry cancelled for three days as TfL carry out works
The Woolwich Ferry will be closed for three days next week while TfL carries out planned engineering works.

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
This ‘most outstanding’ London café is drawing crowds for its ‘delicious’ brunch
Cafe Beam in Notting Hill has been described as London's "most outstanding". Here's why.

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The lost Art Deco showroom that heralded the golden age of motoring
A lost Art Deco car dealers in Golders Green is listed in a guide which explores the 'curious' relics of London's past.

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
National Theatre’s War Horse - 'hauntingly beautiful story of connection and courage'
War Horse has returned for a short run to the National Theatre and its a must-see this summer.

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Road crossing model helping students at Chislehurst special school
Chislehurst Rotary Club has donated a road crossing teaching aid to Marjorie McClure School.

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Death notices and funeral announcements from the Your Local Guardian
Last week, the Your Local Guardian published 3 death notices.

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The forgotten Victorian murder that shocked Kentish Town
Prash Ganendran revisits a forgotten Victorian murder in Kentish Town, where a brazen daytime robbery at a Brecknock Road chemist in 1886 turned fatal.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 17:12:15 +0100
Ex-Met constable lied THREE times to dodge speeding fines
A former Met Police constable has been jailed after lying to investigators to avoid speeding penalties on multiple occasions.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100
I finally tried Madame Tussauds for the first time – here’s my review
After years of walking past it, I finally visited Madame Tussauds London and was surprised by how much I enjoyed it.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Bromley ranked among top 20 most ‘friendly’ neighbourhoods in the UK
Bromley has officially been crowned among the top 20 of the UK’s “friendliest neighbourhoods”.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Beloved Grade II-listed south London pub with 170 years of history goes up for sale
The Hanover Arms, a Grade II-listed pub in Kennington, has been put on the market with a £2 million price tag.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:25:42 +0100
Man stabbed to death in west London named and pictured for first time
The victim of the fatal stabbing in North Street, Southall has been named and pictured for the first time.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:25:33 +0100
Man who died after assault at property named and pictured for first time
The victim of a fatal assault in Bermondsey has been named and pictured for the first time by police.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:17:30 +0100
Man, 41, charged with murder after assault at London home
A man has been charged with murder following an assault in Cadbury Way, Bermondsey on June 10.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0100
A guide to the south east London festivals happening in June
A number of festivals are taking place across south east London this month - here's a round-up.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 14:51:40 +0100
King marks official birthday with grand Trooping the Colour ceremony
The King has marked his official birthday with one of the grandest displays of British pageantry.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 14:19:37 +0100
All the South Western trains not running this weekend due to closures
Several South Western Railway services will be revised for yet another weekend due to maintenance work in the New Malden area.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 14:07:47 +0100
All the Southeastern train disruptions and cancellations this weekend
Several Southeastern services will be affected by engineering work this weekend, with some trains cancelled, diverted and replaced by buses.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 13:38:53 +0100
Two arrested after man in hospital following late-night assault
Two people have been arrested after a man was assaulted on a major road in Kingston.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 13:06:24 +0100
Man in hospital after late-night assault on major road
A man is in hospital after an assault on a road in Kingston.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Sidcup’s charming lavender field that’s free to visit with soft play and a restaurant
If you’re looking to visit a lavender field this summer, Sidcup is home to a charming spot complete with a soft play area, campsite and restaurant.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Discover this 'marvellous' hidden gem London museum that's completely free
London Museum Docklands is completely free to all and has been described as "marvellous".

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
A look at Harry Styles' low key life in idyllic north London village
As he takes to the stage at Wembley Stadium for a string of dates, Harry Styles will contrast the glare of the spotlight with his low key life in north London.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
The historic south London park with one of the UK’s most ‘scenic’ running routes
Richmond Park in south London - known for its large herds of deer and rich history - has been ranked as having one of the most scenic running routes in the UK.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Huge food festival brings top London chefs and exclusive dishes to Regent's Park
The Taste of London food festival is returning to Regent's Park next week with masterclasses and cooking demos alongside delicious dishes.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 11:36:22 +0100
Trains in south east London delayed for hours over lunchtime
A signalling fault has caused major disruption to trains across south east London in Sevenoaks, Charing Cross and Dartford.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 10:47:07 +0100
The Southern trains affected by engineering works this weekend
Several Southern trains will be cancelled or replaced by buses this weekend.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 10:39:29 +0100
Recap as 'police incident' closes busy north London road for hours
Chamberlayne Road in West Kilburn has been closed for hours this morning due to a 'police incident'

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 10:07:11 +0100
Manhunt after woman sexually assaulted by two men on east London train
Police have released images of two men they want to identify following a sexual assault on board an Elizabeth Line train.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Tube, Overground and DLR closures next week – exact lines affected
Engineering work will affect several London Underground, DLR, and Overground services between Monday, June 15, and Sunday, June 21.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 09:36:19 +0100
Forensic drugs operations manager amongst 10 Met Police staff in King's Honours List
A total of ten serving and former Metropolitan Police officers and staff have been included in the King's Birthday Honours List 2026.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 09:47:03 +0100
RECAP after police tape off major town centre route following assault
A307 Wheatfield Way is closed northbound in Kingston following a police incident. Send photos or information to Ezekiel.Bertrand@newsquest.co.uk

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The London collective creating alcohol-free spaces to watch the World Cup
As England is set to make its World Cup 2026 debut on June 17, a growing number of Londoners are looking for alternatives to traditional pub screenings.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Farmers market trial in north London this weekend
A new farmers market is holding a trial in Highbury Fields - with London Farmers Markets hoping to make it a regular fixture.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Charming historic Kent city named best place to live less than an hour from London
Canterbury is just an hour away from central London and was previously named the best place to live in Kent by Muddy Stilettos.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Where to play golf in London – the top courses and driving ranges
From historic golf clubs to modern driving ranges, here are some of the best places to play golf in London.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Outdoor shows announced for Greenwich + Docklands festival return - what we know
Greenwich + Docklands International Festival (GDIF) is set to return this summer, bringing a packed programme of outdoor performances to south east London.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Best London pubs to watch the World Cup revealed in new ranking
A new ranking has revealed some of the best pubs in London for watching the World Cup this summer.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
I tried a whimsical new afternoon tea celebrating 160 years of Beatrix Potter
I recently tried a brand-new afternoon tea that celebrates Beatrix Potter’s 160th anniversary at a London hotel.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Historic south London pub popular with cricket fans goes up for sale
The Beehive, a historic pub near The Oval cricket ground, has been put on the market for £3.5 million.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100
New 20m phone mast planned at Hayes train station
Below is a summary of the most recent planning applications validated at Bromley Council over the past week.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
All the applications sent to Greenwich Council in the last week
Here are the latest planning applications validated by Greenwich Council this week.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Hackney resident knighted for decades of campaigning
Patrick Vernon is set to be knighted for decades of work championing social justice and racial equality.

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