Wandsworth Guardian

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Thames Boat Project gets £8,000 boost to help children on River Thames cruises
The Thames Boat Project receives £8,000 grant from London Freemasons to fund educational and therapeutic River Thames cruises.

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The lost north London Tube station that's helping to heat a school
Located between Old Street and Angel on the Northern line, City Road station is now part of a heating scheme recycling air from London Underground tunnels.

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 08:17:09 +0000
Bridgerton fans shocked by 'startling' revelation of a new Lady Whistledown
Bridgerton Series 4 on Netflix revealed that an unknown person had taken up the mantle of Lady Whistledown, and fans are trying to guess their identity

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:52:06 +0000
I’m a mortgage expert – this is what buyers should do to avoid overlooked headaches
A mortgage expert has advised budding buyers on what to do to avoid one of the most overlooked homebuying headaches.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:33:52 +0000
Ryanair passenger avoids hefty baggage charge with this simple trick
A spokesman for Ryanair said the passenger had booked a basic fare ticket that entitled them to carry one small personal bag onboard.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:06:59 +0000
Ocado to axe 1,000 jobs as part of £150 million restructure affecting UK workforce
Ocado has announced plans to axe around 1,000 jobs as it looks to slash costs by about £150 million as part of a wider restructure.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The 'bold' step to help more people survive cancer and live well afterwards
Putney MP welcomes Government’s National Cancer Plan, highlights local traffic improvements with TfL and Wandsworth Council.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
All the closures and changes on the London Underground you need to know this weekend
Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (February 27 to March 1) and don't be caught out.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:09:56 +0000
Half of UK population would turn to AI for financial advice
Half of Brits would turn to AI for financial advice including ways to save, ideas for reducing bills and guidance on setting goals.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:00:54 +0000
Jenson Button takes on shop assistants in a high-octane ‘Scan Grand Prix'
F1 World Champion Jenson Button took on shop assistants in a high-octane ‘Scan Grand Prix’ – and was outmanoeuvred.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:54:08 +0000
Use your heads! More than half of adults have turned to a coin flip
Use your heads! More than half of adults have turned to a coin flip to settle everyday disputes - from chores to takeaways. 

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:08:07 +0000
Households warned over £1,000 fine if video doorbells break major UK privacy law
Households are being warned over a £1,000 fine if video doorbells such as Ring, Eufy and Blink break major UK privacy law known as GDPR

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:07:30 +0000
UK's top 10 stolen car models in 2025 revealed by DVLA - is yours on the list?
Data from the DVLA has revealed what the top 10 stolen car models were in the UK during 2025, which included vehicles from Ford and Toyota

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 07:48:32 +0000
Suranne Jones on returning as Doctor Foster as third and final series confirmed
It has been confirmed that Suranne Jones will reprise her role for the long-awaited third and final series of the BBC's Doctor Foster.

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000
NHS on oesophageal cancer: cases rising and late diagnosis a concern
February marks Oesophageal Cancer Awareness Month; London NHS Cancer Alliances and Heartburn Cancer UK, launch awareness campaign

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:30:00 +0000
Royal Mail warns of delivery delays across UK - full list of 44 postcodes affected
Royal Mail has warned of delivery delays in 44 postcodes across the UK - see the full list of areas affected.

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 06:24:40 +0000
Police end searches at Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s former home Royal Lodge
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested last Thursday (February 19) on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:21:42 +0000
The top 25 signs you’re getting older include sitting down to put your socks on
The top 25 signs you’re getting older include sitting down to put your socks on, seeing your old clothes come back into fashion - and saying ‘who?’ when watching the BRIT Awards.

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 13:52:08 +0000
Fiona Phillips’ husband says Alzheimer's means she's 'slipping away' each day
Retired journalist Fiona Phillips' husband, Martin Frizell, said she no longer likes to discuss her Alzheimer's diagnosis

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:29:22 +0000
Comedian Russell Brand pleads not guilty to two further sex offences including rape
Russell Brand has pleaded not guilty to two further sexual offences, including rape, after appearing at Southwark Crown Court this morning (February 24).

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 06:13:19 +0000
Lord Peter Mandelson released on bail by Met Police after misconduct arrest
Lord Mandelson has been accused of passing sensitive information to paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein during his time as business secretary.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:14:30 +0000
Peter Mandelson arrested by Met Police on suspicion of misconduct in public office
Former Labour Party politician Peter Mandelson has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:47:00 +0000
Coronation Street and Emmerdale set to 'evolve' as big changes coming for ITV soaps
ITV soap boss Iain MacLeod has said that a huge upgrade is on the way for the production and filming of Coronation Street and Emmerdale.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:37:22 +0000
New KitKat flavour rolling out in UK supermarkets this month - but there's a twist
A brand new KitKat bar has finally been spotted on shelves.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0000
Sex Pistols announce new Anarchy in the UK and Ireland tour - God Save the...King?
The Sex Pistols have announced a UK and Ireland tour for 2026.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0000
Iconic band to tour UK to celebrate 50th anniversary of punk music
The Sex Pistols are going on tour around the UK and Ireland tour to mark 50 years of punk.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 13:01:00 +0000
How to watch 2026 BAFTA's as Hollywood elite expected to descend on London tonight
The 79th British Academy Film Awards, more commonly known as the BAFTAs, will be on tonight - how to watch.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 09:35:32 +0000
RECAP after major street in Wimbledon blocked due to police incident
A section of The Broadway in Wimbledon has been closed following a police incident.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000
The lost Tube station that became a Chinese restaurant
Marlborough Road was one of the earliest stations on the Tube network but closed in 1939 and for many decades its ticket hall operated as a restaurant

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000
Sir David Jason admits the Only Fools and Horses joke that would never air now
Sir David Jason has shared the one joke from Only Fools and Horses that would never air now.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Why isn’t Call the Midwife on tonight? Fans say BBC schedule change is 'not fair'
Find out why Call the Midwife isn't on TV tonight (February 22) as episode seven is replaced in BBC schedule change - fans say it's 'not fair'

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Inside the huge tunnels housing 8km of cables between Wimbledon and Wandsworth
UK Power Networks has spent £12m upgrading Wimbledon & Wandsworth substations with eco-friendly XLPE cables, boosting electricity reliability.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The nurseries helping children read four books a day
Wandsworth nurseries join Busy Bees’ ‘Get the Reading Buzz’ campaign, aiming to boost children’s literacy by reading four books a day.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 21:00:00 +0000
EastEnders star to return to BBC soap for an 'emotional reunion'
Gemma Bissix will return to EastEnders as Clare Bates for a short stint this spring.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 10:03:22 +0000
Future of Call the Midwife to be revealed in series finale with ‘huge’ news
Call the Midwife creator, Hedi Thomas, has hinted that huge news on the series future will be revealed in the series finale.

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:20:00 +0000
Top 10 hair transplant clinics in Turkey: Istanbul’s best options
Top 10 hair transplant clinics in Turkey for Wandsworth readers seeking clear guidance, transparent pricing, and safe, informed hair restoration choices.

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:15:01 +0000
Male taken to hospital after stabbing on street in Mitcham
A male has been taken to hospital following a stabbing in Mitcham.

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 18:17:24 +0000
Government to consider removing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from line of succession
The government will consider a law to remove Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the line of succession, it is understood.

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 10:46:44 +0000
Britain’s State Pension Age 'ticking time bomb' as healthy life expectancy falls
Experts warn of a pension ticking time bomb as healthy life expectancy drops while the UK state pension age increases to 67.

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 10:46:07 +0000
NHS urges people to avoid these 2 hot drinks with a meal to prevent health issues
The NHS is urging people to not drink cups of tea and coffee with meals as it could result in low iron and cause health issues such as headaches

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 06:53:19 +0000
All the UK police forces investigating Epstein-related accusations
Andrew was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office at his home on the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk yesterday (February 19).

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 06:26:07 +0000
What happens next as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is released from police custody
The former prince was held by police on Thursday morning (February 19) and was in custody for around 11 hours.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:05:52 +0000
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested for 'misconduct' at Sandringham Estate
Reports say that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
London mental health trust to host national college
South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust to host Choices College from 2026, supporting young people with SEND via education and internships.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The south west London area crowned ‘most popular place’ to move in the capital
Wandsworth has taken the top spot as London’s most popular borough for people moving home.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:31:43 +0000
Aldi’s £4.99 skincare designer dupe is back and it’s £76 cheaper than L’Occitane
Aldi has relaunched its £4.99 Lacura Almond range. Shoppers could save £76 compared to L’Occitane’s viral almond products.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:31:02 +0000
HMRC is urging parents to claim £1300 Child Benefit following rule changes
HMRC is urging parents and carers to check their eligibility as new PAYE repayment rules make it easier for some families to claim.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:30:24 +0000
Royal Mint unveils new rare coin celebrating comic star worth 30 times face value
The Royal Mint has unveiled the 50p piece in honour of Dennis the Menace to mark the character’s 75th anniversary.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:17:33 +0000
I tried Lakeland's bread maker with sales 776 percent up and here's my honest review
I was keen to know why the Lakeland White Compact 1lb Bread Maker was trending - two dozen easy, fresh homemade loaves later I know exactly why

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 13:42:00 +0000
King Charles pictured for first time after arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
King Charles continued with his planned ambassadorial in-person audiences in the Throne Room at St James’s Palace on Thursday.

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