A selection of ongoing events. Please check for any cancellations or changes before setting out.
AGE EXCHANGE FRIDAY CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERTS – FREE
Last Friday of month noon-1pm (except July, Aug, Dec)
Lunchtime concert by students of Trinity Laban. Donations welcomed.
Bakehouse Theatre, Age Exchange, Blackheath, SE3 9LA; 020 8318 9105; age-exchange.org.uk; free
ARTS SOCIETY BLACKHEATH TALKS
Fourth Thursday of the month, except August and December, 2.30pm
Talks by acclaimed experts on aspects of art.
St Mary’s Church Hall, Cresswell Park, Blackheath SE3 9RD; theartssocietyblackheath.org.uk; tickets £8 for non-members
BABY BOUNCE SESSIONS – FREE
Thursdays, 2-2.30pm
Songs, nursery rhymes, stories, the Hokey Cokey etc
Children’s Library, Forest Hill Library, Dartmouth Road, Forest Hill, SE23 3HZ; 020 8244 0634; fhlibrary.co.uk; age 2 years and under
BUGGY RUNNERS
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10.15am-11.15pm
A fitness session where your baby/toddler comes too. The first class is free. No need to book.
Greenwich Park bandstand; details: greenwichpilates.co.uk; 07958 225598
CHARLTON HOUSE FRIDAY CONCERT PROGRAMME – FREE
Fridays, 1-2pm
Concerts typically include classical music ensembles, brass bands and piano recitals.
Old Library, Charlton House and Gardens, Charlton Road, Charlton SE7 8RE; 020 8856 3951; greenwichheritage.org/whats-on; free, suggested donation £3
CHARLTON PARK ORGANISED WALKS – FREE
Tuesdays, 10am
The park ranger service organises these weekly walks from the rear lawn of Charlton House.
CHARLTON PARKRUN – FREE
Saturdays, 8.45-10am
A 5km course – walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you!
Charlton Park, Charlton Park Lane, Charlton, SE7 8HY; www.parkrun.org.uk/charlton/
COME AS YOU ARE: WEEKLY YOUTH TAKEOVER – FREE
Tuesdays 3.30-8pm (term-time only)
From creative sessions, workshops, table tennis tournaments, music recording sessions, nail station, classes, open mics and free rehearsal spaces to hang out spots, study spaces and free snacks and pizza, the Albany hosts a youth takeover for all local young people aged 12-24.
The Albany, Douglas Way, Deptford SE8 4AG; thealbany.org.uk; 07984 355826 or 020 8692 4446
GREENWICH PARK ORGANISED WALKS – FREE
Wednesdays, 10am
Meet inside the college gate entrance.
DULWICH PARK DIG THE PARK – FREE
First Saturday of month, 10am-1pm
Volunteer programme, activities varying, with tools and refreshments provided.
ELTHAM PARK JUNIOR PARK RUN – FREE
Every Sunday at 9am
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors (4 to 14 year olds).
Eltham Park South, Glenesk Road, Eltham, SE9 1AN; https://www.parkrun.org.uk/eltham-juniors/
GREENWICH PARK BANDSTAND CONCERTS – FREE
Sundays from mid June until late August, 3pm
The June-August summer season of concerts in Greenwich Park feature a series of jazz, concert and brass bands.
Greenwich Park, Greenwich SE10; free admission
LIVE MUSIC AT THE PELTON ARMS
Dates vary
The Pelton Arms in Greenwich is one of the best venues in south east London to see live music in an intimate setting. Past chart-topping bands have included Squeeze and The Christians, and established and popular local bands that have played there recently have included The Celtic Hearts, The Hi-Fi Sneakers and Danny and the Moonlighters. Nine Below Zero’s Dennis Greaves oversees an open mic blues jam the last Sunday of the month.
Pelton Arms, 23-25 Pelton Road, Greenwich, SE10 9PQ; peltonarms.com; 020 0572; free or ticketed
MARYON WILSON PARK ANIMAL TOURS – FREE
Wednesdays, 1.30pm
Two-hour tours of the small animal park give children the opportunity to feed, pet and interact with the animals. The tours are strictly limited to the first 50 people on the day. Tours begin at the deer pen.
MEET ME AT THE ALBANY: ARTS AND SOCIAL CLUB FOR OVER-65s
Tuesdays 10.30am-2.30pm, £3 per session
Club members come together with artists at The Albany and get involved with everything from choir to painting, poetry to drumming, dancing to fashion shows, or just having a chat over a cup of tea. There are also sessions over the phone for those who can’t get out and about as easily.
The Albany, Douglas Way, Deptford SE8 4AG; thealbany.org.uk/get-involved; 07593 580574
MUMMY WALK AND TALK – FREE
Thursdays 11.20am-12.20pm
Park-based social group for mums amd mums-to-be.
Greenwich Park; details: greenwichpilates.co.uk; 07958 225598
MYCENAE HOUSE WELLBEING CAFE
Every Thursday from 1-3pm
Weekly meet-up for those who might feel isolated or lonely and need a chat with others. Takes place in the Main Hall every Thursday from 1-3pm. Refreshments available from the cafe bar.
Mycenae House, 90 Mycenae Road, Blackheath SE3 7SE; 020 8858 1749; mycenaehouse.co.uk
OXLEAS WOODS ORGANISED WALKS – FREE
Every Thursday, and on second Sunday of the month, 10am
The Park Ranger Service’s walks start at the cafe at the top of the meadow off Shooters Hill.
PARK IT IN THE MARKET – FREE
Last Thursday each month from April to October, 7.30-10pm
Pre-1990 classic cars and motorcycles plus live music and dj, with street food and a choice of two pubs to visit, on either side of the market square.
Greenwich Market, Greenwich, SE10; facebook.com/MeanOldTimers
RUN FOR RENE – FREE
Every Saturday at 10am
A meet-up to promote mental health with a 5km run at your own pace, followed by a coffee at the end.
Pavilion Cafe, Greenwich Park, Blackheath Avenue, Blackheath SE3; https://www.run4rene.com/meetups
THURSDAY LUNCHTIME CONCERTS
Thursdays, 1.05pm
The likes of song, organ, piano and recorder recitals to piano trios and string quartets, showcasing internationally renowned classical musicians.
St John’s Smith Square, SW1P 3HA; 020 7222 1061; sjss.org.uk
