Lewisham Council Planning – More Acting Up

Hot on the heels of Lewisham Council’s rejection of a controversial 802-home development at Deptford Creek on heritage and light impact grounds, further temporary staffing arrangements have been revealed. Previously, the Council made it clear that the Senior Conservation Officer responsible for the formal assessments of local historic buildings, conservation areas, and heritage assets does …

Deptford High Street “At Risk”

Deptford is an interesting place. It has a rich history. This has been recognised by the adoption of a formal Conservation Area around Deptford High Street. The separate Deptford High Street and St Paul’s Church conservation areas were designated in 1976 and 1975 respectively. In 2019 they were merge together. At the time Lewisham Council …

Beckenham Place Park – New Plans Published

Long awaited plans for the eastern side of Beckenham Place Park have been published by Lewisham Council. A full planning application is open for consultation and comment until 2nd February 2022. The improvement of the eastern side of Beckenham Place Park was to be delivered as part of a flood alleviation scheme in partnership with …

The Fellowship and Star – ‘it’s like someone waved a magic wand’

The Fellowship and Star in Bellingham has opened its doors after an extensive renovation and restoration. The Grade II Listed building was in a very poor state of repair and only one of the bars remained in use when Lewisham Council transferred the property to the resident led, co-operative Phoenix Housing Association. Historic England were …