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Open Meetings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So far, we have lined up two open meetings of the Neighbourhood Forum, open to all who live, work or study in the Brixton area. Both of these will be held at St. Matthew\u2019s Estate TRA Hall in St. Matthew\u2019s Road, SW2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Later on, we aim to host a series of meetings in different parts of the neighbourhood, so if you want to suggest a meeting place nearer to you, please contact the Secretary at\u00a0apiperbrix@aol.com<\/a>
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Council elections hustings, Monday 27 April<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our next General Meeting will be a Hustings for candidates from all parties contesting seats in our area.\u00a0 It will be held on\u00a0Monday 27 April\u00a0from\u00a07 pm\u00a0at the St. Matthew\u2019s Estate Tenants Hall<\/strong>, near the North end of St. Matthew\u2019s Road, SW2. This is in readiness for the Lambeth Council elections on\u00a0Thursday 7th<\/sup>\u00a0May<\/strong>.\u00a0 The Brixton Neighbourhood Forum covers 3 complete Council wards \u2013 North Brixton, Brixton Acre Lane and Brixton Windrush \u2013 plus parts of Brixton Rush Common and Herne Hill & Loughborough Junction.

Understanding Planning Tuesday 2nd<\/sup>\u00a0June<\/strong>
Once again at St. Matthew\u2019s TRA Hall, 7 pm.<\/strong>
A briefing workshop by the Brixton Society to help you respond to planning applications, both large and small.\u00a0 We will try to give you some pointers on how to object, or even support, local proposals.\u00a0 Please tell us if you are coming so we can make space for you \u2013\u00a0info@brixtonsociety.org.uk<\/a>
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More Events coming up<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When time and space permit, we occasionally include events and activities beyond our core area, if they are easy enough to reach.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n


\u00a0A Night at the Musicals 14 March<\/strong>
A vibrant evening of songs\u00a0from old-time classics like West Side Story to more modern favourites from Billy Elliot.\u00a0Longfield Voices and Vocal Chords choirs\u00a0will be joined by special guest soloists Chloe Todd (soprano) and George Reynolds (baritone) – uniting to raise our spirts and also some funding for our\u00a0free community choir. We are pretty certain you’ll be humming along – if not breaking into song too.\u00a0With a bar selling cocktails and a raffle with fantastic prizes to be won, it’s definitely not to be missed!\u00a0Tickets<\/strong>:\u00a0Various prices – check Eventbrite for details<\/strong>
Email\u00a0enquiry@longfieldhall.org.uk<\/a>\u00a0or call 0207 978 9153 if you have any questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Brixton Society<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thursday 19th March, 6.15pm at Brixton Library, Brixton Oval, SW2 1JQ<\/strong>
Henry Doulton\u2019s ‘Lady Artists\u2019, illustrated talk by Dr Jane Jordan<\/strong>
Doulton\u2019s Lambeth Art Pottery at Vauxhall was remarkable for employing a significant number of female ceramic designers and decorators. This illustrated talk takes us\u00a0inside\u00a0<\/em>Doulton\u2019s to discover what conditions were like for this pioneering generation of professional women artists, and why a significant number of these women chose long careers over marriage, which at the time was considered woman\u2019s true career. The talk will focus on those artists and assistants who lived in Brixton (including some of the most famous), and look at a range of Doulton art pottery dating from the 1870s to 1920s.
The talk is free, but please book\u00a0here<\/a>.
There is an option when you book to make a donation. Any contribution, however small, will be very gratefully received. The donations will go towards covering the cost of the venue. Anything additional will go towards the wider work of the Brixton Society, helping us to keep our walks and talks free or very low cost.\u00a0
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Brixton Society –<\/strong> Brixton Market Heritage Walks\u00a0<\/strong>
Just \u00a35 including a Brixton Market Heritage book. All walks are led by long-time Brixton residents and take place on the\u00a02nd Saturday of each month<\/strong>, starting 2.30pm on Brixton Station Road. Still a few places left for next walk\u00a0Saturday 14th March<\/strong>.\u00a0
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Rapport Festival of Film,\u00a027-29 March at The Ritzy<\/strong>
The Rapport Festival of Film returns to the iconic Ritzy Picturehouse in Brixton for its 2026 edition, running from\u00a0Friday 27th to Sunday 29th March 2026.\u00a0 Curated by Lara Samuels: Artistic Director of Rapport Festival.\u00a0The festival promises three days of powerful storytelling, dynamic discussions, and community celebration, showcasing the very best of Black independent cinema from the UK and around the world.\u00a0
Tickets:\u00a0<\/strong>Available now at\u00a0https:\/\/rapportfestival.com\/festival-of-film-2026\/<\/a>
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New Youth Hub launching on Wednesday 18 March 4pm \u2013 7pm<\/strong>
We\u2019re excited to officially announce\u00a0the\u00a0Trash Gxng Launch Party<\/strong>\u00a0of our brand new youth hub in\u00a0the\u00a0heart of Brixton – this wouldn’t have been possible without your support and we’d love to have you there! We\u2019re bringing\u00a0the\u00a0energy,\u00a0the\u00a0vibes, and\u00a0the\u00a0full Trash Gxng experience to life, and you won\u2019t want to miss this first celebration with\u00a0the\u00a0community. The full agenda for the day can be found on the link for registration. Directly RSVP to confirm your attendance here:\u00a0RSVP here<\/a>\u00a0we are 336\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>336 Brixton Road London SW9 7AA
http:\/\/www.trashgxng.co.uk\/<\/a>
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Lambeth Hospital: New Plans<\/strong>
Saturday 21 March:\u00a0<\/strong>Revised plans for a mainly residential development of the site in Landor Road will be on display for comments between 10 am and 1 pm, at the Central Film School, 72 Landor Road, SW9 9PH.
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Brixton Day and Night: Public Drop-In Sessions at Brixton Library<\/strong>
We are hosting two events at Brixton Library at the end of this month to share where we are up to on the Brixton Day & Night project, with some early ideas for public space improvements across the town centre.
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These are public events and are open to all, it would be great to see you there to get your opinion on the emerging ideas. Click\u00a0here<\/a>\u00a0for more information about the project. If you are happy to share this with your networks please do, we are hoping to hear from as many people as possible before the more detailed design work begins.
Drop-in 1: Tuesday 24th March 4:00pm \u2013 7:30pm
Drop-in 2: Thursday 26th March 11:00am \u2013 3:00pm
Location: Ground floor of Brixton Library Windrush Square, Brixton Oval, London SW2 1JQ

St Vincent’s<\/strong>
Registration for our summer term activities is now open, and we would be beyond grateful for your support in sharing. We have activities for all ages and abilities available, and everything is free to access.
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Tai Chi, for adults for all ages<\/strong>, Friday 17th<\/sup>\u00a0April 10-11 am. We will run every week (not including May half term) until 10th<\/sup>\u00a0July. \u00a0A gentle yet physically active class in which you will focus on breathing, balance and meditation. In our upper hall at St Vincent’s Brixton Community Centre, Talma Road, SW2 1AS
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Drama, for young people aged 11-16<\/strong> Wednesday 15th April 4:30-6 pm. We will run every week (not including May half term) until 8th July. A fun drama class, focusing on improvisation, characterisation, and learning skills.\u00a0
Email\u00a0LeanneT@svp.org.uk<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0FaithM@svp.org.uk<\/a>\u00a0to sign up\u2026
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Green spaces, Green issues<\/h2>\n\n\n\n


Walking in Brockwell Park<\/strong>
Friday 20 March:\u00a0<\/strong>Community walk around the park for over 50s, plus an opportunity for free walk leader training.\u00a0 Meet outside the Brockwell Hall caf\u00e9 at 11 am.\u00a0 Enquiries to Dawn Hartwell on 07915 726 047 or e-mail to\u00a0wellbeing@blackprincetrust.org.uk<\/a>
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Regular activities in and around the hall are continuing, as announced last month \u2013 see the website\u00a0www.blackprincetrust.org.uk<\/a>
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Events at Brockwell Park Community Greenhouses<\/strong>
Sunday 15 March:\u00a0<\/strong>Tamesas Folk Trio, music event in the Barn at 6 pm.
Saturday 21 March:\u00a0<\/strong>Lino-cutting workshop, learn how to sketch, carve and print your own greetings card, inspired by nature, 12-30 pm.
Friday 24 April: Earth Day Wine Tasting\u00a0<\/strong>in collaboration with Wild & Lees, starts 7 pm.
Botanical Book Talks\u00a0<\/strong>in collaboration with Dulwich Books:
Thursday 16 April\u00a0<\/strong>at 7 pm, Amy Chapman on Dopamine Gardening;
Thursday 14 May\u00a0<\/strong>at 7 pm, Lottie Delamain on Gardens that can save the World.
For details, costs and bookings for all these events, see the website,\u00a0https:\/\/www.brockwellgreenhouses.org.uk\/events<\/a>\u00a0<\/a>
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Events at Brixton Windmill<\/strong>
Regular openings of the mill start again from the weekend 28 & 29 March \u2013 please book if you want the full tour.\u00a0 Sunday 29 March is also the Easter Family Day, 1 pm to 5 pm.
Regular sessions include the following:
Tai Chi\u00a0<\/strong>for beginners (age 50+, free) Wednesdays at 10-30 am.
Community Club\u00a0<\/strong>for age 60+, Thursdays 10 am to 2 pm, including chair exercise at 10-30.
Wild Balance Yoga Class,\u00a0<\/strong>Fridays 9 am to 10 am, book slots via\u00a0hello@wild-balance.co.uk<\/a>\u00a0Pilates\u00a0<\/strong>for beginners (drop-in, \u00a35 per session) Fridays 12 to 1 pm.
Joy of Sound,\u00a0<\/strong>seated Tai Chi with music,
Fridays 2-30 to 3-30 pm.
Tai Chi\u00a0<\/strong>in Windmill Gardens (pay what you can), Saturdays 11-30 am.
Please book for all events via the website,\u00a0www.brixtonwindmill.org<\/a>
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On Your Bike<\/strong>
Brixton BID continues to sponsor monthly sessions by Dr Bike mechanics for cycle safety checks and essential maintenance. The next is on\u00a0Wednesday 25 March<\/strong>, 12 to 3 pm outside Bellefields, at the junction of Bellefields Road and Stockwell Avenue, SW9 9SY.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


\u00a0Crime and Safety<\/h2>\n\n\n\n


\u00a0Brixton Police Station Counter<\/strong>
Against an overall trend to reduce public access to police stations in London, Brixton\u2019s front counter opening times have actually been extended.\u00a0 Opening hours are now 10 am to 10 pm Monday to Friday, and 9 am to 7 pm at weekends.\u00a0 24\/7 counter services are available at Charing Cross and Lewisham police stations.
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Windrush Square Safe Hub<\/strong>
Following last month\u2019s report, this is now operating in Windrush Square on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings.
It is intended to provide a safe place for people to go late at night if they are feeling unsafe and need some help. It will provide advice, hot drinks, medical help and support for anyone feeling vulnerable. So far, provision is very basic and first impressions are that it needs to develop if Lambeth is serious about its new Strategy for the Night-time Economy.\u00a0
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Bystander Training Events<\/strong>
Recent publicity for social media being used to provoke teen-on-teen violence makes these training events suddenly more topical. They are in-person and Lambeth-based \u2013 more details from Fatou Gassama at\u00a0fatou.gassama@ourwatch.org.uk<\/a>
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Wednesday 18 March, 2 pm to 4 pm;
Thursday 19 March, 12-30 to 2-30 pm;
Tuesday 24 March, 12-30 to 2-30 pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Funding, Training & Support<\/h2>\n\n\n\n


\u00a0Free Support<\/strong>
For Lambeth-based charities, community groups or other non-profit organisations, the\u00a0Lambeth Community Hubs Network\u00a0<\/strong>offers free practical support to strengthen your efforts.\u00a0 They offer tailored capacity-building, a programme of training and workshops, peer learning and networking opportunities, plus a bank of useful tools, templates and guides.
Enquiries to\u00a0info@lambethhubs.com<\/a>\u00a0or see the website:\u00a0www.lambethhubs.com<\/a>
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Grant sources and deadlines<\/strong>
We are reducing this section because other people are now being paid to advise community groups on grant sources, while we are far too busy seeking funding to keep our own organisation going!
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Trade Shows
<\/strong>Attending trade shows and exhibitions can help small and start-up businesses keep up with wider trends in their industry as well as finding new products, services and appliances.
Given the high profile of catering and hospitality in our Town Centre, take note that there\u2019s a clutch of trade shows at the Excel exhibition centre on 30 March to 1st<\/sup>\u00a0April including the International Food & Drink Event (contact\u00a0ifeteam@montgomerygroup.com<\/a>\u00a0) and Hospitality, Restaurant & Catering (hrc@montgomerygroup.com<\/a>\u00a0). \u00a0
Business Networking
Born or Made in Brixton\u00a0<\/strong>holds fortnightly meetings for creatives, designers, freelancers and entrepreneurs, to provide mutual support and networking.\u00a0 Next event is on Wednesday\u00a018 March<\/strong>, from 8-30 to 9-30 am at 3Space (ground floor meeting room), International House, Canterbury Crescent, SW9 7QD.\u00a0
More info at\u00a0www.bornormade.com<\/a>
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Your Forum Bulletins<\/strong>
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Get your name out there!\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0If you are doing something around the Brixton area \u2013 an event, a new service, or making changes in what you already do \u2013 you are welcome to use these bulletins to tell other Forum members. That\u2019s well over 700 on our current list.\u00a0 We aim to circulate around the 10th<\/sup>\u00a0of each month, but please allow us a week to put it together, because we work on a very part-time basis.
So, send items by the 3rd<\/sup>\u00a0of the month to the Forum Secretary at\u00a0apiperbrix@aol.com<\/a>.

Keep in Touch
We want to be inclusive and ensure that these bulletins reach all community organisations, social enterprises and activists in the wider Brixton area.\u00a0 Please contact us at\u00a0admin@brixtonneighbourhoodforum.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n