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War of Words Over Hammersmith Bridge Intensifies

It is only technically true that Hammersmith Council is the owner of the Bridge. Hammersmith became involuntary owners of the Bridge in 1985, when the government abolished the GLC (Greater London Council). There is no record of a condition audit taking place at the time, and no maintenance arrangement accompanied the gift, which was perhaps a mistake.  These problems are common to all London bridges: something new is "sexy". Maintenance is not.

Una-Jane Winfield ● 1588d1 Comments ● 5d

How Do I Choose Between Private Transfers and Public Transport in London?

When traveling to London, one of the main decisions is whether to use private transfers or public transport. For convenience and comfort, I highly recommend private transfers, especially after a long flight or when carrying heavy luggage. Private transfers, like those offered by Flyoncars, provide door-to-door service, are more direct, and save time. On the other hand, public transport is budget-friendly and ideal for solo travelers or those on a tight schedule. It really depends on your budget, travel needs, and the experience you're seeking. What’s your preferred option when traveling in London? https://flyoncars.co.uk/

John Miller ● 107d0 Comments ● 107d

Do you have a spare room?

If you have a spare room in London, want to earn rental income and want to support newly granted refugees, this is your chance! By becoming a Resident Landlord, you’ll provide a safe, stable room and help newly granted refugees rebuild their lives. You can earn up to £7,500 tax-free per year, and the charity Housing Justice will support you every step of the way. Learn more about how you can join this life-changing project and make an impact today! https://housingjustice.org.uk/refugee-lodgings  We have provided over 800 nights of safe accommodation since March 2024. To hear about some of the positive stories from the project, please see our blog: https://housingjustice.org.uk/blogs/2024/refugee-lodgings-a Get involved today and make a difference! 

Joe Rinvolucri ● 122d0 Comments ● 122d

#recommendation ,for a great and local Builders in Fulham

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Patricia Santos ● 171d0 Comments ● 171d

Hammersmith archives

The article on the theatre at Lilla Huset states that the archives have been moved to Hammersmith library. I am afraid this is just not possible a few records may have gone there, but with the dispersal of a lot of the stock of the libraries over the past decade or so to let rooms off for rent on to put other organisations into the library that is just not possible. Lilla gusset was purpose built for the archives department, how can you move what should be an ever growing collection back into a building it moved out of. No the valuable stock I suspect has been relocated to a number of sites, all making extra work and cost for retrieval when it can be used.

Vernon Burgess ● 198d0 Comments ● 198d

London's largest animal hospital set to open on Chancellors Road

Is this true? Is it an April Fool's joke? Where is the site? I don't recognise the location of the CGI. Is it at the junction of Chancellors Road and Distillery Road, maybe in the new buildings at the back of the Fulham Reach development? This would require a planning application, wouldn't it? There will be a lot of traffic movements. Can anyone supply more information? Thank you

Una-Jane Winfield ● 311d0 Comments ● 311d

Food (in)glorious food


We all know what a food bank is. A place, probably a church hall, where food is handed out to people in difficulties.
You’ll probably know that demand is high and that supply is low. That families struggle.
But who are these people? The men and women who join the early morning queue at St Michael’s in White City are quite a bunch. There’s the woman who had to take on a job working nights at  Westfield Shopping centre because he husband was too sick to work. She finishes her shift and comes straight to pick up food. The Sri Lankan couple who had to flee their country and seek refuge here. An Iranian refugee, others sheltering from the Ukraine war. The Algerian woman who was so determined to be part of this country that she took and passed her GCSE in English. And she makes fabulous cakes which she brings to us!
Most are local, some are homeless or in hostels, some are sick, some just plain struggling. Here’s another alarming statistic; the number of families falling into debt in the Uk according to an organisation called StepChange has risen to a new high of 183,403.
What all the people who visit St Mikes are determined to do is to make things work.
What’s all this about? It’s about you. They need help. This week on Thursday 25, Friday 26 and on Saturday 27 volunteers will be at Sainsbury’s, Fulham Wharf 27 Townmead Rd, London SW6 2GD in the hope you will donate food. 
The last time there was a collection at this branch of Sainsbury’s the response was overwhelmingly generous. But here we are again.
A year ago a food bank in Hammersmith and Fulham would supply tins of meat. We had the luxury of asking people if they wanted pork or beef. We had a choice of soup (only mushroom in recent weeks). There was coffee, biscuits, jam. Sometimes shower gel, washing up gear. Rice pudding. Imagine!
No more. 
Anything you donate is a brilliant boost to our supplies.
If you really want to help these are our priorities.
Tinned meat. (People love corned beef - but it is expensive, I know). Sweet corn. Chick peas. Coffee (small jars please) Jam. Biscuits. Shower gel/shampoo Toothpaste

One of Sainsbury’s slogans is Good Food For All of Us. 
That really means something to the 2,000-plus regulars at the H and F food banks. 

Richard Holledge ● 347d0 Comments ● 347d

Fulham Palace unveils monumental upside-down pineapple

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of opening its house and gardens to the public, Fulham Palace unveils ANANAS, a monumental upside-down pineapple by London artist Annie Trevorah.   The visually striking sculpture is inspired by the historic pinery-vinery at Fulham Palace, a rare example of a pineapple and grape greenhouse built by Bishop Howley during his residency at the palace in the early 19th century.   Trevorah’s particular area of interest is human-plant inter-connectivity and intra-dependence. The main sculpture's lattice design blends in with the blooms and architecture of the walled gardens while reflecting the episcopal coat of arms. Four totems celebrating the shared characteristics of vegetables and humans complement the display as they rise above the formal planting of the knot garden section.   The pineapple (Ananas comosus), a tropical plant indigenous to South America, was first introduced to Europe in the 17th century and has fascinated plant enthusiasts and scientists, architects and artists ever since. Its cultivation relied on the transatlantic trade in enslaved Africans. Initially an expression of power and wealth, it has become a symbol of friendship and cultural exchange in modern times.   The unveiling coincides with the ongoing exhibition The Bishops of London, colonialism and transatlantic slavery at Fulham Palace.
23 April – 10 June 2024 Open daily from 10.30am to 5.00pm, free admission Fulham Palace House & Garden, Bishop’s Avenue, London SW6 6EA

meike brunkhorst ● 357d0 Comments ● 357d

NW London ICS announces "From 1st April No Same Day GP appointments except for long term conditions"

Please read and, if you agree, please sign this petition which is promoted by HAFSON (H&F Save Our NHS):
https://www.change.org/p/doctors-not-call-centres-for-north-west-london Please be careful to wait for and click on the "validation e-mail" which you will be sent otherwise your signature will not be registered.
There will of course be a strong push back using the NHS procedural checks: (1) such a major change requires Consultation with patients (2) It requires a financial analysis and justification to the NHS Region (3) It is subject to "call in" by the S of State for Health. And there are other important checks in the NHS "procedure". Hammersmith Council is of course lending the campaign its support.
Fingers crossed once again!

Una-Jane Winfield ● 395d0 Comments ● 395d

Musical Museum survival appeal update.

I posted on the forum on 2 February to publicise the predicament of the Musical Museum in Brentford https://www.musicalmuseum.co.uk/ It is in danger of closing due to expenses which exceed its resources. The Museum launched a crowdfunding appeal to raise the £60,000 needed to secure its future and the appeal has so far raised £26,998. That's tremendous progress, but still less than half what's needed. If you thought about making a donation, or sharing the details with people you know who might wish to help, but you didn't get round to it, this is to let you know that the crowdfunder is still there. Please help if you can. https://gofund.me/5632515e

David Lusty ● 403d0 Comments ● 403d

Hammersmith "Flyunder" (tunnel) Supplementary Planning Document

https://www.fulhamsw6.com/#!pages/shared:common:hamflyunder014 The redevelopment of the area around the Town Hall is nearing completion, so I suppose it was not surprising that the idea of the Tunnel has been dug out again. It failed last time for 3 reasons: (1) cost — £800M is very optimistic and (2) the railways coming into Hammersmith Tube Station are very deep and dictate the depth of the Tunnel (3) access roads to get into and out of the Tunnel. Where are they going to go? These problems are still insurmountable with present levels of traffic. The traffic might reduce in future, but I would not bet on it. 

Una-Jane Winfield ● 423d0 Comments ● 423d

Musical Museum survival appeal.

I'm a volunteer tour guide at the Musical Museum in Brentford, London. https://www.musicalmuseum.co.uk/ It is a very satisfying role because I watch the delight and wonder on the visitors' faces when they see and hear the instruments used for music reproduction through the ages. We have musical boxes, polyphons (the precursors of juke boxes) self-playing organs and pianos including player pianos and reproducing pianos that play the actual performances of famous pianists of the past including Gershwin, Rachmaninoff and many others. There are phonographs, gramophones, juke boxes that play 78s and a mighty Wurlitzer Cinema organ in our concert hall. The collection is of national and international importance because it restores and preserves working examples of extremely rare instruments. Loss of income during the Covid shutdown followed by huge inflation in the museum's costs mean that the museum can no longer pay its way so this year, our 60th, might be the last. We have trimmed our costs to the bone but must find money urgently to keep the doors open as we change the way we operate. If you value a historic musical resource, you may wish to support the museum's survival crowdfunder but if it doesn't seem that important to you, I understand that and I apologise for the intrusion. Here's the crowdfunder link. https://gofund.me/5632515e If you feel able to, it would be great if you can also pass on the appeal to anyone you think might be interested.

David Lusty ● 426d0 Comments ● 426d

Winter coat collection

Morning all, 
Forum newbie, so please bare with me!
I'm collecting Winter coats this December and donating to charities in support of the 'Winter Coat Campaign'. If there is anybody who would like to donate, please feel free to give me a call / email. 
The letter we've sent out to the SW6 community is below with details — 
'Dear Homeowner,
Could you donate a coat to someone in need this winter?
Fine & Country will once again be supporting the winter coat campaign across London this year. We will be out collecting directly from anyone who wishes to donate a pre-loved warm coat, ensuring it reaches front line charities supporting people through the harshest of cold conditions this winter.   If you would like to donate, please give us a call, or send a brief email and we’ll be in touch to arrange a collection.
Regards, 
Vishaal Kher Tel — 07535 000 936 Email — vishaal.kher@fineandcountry.com

Vish Kher ● 493d0 Comments ● 493d

Exporting dog

I'm looking for companies to help export a whippet/greyhound sized dog to South Korea. Does anyone know any good agencies to do that (with a cost estimate) or has experienced moving pets overseas? Any advice would be appreciated! 

Hanbo Yang ● 702d0 Comments ● 702d

Brown male cat missing in vicinity of Munster Road - reward offered


For details see this report on Pets Reunited

Alison Howard ● 731d0 Comments ● 731d

Letter sent by local teacher about new 'Clean Air' restrictions

This was posted on NextDoor and I thought it was worth sharing here. It is a letter from a teacher written to the council a few weeks ago which, apparnetly has not had a response.
‘ I am writing to share my concerns regarding the new cameras to the west of Wandsworth Bridge Road. I am not a resident. I am a commuter, so I understand that I am probably one of the people you are intentionally trying to force on to Wandsworth Bridge Road. However I would like you to take the following in to consideration: - I am a teacher in Fulham. I used to live in the area and know it well. For personal reasons I had to move out of the area but very much love it and the school I work in. I love the children I work with. I have worked there for over 10 years and know how hard recruitment has been in the last few years. The time and frustration that has been added to my journey is now forcing me to leave my position as I cannot sustain the added time it takes to get to and from work. This will directly impact the children I work with in your area. - I have considerably reduced the amount I spend in local businesses and I am sure I am not alone. I used to stop off for a coffee most mornings and would pop out at lunch time to buy my lunch. I no longer have time to stop in the mornings as I am sat on Wandsworth Bridge Road, and I no longer buy lunch as I have to catch up on work at lunchtime rather than doing it after school as I know it takes me longer to get home. - you have not addressed the problems with traffic on Wandsworth bridge road and Putney Bridge before moving even more traffic that way. It would be advisable to put measures in place there first before adding to it. (Doesn't help that Wandsworth bridge itself is currently one lane in both directions and traffic turning right on the fulham side holds up all other traffic on the bridge. I often queue from trinity road all the way to, and past, Fulham Broadway) Could I suggest restrictions to the time the cameras are operable? I would be happy to (and often do) travel outside of peak times (pre-7.30am and before 5pm) I hope you will take the wider impact of this change into consideration and not just the thoughts of local residents. Whilst you may find commuters irritating, we are willingly bringing money and skills into your area’ As the schemes are imposed across the borough we will lose more and more people who support us. https://www.change.org/p/stop-the-traffic-camera-exclusion-zone-spreading-across-fulham-without-consultation

Ellen Kearney ● 776d0 Comments ● 776d

Fulham tickets this Saturday

I was wondering if anyone had one or two tickets to this Saturday’s Fulham match they would be willing to sell? Fulham is doing a memorial event before the game against Notts Forest, with pictures of fans who have passed away shown on the screens and printed in the programme. My mother-in-law’s partner, Ernie – Fulham born and bred and a lifelong Fulham fan – died recently and we have given his name and picture to be included. It would be lovely if one or two of the family could be there to witness it. If you can help, would you message me? Thank you!

Jane Yettram ● 784d0 Comments ● 784d

Spare Room

Does anybody at FulhamSW6.Com or knows someone with a spare room that they are not using to store various belongings until I have my accommodation sorted. I can not afford the storage prices. I am able to pay £10.00. a week. Regards Marcus Holt.

Marcus Holt ● 808d0 Comments ● 808d

Missing local man Will Cookson

Saw this elsewhere online
William(Will) Cookson Not seen since last week of July. Aged 45years Dark brown hair, brown eyes. 6foot tall, full bodied( a bit of a tummy). Potentially unshaven. Contact his brother. henrycookson@gmail.com Fulham Broadway Area.

Ellen Kearney ● 955d0 Comments ● 955d