The Lambeth Local History Fair
St Mark's Church, Oval 56 Kennington Oval, London, United KingdomLambeth’s Local History Fair has traditionally been the opening event of the Lambeth Heritage Festival, and after an absence last year it now makes a welcome return ‘in the flesh’ in the vast and well-ventilated nave of St Mark’s church where dozens of local society stands, local history experts and bookstalls will be on hand. […]
A History of Tulse Hill
Brixton Tate Library Windrush Square, London, United KingdomThu 9th Sept at 6:30 pm, in-person at Brixton Library, Brixton Oval, SW2 1JQ An illustrated talk by Alan Piper exploring the extensive area between Brockwell Park and Brixton Hill where some landmarks from the early 19th century estate can still be found among later developments. This event is hosted by the Brixton Society. Please book by sending […]
Loughborough Road Histories
Scratch beneath the surface of any street and a fascinating history of people and events will be uncovered. Loughborough Road is no exception. Join Tracey Gregory, for a glimpse into Loughborough Road’s past, through this illustrated talk. Tracey will also be launching her first book, Loughborough Road Histories, published by The Brixton Society, featuring short histories […]
Stockwell Green
Costcutter Oak Square, Stockwell Green, London, United KingdomMeet at Costcutter store, The Quadrant, Stockwell Green, SW9 9JF A walk led by Bill Linskey around the Stockwell Green area which once had two places of worship, two schools, two breweries and – of course – a village green. This event is hosted by the Brixton Society. No booking required.
Heritage Walk – Coldharbour Lane East
Summer walks start at 2.30pm and last up to 90 minutes. Booking is essential. Details of meeting point, and to book places please email: info@brixtonsociety.org.uk
Brixton Society Committee Meeting
Brixton Society monthly committee meeting. Meetings are currently held by Zoom. All members are welcome to dial in. Please contact Chair@brixtonsociety.org.uk for details.
Heritage Walk – Railton Road, marking the 40th anniversary of the Brixton Riot of 1981
Summer walks start at 2.30pm and last up to 90 minutes. Booking is essential. Details of meeting point and booking contact: info@brixtonsociety.org.uk
Brixton Society Committee Meeting
Brixton Society monthly committee meeting. Meetings are currently held by Zoom. All members are welcome to dial in. Please contact Chair@brixtonsociety.org.uk for details.
Brixton Windmill Winter Market
Brixton Windmill Windmill Gardens, Blenheim Gardens, London, United KingdomThe Brixton Society will have a stall at the Brixton Windmill Winter Market. Open from 12 to 3.30pm. We will be selling our books, postcards, and the remaining Local Heroes teatowels.
Brixton Society Committee Meeting
Brixton Society monthly committee meeting. Meetings are currently held by Zoom. All members are welcome to dial in. Please contact Chair@brixtonsociety.org.uk for details.
Brixton Society Committee Meeting
Brixton Society monthly committee meeting. Meetings are currently held by Zoom. All members are welcome to dial in. Please contact Chair@brixtonsociety.org.uk for details.
Brixton Society Committee Meeting
Brixton Society monthly committee meeting. Meetings are currently held by Zoom. All members are welcome to dial in. Please contact Chair@brixtonsociety.org.uk for details.
Brixton Market Heritage Walk
A 75 minute walk taking in the street markets, covered arcades and high street of this vibrant area. cost: £5 per adult. Advance booking essential. Booking will be via Eventbrite only, book here. email marketwalks@brixtonsociety.org.uk if you have other enquiries
Heritage Walk – Railton Road
Railton Road, including the flashpoint of the original Brixton Riot of April 1981. Booking is essential. Details of meeting point, and to book places please email: info@brixtonsociety.org.uk
Brixton Society Committee Meeting
Brixton Society monthly committee meeting. Meetings venue TBA.
Brixton Society Committee Meeting
Brixton Society monthly committee meeting. Meeting venue TBA.
Brixton Market Heritage Walk
A 75 minute walk taking in the street markets, covered arcades and high street of this vibrant area. cost: £5 per adult. Advance booking essential. Booking will be via Eventbrite only. Booking: see link here email marketwalks@brixtonsociety.org.uk if you have other enquiries
Heritage Walk – Tulse Hill
Tulse Hill, through the heart of the old estate. Booking is essential. Details of meeting point, and to book places please email: info@brixtonsociety.org.uk
Heritage Walk – Brixton’s Blue Plaques
Brixton's Blue Plaques. Around the middle of Brixton there are many plaques - blue and otherwise - commemorating notable people and events. Find out about them on this walk. This walk is now fully booked. However, we may receive cancellations or, if there is enough demand, put on another walk. To enquire, please e-mail: bill@linskey.org.uk.
Brixton Society Annual General Meeting
Brixton Windmill Windmill Gardens, Blenheim Gardens, London, United KingdomBrixton Society Annual General Meeting. Open to all members. Meeting venue: Windmill Education building, Windmill Gardens, off Blenheim Gardens, SW2.