Author Archives: Richard AH White

The Sheen House Cycling Club was set up in 1897, using Sheen House and 22 acres of grounds, in Richmond Park, as its headquarters. The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News of February 6th 1897 describes the formation of the exclusive club … Continue reading →

The Mortlake Community Chess Club is set to play a match against LIFTRPA at the school at 2pm on Thursday 18 June 2026. New recruits who may not have been able to get to sessions at Mortlake Hall are welcome … Continue reading →

East Sheen Murder Mystery Who killed Andrea Dawson, ex-model and wife of wealthy local businessman? By Harry Armfield Roll over Richard Osman, local author Harry Armfield has written an engaging and exciting murder mystery set in East Sheen. Part domestic … Continue reading →

Papa George Band Papa George — local hero and internationally recognized blues master renowned for his high-powered gritty vocals and dazzling guitar skills in both electric and acoustic formats. Inducted into the USA’s Blues Hall of Fame and recipient of … Continue reading →

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In yesterday’s EastSheenMatters Graham Kench examined the relationship of Sheen House to the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run. Local historian Raymond Gill talked in 1976 about Sheen House at a meeting of the Barnes and Mortlake History Society. That … Continue reading →