Author Archives: Richard AH White

There is a new bench by the cricket pitch in Palewell Park. It is in memory of the late wife of Giles Browne. Giles writes: “We were together for 37 years (32 years in Sheen) of which I played cricket … Continue reading →

It may be the middle of August 2026, but we cannot lose sight of the present state of one of the major open spaces in the area and the lack of planning for the consquences. It is over ten years … Continue reading →

The name of the Police Liaison Group is changing to East Sheen Ward Police Panel.  The next meeting will be on Wednesday 2 September at 7pm, in their usual meeting place, East Sheen Baptist Church, Temple Sheen Road.

Adam’s Pond – Drier Barn Wood Pond – Drier Jubilee Pond – Driest

If you have been concerned about pollution that might be caused by Heathrow Expansion you should watch Buried by Michael Sheen. Episode 1 aired on BBC2 on Monday night and is now available on BBC IPlayer. It’s a story about … Continue reading →

Although the ‘surface upgrade’ gets a mention, it ought to be a priority concern for East Sheen and Mortlake. As everyone knows the area already has major road and rail problems. Imagine those problems being doubled in volume.

The Telegraph reports that Cambridgeshire County Council has introduced Britain’s first 15mph bike lane to tackle the scourge of speeding cyclists increasingly threatening the safety of pedestrians. The council, a Lib Dem authority, said the move was in response to … Continue reading →

The Evening Standard reports that London mayor Sir Sadiq Khan has slammed Heathrow Airport after proposed spending on “noise reduction” was drastically cut. Around 6,500 local homes could be affected by the noise from additional flights if and when a … Continue reading →

TfL has confirmed that bus route 533 is being withdrawn, with its service replaced largely by an extended route 209 from 15 August 2026. Route 533 is officially withdrawn as part of TfL’s permanent restructuring of Barnes-area services following the long‑term … Continue reading →