EastSheenMatters

This is a not infrequent picture in Sheen Lane just to the south of the level crossing at Mortlake Station.

The root problem relates to the ability to overtake the lorry, and sometimes two or three.

When the level crossing has been closed for some minutes there is likely to be a queue of cars either side. Cars travelling from Mortlake to East Sheen may be unable to move far, because they cannot go into the right hand side. The gates may go down again before more than a few cars have been able to cross.

Apart from the inconvenience and sheer frustration, the pollution caused by idling engines has not been resolved.

The Council appears to have given permission for these lorries to be parked here during the day. We do not know why. Or whether any limitation on space used has been considered? Or whether early morning or late evening are options?

The supermarket is convenient, especially for those exiting the Station. But has any balance of convenience been undertaken? Would it be too noisy for neighbours if deliveries were before 8am or after 8pm?

The full changeover from Lime to Forest e-bikes across Richmond upon Thames takes place today Friday 26 June 2026. Cyclists will no longer be able to start or finish journeys on Lime bikes in the borough.

There are no restrictions on riding Lime – or any other operator’s – bikes through the borough. Riders can still travel across Richmond as part of longer journeys.

Riders who ignore the new parking restrictions on the Lime app could incur a fine and any Lime bikes that remain after 26 June will be removed by the operator. Please report any Lime bikes by completing a request on the Lime website [https://help.li.me/hc/en-gb/requests/new].

Forest already operates across all of Richmond’s neighbouring boroughs, helping to create a connected network across South West London, which allows riders to travel easily without worrying about borough boundaries.

To encourage residents to try the new service, Forest is offering a range of exclusive deals to Richmond residents:

• Up to 30 minutes of riding for £1 on journeys starting in Richmond throughout June
• An exclusive local offer of 400 minutes for £13.99 per month (equivalent to just 3.5p per minute)

There is still no information available about Forest’s insurance or their willingness to control unlawful activities, which remains a concern for pedestrians.

If you happen to be in North Norfolk on Sunday 5th July 2026 there is a special concert collaboration at Wells Maltings.

Basil Alter , now well known in East Sheen in South West London for his virtuoso violin performances at Christ Church and All Saints Church, is performing with Archie Bonham, a sought-after collaborative pianist specialising in chamber music and vocal repertoire.

Archie is a former native of Wells-next-the-Sea. He has performed as a song and chamber recitalist at Wigmore Hall, the Royal Ballet and Opera, Royal Albert Hall, and Salle Cortot in Paris, and has broadcast live on BBC Radio 3.

Programme:

Brahms – Violin Sonata No. 2 in A major
Mozart – Violin Sonata in A major, K. 526
Korngold – Much Ado About Nothing Suite
Prokofiev – Sonata No. 2 in D major

3pm Running time: 02 hours 00 minutes

Book Online £20.00

Box Office & Tourist Information: info@wellsmaltings.org.uk 01328710885

General Enquiries: hello@wellsmaltings.org.uk

VENUE

Wells Maltings,
Staithe Street,
Wells-Next-the-Sea,
Norfolk NR23 1AU

This evening there is an inaugural concert of the Christchurch Consort to raise money for the Mortlake with East Sheen Parish.

The Christchurch Consort is a dormant professional choir based in East Sheen, London. The concert will showcase English part-song and religious music from Renaissance to Contemporary – celebrating the anniversaries of John Dowland and Benjamin Britten.

Although buying a ticket to the concert is a great way to offer support, the Parish is seeking an extra injection of funds to ensure the success of future concerts and outreach projects across South West London.

https://www.ticketsource.com/christchurch-east-sheen/t-mjeqogm

The London Children’s Literature Festival returns to Barnes on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 June with over 100 fun family events, workshops and performances for young book fans.

National treasure, Michael Rosen, with book-rapping sensation MC Grammar, the million-selling author illustrator of the Tom Gates series, Liz Pichon, ‘Horrible’ historian Greg Jenner, legendary Gruffalo artist Axel Scheffler, superstar creator of Charlie and Lola, Lauren Child, and draw along genius Rob Biddulph are just a few of the big names on their way to Barnes.

They will be joined by some famous faces including acclaimed actor Michael Sheen, Paddington star Hugh Bonneville, comedian Alexander Armstrong and Edinburgh Comedy Award winner Russell Kane.

Children can get involved in creative writing, comics, chess, LEGO, live music, clay-mazing workshops with Aardman Animations, and there are lots of free things to do too around beautiful Barnes Pond.

You can find out more about the festival.

This evening there is an inaugural concert of the Christchurch Consort to raise money for the Mortlake with East Sheen Parish.

The Christchurch Consort is a dormant professional choir based in East Sheen, London. The concert will showcase English part-song and religious music from Renaissance to Contemporary – celebrating the anniversaries of John Dowland and Benjamin Britten.

Although buying a ticket to the concert is a great way to offer support, the Parish is seeking an extra injection of funds to ensure the success of future concerts and outreach projects across South West London.

https://www.ticketsource.com/christchurch-east-sheen/t-mjeqogm