Road works at the Sheen Lane Upper Richmond Road junction. Four way lights which are confusing and delaying.
No indication of when the work will be completed.
And of course no-one actually working there!
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The text below was published in EastSheenMatters on Tuesday 12 August 2025. Bold now added.
“So it is August and Mortlake and East Sheen may resemble a deserted Parisian suburb. But it’s more than three months since we received the Inspector’s decision granting planning permission for the residential development at the Stag Brewery and for the adjacent secondary school.
“We have known for nine months or more that the school would be dependent on central government funding. Who knew that it would take so long for a decision to be taken?
“Are there secret discussions going on about what might happen with this important site.”
Well, unbeknown to EastSheenMatters, there were discussions ongoing. A report on those discussions can now be seen on the Mortlake Brewery Community Group website at https://www.mbcg.org.uk/not-quite-yet/ .
“Is there any strategic thinking being conducted on housing needs, including affordable housing, and transport. If there is, no-one is saying anything or consulting locally.” As far as we are aware the recent discussions did not involve the Council.
“From the residential viewpoint one would hope this would include thinking on the Homebase site in Manor, which seems to have stalled; the Barnes Hospital site, where in spite of opening ceremonies, we are still waiting for diggers rather than spades; and occupancy at the Teddington Riverside development.
“Meanwhile rumours abound locally that the financial power brokers in Singapore are not entirely happy with the current position in Mortlake.
“Mortlake residents are doing well to get on with their own discussions about what projects to promote in their area.”
We do now know that discussions are being held with a third party who are interested in buying the whole site. A joint venture may also be explored.
All of the tenants on the site, save for Story Works, the filming company, have been served notice and will no longer be on site shortly. Their continuing use of the site may depend on whether Disney commission further episodes of A Thousand Blows.
A decision on how to proceed will be taken by early 2026, given the need to attend to the planning conditions. No work is expected on the site for about 18 months.
All are still waiting to hear whether the funding for the Livingstone Secondary School will be agreed or not by the DfE. The outcome of their review of funding is now expected in the Autumn. No mention is made of a move for Thomson House School, though it is known that they have recently had discussions with the DfE.
Is it true? We wonder if it should be if it was with the view of ascertaining the exact state of the Thames around Mortlake? The government have sent out a smelling expedition for which service none but the sharpest nosed MPs were allowed to volunteer.
We are always anxious to avoid a statement, so we should be glad if we are wrong to be officially corrected. But we have heard that because of the perils of the trip, it was agreed that only the unmarried members should be suffered to embark on it less widowhood resulted.
We understand moreover to give the sniffers ample time for making their experiments, a government express boat was chartered for the voyage as being the slowest craft in use and shortest to breakdown. No member was allowed on board who had not made his will. An experienced core of surgeons were commissioned to attend in order to prevent loss of life if possible. All kinds of brandy and all kinds of antidotes were abundantly provided.
The nauseating nature of the service being known, arrangements were made for the comfort of the sick and every medical appliance to relieve them was in readiness. There was a liberal supply of hand basins and every member was allowed a steward to himself to prevent the fruitless bellowing and howling for that officer.
Continue readingSo it is August and Mortlake and EastSheen may resemble a deserted Parisian suburb. But it’s more than three months since we received the Inspector’s decision granting planning permission for the residential development at the Stag Brewery and for the adjacent secondary school.
We have known for nine months or more that the school would be dependent on central government funding. Who knew that it would take so long for a decision to be taken?
Are there secret discussions going on about what might happen with this important site.
Is there any strategic thinking being conducted on housing needs, including affordable housing, and transport. If there is, no-one is saying anything or consulting locally.
From the residential viewpoint one would hope this would include thinking on the Homebase site in Manor, which seems to have stalled; the Barnes Hospital site, where in spite of opening ceremonies, we are still waiting for diggers rather than spades; and occupancy at the Teddington Riverside development.
Meanwhile rumours abound locally that the financial power brokers in Singapore are not entirely happy with the current position in Mortlake.
Mortlake residents are doing well to get on with their own discussions about what projects to promote in their area.
A request is being made for the collection of materials to be sent to Ukraine on the next Medical Life Lines Ukraine convoy, which is leaving early on Sunday 7th September 2025.
Urgently needed: Bed Linen – to turn into camouflage nets. (sheets/duvet covers).
A longer list is set out below.
Goods can be put on a table at the back of All Saints Church in SW14 – at the latest by 1 September. Queries to Alastair Grant ag@grantcomms.co.uk or 07946 701 057 or respond on EastSheenMatters
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Full List of Supplies for 7th September Convoy leaving SW19
Please place at back of All Saints Church on or under a table near the font, later to be taken to 41 Murray Road SW19 4PD. Deadline 1 September.
– Tents – dark colours
– Sleeping bags
– Yoga mats (for sleeping on – dark colours)
– DIY Tool boxes (used or new)
– Batteries (new)
– Chain saws
– Power packs (for charging phones)
– Electric drills
– Head torches
– Energy bars
– Pain killers (ibuprofen/paracetemol)
– Energy drinks
– Hand cream Sudocrem
– Crutches
– Wheelchairs
– Commodes
– Incontinence pads
– Jump start leads (used or new)
– Mobile power banks
– used and no longer needed mobile phones
STOP PRESS: Urgent request for bed linen (sheets/ duvet covers) for dyeing and turning into camo nets – there’s a lack of bed linen around Kharkiv and it’s desperately needed for this purpose! Ahead of delivering any items, please call/text Maria Botcharova on 07881471100 or Djamilia 07541836312
– Alternatively, Amazon deliveries to 18 Parkland Gardens SW19 6DT happily received!
Meanwhile
Ukrainians, and the world, watched in disbelief as nothing concrete was accomplished at today’s meeting between President Trump and Putin – while Ukrainian people still bleed. The war rages on, and relief feels further away for those living under daily bombardment.
Even more horrifying, the world witnessed a war criminal with the blood of innocent Ukrainians on his hands be welcomed on a red carpet. Shockingly, Russia’s unjust and ruthless invasion since 2014 was referred to as merely a “conflict” and the two Presidents shook hands as if occupation and atrocities can be ignored.
Normalizing relations while Russia occupies Ukrainian land sends a dangerous message: that war crimes and human rights abuses can be overlooked for political or economic gain.
Ukrainians know from past peace negotiations that Russia cannot be trusted. The humanitarian cost of inaction is staggering. Attacks continue relentlessly, and more lives will be lost tonight and in the days ahead.
United Help Ukraine is on the ground right now, delivering medical aid, defender’s support, and critical resources to frontline communities. Stand with Ukraine now — because the world cannot afford to stand still.
At the Barnes Home Guard 76A Richmond Park Road London SW14 8LA
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Join Us for Sheen Live Jam Night – 14th August!  One Night. All Vibes. Total Satisfaction. Join us for an electrifying night of raw rock energy as SHEEN brings the house down with a live jam inspired by the legendary Rolling Stones.  Event Highlights: 7:00 PM – Open Mic 8:00 PM – Jam Session 9:00 PM – More Open Mic Performances  Expect gritty riffs, bluesy soul, and that unmistakable Stones swagger. Bring your instrument, your voice, or just your love for music! Everyone’s welcome—whether you’re performing or simply enjoying the show. “You can’t always get what you want……but at SHEEN Live Jam, you just might!” Questions or Ready to Perform? Contact Patrick at pjboundy2@gmail.com to reserve your spot on the open mic. Don’t miss the chance to be part of the magic at Sheen Live Jam Night! Members – free, Guests – £3 Sheen Live Jams website – https://sheenlivejam.github.io/slj/ |
It’s a lovely day today, just right for a bit of Shakespearean nonsense. And you can speculate idly on whether Shakespeare himself might have visited the area, while writing the play in 1598, to see frequent visitor Queen Elizabeth I and her astrologer John Dee, who lived over the road from St. Mary the Virgin.
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| Directed by Stuart Watson I do suffer love indeed, for I love thee against my will. Bantering bachelor Benedick’s “merry war” of words with witty Beatrice seems fated to keep them apart, provoking their scheming friends to plot a happy ending for the quarrelsome couple. Meanwhile bashful young Claudio loves sweet, naïve Hero and is loved in return. Nothing, it seems, can prevent their marriage. But the path of true love never runs smooth. Foul play is afoot as devious Don John plots to split the young lovers asunder. Putney Theatre Company On Tour brings Shakespeare’s dazzling comedy of romance, deceit and self-discovery for an open-air performance on Sunday 10th August @ 3pm–St Mary’s the Virgin Church, Mortlake |
Venue: the stunning church grounds of this historic church in Mortlake SW14 8JA. Don’t get it mixed up with the similarly named St Mary Magdalen Church, Mortlake which is nearby. There is some street parking on Mortlake High Street, or you can get the train to Mortlake, from where it’s a 5-10 minute walk.. The 378 bus stops just outside, or you can get the 337 from Putney and it’s a 10 minute walk from the nearest stop in East Sheen.
Seating is provided, but you can sit on picnic blankets if you arrive early and snag a front row area. Toilets are on site.
Bring your own food and drink.
Search for more about this historic church at the Barnes and Mortlake History Society website at http://www.barnes-history.org.uk and
The use of Lime bikes as provider of e-bike services in Richmond was last discussed on EastSheenMatters on 28 June 2025. It was reported then that the Council would be considering the matter further at a meeting of the Transport and Air Quality Committee in or about September 2025.
Hounslow Council has surely influenced thinking by terminating its contract with Lime. From 11 August Forest and Voi will become the borough’s exclusive e-bike operators. Residents had voiced concerns over poor parking compliance and slow response times, issues that have been linked to Lime’s operations.
Under the new contracts, Forest and Voi will introduce several improvements. Pricing will be reduced, with targeted discounts for residents, low-income users, and local businesses. Parking enforcement will be strengthened through advanced technology and stricter bay usage rules. Safety will be prioritised with induction training, moderated speeds, and incentive programmes.
This is particularly pertinent on a day when it was reported that three people on Lime bikes robbed a walker in Richmond Park, It ought to be possible to track bikes and respond to their illegal usage as a matter of urgency.
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