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The All England Lawn Tennis Club has overcome one hurdle in its proposed £200 million expansion on what was the adjacent golf course in Wimbledon. The High Court has decided that that land is not subject to a statutory trust for public recreation, and never has been. It had previously been thought that this was a complex matter possibly worthy of consideration by the Supreme Court, so it will be interesting to hear whether the Save Wimbledon Park group seek to appeal this decision.

A second appeal is still in progress after Save Wimbledon Park took legal action against the Greater London Authority’s decision to grant planning permission last year. The judge dismissed the group’s challenge after a hearing in July, but the Court of Appeal granted permission to appeal that ruling in November 2025. A date for that hearing is yet to be set.

A gas leak

All welcome. Non-Members £5.

Zoe Barnett and Georgina Dadson, Guitar Duo, performed at Christ Church on Wednesday lunchtime, 18 March, presenting a delightful programme of South American and Spanish compositions from the early 20th century.

———————–Georgina ———————-Zoe ——————

The videoclip is a short extract from La Vida Breve by Manuel da Falla. Well, Life is Short. For an encore they played Asturias by Isaac Albeniz. An out-standing event.

Both are accomplished artists. Zoe has performed at Wigmore Hall and was named as an International Guitar Foundation Young Artist in 2022. She has 80,000 followers on Instagram (plus one).

Georgina is also a prize winning guitarist and has performed in masterclasses with leading guitarists. She is a ‘Live Music Now Musician’, an organisation which crafts engaging concerts for hospitals, care homes and (and especially SEN) schools.

Just three more in the Spring Recital Series:

Friday 20 March David Hedley & Friends Oboe, Flute and Piano 7pm

Wednesday 25 March West London Tuba Quartet 12 noon

Friday 27 March Evi Wang Trio Violin, Clarinet and Piano 7pm

Plus MESS AGM

EastSheenMatters does not often publicise individual local retail outlets. This is more a matter for East Sheen Village. But on this occasion a specific event provides a justification.

The Shed has a new owner !

David (right) is sadly moving on after 27 years of faithful community service providing endless DIY tips, advice and materials to the local residents. The new owner, Jeremy Lewis-Phillips (centre) has moved in with a ‘new look’ shop but still with the same first-class friendly customer service we enjoyed with David.

We’d like to thank David for his exceptional service and support over so many years and wish Jeremy every success with his new venture.

 The Shed – for all your DIY supplies in London SW14

What is The Big Give: Arts for Impact? 

• An online platform that supports charities with their campaigns to raise funds by connecting them with anonymous donors who match their funds raised via the campaign.
• It will last for a week from 17 – 24 March – donations can only be made via the Big Give and during this time to be doubled. 
• It provides us with the opportunity to expand our funds raised – our target is £3,750 which will be match funded up to £7,500.
• If we exceed our target, we will still use the funds towards the Shakespeare in Schools projects and ask people to donate directly via the OT. Likewise, if we do not reach our target, we will still use those funds for the project. 

Ways to help us with this campaign from today:

1. Kick-start the proceedings by making a gift towards our target. 
2. Re-share any of the Orange Tree Theatre’s posts regarding the campaign to your own social media.
3. Share the link to the Big Give around your friendship groups; or those your think might be interested in helping us meet our target: Lighting the Spark Through Shakespeare in Schools – Big Give
4. Share the YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_6h1FiU54k

Mortlake Community Association (MCA) is looking for an experienced Interim Director to join their vibrant and inclusive organisation. The main purpose of the role is to maintain their growing profile as a community hub and support their range of varied activities.  The post is offered on a fixed term 9-month contract, starting in May 2026 to align with their Director’s maternity leave.

For full details on the role and to apply, please visit: https://www.mortlakecommunityassociation.org.uk/vacancies/  07494 297 690 

Mon-Fri 9am – 5pm 

www.mortlakecommunityassociation.org.uk 

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Registered Charity no: 1211057