Tooting Newsie Weekly Newsletter
House of Ora nearly open, a pop-up gallery shop in Furzedown, local hurling club and Tooting WI seek new members, a Tooting roundabout in bloom, new openings & more...
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πΈ Pop-up gallery shop IN BLOOM now open at Sprout Community Arts in Furzedown! πΈ
In Bloom is a two-week spring pop-up hosted by luxury home fragrance emporium, ROSE & HERB, in collaboration with herbal tea sommelier Versatelier, terrarium creators Unbounded Garden, and floral artist House of Souza.
Step into a sensory celebration of spring where botanical home fragrances, fragrant flowers, herbal teas, living plants and floral art come together.
Rose & Herb will present its Spring Collection alongside a limited-edition capsule collection, featuring scents such as Lemon Sorbet, Grapefruit Paloma and Strawberry Daiquiri, and will host a candle-making workshop inviting guests to pour their own soy candle.
Alongside this, Versatelier will offer botanical teas with a blend-your-own tea workshop, Unbounded Garden will showcase mini terrariums and lead a make-your-own terrarium workshop, and House of Souza will present floral artwork and host a relaxed painting session β a gentle invitation to slow down and celebrate the season in full bloom.
When: Tue 7 - Sat 18 April 2026
Where: Sprout Arts, 74 Moyser Rd, Furzedown, SW16 6SQ
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 11am-5pm | Sun 11am-4pm
Launch Party: Thur 9 April 2026 | Time: 6-8pm
Workshops:
β’ Build a Living Landscape // 11.04.26 // Unbounded Garden
β’ Blend Your Own Tea // 12.04.26 // Versatelier
β’ Candle Making // 16.04.26 // Rose & Herb
β’ A Moment in Tiles // 17.04.26 // House of Souza
Booking HERE.
APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN for performers, stallholders, and food & drink stallholders/caterers for the Furzedown Fun Day at Furzedown Rec β Saturday 13th June 2026, 12pm-6pm!
The Furzedown Fun Day is a free annual community event with live music, activities, games, inflatables, stalls, with Riverside Radio broadcasting live all day! Bring a blanket or chairs and relax with family and friends enjoying the entertainment.
Application via Google Forms: - links in bio @furzedowncommunitynetwork and below:
β’ PERFORMERS
β’ STALLS Β£40 (subject to T&Cs)
β’ STREET FOOD STALLS / FOOD STALLS / CATERERS Β£65 (subject to T&Cs)
Vendors are required to provide proof of current Public Liability Insurance and ensure full compliance with all relevant food hygiene standards and any council regulations specific to the products being sold.
Please email events@furzedown.net with any other general enquiries.
πFurzedown Rec, Ramsdale Road, SW17 9BP
The next Mega Skip Day takes place from 9am this Saturday 11th April, in seven locations around Wandsworth, including Tooting.
Mega Skip Days are an opportunity for people to dispose of bulky items for free. Large skips are placed in neighbourhoods around the borough for all local residents to use.
The skips are open to residents of the London Borough of Wandsworth only. Proof of address may be required on the day.
The skips will be in the following places:
π Burtop Estate by Maskell Road, SW17 0LF
π Welham Road, SW17 7BU
π Podmore Road, SW18 1AJ
π Sheepcote Lane, SW11 5PB
π Byrne Road, SW12 9HZ
π Felsham Road, SW15 1ED
π Putney Vale East, near 14 to 44 Frensham Drive, SW15 3EB
More info, including details of what you can bring and when the skips will be open, via Wandsworth Council.
A sneak peek inside House of Ora in Tooting β the brand new cultural space where music, art, fashion and community will come together, which opens from NEXT FRIDAY 17th April in the former Tooting Tram & Social venue in Tooting Broadway!
The venue is a hive of activity while the team get everything ready and put the finishing touches to the space that will host everything from late-night DJ sets and live music (note the huge speakers!), to art and photography exhibitions, writing groups, media launches, family activities, coffee raves, curated pop-ups and much, much more!
The public opening will be next Friday 17th April, with doors opening from 6pm (until 2am), and live music, DJβs, and an art installation all on offer, with their food & drink service in full flow.
Full details on the House of Ora events schedule will be revealed this weekend both on @wearehouseofora (Instagram) as well as here on Tooting Newsie and Balham Newsie - so stay tuned!
House of Ora is located at 48A Mitcham Rd, Tooting Broadway, SW17 9NA
For all enquiries, please email info@houseofora.co.uk
Tooting Bec Lido CafΓ© Tender Opportunity for 2026!
Tooting Bec Lido is seeking a supplier to run the Lido cafΓ© who can demonstrate:
β’ A strong track record in outdoor or leisure catering
β’ Commitment to quality, locally sourced food and drink
β’ The ability to operate flexibly in line with the Lidoβs seasonal opening hours
β’ Relevant food hygiene and health and safety credentials
β’ A commercially viable proposal that enhances the overall visitor experience
Details for the tender docs:
β’ Contract period: MayβSeptember 2026
β’ Tender submission deadline: 17th April 2026
All interested parties should email an expression of interest to: EnquiriesTootingBecLido@pfpleisure.org
Tooting-based property advisor Homes with Chuk has had a busy start after the Easter break!
βA couple of lovely wins β and exactly why I love what I do.
βHuge congratulations to everyone involved in the sales of Fairfield Close, Mitcham and Southcroft Road (Tooting/Streatham borders) β the latter being the second home Iβve sold on Southcroft in the last few months, which tells you thereβs clearly strong demand in that pocket. π
βBoth sellers had previously been on the market with other agents without success. Both are now moving on to exciting new chapters.
βπ‘ One set of sellers are relocating to be closer to grandchildren after 20+ years in their home. The other is moving abroad to get married and start a new life. βοΈ
βHuge credit to both sets of buyers too β first-time buyers who were brilliant throughout and keen to keep things moving.
βOne even had their best & final offer accepted whilst on holiday in Mexico and still did everything needed to keep the sale progressing. ππΎ
βOne property sold at asking price, and the other achieved above asking. A nice reminder of what can happen when pricing and marketing strategy align, even in a challenging market.
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Sale agreed: 2nd Feb & 17th Feb
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Completion: 8β10 weeks later
βTwo lovely sellers finally moving on with their lives. Two fabulous sets of people joining the neighbourhood. Everyone happy. Thatβs what itβs all about. πβ
Need some property advice? Email Chuk at hello@homeswithchuk.co.uk, call 07940 546 190, or pop into Tooting Works at 89 Bickersteth Road and ask for him at reception!
Local painter & decorator, Adrian Cupros, has been working on all sorts of residential & commercial properties in and around Tooting, and has availability for new jobs, both big & small!
Adrian has run his own decorating business for over 20 years, and prides himself on delivering work of the highest quality, on time, and on budget.
Whether itβs an exterior or interior job, wallpapering, woodwork, furniture or more, Adrian can advise on the best materials and help you decide on colours to get your home or business exactly as you want it!
To get in touch and for a free quote, email adrian.cupros2@gmail.com or text / call 07754 478 961.
You can also visit his Instagram to see more fantastic examples of his work!
Free herb seeds now available at Howden Insurance Tooting! To celebrate Spring, the local insurance broker is giving away packets of herb seeds to the local community.
Matt Hillier, Centre Manager at Howden Tooting, says: βSpring has arrived, and with it our seed giveaway. We want to share a little positivity with our local community and continue growing strong relationships as your local insurance broker.
βAt Howden Insurance Tooting, we believe insurance is about more than cover β itβs about long-term relationships that grow with you. From your home to your car, to your business and the things that matter most, weβre here for every chapter, and just like these seeds, the connections we nurture flourish over time. Letβs plant something good together.β
Pop into the Tooting branch to pick up your free seed pack (while they last!) at Howden Tooting,149/155 Mitcham Road. If youβd like to speak to their friendly team about your insurance needs, pop into the branch, give them a call on 0208 672 3375, or visit their website.
We love this photo of members at Enhance Fitness in Earlsfield β all smiles after smashing another great class!
If youβd like to join the Enhance community, new members can try any 3 group classes for just Β£30, to get a taste of what theyβre all about!
Whether youβre new to fitness, getting back into it, or just looking for that extra bit of accountability, Enhance Fitness offers a genuinely personal approach to training with 5 Star reviews to back it up.
Their group classes include METCON (strength), Hybrid (strength & cardio), Hyrox/endurance training, Pre/Post Natal (babies welcome!), and ZONE weekend sessions β all led by expert coaches who are dedicated to helping you achieve real, lasting results.
Enhance also offer Small Group PT sessions β capped at just 4 members to 1 trainer (one of the only gyms in London to do this), giving you all the benefits of 1-1 PT at a fraction of the cost. They have all sorts of SGPT, class and mixed packages to choose from - including some great trial offers - and flexible memberships designed to fit your goals and lifestyle.
To find out more, or take advantage of the 3 classes for Β£30 offer, visit their website, email info@enhance-fitness.com, or call 07716506009.
Youβll find Enhance Fitness at 593 Garratt Lane, Earlsfield, SW18 4ST - just down the road from Tooting. They also have a studio in Clapham Old Town!
Support needed! Meet Tara, who was rescued by RSPCA South London just two weeks ago while heavily pregnant and has since been settling into one of their foster homes.
Last week was meant to be her introduction, but she had other plans and she gave birth to five healthy kittens! πββ¬
Itβs been a big few weeks for her, so for now the focus is on giving Tara the time and space she needs to rest and adjust to life as a new mum. So far, she and her kittens are doing really well, and the team are looking forward to sharing photos once everyone has properly settled.
Taking in pregnant cats and young families is always incredibly rewarding, especially during kitten season, but it does come with significant costs. Each kitten will need vaccinations, neutering, flea and worm treatments, and altogether Taraβs little family is expected to cost around Β£1000 to prepare for rehoming.
As a self-funded branch, Rspca South London is supported only by its three charity shops, and adoption fees rarely cover the full cost of care. This means every animal they take in relies on the generosity of supporters to help bridge that gap.
For more information or to donate, visit their website.
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Bottomless Brunch every day until 4pm at Flora in Tooting Market! Brunch includes 90 minutes of drinks (wine, beer, prosecco or cocktails), plus one dish from the brunch menu (such as smashed avocado, dulce de leche buttermilk pancakes or eggs benedict), from Β£29.90!
AND on Fridays and Saturdays after 4pm, Flora also offers Bottomless Tapas β the same as their Bottomless Brunch, but with 2 Spanish tapas dishes (like croqueta de chorizo de huevo, alitas de pollo, or patatas bravas) instead!
Vegetarian options available. Full menu and booking here.
π Flora at Tooting Market, 21-23 Tooting High Street, SW17 0SN
Sean Treacys Hurling Club is looking for new members in Tooting and the surrounding areas!
Sean Treacys Hurling Club in South London has over 80 members, and offers competitive hurling for players of all abilities, aged 16 and over.
They train at Tooting and at Clapham Common, and play their home games at Fishponds Playing Fields, 91a Hebdon Rd, SW17 7NW, just 10 minutesβ walk from Tooting Bec or Broadway tube stations.
Great reasons to join:
β’ Regular training and matches.
β’ Social events throughout the year, including annual Golf Classic, Race Days, and Club Socials.
β’ Saturday morning meet-ups in the off-season at Clapham Common for park runs.
β’ Help with accommodation and jobs in sectors such as construction, finance, hospitality, and more.
β’ A great way to make new friends and connections through sport.
Call, text, or WhatsApp:
Alan: +44 7715 287612
DΓ³nal +44 7463 782314
Tooting WI is welcoming new members!
Tooting Womenβs Institute, which has been running since 2016, brings together a growing community of women in South London who are looking to meet new people, learn new skills and have fun in a relaxed, social setting.
Meeting every second Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm, the group hosts a wide range of activities designed to help women connect and unwind. This yearβs programme includes terrarium making, cocktail making, singing workshops and brush lettering, with more events planned throughout the year.
Membership includes access to all 12 monthly meetings, as well as a range of popular sub-groups including Supper Club, Craft Club, Book Club, Culture Club and Thirsty Thursdays, offering even more opportunities to meet like-minded women.
The group has become a go-to for those looking to meet new people, build friendships and find a sense of community in their local area.
Becky Warburton, President of Tooting WI, said, βA lot of people still think the WI isnβt for them, but that couldnβt be further from the truth. Weβre a diverse, welcoming group of women who want to have fun, try new things and build real friendships.
βWe know how hard it can be to meet people as an adult, especially in London. Whether youβve just moved to the area or youβre looking to meet new people, Tooting WI offers a friendly, welcoming space where you can just come along, be yourself and get to know others.β
Prospective members are invited to attend their first meeting as a guest for a small donation before deciding whether to join.
For more information, search βTooting WIβ on Facebook or Instagram, or email tooting.wi@gmail.com
Volunteer gardeners were out in force on the roundabout near Tooting Common (at the top of Church Lane) at the weekend, led by local resident Sue! πΉπ»π·
Gardeners are planting and growing flowers to bring a splash of colour and joy to the area.
Theyβre usually there on Sunday afternoons and welcome any help (and regular watering when it gets hot)! For more info about volunteering, please email susanna.spear@yahoo.co.uk
COMING SOON TO TOOTING: Traid charity shop is to open a branch at 57-59 Tooting High Street (previously half of the premises occupied by Bargain Town). Tesco Express plans to open a branch next door at 61-63.
Weβll keep you postedβ¦
COMING SOON TO TOOTING/EARLSFIELD: Seahorse Nursery is to open a branch at 534 Garratt Lane, where Furniture City was previously located. Weβll keep you posted...
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