Tooting Newsie Weekly Newsletter
Loads of events, a Michelin starred chef opens a restaurant, a Tooting institution re-opens, Tooting represented at The World Cup, new openings, Tooting discounts, and much more!
Our weekly newsletter is sponsored by Tooting’s family-run Lahore Karahi – a local institution since 1995! – who are currently offering 20% OFF all collection orders when you order direct via their website at lahorekarahi.co.uk. Ts & Cs apply.
Events and World Cup matches at Tooting’s House of ORA!
FRIDAY 3RD JULY
💃🏿 SALSA NIGHT – an evening of Latin rhythms, dancing, food and cocktails as Ora transforms for a vibrant Salsa experience. Tickets £13 on the door.
• 8pm-10pm: classes | Social dancing until 1.30am
SATURDAY 4TH JULY
🎵 WORLD SOUNDS & RITA RECORDS PRESENTS ORA - Minima Tech House
8pm-2am: Rita Records and World Sound collab for a unique experience of minimal, tech house and techno! Free entry.
SATURDAY 11TH JULY
✨ COMMUNITY WELLNESS GATHERING – Soft Reset. Meditation, Kundalini yoga, Reiki, Sound bath, Creatives corner. Tickets, £10: book here.
SATURDAY 18TH JULY
🎧 KILLERWATT Presents WATT NOW! Experience and enjoy the pre-launch party of the Notting Hill Carnival sound with special guests: TS & Houdini, DJ Cruzer, DJ Judah, Fat Freddie, Micky FX, GBS Ruff Cut. 9.30pm-2am. Free entry.
⚽️ World Cup games LIVE (including England v Mexico) on 2 huge screens, with a DJ after every game, a well-stocked bar and food available including burgers & hot dogs! Walk-ins are welcome, but you can book in advance and take advantage of drinks & snacks packages, via TicketTailor.
Enquiries for private hire: info@wearehouseofora.co.uk
📍 48A Mitcham Rd, Tooting Broadway, SW17 9NA
The brilliant Furzedown Farmers Market is back THIS SATURDAY 4th July, 9.30am-1.30pm, in the playground at Penwortham Primary with lots of new and old favourites for you to browse & shop!
They have coffee, delicious food & drinks and a great deal of kids items this weekend too. South London Vinyl will also be there providing the soundtrack! 🎧 Dogs are of course very welcome 🐶
📍 Penwortham Primary School, Penwortham Road, SW16 6RJ
THIS SATURDAY 4 JULY IN TOOTING AND AROUND WANDSWORTH: Discover Wandsworth, a showcase of local businesses, venues and experiences! Explore, shop and support local, with exclusive discounts, free tasters and one-off experiences from independent businesses, many of them running throughout July and beyond.
In Tooting, a host of local shops and businesses are getting behind the day with special offers – Chaat Gali is offering 10% off, Tooting Delivery is taking 10% off all orders throughout July, there’s offers galore in Tooting and Broadway Markets, and dozens more Tooting and Wandsworth favourites are joining in (link to full list below).
Organised by Wandsworth Council’s business team, the event invites residents to shop local and make the most of the deals. Full list of participating businesses and offers HERE.
Transition Town Tooting hosts a FREE fixing and mending session this Saturday 4th July, 1pm-4pm (no new fixes after 3.30pm) at United Reform Church, Rookstone Road, Tooting SW17 9NQ.
Learn how to fix and take back control of your electricals or bring your repair and stitching projects along to the sewing table. Join with others and do your mending, sewing, knitting and crochet in company – with skills sharing if you’d like it.
They can’t guarantee to fix anything, but they can look at almost anything you can carry (except microwave ovens for safety reasons). Please bring chargers for phones and laptops etc. You take responsibility for your own gadget and data, so please back it up to be safe!
Free event, but donations and help welcome! More info via the TTT website.
Taste of Tooting Tours are back in July and August! 🌍🍛
Following the success of last year’s sold-out tours, Geoff Simmons of Planet Tooting and Dipa Patel of Taste of Tooting Tours return with another special series as part of South Asian History Month, supported by Jenni Asiama and Wandsworth Enterprise.
Join them on an immersive journey through Tooting’s vibrant South Asian communities, exploring the flavours, stories and heritage that make this neighbourhood so unique. Visit local food businesses and community spaces run by individuals and families from across South Asia and its diaspora, including Sri Lankan, Mauritian, Guyanese, Pakistani, Punjabi, Afghani, Gujarati and East African communities.
📅 2026 Tour Dates: Saturday 4 July, 10am–2pm and Saturday 8 August, 10am–2pm
🎟️ More info and tickets via Eventbrite – search “Taste of Planet Tooting”.
⭐ CALLING 18-30 YEAR OLDS ⭐ – FREE Employability Fair in Tooting, hosted by Business Launchpad!
📅 8 July 2026, 12pm–3pm
📍 Tooting Works, 89 Bickersteth Road, London SW17 9SH
Career Connect brings together ambitious young people who are exploring their next steps in employment, entrepreneurship, or a combination of both.
Alongside the panel, they’ll also be running employability and advice clinics and a select number of employer stalls to give attendees access to practical support and professional insights.
The panel discussion, “Entrepreneur or Employee? Why the Best Careers Often Combine Both,” will run from 12:30pm–1:30pm and explore the realities of balancing employment, entrepreneurship and career progression.
For more info and to sign up, visit Business Launchpad.
Graveney School presents the work of Year 11 GCSE Art students at Furzedown’s Sprout Arts! Paintings, sculpture & mixed media pieces are on display, reflecting the student’s personal experiences relating to current issues.
Free entry. Open 11am-5pm until 10th July (closed on Sunday).
📍 Sprout Arts, 74 Moyser Road, SW16 6SQ
Tooting-based property advisor Homes with Chuk has two chain-free homes – with outside space – in Tooting on his books...
“Both homes are in Tooting Broadway, both are chain-free, and both are brilliant first-time-buyer homes with outside space to enjoy.
“First up: the two-bed with the large private balcony and communal garden – the one I’ve been teasing all week. Scroll back through my page to hear Kayleigh, the owner, share why she chose Tooting and what she’ll miss most about living here. This one goes live on the portals today.
“Then the one-bed with its communal roof terrace – coming soon. This one is less than a two-minute walk from Tooting Broadway tube station and has a large communal roof terrace with fabulous views to savour!
“I was born and raised around here, so nothing makes me happier than handing the keys to someone who’ll love this corner of Tooting as much as Kayleigh has.”
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!
Happy 4th birthday to Tooting Bec hairdresser, Adam Alexander 🎉🎂🎊! The much-loved natural colour and balayage salon opened at 11 Upper Tooting Road in 2021 and has proved a massive hit with locals!
Adam tells us, “I come from a three-generation hairdressing family in Northern Ireland, so colour has been in my blood since I could hold a brush. I then spent years hairdressing in Bondi Beach, and that sun-kissed, effortless Australian influence runs through everything we do. Building something of my own here in South London has been the proudest chapter of that story.
“We specialise in colour that looks like it grew that way. Soft, lived-in balayage, natural tones, and a finish that still looks beautiful months after you leave the chair.
“Over four years we have built an amazing community of local clients who were looking for exactly this kind of hair – people who wanted colour that feels effortless and grows out beautifully rather than the high-maintenance look. They feel more like regulars than appointments, and Tooting has backed us from day one. That community is the heart of everything we do.”
Open: Monday: 8.30am-8pm, Tuesday: 8.30am-7pm, Wednesday & Thursday: 8.30am-9pm, Friday: 8.30am-7pm, Saturday: 9am-6pm
📍11 Upper Tooting Rd, Tooting Bec, London SW17 7TS
📱 020 7173 5222
🔗 adamalexanderlondon.com
‘Glass Glow Facials’ are available at local dental practice Ten Dental on Balham High Road – all part of their rapidly growing facial aesthetics offering, which is proving increasingly popular with local residents!
Ten Dental co-founder, Dr Nik Sisodia tells us, “Your skin deserves the spotlight, and our Glass Glow Facials deliver intense hydration and a radiant, glass-skin finish that leaves your complexion looking fresh, smooth, and luminous. Our Facials are designed to deeply nourish, smooth, and brighten your skin for that flawless, dewy finish that everyone loves.”
To book a Glass Glow Facial or find out more, WhatsApp 07907 366 397, call 020 8675 1798, email hello@tendental.com or pop in at 156 Balham High Road.
You can also visit their website at tendental.com
There are lots of business offering discounts for NHS, emergency service workers and students in Tooting, Earlsfield and Furzedown!
We’ve created a list of businesses offering discounts – visit bit.ly/tootingdiscounts to find out more. And don’t forget to check back as we update the page!
Six fire engines and around 40 firefighters tackled a fire on Mitcham Lane in Furzedown in the early hours of Saturday 27th June. The fire is believed to have been caused by a lightning strike. More info on our website.
Police were called at around 11.30pm on Thursday 25 June to reports of an altercation involving a group of young people on Southcroft Rd in Tooting. Two men intervened in the altercation during which one of the men was stabbed.
More info on our website.
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The Furzedown FACE Charity Garden Gig last Friday was a wonderful evening of live music and delicious food, raising over £2500 for local causes!
Run by a local group of friends and neighbours, the evening saw a fantastic line-up of talented local singers and musicians, including the powerful voice of singer-songwriter Jennifer Owens. There was a delicious meal and a fun ‘name that tune’ challenge, plus a great raffle!
FACE were raising money for inspiring local causes, including South London MND Association, who came along to thank them for raising an incredible £90,000 over the last 15 years!
Money will also go to The Furzedown Project, who are fundraising for ways to keep their building cool, and Furzedown Youth Centre, who want to open on Tuesday evenings and offer more activities.
Furzedown FACE would like to thank everyone involved!
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All-You-Can-Eat Sushi Experience 🍣 at Nami in Tooting Market for just £29.90 per person (minimum 2 people) until 5th July!
Choose two starters per guest, followed by a chef’s selection platter featuring a variety of sushi from both Nami’s All You Can Eat and à la carte menus, then anything you like from the All You Can Eat menu!
Book your table now via Open Table.
All food is halal. Gluten free options available. Ts & C’s apply (see their Instagram for more info).
📍 Nami Sushi Bar, Tooting Market, 21-23 Tooting High St, SW17 0SN
Tooting Pharmacy Practice at 175 Upper Tooting Road has permanently closed after 45 years in business, as owner Indrajit is retiring.
Indrajit tells us, “I have enjoyed 45 years of serving the local Tooting community. I have been fortunate to make so many friends and been a part of so many fantastic local groups.”
All services, prescriptions and patient records will continue at Barkers Chemist, 219 Upper Tooting Road.
All the best to Indrajit for the future!
Balham Bark, the much-loved independent dog store on Emmanuel Road on the edge of Tooting Common, will be closing at the end of August after three & a half years.
The good news is that The Handsome Hound Grooming will continue under new management from 1st September – with Andrew beginning a well-deserved move towards semi-retirement.
Over the coming weeks, Andrew will be personally introducing clients to the new owner to ensure a smooth and familiar transition. The Handsome Hound will continue welcoming both existing and new grooming clients, and will also retain a carefully selected retail range for everyday essentials.
Balham Bark owner, Trevor tells us, “After a huge amount of thought and with a very heavy heart, we’ve made the decision to close Balham Bark at the end of August. It’s incredibly sad and emotional – Balham Bark has been such a huge part of our lives, and we’ve been so lucky to have such loyal customers since day one.
“We’ll genuinely miss all the chats, laughs, seeing puppies grow up and following their journeys over the years. The relationships we’ve built with our customers and their dogs mean the world to us – it’s difficult to put into words how much that part means to us.
“We’re not disappearing overnight – we’ll continue trading until the end of August and would love customers to keep popping in. To kick things off, we’re launching 50% OFF all collars, leads, bowls, jackets, coats, blankets and selected accessories – while still stocking all the favourite treats, chews, food and toys you know and love.
“A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has been part of the Balham Bark family over the past three and a half years – from our wonderful team to our fantastic suppliers and incredible customers. You’ve all helped create something we’ll always be proud of.
“We’d love to see as many familiar faces as possible before the end of August! 🐾”
We’d like to wish Trevor and Andrew the very best for the future!
3BIS Gelateria has opened at 41 Upper Tooting Road (where one half of Afters was previously located), serving gelato, crepes, waffles, shakes, coffee & more!
All their gelato is created fresh in-store every day, with the recipes unchanged since they opened their first gelateria in Rimini, Italy 🇮🇹 in 1987!
Most flavours are gluten-free, and vegan options are available. All food is halal.
Open 11am-11pm every day (with later opening hours on Friday and Saturday to come), for eat-in and takeaway. Delivery available on Deliveroo and Uber Eats.
And get a free gelato when you download their app!
Congratulations and good luck to Deepa, Eleanora and the team!
Renowned chef & local resident, Adam Byatt has opened Rosina restaurant at 35 Bellevue Road, where Brinkley’s was previously located! Adam’s also behind the Michelin-starred Trinity restaurant in Clapham.
The neighbourhood restaurant is inspired by the love that Adam has for Italian cuisine, produce and hospitality and is named after his daughter Rosie.
When announcing the new restaurant, Adam said on his Instagram page, “Rosina is a space I want people to really enjoy, a restaurant to use all week, a Wednesday on a whim, an intimate Friday date night, as well as a family get together over the weekend.”
Congratulations & good luck to Adam and the team!
You’ll find Rosina located at 35 Bellevue Road, SW17 7EF. Book via their website.
NEW TO TOOTING: Kaptaans has opened at 45 Upper Tooting Road (where one half of Afters was previously located), serving Pakistani 🇵🇰 cuisine! This is their second branch, joining their other restaurant in Norbury.
All food is halal. Vegetarian options available.Open 10am-2am, Monday to Sunday, for eat-in and takeaway.
Congratulations and good luck to Tahir and the team!
COMING SOON TO TOOTING: Italian 🇮🇹 pasta restaurant L’assaggino Al Mercato is to open a branch in Broadway Market.
They plan to open in the next couple of weeks. We’ll keep you posted...
RE-OPENED IN TOOTING: Chatkhara is back open at 15 Upper Tooting Road! The long-established Pakistani and Indian eatery (sometimes known as The Purple Palace), which has been trading in Tooting since 1994, has opened its doors again after a temporary closure.
All food is halal and vegetarian options are available. Open 12pm-1am Sunday to Thursday, and 12pm-2am Friday and Saturday for eat-in, takeaway and delivery.
Great to see this Tooting institution back open!
Celebrating the Tooting Granada! A blue plaque was unveiled at Buzz Bingo Tooting (formerly the Granada) at 50 Mitcham Road on Saturday 27th June, celebrating the many acts that performed there when it was a music venue!
Local historian Geoff Simmons spearheaded the campaign, and said on his Instagram, “THAT’S MY BABY! What a feeling to finally see this beautiful historic plaque placed outside Tooting Granada/Buzz Bingo Hall! Huge thanks to Richard Gray, Linda Cazeaux, Allen Eyles, Rita Ray, Linda, Winston, Tim, Robert, Mahesh & all our other lovely unveilers - to Fred, courtesy of DJ Jonesy whose sounds rekindled ‘The Vegas of South London’ on Mitcham Road! A day to remember on Planet Tooting!”
Find out more about the campaign and Geoff’s work in Tooting and beyond on his website.
Tooting represented at The World Cup! Who spotted this flag during England’s 2-1 victory over DR Congo last night?
...and who’s taking annual leave on Monday to watch the match with Mexico...?
Thanks to @TheGameVeda (X) and @biroboyblog (Instagram) for sharing!
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