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Local food and drink OFFERS, a table top sale, an antiques market, new openings, a climate action event, and much more!
The United Services SW17 Club at 268 Balham High Road is holding a Table Top Sale this Sunday 31st May from 2pm!
Pop by to look at some great deals!
For more info, call or text Moira at 07929 733872
The next Not Just Things antiques and collectables market takes place this weekend Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st May from 10am - 4pm (3pm on Sunday).
The Not Just Things antique and vintage market is located in the Balham Boxing Club near the Tooting Triangle playground off Cavendish Road (under the railway bridge).
For more information, send an email to notjustthings@mail.com
Local action group Balham Climate Action are launching their summer project ‘Bunting for Hope’ at Balham Library on Saturday the 13th of June!
The community bunting will be decorated and made by the people of Balham (and beyond)! Balham Climate Action are supporting the Friends of the Earth ‘Planet over Profit’ campaign and welcome messages that show support for a common aim: put people and planet before profit.
Help them reach their target of making the bunting the length of Balham’s iconic Hildreth street!
If you can’t make it on the day but want to take part, send an email to balhamclimateaction@gmail.com
Sales Property Of The Week from Keating Estates Balham: “A beautifully presented two double bedroom apartment, set within a handsome semi-detached Victorian conversion on the sought-after Byrne Road, moments from the heart of Balham.”
“The property enjoys neutral presentation, with both the internal and communal areas recently redecorated to create a fresh and attractive blank canvas. The home is positioned within an elegant Victorian house with excellent kerb appeal, painted white and set back from the street behind a low stone wall.“
For full info, visit their website www.keatingestates.com, visit the team at 61 Bedford Hill, email balham@keatingestates.com or call 020 8079 3161.
Forget the quick fixes! FitnessWorks Balham is taking a more sustainable approach to getting stronger and in better shape this summer 💪
Starting 1st June, FitnessWorks Balham will be launching another of their extremely popular 8-week programme, designed to help members build strength, confidence, and healthier long-term habits, without the crash diets or extreme training plans often pushed this time of year.
The programme combines Small Group Personal Training, nutrition coaching, and structured accountability in a premium coaching environment.
Will tells us more about the programme:
What the 8-week programme DOES NOT do:
❌ Put you on a miserable, highly restrictive plan.
❌ Run you into the ground with random, exhausting workouts.
❌ Sell you short-term fads that leave you right back where you started by September.
What the 8-week programme ACTUALLY does:
✅ Focuses on physiology: a science-backed approach that works with your hormones, stress levels and physiology, rather than against them.
✅ Teaches real nutrition: no guesswork and no skipping meals. You get evidence-based nutrition coaching so you learn how to properly fuel your body and still enjoy your summer.
✅ Builds long-lasting habits: a system engineered to keep working long after the 8 weeks are over.
✅ Builds real confidence: through structured, outcome-driven strength training in a premium environment.
✅ Creates community: their Small Group Personal Training (SGPT) model means you get expert programming with the accountability of a supportive group.
The programme runs through to the end of July, with limited spaces available.
For more information, visit their website here.
If you’d love a brighter, whiter smile in time for summer, Balham dentist Ten Dental Facial offer the very popular Enlighten Teeth Whitening treatment to help you achieve this – and they offer FREE consultations!
Enlighten Teeth Whitening is the only teeth whitening system that promises VITA B1 (the whitest natural shade) – no compromises needed – you can carry on enjoying your favourites and living life to the full!
To find out more about Enlighten Teeth Whitening at Ten Dental and to book a free consultation, WhatsApp 07308716397, call 020 8672 7766, email hello@tendental.com or pop in!.
You’ll find Ten Dental located at 156 Balham High Road, open Monday-Saturday (including up to 8pm, Monday to Thursday), with a branch also at 154 Clapham High Street, SW4 7UQ.
You can also visit their website at tendental.com
BBQ & Picnic Season are here – and Balham’s Chadwick's Butchers have everything you need to cook up the ultimate BBQ feast at home, or enjoy a picnic on one of our fabulous local green spaces!
The family-run organic butchers have all sorts of marinated kebabs, gourmet burgers, chicken steaks, lamb chops, posh dog sausages, pork belly ribs, butterfly legs of lamb & much more, primed & ready for the barbie!
And in their deli area, you’ll find all sorts of homemade (in the shop) pies, pasties and sausage rolls, a huge array of cheese, chutneys & lots more besides.
You’ll find Chadwick’s located at 109 Balham High Road, open 9am-5.30pm, Monday to Saturday!
The terrace at No3 Restaurant at Nightingale Place by Clapham South / Common is looking very inviting for the sunny days ahead – and local residents, workers, dog-walkers and sports teams are very welcome to enjoy food, drinks & cocktails al fresco, throughout the days and long evenings, with the sun on the terrace from the early afternoon!
Andrew Oxby, General Manager at Nightingale Village tells us: “The terrace is looking fantastic and we’d love to welcome you down over the bank holiday weekend and throughout this summer. It’s the ideal spot for everything from a morning coffee to evening cocktails – we hope to see you soon!”
You’ll find the No3 terrace, restaurant & bistro open 7 days a week, located at 3 Nightingale Lane, by Clapham South tube.
Celebrate World Gin Day on Saturday 13th June with a tour of Balham’s beautiful Hayman's Gin Distillery! Hayman’s is offering our readers £5 OFF a ticket (making a ticket only £20pp) if you use code NEWSIE at the checkout when booking via their website here. There are 3 different gin tours to choose from on that day: 12 Noon, 3pm & 5.30pm.
What’s more, any visitor to the Distillery on the day (regardless of whether they do the Tour) will also receive 2 free G&T glasses when they purchase a 70cl bottle of Hayman’s gin!
Hayman’s Distillery Tour is a great way to enjoy a behind-the-scenes look into how Hayman’s make The Original Gin, distilled in the same way since 1863. The Tour includes a G&T on arrival, an opportunity to hear their story and a guided tasting of three award-winning gins!
Tours are available on Saturday 13th June at either Noon, 3pm, or 5.30pm.
To book a Distillery Tour for World Gin Day on Saturday 13th June, visit Hayman’s website here.
You’ll find their Distillery located at 8 Weir Road, Balham, SW12 0GT - just 8 minutes walk from Balham town centre!
Due to popular demand, Balham’s Freak Scene are running another of their Special 2-for-1 Offers on their £70pp ‘Feasting Menu’ (so £35pp) for bookings made for any date from Tuesday 26th May until Saturday 20th June!
Freak Scene is a bold, irreverent punk-Asian dining experience from chef Scott Hallsworth – former head chef at Nobu London and founder of cult favourite Kurobuta.
Freak Scene serves a maximalist menu of Japanese and Southeast Asian-inspired small plates designed to excite, surprise and share – and their fantastic family-style Feasting Menu is a premium dining experience, designed for sharing and packed with bold flavours.
Reservations are strongly advised, so book early to avoid missing out! You can claim the special offer for bookings made for any date from Tuesday 26th May up until Saturday 20th June, subject to availability.
To book a table, visit https://www.freakscenerestaurants.com
Freak Scene are located at 1 Ramsden Road, Balham, SW12 8QX, open Tuesday - Thursday from 5.30pm; Friday & Saturday from Noon.
NEW LUNCH MENU, SPECIAL OFFERS + updated opening hours Tony's Pizza UK on Balham High Road! 🍕
The team tells us more:
“We’re now open every day from 12pm, making it easier to grab a proper New York-style slice at lunchtime or throughout the afternoon.
“On weekends (Friday–Saturday) we’re staying open late until 1am, perfect for anyone after a late-night bite.
“We’ve also introduced a student deal - 2 giant cheese slices for £5! And for something more filling, our 9-inch combo includes a pizza, 6 pieces of wings, and a soft drink.”
Tony’s New York Pizza offers authentic New York-style pizza in a casual setting located at 15 Balham High Road.
To order, or for more info on the new deals and opening hours, visit their website here.
A local resident has launched a new dog walking business Madra and Me! Founder Sorcha tells us more:
“After years working in education recruitment and SEND support, I wanted to build something more personal, flexible and community-focused that combined my love of animals with caring for others.
“I offer dog walking, pet sitting, companionship visits and tailored care for dogs of all personalities and needs. I’m passionate about creating calm, loving and reliable experiences for both pets and owners.
“Madra (“dog” in Irish) reflects my Irish roots and the idea behind the business — connection, companionship and trusted care. 🐾
“I’m currently building my local client base across Balham, Clapham and surrounding areas, with bookings available directly through Instagram and word of mouth referrals.”
For more info, or to book, visit Madra and Me
A new limited-time POP-UP steak diner Pinky Steak has opened at 5 Ramsden Road, Balham (where Kuroyoko used to trade).
Expect great steaks and strong cocktails, served with high eneregy - both in their small space inside, as well as on their terrace - with free karaoke downstairs to finish off the night!
The restaurant is under the same ownership as Freak Scene (2 doors down), and we wish chef Scott Hallsworth, Maddie & the team the best of luck with their latest venture!
To book a table at Pinky, visit their website here.
Pinky is located at 5 Ramsden Road, Balham, SW12 8QX.
Open Wednesday & Thursday from 5:30pm - 11pm, Friday & Saturday from 12 Noon - 1am and Sunday from 12 - 8pm.
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