If you fancy something different this Halloween, Dance Party Theatre is bringing 'Pride & Prejudice - The Hoedown Edition' to The Bedford Ballroom for two performances this weekend, combining live theatre, line dancing and a wedding disco - with 10% OFF tickets for Balham Newsie readers! (details below 👇)
This fun, interactive show puts a whole new spin on Jane Austen's classic story, transporting audiences to the Deep South in 1930, where Mrs Bennet is running a bar with her daughters Lizzie and Lydia. She's still looking for well-dressed men in possession of fortunes for her unmarried daughters.
Part theatre, part audience participation, the event begins with a line-dancing lesson (no experience necessary!), followed by a live performance where the audience gets up to dance at various points. The show finishes with a wedding disco, giving everyone the chance to enjoy some freestyle dancing!
Having received five-star reviews for its opening performance, the show is an inclusive event suitable for anyone aged 18 and over, whether you're coming with friends, as a couple or on your own.
It's also a great excuse to dress up for Halloween, without any of the scares!
Performance dates:
• Friday 30th October: Doors open at 7pm, with line dancing starting at 7.30pm.
• Sunday 1st November: Doors open at 1.30pm, with line dancing starting at 2pm.
Tickets cost £35 plus a £1.50 booking fee, with group rates available for bookings of 4+ and 9+.
Balham Newsie offer! Get 10% OFF using the code Newsie10 at checkout.
To book tickets, click HERE.
The Balham Boxing Club is hosting an 'Open Boxing Tournament' this Saturday, 31st October.
Doors open at 2:00pm and the boxing commences at 3pm.
The event will take place at the boxing club, which is located at 366 Cavendish Road (at the Tooting Triangle playground).
Tickets are £15 for adults and £8 for under 17s - paid in cash at the door.
The Balham Boxing Club is a community-focused boxing club that anyone from aged 5 to 75+ can go to and get/keep fit in a fun setting and learn a new skill, taught by very experienced trainers.
Congratulations to the Royal Trinity Hospice charity shop at 107 Balham High Road, which was recently named as one of the best charity shops in London by Conde Nast Traveller!
Fashion Editor Harriet Elton said this about the Balham shop:
"I have to admit a personal bias toward this branch: it's my local and I regularly donate pieces from my own wardrobe. Inside, everything is neatly organised by item type, sizing and colour palette, plus a dedicated rail for designer labels. A personal highlight is the accessories display, where I've even spotted rare pair Alexa Chung wedges up for grabs."
The staff would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who donates, shops and volunteers with them!
To read the full article, visit https://www.cntraveller.com/article/the-best-charity-shops-in-london
Congrats to Tooting-born singer-songwriter Raye, who last night won the 2026 Mercury Prize for her show-stopping second album This Music May Contain Hope.
It is the first time a pop album has won the prestigious prize (which recognises the best British or Irish album of the last year) - since 1994, when M People triumphed with Elegant Slumming.
Raye's album - a pop record steeped in vintage Hollywood glamour, beat the likes of Sir Paul McCartney, Olivia Dean and Jade to win the £25,000 prize.
You may remember that last March, Raye put a local street in the spotlight with her single Nightingale Lane – even inspiring a commemorative plaque outside the Nightingale Pub in Balham! The song tells the story of her greatest heartbreak, set on the South London street where her first love kissed her goodbye.
Photo credit: Getty Images
Tag Rugby is coming to Balham this winter! Try Tag Rugby has secured a new winter venue at Streatham & Clapham High School, with Tuesday and Thursday evening leagues launching this November!
Ahead of the season, Try Tag Rugby is offering free taster sessions on 12th and 17th November, giving anyone interested the opportunity to give the sport a try before signing up!
Following nearly ten years of efforts to secure floodlights at the school, approval has finally been granted, and Try Tag Rugby will be among the first to make use of them!
The mixed 6-a-side games will take place on the school's 2G astro pitch, with divisions catering for all abilities, from complete beginners to more experienced players.
The Thursday league starts on 19th November, followed by the Tuesday league on 24th November. Both will feature nine games, with an extended break over Christmas.
There are also plans for post-match socials at local pubs, making it a great opportunity to meet new people and get involved in a local sporting community.
For more information, visit their website HERE!
Sales Property Of The Week from Keating Estates, Balham: “A striking one double bedroom garden flat, set within an attractive Victorian conversion on sought-after Sandmere Road.
“This peaceful street sits within a popular low-traffic residential area, just a nine-minute walk from Clapham North Underground Station and Clapham High Street, and ten minutes from central Brixton, making it ideally placed for enjoying both vibrant neighbourhoods.
“Offering over 700 square feet of space, including the substantial cellar, the property provides an impressive sense of space for a one-bedroom home. Well-proportioned rooms and high ceilings enhance the airy feel, while attractive period features add charm throughout.”
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.
Following a recent upgrade to its Balham studio, FitnessWorks Balham is now looking for a Personal Trainer to join its growing team!
The private training studio offers a different approach to traditional commercial gyms, providing its coaches with a dedicated training space and clients, allowing them to focus on delivering personalised training programmes and helping people achieve their fitness goals.
Here's what FitnessWorks offers:
🌟 Highly rated personal training
FitnessWorks has a flawless Google rating, with its coaches also receiving scores of between 9.6 and 9.9 out of 10 in internal member surveys.
🏋️ Structured training programmes
The studio delivers periodised, structured training programmes, supported by an in-house registered nutritionist.
👏 Real results
Coaches work with clients through programmes including Project 90 and the 8-Week Challenge, focusing on body recomposition and strength building.
So, who are they looking for?
FitnessWorks is looking for a passionate and motivated Personal Trainer with a minimum of Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications, who takes a genuine interest in helping clients achieve their goals.
With the business continuing to grow, there will also be opportunities for the right individuals to progress into Senior and Head Coach roles as the studio expands.
Interested in joining the team? Send your CV and a brief introduction to will@yourfitnessworks.co.uk.
If you aren't a PT, but you’re reading this and want to train with coaches of this high standard, DM FitnessWorks Balham to book a consultation.
FitnessWorks Balham has two studios, one at 38 Balham Hill and one at 147 Balham Hill.
If your roof has been damaged by the strong winds affecting the area, local roofing firm Astute Roofing & Building are available for call-outs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
From missing tiles and roof leaks to full roof replacements, the family-run roofing company are here to help protect your home, with fantastic reviews on Google (5 Stars) and Checkatrade (9.86/10 rating).
✅ FREE roof inspections
✅ Storm damage and roof repairs
✅ Tile, slate, felt and lead work
✅ Fascias, soffits and guttering
✅ Insurance work welcome
✅ Free quotations
Founded in Balham, Astute are proud to serve local residents with reliable workmanship and a team of qualified roofing professionals.
To get in touch:
📞 07880 344 018
☎️ 01293 823 557
📧 info@astuteroofing.co.uk
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Considering dental implants, but not sure what to expect? 🦷 Dental implants are a long-lasting way to replace missing teeth – they look, feel and work like your natural teeth, so you can eat, speak and smile with confidence.
In this video, Dr Martin Wanendeya of Balham’s award-winning Ten Dental Facial explains what happens at an implant consultation – from talking through your concerns and goals, to assessing your oral health and treatment options.
Understanding the process is the first step towards restoring your smile.
To book a consultation and find out if dental implants are right for you, contact Ten Dental via:
📱 WhatsApp: 07907 366 397
📞 Call: 020 8675 1798
📧 Email: hello@tendental.com
📍 Or pop in and see them at 156 Balham High Road
You can also visit their website at tendental.com
If you’re looking to renovate or redecorate either the outside or inside of your property this autumn/winter, Balham-based construction business, Costa Construction now have availability for new jobs!
Costa (a Balham resident) & his team have been busy working on lots of local properties over the past few months – check out these great examples of their work!
Their team are now available to quote & book in new projects, large and small, for the rest of 2026 - and into 2027!
Costa tells us more:
“Whether you’re considering an external facelift, a loft conversion, extension, new kitchen or bathroom, complete refurbishment, or bespoke storage solutions for your home, our team of highly experienced and reliable builders, carpenters and decorators will help bring your vision to life and transform your living or working space.
“We work on all types of residential and commercial projects, large and small, interior and exterior, pay great attention to detail and can advise on all aspects of renovation and construction, including colours and materials.
“As well as a high-quality service, we focus on excellent customer service, ensuring that we finish each project on time and on budget.”
To get a free quote and find out more, email costamatraku@gmail.com, text / call 07340 042048 and see Costa Construction for more examples of their work!
You can also visit their website at costaconstruction.co.uk
Looking for an extra indulgent Advent Calendar this Christmas? Local luxury chocolate brand CassPea is bringing back its handcrafted chocolate Advent Calendar for 2026, with some new festive flavours and a special 20% OFF discount for Balham Newsie followers! (details below 👇)
Based at 104 Bedford Hill, CassPea was founded by Enrique, who has a passion for creating beautifully handcrafted chocolates. The local chocolatier offers more than 20 flavours, from silky caramels and nutty pralines to fruity and spiced creations, all handmade by its skilled team.
This year's Advent Calendar will feature 24 individually crafted chocolate bonbons, including three new Christmas flavours: peppermint, Earl Grey and crunchy berry, alongside other new flavours introduced in October.
The team is currently working on the calendar designs, with collections and deliveries due to begin during the week commencing 23rd November.
And there's a little treat for Newsie followers! CassPea is offering 20% OFF with the discount code NEWSIE26 at checkout.
Click and collect is available Monday to Friday, between 10am and 4pm, from CassPea's shop at 104 Bedford Hill, with same-day collection available for orders placed before 11.30am.
To explore the range or place an order, visit their website www.casspea.co.uk
All Aboard The Devonshire Express! 🚂 We love the new ‘sleeper train’ theme that the team at The Dev Balham have devised for their lovely beer garden - all freshened up and ready for Autumn / Winter season.
General Manager Katie tells us:
“We wanted to come up with something unique as you can see a ski lodge anywhere, but the cosiness of the colours we chose for our sleeper train theme - complete with snug cabins turned carriages and winter warmers, along with the stretch tent having gone up - gives you plenty of reasons to stay for another round - especially when there’s mulled wine, spiced Aperol Spritz, and new Winter cocktails being served!
“Pull in for First Class or last orders - your carriage awaits without the overnight fare – and no delays expected!”
📍39 Balham High Rd, London SW12 9AN
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Thank you to local community group Beautify Balham who have recently brightened up Balham Station with a new planter! 🌺🌸
In collaboration with the Southern Rail Community Partnership, they hope to add more in the coming weeks, so keep your eyes open for them!
Congrats to Rebecca Dartnall on winning the Friends of Tooting Common (FOTC) photo competition for the months of July to September, with this beautiful photo!
FOTC's David, who judged the competition, said of the photo, "It shows life going on at dusk and picks up three bands of vegetation as your eye is drawn up the picture to the wonderful coloured clouds with the very memorable bleached tree drawing your eye back to the left-hand corner."
FOTC are also running a photo competition for the months of October to December.
As usual, entry to the competition is free, and open to everyone. Photos can be of any aspect of Tooting Common, particularly one which brings out its distinctive character; and should be taken during the months concerned. It can include people, but for any close-up photos the permission of the people should be obtained. Any photos including children should be from a distance and not identify faces.
Please send photos by Thursday 31 December, to fotcinformation@gmail.com, and title the email 'FOTC photo competition'.
More info about FOTC via their website HERE.
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