Balham Newsie Weekly Newsletter
A Taylor Swift themed fundraiser, Summer Market this weekend, local OFFERS, new openings, Waitrose to get a makeover, and much more!
The viral Swiftie Liftie Club is heading to London for the very first time, taking over The Exhibit Balham for a one-night-only event on Thursday 2nd July — and it’s all in support of LGBT HERO, the UK’s national LGBTQ+ health and wellbeing charity.
Founded by US coach and Taylor Swift superfan Alexy Posner, Swiftie Liftie Club has become a sell-out hit across the States, turning workouts into high-energy celebrations soundtracked entirely by Taylor Swift’s biggest hits.
Expect:
✨ Exclusive 60-minute Swiftie Liftie workout classes at 5.30pm and 6.30pm
🎧 A Taylor Swift DJ set and dance party
💖 Friendship bracelet making and trading
🌈 A glitter bar and Swiftie-inspired surprises
🎁 Goodie bags for Class + Social ticket holders
👗 Era-inspired outfits and prizes for the best dressed
🥂 A post-workout social from 7.30pm
Fifty per cent of every £22 Class + Social ticket, and 100% of every £5 Social Only ticket, will be donated to LGBT Hero which supports more than 100,000 LGBTQ+ people every month through health information, advice, support services and advocacy.
For more info or to buy tickets, visit their website here.
The Woodfield Pavilion is holding its Summer Market this Sunday 21st June from 10am - 4pm!
All are welcome to this family-friendly event where there will be a mix of artists and artisan makers as well as refreshments on sale.
Free entry.
For a full list of stallholders, visit their website here.
HUGE SAMPLE SALE! Join nine fantastic brands for an amazing clearance event in SW London - with up to 75% off! It’s the perfect time to fill up that present drawer, blitz your birthday lists and do some self-gifting!
📆 Date: Wednesday 1st July 2026
🕣 Time: 9.00am - 3.00pm
📍 Where: The Red Setter, 32-38 Northcote Rd, SW11 1NZ
Bring friends, grab a coffee or stay for brunch/lunch and enjoy some seriously good shopping.
For more information, send an email to info@charlotteknapman.com
Waitrose Balham is set to undergo a multi-million pound refurbishment! Works begin on Sunday 5th July, with the grand reveal on Friday 11th September. The store will remain open throughout this period – and store manager Anthony Curran and his fantastic team will do their best to keep disruption to a minimum.
What's coming:
· Refreshed counters with a brand new look and feel
· New Fine & Rare wine area
· New style bakery
· New health and beauty department
· New service desk for quicker click & collect
· New horti fixtures
· Fresh new brand expression throughout the store
A few things to be aware of during the works:
· Counters will close from 5th July, reopening 25th August
· Reduced frozen assortment whilst works are completed
· Reduced hours from Monday 3rd – Wednesday 5th August: 8am-6pm
We'll keep you posted as the work gets underway from 5th July!
The whole Tube network is on track for mobile coverage by the end of the year as further sections go live.
There is already continuous coverage on the Northern Line between Kennington and Oval, and Stockwell to South Wimbledon, as well as from Highgate and Hampstead stations to Embankment station on the Charing Cross branch. On the Bank Branch, coverage is available between Kings Cross St Pancras and Bank.
In recent weeks, coverage has been introduced in the tunnelled sections on the Bakerloo line between Queen’s Park and Edgware Road, plus on the Metropolitan line between Euston Square and King’s Cross St Pancras as well as between Barbican and Moorgate.
The Circle and District lines have also gained coverage between Cannon Street and Monument, Sloane Square and Victoria, and Bayswater and Paddington.
The expanding coverage will also host the new Emergency Services Network (ESN) - which, when fully operational, will be able to give first responders immediate access to life-saving data, images and information in live situations and emergencies on the frontline.
As well as tunnelled sections, busy stations including Vauxhall, Temple, Nine Elms and Gloucester Road have all now gone live. Mobile coverage has also begun to be introduced at major stations like King's Cross St Pancras, Victoria and Paddington, which will go live in phases due to their size and complexity, focusing initially on ticket halls and platforms.
Tooting Bec resident Alex has once again taken on the challenge of finding a beer for every country in the World Cup, that he'll drink when the country gets eliminated – leaving the winners' beer to round everything off!
With the tournament expanded to 48 teams for the first time, this has been a real undertaking ahead of the tournament kicking off. Seen outside Tooting Bec Tube Station with his England and Croatia beers to symbolise England's first game, Alex is World Cup ready!
He tells us, "This is definitely my toughest tournament challenge to date – it makes the 16 team Women's Euros in 2025, the 24 team Men's Euros in 2024 and the 32 team Men's World Cup in 2022 look easy!
"The number of favours I've had to call in for this World Cup though is incredible – from my Aunt & Uncle bringing me beers over from Sydney, to a friend's mum on holiday in Curacao, to me paying for a mate's check-in luggage to bring me back a Paraguayan beer.
"Let's hope it's more a repeat of Women's Euro 2025 when I got to drink my England beer last, than the last two Men's Euros when we lost in the final!"
Alex will be documenting his World Cup journey at @alex_stevens_beer alongside polls for every single game that you can get involved with.
Award-winning Indian Room have got a fantastic takeaway / delivery offer running throughout the World Cup for those that want to watch the matches at home with delicious Indian food!
GET 10% OFF + another £9 OFF your order + FREE poppadoms + FREE local delivery, when you order direct via their website at indianroom.co.uk. Simply use code: WC2026 at the checkout! Minimum spend £25.
Located at 59 Bedford Hill, family-run Indian Room offers a menu packed full of delicious starters, main dishes & sides.
The restaurant prides itself on making their cuisine as healthy as possible, without compromising on taste. All dishes are prepared without using ghee and therefore, relatively low fat. They don’t use any artificial colourings, all meat is British bred from a farm down in Devonshire and only the freshest, seasonal vegetables are used in their cooking.
Most vegetarian dishes can be made vegan on request and they cater for special dietary requirements.
To order online (or book a table), visit their website at indianroom.co.uk
They’re open for delivery every day right up until 11pm – and until 11.45pm during the late-night England games!
It’s Father’s Day this Sunday 21st June, and Balham’s Chadwick's Butchers have a special offer, with beed topside just £19.99/kilo – perfect to treat Dad to a Sunday roast! There’s Cote de Bouef and Tomahawk steaks available too!
You’ll find the family-run Chadwick’s organic butchers located at 109 Balham High Road, open 9am-5.30pm, Monday to Saturday. You can also call them on 0208 772 1895.
A fantastic new summer teeth whitening offer is now available at Balham dentist Ten Dental Facial! Their 'Summer Smile Sparkle' campaign is perfect for those looking for a brighter, whiter smile this summer!
For just £400, you'll receive £710 worth of treatment:
- Black Diamond Whitening (usually £500) – with a guaranteed B1 shade result, the whitest natural shade!
- FREE Hygiene with Airflow (worth £150)
- FREE Cosmetic Consultation (worth £60)
That's a saving of £310 – and you can even spread the cost with Klarna!
Ten Dental Facial is an award-winning practice on Balham High Road, with expert clinicians dedicated to helping you achieve the smile you've always wanted – safely and professionally.
Spaces are limited and the offer runs until 21st July 2026 – so don't miss out!
To find out more or book your appointment, WhatsApp 07308716397, call 020 8672 7766, email hello@tendental.com or pop in!
You'll find Ten Dental at 156 Balham High Road, open Monday-Saturday (including up to 8pm, Monday to Thursday). They also have a branch in Clapham Common!
Visit tendental.com for more info.
Sales Property Of The Week from Keating Estates Balham: “A charming four double bedroom Victorian house – perfect to stamp your own mark on – located on the sought-after Ferndale Road (ow a low traffic street no longer used as a cut-through), ideally positioned between the vast array of amenities on offer in both Clapham and Brixton.
“Packed full of character and generous proportions throughout (and complete with a sunny South-facing garden), this lovely property will make a fantastic family home.”
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.
Looking for commercial space in Balham? Zennor Trade Park on Weir Road has just released a number of newly-refurbished units, perfect for growing local businesses in all sorts of different sectors!
The estate provides various light industrial warehouse and trade counter units of north-lit steel truss frame construction with brick and blockwork elevations – well-suited to retail, light industrial, and warehouse occupiers alike.
Key highlights of the units available:
· Prime Location / Great connectivity
· Newly Refurbished
· 2.75m to underside of Truss - 4.75m at apex
· Electric Roller Shutters
· LED lighting
· Excellent natural light
· 24/7 Access
· 3 Phase Power Supply
Located just 8 minutes’ walk from Balham Station, the trade park offers 24-hour access, onsite CCTV, car parking, and all the essentials (capped gas supply, WCs, EPC B rating).
For more information, please contact either:
📧 will.sandbach@levyrealestate.co.uk / 07399 623 192
📧 andrew.hughes@levyrealestate.co.uk / 07747 626 657
📧 henry.newland@levyrealestate.co.uk / 07443 530 151
You can find out more about Zennor Trade Park in Balham on their website at zennortradeparkbalham.com
Zennor Trade Park is located on Weir Road, Balham, SW12 0PS.
Looking for somewhere special to host a childrens’ birthday party? The beautiful 29-seater private cinema at Audley Nightingale Place by Clapham South tube is available for hire!
Perfect for screening all the most popular children’s movies with friends and family, the plush cinema offers a cosy, magical setting for fun-filled gatherings. You can even order food and drinks from No3 bistro upstairs to complete the experience!
The cinema is located within Audley Nightingale Place, Nightingale Lane, SW4 9AH – right by Clapham South tube.
To find out more about private hire and availability, call 0203 510 4807 or email info@no3clapham.co.uk
Balham POP-UP! Goldthread Domas, a vintage lifestyle brand based in SW London, curated by like-minded friends with a passion for sustainability and all things VINTAGE is coming to Balham! Co-founder Tasmin tells us more:
"With more than a decade of experience in the fashion industry, we became increasingly disillusioned with the cycle of fast fashion, its impact on both people and the planet. We created Goldthread Domas to offer a more conscious alternative, carefully curating timeless vintage pieces that celebrate quality, craftsmanship and personal style.
"Our collection extends beyond clothing. We also handpick a selection of vintage mid-century homeware and carefully selected vinyl records. We bring together the very best of design, culture and craftsmanship from decades gone by.
"At Goldthread's we are more than a brand. We are a community! Connecting people through fashion, music and art. Throughout the season, expect a programme of intimate gatherings, creative collaboration and community-led events designed to connect all people."
Goldthread Domas will be open every Wednesday - Friday from 12pm - 6pm and Saturday and Sunday from 11am - 6pm until August.
They are located at 11 Fernlea Road, SW12 9RT
For more info, visit Goldthread Domas
Local resident and former Team GB boxer Chris Burke has launched a personal training business, helping people achieve their fitness goals through tailored coaching. Christ tells us more:
"I am a qualified PT and because I’ve been involved in fitness and boxing for over 16+ years, I want to use my knowledge and experience to train people that want to get fit and improve their physical and mental health.
"My sessions aim to get people fit, lose weight and achieve their fitness goals. My training programmes cover boxing fitness, strength and conditioning, weight loss, muscle building and sports performance, with sessions suitable for everyone from complete beginners to experienced athletes.
"I offer training Balham Boxing Club and on Tooting Bec Common."
For more info, send Chris an email at cbourkeboxing@gmail.com or DM him at @c.bourkey
Good luck to local resident George Sadler who will be attempting to play darts for 24 hours straight in memory of his friend who passed away in 2024 at the age of 28 from a brain tumour, with funds raised donated to @thebraintumourcharity. George tells us more:
“My mate Jack and I are doing this in memory of our friend George, who passed away at just 28 years old following a brain tumour diagnosis, after almost three years of intensive NHS care and private experimental treatment. We miss him.
“Brain tumours are the biggest cancer killer of children and adults under 40 in the UK. A cure came too late for George. But by raising awareness and funds, we hope to help drive better treatments, better support, and ultimately better outcomes for those affected by brain tumours.
“Backed by a highly qualified support team and various medical experts, my mate Jack and I are currently in the middle of a brutal training regime to prepare for the marathon. This includes forensic analysis of the Premier League Darts, frequent visits to the pub, and acquiring a family pack of Monster.
“We’ll be live-streaming the event throughout the day and night, featuring special guests, forfeits, and World Cup watch-alongs.”
If you’d like to donate to their cause, visit their JustGiving page here.
New volunteers welcome! Local community group Friends of Wandsworth Common regularly hold litter picks reaching all the far flung corners of Wandsworth Common!
They offer a number of volunteering opportunities including at their regular litter pick on Mondays at 10am.
All ages welcome!
If you are interested in helping to keep Wandsworth Common clean, please email litterati@wandsworthcommon.org
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