From a £100k heist in Battersea to hospital blunders in Tooting and London's most dangerous bike lane, SW London's got drama - and a fresh community café to balance it out. Here’s SWhat’s happening…

🇬🇧 SW News

Hospital Blunders at St George’s

A 67‑year‑old man died at St George’s Hospital, Tooting, after undergoing a kidney transplant despite being judged unfit. An inquest cited serious failures: poor pre‑surgery assessment and neglectful post‑op care left him vulnerable to fatal complications. Source

Billionaire Mugged for Watch

Malaysian tycoon Vinod Sekhar was attacked in Battersea by two men on Lime bikes who snatched his £100,000 Richard Mille watch. He was left bruised, while his wife bravely swung bags to fend off the robbers. Source

Myatts Field Café Plan Rebooted ☕

Age UK pulled out of a 10‑year lease for the Myatts Field North Community Centre café. Lambeth Council has now offered the space to Home Grown Brixton, who’ll run it with a new 10‑year deal full of community events, training and a six‑month rent‑free start. Source

Chase Ends in Clapham‑Brixton Collision 🚨

A high‑speed police pursuit followed a reported armed robbery on Clapham High Street. The suspect bailed on Bellefields Road, SW9, and was arrested. Meanwhile, a responding police car crashed with a civilian vehicle at Brixton Road/Ingleton Street junction, injuring officers and a bystander. Source

South London’s CS7 Named Most Dangerous 🚴

The CS7 cycle superhighway on Upper Tooting Road has been rated London’s most dangerous cycling route for the third year in a row, with high crash-risk junctions flagged by the London Cycling Campaign. Source

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🎉 Upcoming Events

nothing,nowhere. - Emo‑Rap Razor

This US artist fuses emo rock, raw hip‑hop and confessional lyricism to create searing, cathartic live sets that blur genre lines. Source

Pablopablo - Latin‑Inflected Indie Pop

London/Madrid‑based and Latin Grammy‑winning, this songwriter/producer crafts elegant blends of indie pop, R&B and Latin influences with deeply emotional hooks. Source

Alt‑R&B Nights / Showdown Bills

Expect nights where neo‑soul, R&B and Afrobeat collide - selectors pulling from soulful grooves and club rhythms to keep the dance‑floor warm and vibrant. Source

Radio‑Wave Soundstorm

Radio Waves, Goodbye Star City and Skinship join forces to deliver a raw, guitar‑driven set layered with indie‑rock energy and atmospheric intensity - a heartfelt, powerful mix of alt‑rock and emotive songwriting. Source

Neo‑Soul Cocktail Vibes

The ‘6 Cocktails’ live session features a silky‑smooth neo‑soul collective blending sultry vocals and mellow groove for a laid‑back, soulful performance. Source

Brixton Music Walking Tour 🎶

Discover Brixton’s rich history, street art and cultural vibes on this audio-guided walk. Explore how the neighbourhood shaped iconic music sub-genres, with geo-mapped visuals and an immersive soundtrack for a fun, fact-packed musical adventure. Source

The Colour of Oil - Emotional Drama

A new play set in a run‑down London pub, following a woman who must face buried trauma, generational abuse and the power of taking control. It’s intimate, powerful and about breaking cycles. Source

✨ Hidden Gems

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Amigos Mediterranean Restaurant

Amigos Mediterranean Restaurant in Southwark serves fresh, hearty Mediterranean dishes from tapas to grilled meats and seafood. Casual and welcoming, it’s perfect for groups or a relaxed dinner, with vibrant flavours and generous portions that feel homely and satisfying.

Taste Kurdish Food

Taste Kurdish Food in Wimbledon offers authentic Kurdish cuisine with rich stews, grilled meats and vegetarian options. Friendly service and a cosy, unpretentious setting make it ideal for sampling bold, homely flavours from Kurdish kitchens in SW London.

GAZETTE TRINITY

GAZETTE TRINITY in Wandsworth delivers modern British fare with seasonal ingredients in a stylish, relaxed space. From brunch to dinner, the menu balances contemporary dishes with classic comfort, making it a go-to spot for casual yet refined neighbourhood dining.