Was it the same everywhere? Earlier this month, round here, it felt like all of the trees came out in blossom at the same time. I wrote this post back in March about doing a London based [...]
Author Archives: Shapa Begum
About Shapa Begum
Born and raised in East Dulwich, I've been the Editor of Dulwich OnView since 2010. I'm also part of the Communications team at Dulwich Picture Gallery. I love what I do here at Dulwich OnView, I'm absolutely passionate about south London and reaching out to local communities. When not working, I love to read (reading 'The Hobbit' at the moment), visit museums and hole up in a café somewhere. I am currently working on a new article series for DOV - Hotdesking in south London! (coming soon).
Fresh Meat’ star, a big hit at JAGS
On Thursday 16th May, there was great excitement at James Allen’s Girls’ School when former pupil turned actress & musician, Charlotte Ritchie, visited her old school to sign the first brick for a Wall of Fame [...]
The Ivy House pub in Nunhead – saved by the local community
Last year the Ivy House in Nunhead, south-east London, was destined to be turned into flats. Now, thanks to the efforts of a group of local residents, it is on the way to being re-opened as London’s first [...]
Naked People Are Protesting In Peckham
Last month, these people (below) protested at Southwark Council HQ, with no clothes on, wearing signs that said “HANDS OFF PECKHAM”. Why? No it’s not a worthless art project (once saw a girl smear eggs [...]
Chelsea Fringe is coming to Rosendale Allotments
Most of the year Rosendale Allotments are secreted behind the terraces of Rosendale and Lovelace Road, but on 18th and the 25th of May from 12.00-6.00pm the gates will be open to visitors in association with the [...]
A Fruity Month for Forest Hill!
Forest Hill is going back to its roots next month, to be transformed into an urban orchard. Forty-seven shops and businesses in Forest Hill and Honor Oak Park will join forces to create an avenue [...]
Tea journey at the Horniman Museum
Last Tuesday I attended a talk about the tea journey along the Silk Road at the Horniman Museum. The talk was by Helen Saberi, author of Tea: A Global History. As an avid tea lover, it [...]
Healthy eating during pregnancy – we still have spaces in East Dulwich
Are you expecting a baby, and concerned about the health of you and your child? The Mini Cooking Club is here to help. Pregnancy is both an exciting and stressful time, during which hormones can [...]
