The St John’s Society has been part of our community since 1998. Over that time, St John’s has changed, the Society has changed, and the way people want to get involved in their local community has changed too. For that reason, we have undertaken a substantial review...
Since our last update, there’s been real movement on the Friendly Gardens project — new funding has been confirmed, scope has been locked in with the council, and the first piece of on-the-ground work is about to begin. Here’s everything that’s...
A brief update on the remaining memorial apple tree on the St John’s Vale, SE8 roundabout. Due to the tree’s current condition and the very limited space in which it is growing, it will be removed as part of the forthcoming SuDS works, but the memorial...
I’m sure you’ve walked past St John’s Garden lately and thought, “oh dear, that garden needs some love.” The tough weather these past months has also taken its toll and the garden is now looking tired. The good news is that we’ve spent the past year working with...
Update as of 28 July 2026 · based on the latest project timeline circulated by Lewisham Council July 2026 Friendly Gardens Plan of Action & Progress Update – document download here. Phasing Update Continuing the improvement plan initiated in July 2024,...
