St John’s Woodland Update – July 2026

St John’s Woodland Update – July 2026

Earlier this year we asked the St Johns community what you want to happen to the neglected patch of land next to St Johns Station? We’ve had a really big (for our community) response – Over 113 of you took the time to share your views, and the message came...
Readers with Rachel Blackmore

Readers with Rachel Blackmore

By Jane Francis  On Monday 8th June the local St John’s book group, “Readers” were treated to a fascinating and truly energizing evening with local author, Rachel Blackmore (of Albyn road).  Rachel shared the inspiration for her debut...
St John’s Society Q2 2026 Meeting Minutes

St John’s Society Q2 2026 Meeting Minutes

The St John’s Society and Friends of Friendly Gardens second quarterly meeting of 2026 was held on Wednesday 13th May in The Brookmill.  Minutes can be read and downloaded using the link below. St John’s Society and Friendly Gardens Q2 2026 Minutes...
How do you solve a problem like the Lucas Street dump?

How do you solve a problem like the Lucas Street dump?

by Jo Hemmings I don’t know the answer to this question yet, but we’re trying to find out. I’ve lived on Lucas street for 15 years and it’s a wonderful place to be. But there’s one thing that really gets me down. For over a decade, there’s been a spot near Lewisham...
St Johns Station Woodland Survey

St Johns Station Woodland Survey

Regular users of St John’s Station may have noticed the overgrown patch of land tucked between Cliff Terrace and the station. Others might walk past it every day without realising it is there. Either way, it is a space that has gradually slipped into neglect. The...