FREE MESSY PLAY SESSIONS

You are invited to register for free messy play sessions at St Joseph's Church, Roehampton. The sessions are suitable for children aged 0-5 years (SEND kids up to 8 years).

Booking for these sessions is essential. Please email Orleen.

Sessions all take place from 10am-11.30am, at St Joseph's Church on the following dates:

• Saturday 7th June 2025
• Saturday 21st June 2025
• Saturday 5th July 2025
• Saturday 26th July 2025
• Saturday 2nd August 2025

A canvas for collective voices

Join us to design and create a Community Mural. Your chance to paint your mark in your community!

What kind of murals would you like to see in Roehampton? Join us for a creative afternoon at a free drop-in workshop and have your say!

Location: Roehampton Library

Date: Tuesday 5th August

Time: 2pm - 5pm

Later in August (details to be announced soon) we will be organising a series of mural painting workshops where you will be invited to help bring the mural to life with brushes and colour!

Big Butterfly Count!

Help us monitor local butterfly populations by joining the nationwide Big Butterfly Count on Wednesday 6th and Thursday 7th August 2025.

Working with Community Bluescapes, we will be counting butterflies in Richmond Park. Come and meet us outside the Arts Hub in Portswood Place at 11am - 12.30pm.  

Thank you for the music!

You are invited to an Abba-themed party for the over 60s on Friday 8th August 2025, where you will join Rah Rah Theatre for an interactive music and comedy show. After the show, DJ Decades will be playing all your favourite summer tunes.

The party will take place between 4pm and 8pm in the Minstead Clubroom on Minstead Gardens SW15 4DU.

Free hot dogs and nibbles will be provided but please bring your own drinks.

For more information, email Jo Baxter or call Shar on 07970 406296.

RUN WALK SCOOT

The 2025 "Run, Walk, Scoot" event is particularly special because its the 5th anniversary of this popular event. It will take place on Thursday 14th August. You can start anytime from 2pm, as long as you finish by 4pm.

Participants are asked to visit five different locations this year:

• The Focus Hall on Minstead Gardens
• Portswood Space in Portswood Place
• Alton Activity Centre on Harbridge Avenue
• Gerard House on Fontley Way
• The Rainbow Steps at the top of Danebury Avenue

Those taking part are invited to start wherever they like, pick up a stamp at each of the venues listed above, and finish at the Rainbow Steps on Danebury Avenue.  

Routes are not marshalled and entrants are responsible for their own safety. 

ALL entrants finish at the Rainbow Steps on Danebury Avenue.

Rockin' in the Rookery

Come and join us on Downshire Field (Bull Green) on Saturday 16th August 2025 for this spectacular summer party.

This free event will take place from 2-5pm and feature:

• Choice FM
• Stalls
• Bouncy castle
• Rodeo Bull
• Games
• BBQ
• Face painting and lots more...

Alton residents invited to get moving from Couch to 5K

Residents of the Alton Estate in Roehampton are being encouraged to take their first steps towards fitness by joining the NHS Couch to 5K initiative.

This free and accessible programme is designed to help beginners gradually build up their running ability, making it a great way to improve health and wellbeing.

Natalie, Roehampton Community Hub Manager at the Roehampton Family Hub, said: "I’m excited to join the Couch to 5K in the Alton, Roehampton - it's a great way to get moving and connect with others. It’s all about progress, not perfection, and I’d love to see my neighbours giving it a go."

Taking part is easy – simply download the Couch to 5K app and let us know you’re getting involved by calling 07903 927479 or emailing [email protected]. Participants who sign up will receive additional support to stay motivated and on track throughout their journey.

Judi Gasser, Cabinet Member for Environment, added: “This is a fantastic opportunity for Alton Estate residents to get active in a fun and supportive way with others in their community.

“Whether you're a beginner or simply looking to improve your fitness, Couch to 5K is a great way to build confidence and enjoy the benefits of regular exercise. We hope as many people as possible take part and reap the rewards of moving more.”

This initiative is part of Wandsworth Moves Together, the council’s leisure strategy, which is committed to creating estate-based physical activity programmes that deliver affordable and accessible opportunities for residents. The Alton Estate pilot is the first of many initiatives aimed at making it easier for people to lead active and healthy lives.

For more information on how Wandsworth is helping residents get active, read the Wandsworth Moves Together strategy.

DONS FIT - WOMEN-ONLY

The Alton Regeneration team is excited to share the new times and dates for the free female fitness programme run by AFC Wimbledon Foundation.

Sessions take place on:

Mondays (from Monday 2nd September 2024) in the Roehampton Sport and Fitness Centre, Laverstoke Gardens SW15 4JB at the new time of 11am-12pm. 

Tuesdays, from 11am-12pm in the Davies Sports Hall at the University of Roehampton, Laurence Court Froebel Court SW15 5PJ (from Tuesday 3rd September 2024).

In addition to the regular fitness classes, the Dons Fit for Women sessions will feature a variety of workshops and events, including yoga and selfcare workshops, as well as a female-centered self-defence class. This term, AFC Wimbledon Foundation is also offering Dons Fit participants free match day tickets to the AFC Wimbledon Women’s team games, with the chance to be hosted in a VIP box at Plough Lane Stadium!

For further information, you can email [email protected] or you can scan the QR code on the poster.

Chantelle's Community Kitchen

As featured on BBC London News, Chantelle's Community Kitchen offers pre-packed nutritious homemade meals every Tuesday between 11am and 1pm.

Come along to Portswood Space (4 Portswood Place SW15 4ED) for a free homemade meal to eat in or takeaway. Donations will be much appreciated if you feel able.

Chantelle’s Community Kitchen always welcomes new volunteers, with or without cooking experience. There are a variety of roles to fill in the friendly kitchen on Mondays and Tuesdays.

You can follow us on Twitter @CCK_Roehampton, or contact us by email

BRUNCH CAFE

A new brunch cafe is brought to you by Chantelle's Community Kitchen. Join us at Portswood Space every Friday between 11am and 1pm for a free* light lunch.

* The light lunch is free but donations are appreciated if you feel able 

WEEKLY WOMEN'S COFFEE MORNING

SW15 Women's Network invites you to a free weekly women's coffee morning.

Our coffee mornings provide you with an opportunity to take a break, meet new friends and find out what's going on in your local community. Up-to-date information on activities and services for women and families is provided. 

Join us every Wednesday from 10.30am - 12.30pm in the Alton Activity Centre on the corner of Ellisfield Drive/Harbridge Avenue SW15 4EZ.