Community & Events
We want people to be inspired by the Alton and for the Alton to be inspired by people. Community will feature strongly in the transformation of the Alton.
Free Messy Play & Crafting
There are some new messy play and crafting sessions organised for Friday afternoons from 16th January to 20th March 2026.
Our popular sessions all take place at St Joseph's Church, Roehampton and are suitable for children aged from 0 to 5 years (SEND kids up to 8 years).
All places must be booked in advance for sessions that take place every Friday afternoon from 3.30pm until 5pm. The sessions start from Friday 16th January.
Please contact Orleen to make your booking.
Art Workshops for Wellbeing
Art & Soul will be leading a new series of art-for-wellbeing sessions at Alton Arts Hub on Portswood Place in January and February.
Sessions will take place on Tuesdays from 11am until 1pm to coincide with Chantelle's Community Kitchen, which is also in Portswood Place, Roehampton.
Tea and coffee will be available from 11am, with activities starting at 11.30am. Join the sessions on the following dates:
- Tuesday 27th January
- Tuesday 3rd February
- Tuesday 10th February
- Tuesday 17th February
- Tuesday 24th February
Booking for these sessions is recommended, but drop-ins are also welcome. To reserve your place, please email Art & Soul.
Library Legends
Come along to our Library Legends community art event and become your favourite book character!
Help us to create a new art work for the Danebury Avenue Hoarding. Draw your favourite character and we will add your face to it.
The event is supported by local artist, Katie, and will take place in Roehampton Library on Danebury Avenue, on Wednesday 18 February, from 2pm-4pm. It is open to participants of all ages and fancy dress is encouraged.
Your face. Your character. Your masterpiece.
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The Holly Lodge Centre Alton Family Fun Day
This family fun day, at the Holly Lodge Centre in the heart of Richmond Park, is open to all residents of the Alton Estate. It will take place on Thursday 19th February and attendees will be picked up at 10am and 10.30am and dropped off at 12.30pm and 1pm.
Join us for a magical celebration as we honour the ancient tradition of Wassailing the Trees — waking the orchard spirits and wishing for a bountiful harvest!
Expect music, dancing, storytelling, and creative crafts for all ages. Warm up with delicious hot drinks and apple cake, and join in the fun as we sing, make noise, and spread cheer through the Nature Trail and Orchard.
For more details, please contact Jo Baxter.
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.
Enjoy free refreshments and arts and crafts. Children are welcome.
Join us every Wednesday from 10.30am - 12.30pm in the Alton Arts Hub, 6 Portswood Place SW15 4ED.
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