Balham and surrounding areas Area Guide
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"The original pitch of the Oval cricket ground was 10,000 squares of turf from Tooting Common."
A great mix of independent and high street stores gives Balham a real community feel that always impresses my clients.
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Chris Campbell
Northcote Road, Battersea is a fantastic place to grab a bite to eat, pick up fresh groceries or go for a drink after work.
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William Campbell
Home to arguably the most vibrant food scene in London...plenty to offer for those on a budget too!
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Chris Campbell
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Jennifer Owens
One of the finest vocalists you will hear today; her timeless style, and emotive delivery have gained her an impressive audience of over one million between her social media platforms. Born to humble beginnings in Basildon, Essex, and proud of her heritage, she began performing from a young age in pubs and clubs in the area with her family of singers; she has spent her life honing her craft. Influences including Karen Carpenter, Celine Dion, Whitney Houston and Barbra Streisand have played their part in creating a voice that connects with all generations, and transcends time and genres. As well as being known for reimagining others' material, she is also an incredible songwriter, and regularly receives messages describing how songs of hers including 'Sooner or Later' and ‘Fly’ have helped people navigate their way out of bleak and desperate times and situations. Jennifer has received high praise from the likes of Lewis Capaldi who commented 'You are fcking amazing!', Take That who thanked her for an 'incredible performance', and the likes of The Script, Robbie Williams, James Bay, James Arthur, Lauren Spencer-Smith and Ann Wilson from Heart. Millions of people all over the world now view and stream Jennifer's releases and content every month, which she dedicates her time to recording and creating, as well as live shows.Read more
Jazz at the Wheatsheaf - Tooting Jazz Christmas Cracker!
Join pianist Paul Edis and mystery guests for an evening of festive Jazz at the Wheatsheaf, Tooting Bec! The Wheatsheaf, Tooting Bec (opposite Tooting Bec Tube) Tuesday Dec 23rd, music from 8pm (doors at 7:30pm)Read more
No Frills Folk Club
Proper, round the table folk music. All musicians and all styles welcome. Irish, Welsh, English and Scottish, American old time, bluegrass and western swing, French, Yiddish, East European, Scandinavian, Greek, Turkish, Balkan and more. All abilities tolerated. Swap tunes and songs, meet people and learn stuff. Or, do what most people do and just get a pint and enjoy the music. Presented by Windmill Brixton. This is an 18+ eventRead more
Come & Sing Vivaldi's Gloria
- 13:30 - Registration - 14:00-16:00 - Come & Sing workshop - 16:30-17:00 - Informal performance, at which friends and family are welcome) Join Streatham Choral members for an afternoon of music-making! We will spend the afternoon mastering Vivaldi's joyful and uplifting Gloria, with invaluable input from our Musical Director, Calum Fraser, and our vocal coach for the day, Soprano, Mary Fraser. An informal performance will follow, to which you can invite friends and family for no charge. Tickets are £15, and music will be provided subject to a cash deposit of £5.Read more
Divina De Campo - Back on the Road
Drag Race UK star and powerhouse vocalist Divina De Campo joins Ric 'the Piano Guy' Neale for an evening of soaring songs, signature humour, and sparkling cabaret. With effortless vocals, playful chemistry, and a show never the same twice, it's unplanned, unpredictable, and utterly unforgettable.Read more
Merry Opera comes to the Clapham Grand! - Mozart's Cos fan tutte
Playful deception meets its match in Mozarts sparkling comic operaCos fan tutte,reminding us that love is rarely as simpleor as certainas wed like to believe. Two young officers make a reckless wager. Can their fiances remain faithful when temptation comes knocking? With a mischievous plot hatched by a worldly friend, disguises, mistaken identities, and romantic entanglements spiral into a deliciously absurd tangle. Set to some of Mozarts most radiant and intricate music and sung in English to a translation by Amanda Holden, Cos fan tutte blends razor-sharp wit with moments of truth and reflection in this vibrant production that proves Mozart knew the human heart all too well. !Read more
All white party
Join us for an unforgettable All White Birthday Bash, where elegance meets excitement! This vibrant celebration will be set against a luxurious backdrop, as guests dress in their finest white attire. Dance the night away on a lively dance floor, grooving to pulsating house music, energetic amapiano beats, and the infectious rhythms of bashment. With colorful lights illuminating the space and an atmosphere filled with joy and celebration, this event promises to be a stunning affair. Don't miss out on a night of fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories!Read more
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