Beckenham and surrounding areas Area Guide
A locals' guide to Beckenham and surrounding areas
Where do Beckenham and surrounding areas locals go?
Deli Nene
If you're looking for a tasty white hot chocolate whilst you get lost in a good book, a £5 English breakfast to cure your ills from the night before, a place to take the kids whilst you catch up with friends and loved ones, or a great daytime into nighttime date location, then Deli Nene is the place to go.Read more
Shelverdine Goathouse
A charming and homely pub with a good vibe. There are different bar areas each with its own character. Good selection of keg and cask ales and a open kitchen serving good, reasonably priced food. The staff are very friendly and the service good. It has a quiz night on Mondays, compered by a charming and entertaining quiz master.Read more
Did you know?
"Built in 1928 and now Grade II listed, the "Chinese Garage" in Beckenham was originally a petrol station and is an unusual landmark owing to its Japanese pagoda design."
Beckenham has many handsome period homes that are perfect for families
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Crease Park is a fantastic local, green open space in Beckenham...
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There are some great new developments springing up in Beckenham
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What locals say about Beckenham and surrounding areas
“If you stop a stranger on the street to ask them something, like directions for example, it's like talking to a friend- people are so friendly and there is a real community feel!”
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Activities near Beckenham and surrounding areas
Bymt Festival Of Bands
Featuring performance from Elementary Band, Junior Band, Sparke Band & Bromley Youth Concert Band
Mother Goose in Nursery Rhyme Land
Mother Goose is in a flap! An ice cold witch has set her sights on the golden egg and a cunning tyrant with his hapless goons is holding Nursery Rhyme Land to ransom as he wants Mary, Mary Quite Contrary for his bride. Will he have his wicked way or will Fairy Snow work her magic on Marys sweetheart, tiny Tom Thumb, and grow him to a size befitting of matrimony! Poor or some would say lucky! Old King Cole is being pursued by our panto dame, Betty Botter, but will he succumb to her outrageous antics or fall for Old Mother Hubbard? Jack & Jill, Humpty Dumpty and many more nursery rhyme characters join forces to save the day and bring you a brand new, traditional family pantomime filled with song, dance, gags and buckets of fun! This is a show for everyone! Join in the fun! Boo and cheer! Tap and clap along to the live band and kick off 2026 with a big dose of laughter!Read more
Saturday Comedy With Laura Quinn Goh & Friends
Wild and authentic LAURA QUINN GOH headlines tonight's show plus 5 hand-picked comedians to warm up your January. Tickets can be reserved online for £12 (plus ticket agent fee) until 7pm on the day of the show. Door price tickets are £15. PLEASE NOTE: We are an intimate boutique comedy theatre bar, so TICKET HOLDERS MUST ARRIVE BEFORE 7.45 in order to get your drinks and be seated for the smooth running of the show and everyone's enjoyment. Anyone arriving after 8pm will interrupt the show and may be turned away. SEATING IS FIRST-COME FIRST-SERVED, so early arrival is recommended. PARTIES OF 3 OR MORE are strongly advised to arrive at 7pm so that you may be seated together. Fresh hot popcorn, sweets and snacks are available at the bar. We do not accept cash at the bar or box office, CARD PAYMENTS ONLY. Line-ups are subject to change. We are a woman-owned, gay-friendly, trans-inclusive venue where everyone is welcome. Our comedians are carefully curated to reflect our inclusive principles, and we ask that guests respect the comedians by not interrupting the performances. Hecklers will be removed with no refunds offered. Filming during the show is not permitted. We have installed a state-of-the-art ventilation system which delivers 500 litres of fresh air per second, making us one of the best ventilated small venues in the country. We do ask that if you are feeling unwell or test positive for Covid, please stay at home and we will be happy to reschedule your visit up to 3pm on the day of the show.Read more
Friday Comedy With Barnaby Slater & Friends
Delightfully deadpan BARNABY SLATER headlines tonight's show plus 5 comedians carefully chosen for maximum laughs. Tickets can be reserved online for £12 (plus ticket agent fee) until 7pm on the day of the show. Door price tickets are £15. PLEASE NOTE: We are an intimate boutique comedy theatre bar, so TICKET HOLDERS MUST ARRIVE BEFORE 7.45 in order to get your drinks and be seated for the smooth running of the show and everyone's enjoyment. Anyone arriving after 8pm will interrupt the show and may be turned away. SEATING IS FIRST-COME FIRST-SERVED, so early arrival is recommended. PARTIES OF 3 OR MORE are strongly advised to arrive at 7pm so that you may be seated together. Fresh hot popcorn, sweets and snacks are available at the bar. We do not accept cash at the bar or box office, CARD PAYMENTS ONLY. Line-ups are subject to change. We are a woman-owned, gay-friendly, trans-inclusive venue where everyone is welcome. Our comedians are carefully curated to reflect our inclusive principles, and we ask that guests respect the comedians by not interrupting the performances. Hecklers will be removed with no refunds offered. Filming during the show is not permitted. We have installed a state-of-the-art ventilation system which delivers 500 litres of fresh air per second, making us one of the best ventilated small venues in the country. We do ask that if you are feeling unwell or test positive for Covid, please stay at home and we will be happy to reschedule your visit up to 3pm on the day of the show.Read more
Open Morning Autumn 2025 for Admission
Welcome to our Open Season 2025. Please arrive promptly via our Crown Dale main entrance for 9:15am. Co Headteachers address will be in the theatre at 10am. Finish 10:30am.Read more
Division Sounds Christmas Soundsystem Party
Get ready for the Division Sounds Takeover at Four Quarters, Peckham, on December 20th for a massive Christmas Soundsystem Party!
Twiin Dance Company
This year we present our 12th Year Annual showcase 'Surge'. Join us for an evening to celebrate the work of our TDC students across the 2025 year through a night of dance, entertainment and performance. TDC invites family & friends to come along and enjoy the inner Twiin experience as the TDC students take the stage. Any persons aged 4+ years are required to purchase a ticket for this event. Please note: There are limited seats available for wheelchair access therefore please book early to avoid disappointment. Tickets are non-refundable and non - exchangeable.Read more
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