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Thread: Car damaged by cyclist - Garthorne Road
Post: RE: Car damaged by cyclist - Garthorne Road
| A Lexus!!!! No wonder he hit it :laugh:
Great news that they're extending the car free zones. |
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20-01-2012, 12:31 PM |
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Thread: Car damaged by cyclist - Garthorne Road
Post: RE: Car damaged by cyclist - Garthorne Road
| Joffe,
A little dramatic, don't you think? Cars are parked like this every day, I doubt very much that they are all doing so because a life is in danger. It is therefore pretty safe to say, that t... |
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20-01-2012, 11:43 AM |
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Thread: Car damaged by cyclist - Garthorne Road
Post: RE: Car damaged by cyclist - Garthorne Road
| A few points here.
For confirmation, I am a cyclist.
Yes, the cyclist was in the wrong. No argument.
No, the make of the car is not important.
Yes, the barriers are obviously an entrance p... |
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20-01-2012, 09:45 AM |
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Thread: Double Glazing / Windows help!
Post: RE: Double Glazing / Windows help!
| We used a firm called paxtons to renovate our windows a few years ago, and weren't happy at all. Would not recommend. |
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10-01-2012, 11:23 AM |
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Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists
| Realised I should have added councils and regulation after I'd posted my comment.
Personally, as a miminum, I'd like to see cycle boxes at every main juncton and offenders penalised. |
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22-12-2011, 05:43 PM |
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Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists
| The most worrying piece of text within the second article reads:
"Mr Justice Silber said a police officer involved in the crash investigation said he was "unaware of anything which could be done to... |
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22-12-2011, 12:48 PM |
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Thread: Toddlers hair dresser recommendations wanted
Post: Toddlers hair dresser recommendations wanted
| I'm looking to get my little girls hair cut (20 months), can anyone recommend somewhere in around SE23 that won't charge me silly prices.
One salon, said it would depend on the style she wnated and ... |
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12-12-2011, 09:56 AM |
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Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists
| A sobering peace of research.
I noticed that there is a "white" bike by the Lewisham roundabout, signifying the death of a cyclist.
It bring home the fact that that whilst some of the comments o... |
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07-12-2011, 10:36 AM |
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Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza?
| to appeal on the grounds that the site is "still sitting empty" is an interesting one, as it doesn't tackle the vast majority of reasons given for rejecting the planning request in the first place. |
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06-12-2011, 01:17 PM |
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Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza
| Shame, I was hoping for a nail bar :laugh: |
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22-11-2011, 03:15 PM |
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Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza
| Sadly, I have been unable to locate any meaningful customer numbers for Dominoes.
But let's look at this 30% figure for a moment, and I appreciate that these are huge assumptions:
30% of custome... |
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18-11-2011, 03:53 PM |
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Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza
| What about the evidence provided by Dominoes themselves:
"Only about 30% are bought by customers visiting the unit who then wait for the product to be freshly prepared and baked. This is supported ... |
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18-11-2011, 02:20 PM |
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Thread: Forest Hill Pools
Post: RE: Forest Hill Pools
| There's also Wavelengths in Deptford, which is possibly on of the closet now. |
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18-11-2011, 08:19 AM |
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Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza
| Tersie,
Thank you for this summary of exactly where we are, and an insight into what has been going on behind the scenes.
I look forward to hearing about future developments, especially potenti... |
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18-11-2011, 08:16 AM |
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Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza
| Fantatstic news, congratualtions to all of you that worked so hard to represent the views of the rest of us. |
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16-11-2011, 10:41 AM |
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Thread: Walking whilst reading
Post: RE: Walking whilst reading
| I have always felt that these people trying to demonstrate that they can read. Those that read, and listen to music, are just trying to prove that they can multi task.
Now, those that can read, lis... |
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15-11-2011, 01:47 PM |
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Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists
| I certainly don't agree with Mio's approach, as tempting as it may have been (like kicking someone to get out of the way, when they are walking too slowly - or maybe that's just me ;-)).
I do howev... |
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11-11-2011, 04:40 PM |
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Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists
| Can we add "Unicyclist" to the road user bingo. I've seen quad bikes on the roads, and on Brockley Rise roller skaters wearing hoods and headphones. But a unicyclist..... |
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21-10-2011, 11:21 AM |
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Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists
| Would now be a good time to propose "Road user bingo"
- Cyclist with headphones
- Van driver reading paper at lights
- Car stopped in "cycle zone at lights"
- Boris Bike cyclist without a helmet... |
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21-10-2011, 10:28 AM |
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Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists
| Thank you for the context. He is indeed No1 Silly driver. |
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21-10-2011, 09:25 AM |
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Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists
| Good youtube footage, if nothing else it highlights to other cyclists some obvious does and don'ts.
I did feel sorry for the No1 rated silly cyclist - yes he should have slowed down, or called out... |
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21-10-2011, 08:31 AM |
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Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists
| When I'm competing I have to display a race number on both my helmet and bike (I also have to display one on my back). One or more of these numbers is visible to the race photographer. No reason why t... |
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20-10-2011, 10:47 AM |
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Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists
| Thankfully she was okay. She raised a really good point, and one of the best pieces of advice I was given with regards to other road users.
When stopped at lights/junctions, get acknowledged eye co... |
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19-10-2011, 03:24 PM |
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Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists
| To stop an influx of similar submissions, it might be worth considering that with very little effort we could all find articles and videos that show muppet cyclists from across the globe.
Similarl... |
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17-10-2011, 11:41 AM |
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Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists
| I on the other hand, laughed joyously as I cycled down the pavement avoiding the ballards.
Only joking, I didn't even know it was closed :laugh: |
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07-10-2011, 11:25 AM |
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Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists
| Cyclists on pavements,
Cyclists that go through red lights
etc etc.
Now lets balance it up bit
Drivers that stop in cycle zones at traffic lights
Drivers that park in cycle lanes
Pedestrians t... |
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06-10-2011, 04:04 PM |
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Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Dominoes Pizza
| I agree, I would much rather see a used site than an empty shell.
That said, in an ideal world given its prominence I would have preferred a more "aesthetically" welcome to HOP but given the numbe... |
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22-09-2011, 08:45 AM |
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Thread: London Cycle Challenge 2011
Post: RE: London Cycle Challenge 2011
| I'll pass on the team management role, but happy to be register my mileage. |
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20-06-2011, 11:47 AM |
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Thread: London Cycle Challenge 2011
Post: RE: London Cycle Challenge 2011
| Happy to join a virtual "SE23" team, and record my commute - approx 60 miles a week. |
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20-06-2011, 11:17 AM |
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Thread: Blackheath Fireworks
Post: RE: Blackheath Fireworks
| Having enjoyed this free event for the last few years, I will gladly be donating to the cause. The same way that I would have made a donation on the "door" had it been requested.
The display has al... |
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21-10-2010, 01:03 PM |
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Thread: Boris Johnson cycle scheme
Post: RE: Boris Johnson cycle scheme
| I look forward to reading the article, as this is a great initiative.
Thank you for bringing it my/our attention. |
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14-09-2010, 08:50 AM |
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Thread: Boris Johnson cycle scheme
Post: RE: Boris Johnson cycle scheme
| Brilliant news.
I think it would be a shame if the allowance was cut to £500. I agree that you can but a perfectly good bike for that sort of money, but the allowance of £1000 gives many more cycli... |
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13-09-2010, 10:08 AM |
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Thread: Boris Johnson cycle scheme
Post: RE: Boris Johnson cycle scheme
| I've been cycling to work since the beginning of the year (first to Canary Wharf, and now to Blackfriars) and going from the numbers I've seen the scheme appears to be very popular. The BorisBikes loo... |
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13-09-2010, 09:05 AM |
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Thread: Forest Hill Pools
Post: RE: Forest Hill Pools
| This is very useful to know, thank you.
Do you know how long it is, and if they have "laned" swimming? |
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11-08-2010, 08:54 AM |
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Thread: East London Line
Post: RE: East London Line
| Has anyone used the new service in the morning rush hour, to change onto the Jubillee Line for Canary Wharf?
My experience was that there was seldomly room for just 1 or 2 passengers to board at C... |
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13-05-2010, 12:31 PM |
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Thread: Where are the worst Potholes?
Post: RE: Where are the worst Potholes?
| [i]Iwereabsolutelyfuming[/i], should you wish to stand I would certainly vote for you having just suffered my second puncture in 2 months. (I got the first within 20 minutes of picking the bike up!!).... |
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31-03-2010, 08:29 AM |
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Thread: London 2012 Games - is this good for Forest Hill
Post: RE: London 2012 Games - is this good for Forest Hi...
| To clarify the some of the points maderegard Olympic Tickets:
1. Registering an interest for tickets - will not guarantee you a ticket but effectively puts you on a mailing list for further informa... |
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25-03-2010, 11:03 AM |
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Thread: Guardian Weekend - Let's move to Honor Oak Park
Post: RE: Guardian Weekend - Let's move to Honor Oak Par...
| Roadie,
Thanks for posting this notice. Irrespective of the fact that other publications have previously highlighted Honor Oak Park, it is great to get another opportunity to promote our little co... |
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23-12-2009, 12:29 PM |
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Thread: Guardian Weekend - Let's move to Honor Oak Park
Post: RE: Guardian Weekend - Let's move to Honor Oak Par...
| Roadie,
Thanks for posting this notice. Irrespective of the fact that other publications have previously highlighted Honor Oak Park, it is great to get another opportunity to promote our little co... |
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23-12-2009, 11:59 AM |
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Thread: British Legion Poppy Appeal
Post: RE: British Legion Poppy Appeal
| Following this year's British Legion Poppy Appeal, I am delighted to announce that we raised ?464.39.
Thank you so much to all of you that bought poppies at either Honor Oak Park or Forest Hill sta... |
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08-12-2009, 11:06 AM |
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Thread: British Legion Poppy Appeal
Post: British Legion Poppy Sellers
| Just in case you have not been able to find one, there will be a Poppy Seller outside of the Forest Hill Station ticket office, from 6 o'clock this evening. |
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02-11-2009, 09:53 AM |
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Thread: Who will use ELL and who will stick to London Bridge services?
Post: RE: Who will use ELL and who will stick to London ...
| I work in Canary wharf, hence survey response is: Both
Morning: via London Bridge
reason: ELL stops at Canada Water (one stop before Canary Wharf), and it is already nigh on impossible for connect... |
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26-10-2009, 04:56 PM |
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Thread: Best front man in history
Post: RE: Best front man in history
| No room for Freddie Mercury???? |
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14-09-2009, 01:36 PM |
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Thread: The Bill are Coming
Post: RE: The Bill are coming
| Not interesting, it's brilliant!!
Phil and Kirstie spotted in Shipman Road. The Bill's cameras coming to HOP rec.
I had better smarten myself up, just in case Keira Knightley comes to town.:lov... |
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10-09-2009, 09:50 AM |
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Thread: The Bill are Coming
Post: RE: The Bill are coming
| Not interesting, it's brilliant!!
Phil and Kirstie spotted in Shipman Road. The Bill's cameras coming to HOP rec.
I had better smarten myself up, just in case Keira Knightley comes to town.:lov... |
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10-09-2009, 09:27 AM |
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Thread: Broadband in SE23
Post: RE: Broadband in SE23
| We're in Honor Oak, and are currently looking to change provider (from Tiscali to Orange).
Irrespective of the various packages on offer, they have both said that the fastest speed our "line" can h... |
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25-08-2009, 08:32 AM |
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Thread: Broadband in SE23
Post: RE: Broadband in SE23
| We're in Honor Oak, and are currently looking to change provider (from Tiscali to Orange).
Irrespective of the various packages on offer, they have both said that the fastest speed our "line" can h... |
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25-08-2009, 08:22 AM |
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Thread: Honor Oak Park Rail Station
Post: RE: Honor Oak Park Rail Station
| I feel sorry for the team that have to work near him.
My wife was selling British Legion Poppies last year, and said that 40 minutes of his somewhat ropey Keith Richard's impression was enough to d... |
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03-07-2009, 08:54 AM |
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Thread: Lewisham Election Voting Forms
Post: RE: Lewisham Election Voting Forms
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15-05-2009, 01:43 PM |
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Thread: Brockley Jack
Post: RE: Brockley Jack
| Am going to have to jump in and support the Brockley Jack.
We have been drinking and eating in the Brockley Jack since it was refurbed and have always found the staff, and landlord particularly, fr... |
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11-05-2009, 09:40 AM |
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