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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?
wayfarer SE23 Topics 2,074 2,040,908 11-08-2010, 08:54 AM
  Thread: Forest Hill Pools
Post: RE: Forest Hill Pools

There's also Wavelengths in Deptford, which is possibly on of the closet now.
wayfarer SE23 Topics 2,074 2,040,908 18-11-2011, 08:19 AM
  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...
wayfarer SE23 Topics 736 625,673 22-09-2011, 08:45 AM
  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.
wayfarer SE23 Topics 736 625,673 16-11-2011, 10:41 AM
  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...
wayfarer SE23 Topics 736 625,673 18-11-2011, 08:16 AM
  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 ...
wayfarer SE23 Topics 736 625,673 18-11-2011, 02:20 PM
  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:
wayfarer SE23 Topics 736 625,673 22-11-2011, 03:15 PM
  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.
wayfarer SE23 Topics 736 625,673 06-12-2011, 01:17 PM
  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...
wayfarer SE23 Topics 736 625,673 18-11-2011, 03:53 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza?

Thanks for this update Michael, looking forward to hearing if any of the parties that previously expressed an interest come back.
wayfarer SE23 Topics 736 625,673 15-02-2012, 11:34 AM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza?

mcree, I suspect that at some piont the vast majority of forum members were customers of the Old bank. I stopped being a customer having consistently received poor service. The reality, as has ...
wayfarer SE23 Topics 736 625,673 15-02-2012, 02:40 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza?

Good spot, let the guessing games begin.
wayfarer SE23 Topics 736 625,673 24-02-2012, 12:27 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza?

That would be great, will they sell pizza?
wayfarer SE23 Topics 736 625,673 24-02-2012, 12:46 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza?

Whilst it would be great if a long-term solution could be found, I like the fact that the site will at least be used and the idea of using it for pop-up events is a really good one.
wayfarer SE23 Topics 736 625,673 12-07-2012, 12:43 PM
  Thread: Planning: Nursery at Liphook Crescent
Post: RE: Planning Application: Nursery at Liphook Cresc...

As this is an open forum, and arguements from both sides are actively encouraged, I look forward to reading comments from those that felt this action was necessary.
wayfarer SE23 Topics 666 537,047 23-01-2012, 09:59 AM
  Thread: Planning: Nursery at Liphook Crescent
Post: RE: Planning Application: Nursery at Liphook Cresc...

MrsR, I don't believe that there is a whiff of lynch mob about the residents association at all, and that is one of the core issues here - there don't appear to be enough supporters of this action ...
wayfarer SE23 Topics 666 537,047 25-01-2012, 02:07 PM
  Thread: Planning: Nursery at Liphook Crescent
Post: RE: Planning Application: Nursery at Liphook Cresc...

If an extraordinary general meeting is called, and the terms of the covernant are upheld (and in essence it should be) resulting in the nursery closing. May I suggest that a second EGM follows quickly...
wayfarer SE23 Topics 666 537,047 26-01-2012, 10:26 AM
  Thread: Planning: Nursery at Liphook Crescent
Post: RE: Planning Application: Nursery at Liphook Cresc...

Agred, you can't have it both ways
wayfarer SE23 Topics 666 537,047 26-01-2012, 12:02 PM
  Thread: Planning: Nursery at Liphook Crescent
Post: RE: Planning Application: Nursery at Liphook Cresc...

To be fair, with the exception of the directory that appears to be an old link (document appears to relate back to 2005). The site looks preety good, and provides some good information. SE23.com co...
wayfarer SE23 Topics 666 537,047 26-01-2012, 06:01 PM
  Thread: Planning: Nursery at Liphook Crescent
Post: RE: Planning Application: Nursery at Liphook Cresc...

Straightalking, its great to hear from someone who is at the heart of this and for you to give your perspective. Some interesting points have come out of posting over the last few days, 1. The ...
wayfarer SE23 Topics 666 537,047 27-01-2012, 12:28 PM
  Thread: Planning: Nursery at Liphook Crescent
Post: RE: Planning Application: Nursery at Liphook Cresc...

"We wanted to support the application, but were advised that the fact that we had a grandchild who might wish to attend, would mean that our support could be ignored." Sorry, that's bonkers - that'...
wayfarer SE23 Topics 666 537,047 27-01-2012, 02:15 PM
  Thread: Planning: Nursery at Liphook Crescent
Post: RE: Planning Application: Nursery at Liphook Cresc...

I was refering to the advice you were given rather than you personally. Apologies for any mis-understanding
wayfarer SE23 Topics 666 537,047 27-01-2012, 02:58 PM
  Thread: New Sainsburys, 55-59 Honor Oak Park
Post: RE: Planning Application: IndoBangla / Honor Oak T...

Cheeky, I have to agree with you. The only businesses I use on a regular(ish) basis Hopscotch, Jumping bean and Forest Hill kebabs In our time in HOP I have tried all the businesses (with the ex...
wayfarer SE23 Topics 349 322,631 30-01-2012, 01:43 PM
  Thread: New Sainsburys, 55-59 Honor Oak Park
Post: RE: Planning Application: IndoBangla / Honor Oak T...

152047 - what does "East Dulwich style gentrification" mean? If it refers to the types of businesses and atmosphere represented Lordship lane, then I'm all for it. I'd rather that than a parade ...
wayfarer SE23 Topics 349 322,631 30-01-2012, 02:59 PM
  Thread: New Sainsburys, 55-59 Honor Oak Park
Post: RE: Planning Application: IndoBangla / Honor Oak T...

Have also just emailed my support to the planning office. Have to confess that I wasn't going to until I saw the image of the poster that had been put up on the proposed site. I believe that the...
wayfarer SE23 Topics 349 322,631 13-02-2012, 05:00 PM
  Thread: New Sainsburys, 55-59 Honor Oak Park
Post: RE: Planning Application: IndoBangla / Honor Oak T...

Max71, 8miles?? there are a number of stores considerably closer that will enable you to save your energies. Brockey Supermarket, and Budgens being my favourites. An alternative would be to si...
wayfarer SE23 Topics 349 322,631 16-04-2012, 07:25 AM
  Thread: New Sainsburys, 55-59 Honor Oak Park
Post: RE: Planning Application: IndoBangla / Honor Oak T...

Cheeky, I am unable to attend, but is there any way of sending formal "apologies". I have already written to the planning office with my support for the proposal
wayfarer SE23 Topics 349 322,631 16-04-2012, 12:08 PM
  Thread: New Sainsburys, 55-59 Honor Oak Park
Post: RE: Planning Application: IndoBangla / Honor Oak T...

Thank you to all of you that provided feedback on last week's meeting. I was unable to attend, but contacted both the planning office and Councillor Morrisson directly stating my support for the pr...
wayfarer SE23 Topics 349 322,631 23-04-2012, 02:34 PM
  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...
wayfarer Wider Topics 281 296,369 13-05-2010, 12:31 PM
  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...
wayfarer Wider Topics 271 245,357 06-10-2011, 04:04 PM
  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:
wayfarer Wider Topics 271 245,357 07-10-2011, 11:25 AM
  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...
wayfarer Wider Topics 271 245,357 17-10-2011, 11:41 AM
  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...
wayfarer Wider Topics 271 245,357 19-10-2011, 03:24 PM
  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...
wayfarer Wider Topics 271 245,357 20-10-2011, 10:47 AM
  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...
wayfarer Wider Topics 271 245,357 21-10-2011, 08:31 AM
  Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists

Thank you for the context. He is indeed No1 Silly driver.
wayfarer Wider Topics 271 245,357 21-10-2011, 09:25 AM
  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...
wayfarer Wider Topics 271 245,357 21-10-2011, 10:28 AM
  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.....
wayfarer Wider Topics 271 245,357 21-10-2011, 11:21 AM
  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...
wayfarer Wider Topics 271 245,357 11-11-2011, 04:40 PM
  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...
wayfarer Wider Topics 271 245,357 07-12-2011, 10:36 AM
  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...
wayfarer Wider Topics 271 245,357 22-12-2011, 12:48 PM
  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.
wayfarer Wider Topics 271 245,357 22-12-2011, 05:43 PM
  Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists

The cyclist is very lucky to be alive, and the driver gets 17 months. Something wrong somewhere
wayfarer Wider Topics 271 245,357 16-02-2012, 06:36 PM
  Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists

In case your weren't aware The Times newspaper has just launched a Cycle Safety campaign, it consists of 8 core measures and I would urge you to write to your MP asking for their support. - Trucks ...
wayfarer Wider Topics 271 245,357 03-02-2012, 09:26 AM
  Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists

Thought you might be interested to read the response I got from Joan Ruddock (local MP), asking her to support to The Times cycling campaign. "Thank you for contacting me regarding the safety of cy...
wayfarer Wider Topics 271 245,357 21-02-2012, 11:23 AM
  Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists

By way of an update to my post regarding my response from Joan Ruddock. According to The Times this morning over 2,000 people have written to their local MP leading to 58 of them signing an early ...
wayfarer Wider Topics 271 245,357 22-02-2012, 10:49 AM
  Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists

Ryananglem, Just to confirm your comment "[i]but then I tend to ride confidently in the middle of the lane[/i]" - does this mean that you cycle in the middle of the lane thereby preventing traffic ...
wayfarer Wider Topics 271 245,357 22-02-2012, 11:27 AM
  Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists

I have no intention of "cowering" on the far left hand side of the lane, but I believe there is a balance to be achieved. On certain strecthes of my commute I can certainly travel faster than a car...
wayfarer Wider Topics 271 245,357 22-02-2012, 03:54 PM
  Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists

Agree. Can't believe that within this forum, the original point beine made has been lost ;-)
wayfarer Wider Topics 271 245,357 22-02-2012, 05:02 PM
  Thread: Cyclists
Post: RE: Cyclists

Applespider, You make a good point about the the perceived use of certain road management systems. Rather than simply changing the physical aspects of the road, the messaging is just as important ...
wayfarer Wider Topics 271 245,357 28-02-2012, 09:48 AM
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