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  Thread: Forest Hill Pools
Post: RE: Forest Hill Pools

I have been told by a few cutomers working on the pools that they are filling up the pool next Wednesday (health and safety) but still have lots to do. When I have asked if it will be ready for the of...
P1971 SE23 Topics 2,074 2,040,565 04-05-2012, 08:24 PM
  Thread: Forest Hill Pools
Post: RE: Forest Hill Pools

I have been told the official opening will be on 22nd Sept, but they are still on track for opening earlier in July. The grand opening will be on the 22nd Sept even if they do open earlier and they wa...
P1971 SE23 Topics 2,074 2,040,565 17-05-2012, 09:25 PM
  Thread: Forest Hill Pools
Post: RE: Forest Hill Pools

I have been told the unofficial opening is on Saturday 28th July! Please don't quote me on this its just what I have been told. The official opening is still on the 22nd September.
P1971 SE23 Topics 2,074 2,040,565 08-07-2012, 10:28 PM
  Thread: Forest Hill Pools
Post: RE: Forest Hill Pools

Pools are opening tomorrow! Heard it from the horses mouth!
P1971 SE23 Topics 2,074 2,040,565 13-09-2012, 10:12 PM
  Thread: Forest Hill Pools
Post: RE: Forest Hill Pools

The fencing around the pools was taken down this afternoon. So everyone get your trunks ready for tomorrow!
P1971 SE23 Topics 2,074 2,040,565 14-09-2012, 08:10 PM
  Thread: Forest Hill Pools
Post: RE: Forest Hill Pools

Pools seem to be taking all comments on board from what my customers have told me. Some have requested a zebra crossing for the kids, which I hope is looked into as I have seen a lot of kids running a...
P1971 SE23 Topics 2,074 2,040,565 27-10-2012, 10:09 PM
  Thread: Forest Hill Pools
Post: RE: Forest Hill Pools

If anyone has a direct Number that I could call on my day off (Monday) and pay a contribution towards a zebra crossing by my shop for the kids I would be more than happy to make a donation.
P1971 SE23 Topics 2,074 2,040,565 27-10-2012, 10:19 PM
  Thread: Forest Hill Pools
Post: RE: Forest Hill Pools

Hi Robin No problem calling me P. Guess you saw I followed you on Twitter after I posted, you were easy to find and I love the pic :-) I agree. Twitter is a great way to get quick messages acros...
P1971 SE23 Topics 2,074 2,040,565 25-10-2015, 07:32 PM
  Thread: Forest Hill Pools
Post: RE: Forest Hill Pools

Robin can you PM me with who you are on Twitter so I can have a look or just find me, I'm easy to find.
P1971 SE23 Topics 2,074 2,040,565 24-10-2015, 09:37 PM
  Thread: Forest Hill Pools
Post: RE: Forest Hill Pools

I agree to most extent with all comments posted after my last post. SteveG85, cheers for the link nottinghillbilly, I agree it's important to keep free swimming for over 60's borderpaul, I'd...
P1971 SE23 Topics 2,074 2,040,565 01-11-2015, 09:23 PM
  Thread: Forest Hill Pools
Post: RE: Forest Hill Pools

I agree, our councillors should do what the majority of locals ask of them, but sadly at the moment they are choosing not to. I have posted a link on Twitter about library info being removed from L...
P1971 SE23 Topics 2,074 2,040,565 03-11-2015, 12:41 AM
  Thread: Forest Hill Pools
Post: RE: Forest Hill Pools

Thanks for this link Robin. Finally I've managed to have a look at this properly though I must confess I've not had the time until this evening. As far as I know free swimming for Kids until the ag...
P1971 SE23 Topics 2,074 2,040,565 30-10-2015, 10:28 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: Site of The Old Bank, Honor Oak Park

This would be a very scary venture for an independent trader to take on, with yearly rent at £34,500 plus business rates! Based on the LITTLE knowledge I have and looking at the sq footage I wouldn't ...
P1971 SE23 Topics 736 625,545 27-03-2013, 08:44 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: Site of The Old Bank, Honor Oak Park

If I had a spare 50k in my pocket I would try out my idea, but I would not take a chance on borrowing it. Just my opinion.
P1971 SE23 Topics 736 625,545 27-03-2013, 11:26 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: Site of The Old Bank, Honor Oak Park

All I can say is Thank gosh I have a great landlord after reading all this.
P1971 SE23 Topics 736 625,545 29-03-2013, 10:49 PM
  Thread: English Usage
Post: RE: Usage of English

Haha Anotherjohn Happy Hogmanay to you and the family too. The best and only shop landlord in FH that is trying single handedly to give us locals what we want shop wise. I know you won't tell me...
P1971 Wider Topics 587 489,310 01-01-2014, 08:26 PM
  Thread: English Usage
Post: RE: Usage of English

This is the first time i've looked at this post, but no doubt I'll be picked up time and time again. Thank's last two poster's for not butchering me! I know I don't write proper English when I post, b...
P1971 Wider Topics 587 489,310 29-12-2013, 11:25 PM
  Thread: English Usage
Post: RE: Usage of English

rshdunlop - thank you so much for your honest and genuine post I really appreciate it. The Scottish part was meant as a joke. Hope you have a wonderful New Year. Pauline
P1971 Wider Topics 587 489,310 30-12-2013, 12:36 AM
  Thread: The Capitol to close
Post: RE: The Capitol to close

IMO It would be great if The Capitol became a joint cinema, theatre & music/comedy venue......
P1971 SE23 Topics 238 245,566 25-05-2016, 04:49 PM
  Thread: Shops, pubs, restaurants, etc
Post: RE: The Honor Oak pub. How is it doing?

Forresters is now All Inn One, which is at the back of FH train station incase anyone wanted to check it out.
P1971 Wider Topics 301 215,103 17-02-2013, 07:31 PM
  Thread: Shops, pubs, restaurants, etc
Post: RE: Shops

Don't get me started on the black pudding from The Butchery. It is amazing!
P1971 Wider Topics 301 215,103 11-03-2013, 11:02 PM
  Thread: Shops, pubs, restaurants, etc
Post: RE: Shopping

I use Sopers and Billings depending on what time I have on Mondays, and find both fantastic!
P1971 Wider Topics 301 215,103 24-03-2013, 10:14 PM
  Thread: Shops, pubs, restaurants, etc
Post: RE: Brockley Jack

shimmysister If I were you I would tell the owners how you feel. We need to tell independent businesses what we want so all local businesses can deliver on quality and price, hope I'm not wrong!
P1971 Wider Topics 301 215,103 01-04-2013, 10:47 PM
  Thread: Shops, pubs, restaurants, etc
Post: RE: Local businesses

The new chef at the Question bar is very good. I've had various homemade soups and homemade burgers which I would recommend. Also the stone baked pizza's are really good, and great value for money.
P1971 Wider Topics 301 215,103 02-04-2013, 07:31 PM
  Thread: Shops, pubs, restaurants, etc
Post: RE: Local businesses

No probs, let me know if you are making a trip there so I can find out any special offers over the Easter Hols. PM me.
P1971 Wider Topics 301 215,103 08-04-2013, 12:52 AM
  Thread: Shops, pubs, restaurants, etc
Post: RE: activities for older kids

Hi shimmysister check this out www.thereach.org.uk It's in Woolwich but you can get there by bus, and the owner Amos lives in Forest Hill. My 10 yr son and 15 yr old daughter love it.
P1971 Wider Topics 301 215,103 06-04-2013, 10:18 PM
  Thread: Shops, pubs, restaurants, etc
Post: RE: Local businesses

Thanks for reminding me about that Anotherjohn. Might try to get the kids down before they go back to school! My 2 are more into roller skates. Got them from a great little shop just by the new Ice ri...
P1971 Wider Topics 301 215,103 08-04-2013, 09:44 PM
  Thread: Shops, pubs, restaurants, etc
Post: RE: Local businesses

shimmeysister I can give you local plumbers numbers, but have not used them as of yet. Do you want me to message them to you?
P1971 Wider Topics 301 215,103 08-04-2013, 09:54 PM
  Thread: Shops, pubs, restaurants, etc
Post: RE: Local businesses

Runners Pop in to me as I have a really nice customer that has a studio behind my shop. Sure he would know of a space 2 rent If there was one in the area!
P1971 Wider Topics 301 215,103 08-04-2013, 10:05 PM
  Thread: Shops, pubs, restaurants, etc
Post: RE: Local businesses

runners I spoke with my customer today, he has a space you can rent by the day for all your needs, but he is also trying to find out if there is a space you can rent full term. so pm me your detail...
P1971 Wider Topics 301 215,103 09-04-2013, 10:41 PM
  Thread: Shops, pubs, restaurants, etc
Post: RE: Local businesses

Everyone that is looking for plumbers, decorators, painters, electricians, please dm me and I will give numbers P x
P1971 Wider Topics 301 215,103 09-04-2013, 10:53 PM
  Thread: Shops, pubs, restaurants, etc
Post: RE: Local businesses

rshdunlop and Cellar Door Rob is helping with some design work for The Hill at the moment which is coming to Dartmouth Rd soon.
P1971 Wider Topics 301 215,103 08-05-2013, 08:14 PM
  Thread: Shops, pubs, restaurants, etc
Post: RE: Local businesses

Michael I'm so glad you posted about Sandy's tubeforlols blog, I love reading it. He's such a lovely local, and his blog is so witty and informative, I highly recommend it to all.
P1971 Wider Topics 301 215,103 21-05-2013, 08:53 PM
  Thread: Shops, pubs, restaurants, etc
Post: RE: Local businesses

Hi and welcome Love London. We also have The Butchery which is opposite Sainsbury's. Aga's Little Deli on Dartmouth Rd and Hills and Parkes Deli on Honor Oak Park both sell fresh fruit and veg, cheese...
P1971 Wider Topics 301 215,103 23-05-2013, 07:22 PM
  Thread: Shops, pubs, restaurants, etc
Post: RE: Location x3

Nathan from The Butchery was on Raymond Blanc's How To Cook on BBC earlier this week. He came across really well and done FH proud. If you want to watch him in action on catch up he's about 10 mins 30...
P1971 Wider Topics 301 215,103 11-07-2013, 09:39 PM
  Thread: Shops, pubs, restaurants, etc
Post: RE: Kebab shop at FH station

Wouldn't it be nice if we had a Tourist Information Centre there with samples of all local delights. Maybe I'm hoping for too much, but I think it could work.
P1971 Wider Topics 301 215,103 23-02-2014, 10:49 PM
  Thread: Forest Hill Station Subway
Post: RE: Forest Hill Station Subway

I'm with you Tomcat.
P1971 SE23 Topics 195 191,399 19-03-2013, 09:33 PM
  Thread: Farmers' market in the Horniman Gardens
Post: RE: Brilliant new farmers' market in the Horniman ...

Lee my lovely home neighbour who is the organizer of this great market is trying to find someone to take on a fish/seafood stall. So if anyone has any suggestions I will happily pass them on.
P1971 SE23 Topics 218 183,428 21-09-2013, 09:30 PM
  Thread: Farmers' market in the Horniman Gardens
Post: RE: Farmers' market in the Horniman Gardens

Said I would try to step away from this post but just can't, as FH means too much to me. Sorry to wear my heart on my sleave but thats just me. Apologies over what do you all think about the market be...
P1971 SE23 Topics 218 183,428 01-11-2013, 12:57 AM
  Thread: Farmers' market in the Horniman Gardens
Post: RE: Farmers' market in the Horniman Gardens

I'd also like to say, what would I do if I visited the market, and please be reminded I want the market to thrive, but also don't want the shops to suffer. As a parent I would watch my son run arou...
P1971 SE23 Topics 218 183,428 01-11-2013, 01:41 AM
  Thread: Farmers' market in the Horniman Gardens
Post: RE: Brilliant new farmers' market in the Horniman ...

Thanks cellar Door I completely cut off and chilled yesterday with my daughter. Must let you all know my lovely neighbours Lee and Emma are still my lovely neighbours, and they want everything to work...
P1971 SE23 Topics 218 183,428 29-10-2013, 10:10 PM
  Thread: Farmers' market in the Horniman Gardens
Post: RE: Brilliant new farmers' market in the Horniman ...

This post has me torn in half completely, as after relaxing I have came to realise pockets won't work, Emma agreed with me as it would be to much work to put together, and it would be. Any other thoug...
P1971 SE23 Topics 218 183,428 29-10-2013, 10:26 PM
  Thread: Farmers' market in the Horniman Gardens
Post: RE: Brilliant new farmers' market in the Horniman ...

Remember shops have rent and business rates to pay every month, stalls don't. Some shops can't survive without footfall (not me personally, but I can think of 3 others) Plz take a trip up Dartmouth Ro...
P1971 SE23 Topics 218 183,428 29-10-2013, 11:06 PM
  Thread: Farmers' market in the Horniman Gardens
Post: RE: Brilliant new farmers' market in the Horniman ...

Sorry for ranting and raving but if a fellow Dartmouth Road Trader is struggling I will do all I can to help out.
P1971 SE23 Topics 218 183,428 29-10-2013, 11:19 PM
  Thread: Farmers' market in the Horniman Gardens
Post: RE: Brilliant new farmers' market in the Horniman ...

Thanks for your post Red67. I don't think anyone involved thought local shops would suffer from the market, but sadly they are. Dartmouth Road has almost no footfall until around 2pm on Saturday's now...
P1971 SE23 Topics 218 183,428 23-10-2013, 10:08 PM
  Thread: Farmers' market in the Horniman Gardens
Post: RE: Brilliant new farmers' market in the Horniman ...

Hey guys how would you feel if the market was fortnightly or monthly. Just a thought because Dartmouth Road traders are struggling that much since it started. Today my profits were down 75% and It was...
P1971 SE23 Topics 218 183,428 26-10-2013, 11:26 PM
  Thread: Farmers' market in the Horniman Gardens
Post: RE: Brilliant new farmers' market in the Horniman ...

Cellar door I'm not able to have a stall as sweets don't fit the criteria.
P1971 SE23 Topics 218 183,428 27-10-2013, 05:37 PM
  Thread: Farmers' market in the Horniman Gardens
Post: RE: Brilliant new farmers' market in the Horniman ...

I am on my first break this year for 2 days only and promised myself I would forget about work, but I can't as I am so worried about Dartmouth Road traders. Poppy Dartmouth Road was thriving before th...
P1971 SE23 Topics 218 183,428 27-10-2013, 11:14 PM
  Thread: Farmers' market in the Horniman Gardens
Post: RE: Brilliant new farmers' market in the Horniman ...

Might I add before I relax that most traders are not local and these are just the one's I could find out about. Wild County Organics are from SE Cambridge. Bumbletye Fruit Farm are from Sussex, Manor ...
P1971 SE23 Topics 218 183,428 27-10-2013, 11:58 PM
  Thread: Farmers' market in the Horniman Gardens
Post: RE: Brilliant new farmers' market in the Horniman ...

Yes, I'll probably be in everyone's bad book's again, but honesty is the best policy!
P1971 SE23 Topics 218 183,428 28-10-2013, 12:06 AM
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