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  Thread: Should This Not Be An Arrestable Offence
Post: RE: Should This Not Be An Arrestable Offence

Not quite sure the two offences are comparable. While I have no time for the group the flag represents, it would be deemed as freedom of expression, but in poor taste. Wrapping bacon around door h...
Snazy Wider Topics 15 11,757 06-07-2015, 12:54 PM
  Thread: Short clip of last night's lightning show
Post: RE: Short clip of last night's lightning show

Thanks, was just a few minutes watching from the window, too lazy to film it properly lol. Yes, my grass loved the rain, downside is of course, now I have to cut it, grr!
Snazy SE23 Topics 2 3,824 05-07-2015, 08:06 PM
  Thread: Redevelopment of 2 Church Rise
Post: RE: 2 Church Rise

Aaah well I guess that makes sense in that regard. Am I right to assume that the planning consent for the plot would now need changing to address the lack of existing building to include on the plot...
Snazy SE23 Topics 35 34,911 05-07-2015, 08:02 PM
  Thread: Redevelopment of 2 Church Rise
Post: RE: 2 Church Rise

All gone now.
Snazy SE23 Topics 35 34,911 05-07-2015, 04:38 PM
  Thread: Short clip of last night's lightning show
Post: Short clip of last night's lightning show

Really was nice to get some rain on the garden for sure, and break the humidity a bit. https://instagram.com/p/4tcIGiO80U/
Snazy SE23 Topics 2 3,824 04-07-2015, 11:48 AM
  Thread: Lewisham Hospital complaint
Post: Lewisham Hospital complaint

Thought this would make an interesting read. http://www.theladbible.com/articles/woman-writes-hilarious-complaint-letter-to-local-a-e-after-terrible-service
Snazy Wider Topics 0 3,145 03-07-2015, 10:24 PM
  Thread: Highway improvements to Dartmouth Road
Post: RE: Highway improvements to Dartmouth Road

Sydenham High Street probably demonstrates the workability of the "shared spaces" thing. Even with the kerbs down, the boundaries seem to remain. I could be wrong, but from my own experiences down the...
Snazy SE23 Topics 211 155,230 03-07-2015, 03:11 PM
  Thread: Forest Hill Pools
Post: RE: Forest Hill Pools

If you are ever there in the early morning and see a little 5ft nothing girl doing her thing, wearing mirrored goggles, that would be the missus. Very friendly and approachable, and fluent in scuba di...
Snazy SE23 Topics 2,074 2,037,344 01-07-2015, 12:15 PM
  Thread: Redevelopment of 2 Church Rise
Post: RE: 2 Church Rise

Thanks Chipcity, I will take a look at that. Like I say, far from in the know about these things. From the part I'm reading I saw it as partial demolition as per this part... [quote]regar...
Snazy SE23 Topics 35 34,911 29-06-2015, 04:53 PM
  Thread: Redevelopment of 2 Church Rise
Post: RE: 2 Church Rise

UPDATE... this is what remains at end of play today. [attachment=3589] The property was sold on I believe Michael, from speaking to Ty a while back. Not reported anything at this poi...
Snazy SE23 Topics 35 34,911 29-06-2015, 04:52 PM
  Thread: Redevelopment of 2 Church Rise
Post: RE: 2 Church Rise

Seems to happen almost every time a building of any age, or inconvenient to convert comes onto the radar.
Snazy SE23 Topics 35 34,911 29-06-2015, 03:57 PM
  Thread: Redevelopment of 2 Church Rise
Post: RE: 2 Church Rise

I'm going to guess that the observation of new cracks was made following the partial demolition with a digger, and it was decided it was safer to knock the whole thing down. (in a very short period of...
Snazy SE23 Topics 35 34,911 29-06-2015, 03:29 PM
  Thread: Redevelopment of 2 Church Rise
Post: Redevelopment of 2 Church Rise

So the works are more than under way on Church Rise for another amazing transformation. However... I'm a little confused. Maybe one of the people with more knowledge of planning can explain this one t...
Snazy SE23 Topics 35 34,911 29-06-2015, 03:17 PM
  Thread: And now for a soppy picture...
Post: RE: And now for a soppy picture...

Haha no blushingsnail, he is never off lead now, not even in previously secure and safe areas. Everyones sarnies are safe, unless they are held under his nose. Still makes a lot of noise, enough ...
Snazy Wider Topics 2 3,566 26-06-2015, 03:25 PM
  Thread: And now for a soppy picture...
Post: And now for a soppy picture...

Over recent months, the kids from the local flats have become quite attached to one of my dogs, and him to them too. Yesterday I had to catch a heart warming moment that there is hope left yet, and ...
Snazy Wider Topics 2 3,566 26-06-2015, 12:31 PM
  Thread: Highway improvements to Dartmouth Road
Post: RE: Highway improvements to Dartmouth Road

I'm with Anotherjohn on this one. All makes logical sense to me, with no particular bias to any kind of user of the street.:thumbsup:
Snazy SE23 Topics 211 155,230 26-06-2015, 12:14 PM
  Thread: Met Police On BBC1
Post: RE: Met Police Last Night On BBC1

The whole series has been truly eye opening. Hopefully educating those a little on both side. Those who fight against the police, and those who believe policing is somehow easy. It has been a very ...
Snazy Wider Topics 1 3,148 23-06-2015, 02:44 PM
  Thread: Early morning flight path
Post: RE: Early morning flight path

This might be a bit of a daft suggestion, but worth putting out there. For anyone bothered by the flights over the area, and wishing to make a note of any particular times / flights etc. May I sugg...
Snazy Wider Topics 12 12,088 19-06-2015, 03:53 PM
  Thread: Street Lighting - just how bad is it?
Post: RE: Street Lighting - just how bad is it?

I was thinking the same David. Im sure they would have been responsible for the planning of the layout as well as the execution of it. Therefore should be responsible financially for correcting any mi...
Snazy SE23 Topics 16 14,331 19-06-2015, 03:43 PM
  Thread: Street Lighting - just how bad is it?
Post: RE: Street Lighting - just how bad is it?

Has it really been that long Michael? Wow. The lower part of Church Rise still suffers from the idiotic decision to put the lights in the trees. Doubt we will be so lucky to get those sorted. Intere...
Snazy SE23 Topics 16 14,331 18-06-2015, 08:22 PM
  Thread: Street Lighting - just how bad is it?
Post: RE: Street Lighting - just how bad is it?

Thread resurrection time... I notice recently that Westbourne Drive is having almost all its lights repositioned now. Removing them from the trees and placing them in open spots. It's left me wond...
Snazy SE23 Topics 16 14,331 17-06-2015, 10:29 PM
  Thread: Accident on Perry Vale Friday 12th June pm
Post: RE: Accident on Perry Vale Friday 12th June pm

[quote]Posted by Mr Robin Banks - The driver had apparently blacked out while driving and that is what caused the accident.[/quote] There goes their licence for a while then I would expect, until...
Snazy SE23 Topics 18 20,605 16-06-2015, 02:14 PM
  Thread: Pedestrian accident at Sainsbury's crossing
Post: RE: Pedestrian accident at Sainsbury's crossing

Far from ideal I have to say.
Snazy SE23 Topics 45 44,469 16-06-2015, 02:11 PM
  Thread: Accident on Perry Vale Friday 12th June pm
Post: RE: Accident on Perry Vale Friday 12th June pm

Not very fast surprisingly, once the rear quarter panel is punched in and the wheel exposed, a large unstable car like the Nissan becomes all wobbly. Im sure many excuses were made, swerving etc.
Snazy SE23 Topics 18 20,605 15-06-2015, 01:10 PM
  Thread: Accident on Perry Vale Friday 12th June pm
Post: RE: Accident on Perry Vale Friday 12th June pm

Sadly the Nissan had run into the read offside corner of a parked Skoda, riding up it, causing the flip. One with minor injuries. Nothing other than a mistake. There was another incident down the...
Snazy SE23 Topics 18 20,605 14-06-2015, 10:14 PM
  Thread: Accident on Perry Vale Friday 12th June pm
Post: RE: Accident on Perry Vale NOW (Friday 12th June p...

Oh dear, doesn't sound good. Any other cars involved?
Snazy SE23 Topics 18 20,605 12-06-2015, 05:43 PM
  Thread: Pedestrian accident at Sainsbury's crossing
Post: RE: Pedestrian accident Sainsbury's crossing

lol indeed Londondrz Tarquin, also speaking as a qualified driver, who has also done a lot of advanced training too... To believe that ANY collision with a pedestrian can be avoided with a simple e...
Snazy SE23 Topics 45 44,469 10-06-2015, 12:27 PM
  Thread: Police action
Post: RE: Police action

Nicely said Michael. Good to see people taking an interest and reporting incidents too.
Snazy SE23 Topics 11 11,801 05-06-2015, 12:59 PM
  Thread: NatWest Bank Sydenham
Post: RE: NatWest Bank Sydenham

The News Shopper story complete with the tweet from someone who is hell bent on calling me names on Twitter. Hopefully it was a straight forward robbery, no injuries etc. As my bank, I like them al...
Snazy Wider Topics 2 4,957 04-06-2015, 12:26 PM
  Thread: Japanese Knotweed in Siddons Car Hire
Post: RE: Japanese Knotweed in Siddons Car Hire

They need to let it grow a little into early summer then get treating it, aggressively. Can be dealt with if done properly. Chopping it back doesn't help one bit. Hopefully for the sake of those near ...
Snazy SE23 Topics 14 15,631 02-06-2015, 10:49 AM
  Thread: Japanese Knotweed in Siddons Car Hire
Post: RE: Japanese Knotweed in Siddons Car Hire

Hi Saralou, welcome to the area and forum :) Great first post, I always try and highlight knotweed when I see it. Have you let them know in person at all? Fair play if you haven't. Nasty stuff ind...
Snazy SE23 Topics 14 15,631 26-05-2015, 12:52 PM
  Thread: Attempted break in, middle of the day
Post: RE: Attempted break in today, middle of the day

Wow, that sounds brazen! Hope the damage was not too expensive to repair. Thanks for the heads up.
Snazy SE23 Topics 6 8,513 24-05-2015, 08:43 AM
  Thread: Moped/scooter thieves
Post: RE: Moped/scooter thieves

Just to be clear, I have had some poor experiences too, its not all roses. But as you say, no point in thinking "I should have" hours or days later. Get involved, say what you see.
Snazy SE23 Topics 22 25,033 12-05-2015, 04:01 PM
  Thread: Moped/scooter thieves
Post: RE: Moped/scooter thieves

I think there is a fine line between apathy, and a limit in powers and resources. Given my past experiences with the police, I have to say I have found most interactions very effective, and good outco...
Snazy SE23 Topics 22 25,033 12-05-2015, 01:07 PM
  Thread: Moped/scooter thieves
Post: RE: Moped/scooter thieves

The biggest reason they can go after any of the above groups is a Section 59 Anti Social Behaviour, which covers a wide range of offences, but the nicest bit being the permission to seize a vehicle co...
Snazy SE23 Topics 22 25,033 11-05-2015, 02:17 PM
  Thread: Moped/scooter thieves
Post: RE: Moped/scooter thieves

Rarely ends in an arrest unless there is an accident of turn in fortune. The rules are somewhat unbalanced when it comes to chasing motorcycle riders with no helmets. Fingers crossed they did though. ...
Snazy SE23 Topics 22 25,033 09-05-2015, 06:05 PM
  Thread: Moped/scooter thieves
Post: RE: Moped/scooter theives

Funny you should post this, I am just going through footage now of such people riding in Bellingham. I did call it in, but don't believe that anyone arrived in time to apprehend them. Truly is becom...
Snazy SE23 Topics 22 25,033 09-05-2015, 05:58 PM
  Thread: Do we need a pedestrian crossing on Perry Vale at the rear of Forest Hill station?
Post: RE: Do we need a pedestrian crossing on Perry Vale...

Interesting that 2 replies are polar opposite to each other. A crossing would 'encourage' cars to take the corner slower at best, forcing is very difficult. But point taken. Personally I have nev...
Snazy SE23 Topics 113 100,677 08-05-2015, 04:21 PM
  Thread: Do we need a pedestrian crossing on Perry Vale at the rear of Forest Hill station?
Post: RE: Experimental crossing on Perry Vale

PS, I still wonder if a temporary narrowing with right of way, like the picture, would help. [attachment=3491]
Snazy SE23 Topics 113 100,677 07-05-2015, 03:26 PM
  Thread: Do we need a pedestrian crossing on Perry Vale at the rear of Forest Hill station?
Post: Experimental crossing on Perry Vale

While out walking last weekend I noticed there were a lot of works going on along Westwood Hill and down into Sydenham. While not SE23 related, something they were using was. The zebra crossing by ...
Snazy SE23 Topics 113 100,677 07-05-2015, 03:20 PM
  Thread: Highway improvements to Dartmouth Road
Post: RE: Highway improvements to Dartmouth Road

John, point taken re reversing to get out of diagonal or similar bays, discussion is a great thing to see the bigger picture. Agree re the triangles too, was saying it the better half only the oth...
Snazy SE23 Topics 211 155,230 07-05-2015, 03:12 PM
  Thread: Highway improvements to Dartmouth Road
Post: RE: Highway improvements to Dartmouth Road

Good to see some nice debate here on the matter, for once without it spiralling into being a little bitter. Totally get the point about the reduction of the pavements in said places, but as RSH ha...
Snazy SE23 Topics 211 155,230 07-05-2015, 03:09 PM
  Thread: Highway improvements to Dartmouth Road
Post: RE: Highway improvements to Dartmouth Road

All sounds like a plan to me Deano. Box junction would be for TfL to decide, but most seem to be getting taken out these days, not put in. As lovely as open spaces are, when they have low foot fal...
Snazy SE23 Topics 211 155,230 06-05-2015, 12:22 PM
  Thread: Highway improvements to Dartmouth Road
Post: RE: Highway improvements to Dartmouth Road

Unless the plan is to damage business to the extent where no one needs to park, so no more traffic issues? I jest of course. As much as I love a good wide pavement, I also hate seeing under utilise...
Snazy SE23 Topics 211 155,230 05-05-2015, 05:05 PM
  Thread: Sainsbury's Forest Hill - Sunday Opening Hours
Post: RE: Sainsbury's Forest Hill - Sunday Opening Hours

Snobbery or slobbery, call it what you may, but my time has value too, so am rarely inclined to make a long journey to save pennies. While principles apply im sure, a small version of a large store su...
Snazy SE23 Topics 35 39,000 05-05-2015, 04:48 PM
  Thread: Power out til 11am
Post: Power out til 11am

If you are currently without electricity, the power network advise they hope it to be fully restored by 11am. Some have had an over night outage, mine only went at about 9.15 am
Snazy SE23 Topics 0 2,425 30-04-2015, 09:50 AM
  Thread: Highway improvements to Dartmouth Road
Post: RE: Highway improvements to Dartmouth Road

Indeed, it needs something for sure. Im not usually a fan of camera enforcement, but in cases like this where it has a literally crippling effect, then I would support even the threat of it.
Snazy SE23 Topics 211 155,230 29-04-2015, 05:01 PM
  Thread: Highway improvements to Dartmouth Road
Post: RE: Highway improvements to Dartmouth Road

Just a side note, I believe Red Route is restricted to roads maintained by TfL, like on Perry Vale where it just ends etc. I agree though that there has to be a reasonable compromise to discourage ...
Snazy SE23 Topics 211 155,230 29-04-2015, 04:01 PM
  Thread: Idiot drivers, this time Mayow Road
Post: RE: Idiot drivers, this time Mayow Road

Worthy investment RSH, would not be without mine now. Just ordering a base for the other car, so I can switch with ease. Very handy to have, thankfully all mine has been used for so far is idiots, ra...
Snazy Wider Topics 10 9,710 28-04-2015, 12:52 PM
  Thread: Idiot drivers, this time Mayow Road
Post: RE: Idiot drivers, this time Mayow Road

Davidl , yes you did. I have contacted TfL about the driving and sent them the clip. RSH, I agree its a little confusing, but as you say, this was WAY premature. Personally I tend to wait for the E...
Snazy Wider Topics 10 9,710 27-04-2015, 12:00 PM
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