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  Thread: Jobbing gardener
Post: Jobbing gardener

Looking for a jobbing gardener to do a day or two of work - clearing weeds, trimming bushes, that sort of thing - now that spring is here. PM any recommendations or interest.
Loncdl Businesses & Services 0 4,583 07-04-2018, 10:05 PM
  Thread: Painter / decorator?
Post: Painter / decorator?

Can anyone recommend a painter / decorator to do up a bedroom? One wallpaper wall and three paint walls needed. Ta.
Loncdl Businesses & Services 0 2,366 02-01-2018, 11:06 PM
  Thread: Cleaner wanted
Post: Cleaner wanted

Looking for a friendly and reliable cleaner to do a four hour a week clean in Forest Hill, with a spot of ironing. Ideally, will be available for interviews next weekend (5/6) (but flex on that) and ...
Loncdl Businesses & Services 0 2,031 30-07-2017, 07:32 AM
  Thread: Golf in the area
Post: RE: Golf in the area

Thanks for the suggestion - will do
Loncdl Businesses & Services 2 2,827 04-05-2017, 11:24 PM
  Thread: Golf in the area
Post: Golf in the area

Anyone know how you get to play at the Aquarius Golf Club (the one on the reservoir)? I've filled in the form on their website a couple of times but no one has come back to me and there doesn't seem ...
Loncdl Businesses & Services 2 2,827 01-05-2017, 02:52 PM
  Thread: Train Disruption Due to Sinkhole on Track
Post: RE: Train Disruption Due to Sinkhole on Track

Grrr this is going to take forever to sort out isn't it... Why didn't I book my holiday in July instead of August!!??
Loncdl SE23 Topics 20 18,623 19-07-2016, 09:38 PM
  Thread: Life in SE23 - Eateries
Post: RE: Life in SE23 - Eateries

Stunned there are any negative comments on here re Hattush. Went last night for the first time, place was heaving on a Tuesday night and food and service were wonderful. Real local asset. Maybe the...
Loncdl Businesses & Services 122 114,799 01-06-2016, 08:26 AM
  Thread: Consultation on Controlled Parking Zone in Forest Hill
Post: RE: Consultation on Controlled Parking Zone in For...

This is all totally ridiculous. Over bearing solutions to a problem that doesn't really exist from our one party state council.
Loncdl SE23 Topics 127 123,204 18-11-2015, 07:44 PM
  Thread: Hills & Parkes Closed
Post: RE: Hills & Parkes "closed until further notice"

A real shame, but some of the problems identified above are spot on. I sometimes thought I'd pop in on a Sunday... But it was never open. Then I'd go in for a loaf of bread at lunchtime... And they'...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 43 36,717 01-10-2015, 10:38 PM
  Thread: 36 Honor Oak Road (ex Hamilton Lodge Care Home)
Post: RE: 36 Honor Oak Road (ex Hamilton Lodge Care Home...

To be fair 67Park I don't think Lewisham Council have executed anyone with anti aircraft fire for falling asleep in a meeting, though it might liven their proceedings up a bit...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 224 190,876 13-05-2015, 09:37 PM
  Thread: Catalytic converter theft
Post: RE: Catalytic converter theft

Correction - realised this morning it was Buckthorne not Grierson Rd (always thought it was the same road all way from HOP to Crof Pk stations but realise now it isn't).
Loncdl SE23 Topics 1 3,543 09-02-2015, 09:03 AM
  Thread: Catalytic converter theft
Post: Catalytic converter theft

Word of warning - I had my catalytic converter stolen from my car on Grierson Rd in HOP this week. Chap at garage says there's a gang in the area doing the rounds at the moment. Going to cost me sev...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 1 3,543 07-02-2015, 09:42 PM
  Thread: 36 Honor Oak Road (ex Hamilton Lodge Care Home)
Post: RE: 36 Honor Oak Road (ex Hamilton Lodge Care Home...

Yes come on TLERA - isn't this precisely what you're meant to be for? Ratchet up campaign now!
Loncdl SE23 Topics 224 190,876 28-10-2014, 12:14 AM
  Thread: Forest Hill article in The London Economic
Post: RE: Forest Hill article in The London Economic

Interesting. I have wondered for a while whether we might reach a tipping point at which the younger "professional classes" begin to decide, in their droves, never mind the job opportunities, sod Lon...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 41 39,608 02-10-2014, 09:07 PM
  Thread: The Capitol to close
Post: RE: Capitol to close

This would be catastrophic. Big turnout for a petition opposing the church if it turns out to be true. All in favour of a cinema.
Loncdl SE23 Topics 238 243,700 16-07-2014, 09:20 PM
  Thread: The Capitol to close
Post: RE: Capitol to close

Can someone clarify: I think it would absolutely wonderful if the Capitol was turned into a cinema. However, having read all the way down the chain I'm none the wiser - is this actually happening or ...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 238 243,700 26-06-2014, 09:30 PM
  Thread: Builder / damp specialist
Post: Builder / damp specialist

Can anyone recommend a builder (or someone who you know would be good at this) who could come and diagnose and sort out a problem we have with some damp on walls next to two old blocked off chimney br...
Loncdl Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 0 1,930 22-06-2014, 08:31 PM
  Thread: Cleaner wanted
Post: Cleaner wanted

Is anyone / can anyone recommend a potential new house cleaner? For approx. 3 hours a week. PM if so. Thanks.
Loncdl Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 0 1,750 24-05-2014, 01:29 PM
  Thread: Plasterer wanted (I think...)
Post: Plasterer wanted (I think...)

Looking for someone to replace (probably) a sagging ceiling... pls PM me if you're the person for the job, or with any recommendations... wanting to get cracking ASAP.
Loncdl Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 0 1,828 14-04-2014, 08:55 PM
  Thread: Horniman School - no bulge class
Post: RE: Horniman School - no bulge class

Anyone want to set up a free school? What was that other thread about Hamilton Lodge being up for sale...? (No I'm not seriously volunteering for this one!)
Loncdl SE23 Topics 21 24,256 04-04-2014, 05:08 PM
  Thread: Horniman School - no bulge class
Post: RE: Horniman School - no bulge class

Likewise - we were also told that this was a done deal (to the point of being talked through the timing of the development). Maybe different people got different messages on different days. Comp...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 21 24,256 02-04-2014, 01:09 PM
  Thread: Horniman School - no bulge class
Post: RE: Horniman School - no bulge class

As a lawyer and an interested party here, I'd say this decision by Lewisham Council is highly susceptible to judicial review (i.e., being overturned by the High Court). By openly advertising that the...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 21 24,256 01-04-2014, 11:04 PM
  Thread: Capitol shows films for first time in 40 years
Post: RE: Capitol shows films for first time in 40 years

Now wouldn't it be wonderful if it could stop being a Wetherspoons and be turned back permanently into the cinema it once was...?
Loncdl SE23 Topics 15 12,663 19-03-2014, 11:51 PM
  Thread: fence repair person?
Post: fence repair person?

A fence panel in our garden blew down in the storm last night. PM me if you're someone who could repair this (or can recommend anyone who could). Thanks
Loncdl Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 0 2,265 26-01-2014, 06:05 PM
  Thread: Junction of London Road and Honor Oak Road
Post: RE: London Road Junction with Honor Oak Road

Glad this is being looked at. As previous commenters have noted, the traffic lights on Honor Oak Rd which stay on green for about three seconds before going back to red are a nightmare, while the lig...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 58 53,759 15-01-2014, 11:06 PM
  Thread: 63 Honor Oak Park (ex White Wood Shop)
Post: RE: 63 Honor Oak Park (ex White Wood Shop)

Totally agree with other recent posters. Rob was terrific when we sold our house (and moved elsewhere in FH), has been great at commenting on this forum previously when really he doesn't have to, and...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 133 153,267 07-11-2013, 12:01 AM
  Thread: Where did you live before you came to SE23?
Post: RE: Where did you live before you came to SE23?

Another ex-Clapham renter ( a common tale...) Never looked back - love the area. My wishlist would include something good taking the place of the eyesore of the old launderette opposite the statio...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 73 59,742 17-09-2013, 09:59 PM
  Thread: Forest Hill Pools
Post: RE: Forest Hill Pools

They undoubtedly missed a big trick by not making it bigger the pool bigger than it is. But - it is what it is, and despite my initial disappointment I'd much rather be with it than without it...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 2,074 2,031,284 29-07-2013, 09:34 PM
  Thread: Planning: 2-4 London Road FH (Launderette)
Post: RE: Planning: 2-4 London Road FH (Launderette)

Totally bizarre. I thought the FH Society was a good thing til I read all this. Now I'm less sure...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 156 138,297 24-06-2013, 10:12 PM
  Thread: Parking ticket woes at Pearcefield Av (Sainsbury's) car park....
Post: RE: Parking ticket woes at Pearcefield Av (Sainsbu...

Speaking as someone who has been stupid enough to get a ticket in that car park because I thought it was Sunday (when you don't need a ticket) when actually it was Saturday (when you do), to be fair, ...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 22 27,080 05-03-2013, 12:14 AM
  Thread: Change Flow of Traffic On Devonshire Road
Post: RE: Change Flow of Traffic On Devonshire Road

I was stuck behind that Mexican stand off this morning. I eventually turned round, went up Hengrave and took the long route along Honor Oak Road... and it was still going on when I drove past Devonsh...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 20 19,081 06-02-2013, 10:57 PM
  Thread: Nice Sunday Drives To The Countryside
Post: RE: Nice Sunday Drives To The Countryside

Thanks for the tips Shimmysister and Michael. Plenty to try out there already!
Loncdl Wider Topics 13 20,239 11-01-2013, 12:33 AM
  Thread: Nice Sunday Drives To The Countryside
Post: Nice Sunday Drives To The Countryside

Where do Forest Hill-ers rate for this? Preferably no more than an hour or so - two small children to entertain. Not Leeds Castle - been there, done that...
Loncdl Wider Topics 13 20,239 10-01-2013, 11:18 PM
  Thread: Rail services during the Olympics
Post: RE: Rail services during the Olympics

Only if we're prepared to pay Bob Crow and his mates an extra grand every week...
Loncdl Wider Topics 30 28,176 27-06-2012, 09:52 PM
  Thread: Closure of London Bridge (upper station) in 2015
Post: RE: Closure of London Bridge (upper station) in 20...

Oh bloody hell. And there was me relieved that the 4 years of disruption and closures at Blackfriars to where I commute in the morning was finally coming to an end... Makes you want to move out befor...
Loncdl Wider Topics 36 40,379 10-04-2012, 09:47 PM
  Thread: Burglary in SE23
Post: RE: Burglary in SE23

Folks, you may want to bear in mind the sub judice rules before commenting further on this. Don't want anyone getting into trouble, or our friend arguing he can't have a fair trial...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 44 43,456 04-04-2012, 09:42 PM
  Thread: Horniman Licence Application
Post: The Horniman and the 14,999

The Horniman's application to serve alcohol to up to 14,999 people. What's that all about then?
Loncdl SE23 Topics 114 89,047 09-03-2012, 03:36 PM
  Thread: Planning: Nursery at Liphook Crescent
Post: RE: Planning Application: Nursery at Liphook Cresc...

The Chairman of the Association (who incidentally seems to be about 12 - is that an ageist comment in the other direction?) made a sensible statement at the end to the effect that despite the ringing ...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 666 530,534 09-03-2012, 03:32 PM
  Thread: Planning: Nursery at Liphook Crescent
Post: RE: Planning Application: Nursery at Liphook Cresc...

Morning Thunder, I wish it was possible to "like" posts on here, Facebook-style - "it is a nursery not a chemical weapons factory" had us in stitches here! For me, this whole debate boils down to t...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 666 530,534 06-03-2012, 11:43 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza?

That would be fantastic news if true - if combined with a Sainsbury's Local opposite, it would be a sign of a parade really on the up. Fingers crossed...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 736 621,570 01-03-2012, 03:28 PM
  Thread: Curtain rail fitting?
Post: Curtain rail fitting?

Can anyone recommend someone who could supply and fit a curtain rail for a small bay window? Pls do PM if you do. Thanks
Loncdl Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 0 2,192 13-02-2012, 10:40 PM
  Thread: Planning: Nursery at Liphook Crescent
Post: RE: Planning Application: Nursery at Liphook Cresc...

Dear Saddened and Co I am pleased to see that matters have already been straightened out and poor old Jason's name cleared without me having to draw attention to the fact that it was my comment not...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 666 530,534 07-02-2012, 11:31 PM
  Thread: Is SE23 ready for snow this time?
Post: RE: Is SE23 ready for snow this time?

I understand there is a covenant preventing snow from setting up in business in Forest Hill. This must be strictly enforced...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 17 14,701 04-02-2012, 07:22 PM
  Thread: Planning: Nursery at Liphook Crescent
Post: RE: Planning Application: Nursery at Liphook Cresc...

So just to be clear: - The TLERA is emailing people saying that to hold a special general meeting their constitution requires a written request signed by 15 households, including a statement regard...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 666 530,534 03-02-2012, 11:57 PM
  Thread: Planning: Nursery at Liphook Crescent
Post: RE: Planning Application: Nursery at Liphook Cresc...

I'm intrigued by the comment from the TLERA chairman that: "Finally, it should be noted that there is currently no injunction awarded by the courts to force the closure of the nursery. It appears a...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 666 530,534 27-01-2012, 12:12 AM
  Thread: Planning: Nursery at Liphook Crescent
Post: RE: Planning Application: Nursery at Liphook Cresc...

This seems an extraordinary decision. Are the Piplings owners planning an appeal? From what I've researched online, there is a right of appeal to the Lands Tribunal if you can show that a restrictiv...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 666 530,534 25-01-2012, 12:37 AM
  Thread: Assemble IKEA furniture?
Post: Assemble IKEA furniture?

Anyone know anyone who will assemble and install IKEA furniture (specifically, four Billy bookcases, two children's cupboards and possibly a filing cabinet) in return for payment of an appropriate fee...
Loncdl Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 0 2,936 03-12-2011, 03:31 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza

One thing that no one seems to have mentioned on here so far is a consumer boycott of Domino's Pizza. Few things make corporates sit up and take notice more than hitting them in the pocket. I love a...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 736 621,570 17-10-2011, 10:15 PM
  Thread: Flight Paths over SE23
Post: RE: Flight Paths over SE23

Seems to me the air traffic overhead is incredibly low and noisy today. I've lived here 5 years and never noticed it before. Anyone know if anything has changed / why this should be? Is it just a b...
Loncdl SE23 Topics 72 69,900 12-07-2010, 10:03 PM
  Thread: Anyone for football
Post: RE: 5-a-side football

yes - have you got any other takers?
Loncdl Wider Topics 42 38,615 20-07-2008, 08:52 AM
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