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  Thread: Treadmill for sale
Post: Treadmill for sale

I am reluctantly selling my Reebok i-Run treadmill and wanted to give fellow SE23ers first refusal. It has been barely used (I would estimate less than 50 km of total distance in 18 months of ownershi...
Bcm Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 0 2,422 31-05-2012, 12:27 PM
  Thread: Free slate, travertine tiles and building materials
Post: Free slate, travertine tiles and building material...

After the completion of some major works I am giving away some tiles and materials foc. There's some sand, lime and grout, enough travertine for a small cloak room or loo and some black slate as well....
Bcm Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 0 2,677 13-05-2012, 10:45 AM
  Thread: For sale, as-new ceiling lamp in iron and glass
Post: RE: For sale, as-new ceiling lamp in iron and glas...

Now £10, looking to free up space this week
Bcm Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 1 3,799 01-05-2012, 10:01 PM
  Thread: Flowers at Hop Station
Post: Flowers at Hop Station

I noticed today in the hideous weather the fine people from the Forest Hill Society planting flowers at HOP station. You guys are a credit to the area. :thumbsup:
Bcm SE23 Topics 5 7,599 28-04-2012, 03:56 PM
  Thread: For sale, as-new ceiling lamp in iron and glass
Post: For sale, as-new ceiling lamp in iron and glass

Due to a change in decor I am selling this lovely ceiling light. £20 and its yours, collection from Honor Oak near the station. PM me if you want it! Comes with all screws and bulbs, and is in as-n...
Bcm Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 1 3,799 26-04-2012, 10:45 AM
  Thread: New Sainsburys, 55-59 Honor Oak Park
Post: RE: Planning Application: IndoBangla / Honor Oak T...

I attended the meeting. Calm1's notes are spot on, I don't think anything relevant is missing. All in all the meeting served as a forum for people to raise heartfelt objections and support, but little...
Bcm SE23 Topics 349 322,599 20-04-2012, 04:58 PM
  Thread: New Sainsburys, 55-59 Honor Oak Park
Post: RE: Planning Application: IndoBangla / Honor Oak T...

For those having trouble picturing where tonight's meeting will be taking place, the "orange google man" link is here; http://g.co/maps/hxjr2 For some reason I thought it was in crofton park bef...
Bcm SE23 Topics 349 322,599 19-04-2012, 05:03 PM
  Thread: Watch the sky
Post: RE: Watch the sky

Great photos!
Bcm Wider Topics 17 14,251 18-04-2012, 10:40 PM
  Thread: BT Broadband - Forest Hill Exchange Upgrade
Post: RE: BT Broadband - Forest Hill Exchange Upgrade

Plusnet is owned by bt, has been since 2007
Bcm Wider Topics 163 202,572 15-04-2012, 12:13 PM
  Thread: Planning Application - 113 Bovill Road
Post: RE: Planning Application - 113 Bovill Road

The Forest Hill society is sending a formal objection to the plans. The scale of the block is not in keeping with the character of the road.
Bcm SE23 Topics 7 13,007 12-04-2012, 07:13 PM
  Thread: Local carpenter to build a fitted cupboard
Post: Local carpenter to build a fitted cupboard

I need to have a fitted cupboard built into a chimney breast alcove. Can anyone recommend someone they have used? I tried Peter Miles but he is booked up until July (!).
Bcm Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 0 2,395 07-04-2012, 10:31 AM
  Thread: need to get a new TV- advice sought!
Post: RE: need to get a new TV- advice sought!

I heartily recommend this: http://www.expertreviews.co.uk/tvs/1285489/samsung-ue40d6530 I recently got one for my parents and it is spectacular in quality, picture, features aesthetics and value...
Bcm Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 14 13,147 15-03-2012, 07:27 PM
  Thread: Move to HOP?
Post: RE: Move to HOP?

The area in Hop where you are looking is an excellent choice. 5 mins from the station, quiet and with easy access to the town's amenities. As well as The Honor Oak I regularly enjoy a pint in the Try ...
Bcm Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 8 8,979 14-03-2012, 09:54 AM
  Thread: Extend 63 Bus to Honor Oak Park Station?
Post: RE: Extend 63 Bus to Honor Oak Park Station?

Not sure if the ends justify the means...
Bcm SE23 Topics 85 93,610 28-02-2012, 10:56 PM
  Thread: Free matt white paint, decorative garden wood chips, wood and laminate flooring
Post: Free matt white paint, decorative garden wood chip...

Having a clear out - help yourself, it's on the pavement on Agnew road in HOP . Big flagon of white matt emulsion Full pot of classic cream paint Brand new pack of beech laminate floor Full bag ...
Bcm Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 0 3,014 26-02-2012, 05:23 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza?

Great news and thanks to everyone here for their help and support. I'll now start proactively trying to find a suitable tennant for the site :)
Bcm SE23 Topics 736 625,590 15-02-2012, 09:50 PM
  Thread: Beautiful Victoria Fireplace for sale
Post: RE: Beautiful Victoria Fireplace for sale

I am revising this down to 349 ono. Pictures don't do it justice!
Bcm Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 1 3,700 12-02-2012, 06:18 PM
  Thread: BT Broadband - Forest Hill Exchange Upgrade
Post: RE: BT Broadband - Forest Hill Exchange Upgrade

I too have just had ftth installed, installation was on time and everything went smoothly. Achieving between 65-90 mbit/s down and 15 up. It is worlds apart from the O2 adsl I had previously, especial...
Bcm Wider Topics 163 202,572 11-02-2012, 09:07 PM
  Thread: Beautiful Victoria Fireplace for sale
Post: Beautiful Victoria Fireplace for sale

I have for sale a stunning tiled Victorian fireplace. I am selling the solid wood surround, the iron fireplace, and fireproof backing, a solid granite hearth, a lovely brass fender, as well as a grate...
Bcm Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 1 3,700 08-02-2012, 11:47 PM
  Thread: Anyone for tennis?
Post: RE: Anyone for tennis?

There's some in catford near homebase too
Bcm Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 13 9,510 08-02-2012, 10:42 PM
  Thread: Honor Oak pet shop
Post: RE: Honor Oak pet shop

Don't forget the huge pet shop in ladywell. Particularly good for fish!
Bcm Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 15 15,659 08-02-2012, 10:41 PM
  Thread: Mason's site, Ladywell
Post: RE: Mason's site, Ladywell

You sure did!
Bcm Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 8 8,486 06-02-2012, 09:13 PM
  Thread: New Sainsburys, 55-59 Honor Oak Park
Post: RE: Planning Application: IndoBangla / Honor Oak T...

I love the Honor Oak Supermarket and use it regularly for basic staples, but there is no getting away from the fact that its selection of fresh fruit and vegetables is terrible - as it is for the othe...
Bcm SE23 Topics 349 322,599 05-02-2012, 05:28 PM
  Thread: New Sainsburys, 55-59 Honor Oak Park
Post: RE: Planning Application: IndoBangla / Honor Oak T...

I do think people should curb their enthusiasm (or outrage) until we find out what company is actually coming to the parade. Sainsbury may well enhance people's lives (fresh fruit and veg is sorely mi...
Bcm SE23 Topics 349 322,599 30-01-2012, 09:48 PM
  Thread: Pub Function Rooms in SE23 and surrounds
Post: RE: Pub Function Rooms in SE23 and surrounds

Have you tried The Honor Oak?
Bcm Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 2 4,381 29-01-2012, 09:59 AM
  Thread: Garthorne Road
Post: RE: Garthorne Road

A lovely part of HOP to live, I would highly recommend it :-)
Bcm SE23 Topics 8 9,212 28-01-2012, 11:58 AM
  Thread: BT Broadband - Forest Hill Exchange Upgrade
Post: RE: BT Broadband - Forest Hill Exchange Upgrade

My fibre to the home 100mbps infinity is installed in 10 days, I will post feedback once it's in. Vroom!
Bcm Wider Topics 163 202,572 24-01-2012, 08:50 PM
  Thread: Loads of spare timber
Post: RE: Loads of spare timber

Hi, a fair mixture of both! It's a tonne of wood I've kept over the years thinking 'that will come in handy' :)
Bcm Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 3 4,135 21-01-2012, 01:27 PM
  Thread: Loads of spare timber
Post: Loads of spare timber

Various lengths sizes and conditions! Having a clear out this weekend so will need to be collected from Honor oak park if you are interested. Pm me for details!
Bcm Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 3 4,135 21-01-2012, 12:58 AM
  Thread: Works behind HOP between Ballina and Gabriel
Post: RE: Works behind HOP between Ballina and Gabriel

I think the applicant has done a very sensitive job, the new houses are an impressive match for the adjacent Victorian terrace.
Bcm SE23 Topics 2 3,944 18-01-2012, 08:31 PM
  Thread: Sony HD DVD Player for Sale (Brand New - Receipt included)
Post: RE: Sony HD DVD Player for Sale (Brand New - Recei...

Just to clarify this is an upscaling DVD player, not an HD DVD player (the now defunct standard that competed with blu ray for a while). McRee you got me all excited :rofl:.
Bcm Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 4 7,125 09-01-2012, 08:39 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza?

I've submitted the official campaign response to the appeal by email (today is the final date for responses) so now we just have to wait and see. If the appeal is rejected we can then hopefully set ab...
Bcm SE23 Topics 736 625,590 29-12-2011, 04:21 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza

[QUOTE]I think someone already suggested it but an excellent location for a Dominoes would be the empty Angle Bar on corner of Brockley Rise and South Circular - plenty of room for bikes and ideal as ...
Bcm SE23 Topics 736 625,590 16-11-2011, 03:15 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza

The reason it's helpful to assist Dominos with their locating a suitable site is because they tried, and failed, to do so previously. As a multinational corporation, their agents may not be as aware o...
Bcm SE23 Topics 736 625,590 16-11-2011, 02:57 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza

The problem was always inappropriate change of use on this site, not an objection to Dominos, though naturally the application will have created negative feelings towards them as an organisation for s...
Bcm SE23 Topics 736 625,590 16-11-2011, 01:13 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza

The application has been refused! To everyone who took the time and effort to object and campaign against this unsuitable change in use, well done! The council rejected the application on the followin...
Bcm SE23 Topics 736 625,590 16-11-2011, 09:20 AM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza

Thanks Deano I feel much better about the situation after your sage advice to 'relax and order a pizza'.
Bcm SE23 Topics 736 625,590 18-10-2011, 10:58 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza

An excellent letter from the FHS. Baboonery, I can see your point, but a lot of people feel very passionate about the issue, especially when the proposed site is right on their doorstep. Some over...
Bcm SE23 Topics 736 625,590 14-10-2011, 06:14 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza

I rang willmotts and was told the unit is not for sale and is under offer in terms of letting (dominos). He wasnt interested in further discussion, I guess considering it a done deal. The Evening stan...
Bcm SE23 Topics 736 625,590 12-10-2011, 11:41 AM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza

I would be willing to put my money where my mouth is. The rent is 30k a year, however and I have no experience in the restaurant trade. I have no idea regarding sale price. Refitting for a pub would b...
Bcm SE23 Topics 736 625,590 11-10-2011, 06:22 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza

The posted planning drawing on the blog has a glass entrance door in place of the original wooden ones there now, has hideous corporate coloured signage and frankly looks dreadful. As far as I can see...
Bcm SE23 Topics 736 625,590 07-10-2011, 10:42 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza

Well done to everyone who came along to support our cause and help out at the photo-shoot last night. Despite the cold weather peopled showed up in impressive numbers and brought banners and placards ...
Bcm SE23 Topics 736 625,590 07-10-2011, 08:45 AM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza

Hi nitoda, I am surprised but it would be great if true! Would you be able to paste a copy of the letter you received?
Bcm SE23 Topics 736 625,590 03-10-2011, 05:09 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza

I'd be very happy to join you at the meeting
Bcm SE23 Topics 736 625,590 30-09-2011, 08:40 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Domino's Pizza

That puts to bed the notion of dominos affording the parade any aesthetic consideration then. Those who opose should sign the petition and contact lewisham planning dept if they have not already.
Bcm SE23 Topics 736 625,590 27-09-2011, 07:07 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: The Old Bank to become a Dominoes Pizza

237 signed and counting. Lewisham council please take note!
Bcm SE23 Topics 736 625,590 20-09-2011, 09:17 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: Petition against the Old Bank site in Honor Oa...

Over 100 signatures already, well done everyone!
Bcm SE23 Topics 736 625,590 18-09-2011, 10:54 AM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: Disaster The Old Bank to become a Dominoes piz...

Hi ElenorA, thanks for your offer of some help, I tried to PM you but the option doesn't appear (I'm probably being dense!). If you wouldn't mind pm'ing me your email address I'll gladly send you the ...
Bcm SE23 Topics 736 625,590 16-09-2011, 03:12 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: Disaster The Old Bank to become a Dominoes piz...

A poster is a good idea. I have made up an A4 template that makes 4 mini leaflets. I will be posting them locally over the next few days as I am sure not enough people know about the forum. If any...
Bcm SE23 Topics 736 625,590 15-09-2011, 08:18 PM
  Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: Disaster The Old Bank to become a Dominoes piz...

I posted a formal objection to the Council today. I have to say the people i spoke to in the planning office were exceptionally helpful: [Quote] Dear Sirs, I am writing to formally object to pl...
Bcm SE23 Topics 736 625,590 15-09-2011, 06:24 PM