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Thread: (Supposedly) replacement bus service
Post: (Supposedly) replacement bus service
| Anyone else had experience of the replacement service bus for journeys to London Bridge this weekend?
Ours was abysmal. 35 minute wait for an extremely overcrowded bus to come along. |
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oryx |
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07-09-2014, 01:23 AM |
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Thread: Building in Stillness Road
Post: Building in Stillness Road
| Just interested to know what the building, or development, currently being erected in Stillness Road is going to be.......is it something to do with Guy's sports ground? |
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oryx |
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19-04-2013, 09:03 PM |
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Thread: Commuting via East Croydon
Post: Commuting via East Croydon
| I wonder how many people on here work out of London and travel via East Croydon.
I've been doing it for several months now and two things puzzle me. I am thinking of contacting Southern, but wonder... |
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oryx |
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14-10-2013, 07:05 PM |
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Thread: Local history question
Post: Local history question
| Does anyone know - or can anyone remember - what the building on the South Circular, opposite the Blythe Hill Tavern used to be?
It's now painted dark blue and is a William Hill. It has the look of... |
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oryx |
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18-11-2015, 08:48 PM |
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Thread: Missing cat, SE4/SE23 border
Post: Missing cat, SE4/SE23 border
| My neighbour's cat has gone missing (since Friday) and she is extremely worried. :-(
The cat is female and dark tortoiseshell (no white bits) - she's quite distinctive looking. We're on the cusp of... |
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oryx |
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24-04-2012, 10:45 AM |
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Thread: Pubs open on Boxing Day
Post: Pubs open on Boxing Day
| Anyone know of any pubs open this evening in the HOP area?
We've got cabin fever and feel like a walk, but a walk in the dark would be much improved by a quick pub visit along the way! |
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oryx |
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26-12-2015, 05:57 PM |
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Thread: (Supposedly) replacement bus service
Post: RE: (Supposedly) replacement bus service
| I think I will complain as well. It wasn't that there was bad traffic holding up the bus as several P4s and P12s arrived in the time we were waiting. |
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oryx |
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07-09-2014, 10:48 PM |
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Thread: 1930s houses in SE23
Post: RE: 1930s houses in SE23
| I live in a 1930s terrace (though neither on Colfe nor Cranston) and find it blissfully quiet compared to my last house which was a small Victorian terrace. |
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oryx |
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14-11-2009, 01:25 AM |
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Thread: 63 Honor Oak Park (ex White Wood Shop)
Post: RE: 63 Honor Oak Park (ex White Wood Shop)
| Agree with cheeky.
And while it's nice if local businesses keep us informed via this forum (which, let's face it, is probably a small number of people in the area) it's not an obligation! |
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oryx |
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06-11-2013, 08:18 PM |
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Thread: 63 Honor Oak Park (ex White Wood Shop)
Post: RE: 63 Honor Oak Park (ex White Wood Shop)
| And also.......it's no wonder a lot of the local shopkeepers don't/don't want to engage on this forum when you read some of the quite nastily critical posts about them (cf the Local Shops thread)........ |
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oryx |
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07-11-2013, 01:49 PM |
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Thread: 63 Honor Oak Park (ex White Wood Shop)
Post: RE: 63 Honor Oak Park (ex White Wood Shop)
| I go on some forums far ruder than the Sydenham forum, believe me! ;)
I don't think some of the comments on here, negatively critical bordering on rude, are conducive to engaging with local busines... |
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oryx |
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07-11-2013, 02:20 PM |
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Thread: A plan to save the Honor Oak pub?
Post: RE: A plan to save the Honor Oak pub?
| We went to the Ivy House last Friday and it was great - so good to think it was saved from being turned into flats.
I agree with anotherjohn that the General Napier is indeed a very nice cosy pub -... |
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oryx |
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03-10-2013, 10:47 PM |
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Thread: Anika
Post: RE: Anika
| Went there last night after reading this thread - it is indeed really good & cheap! |
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oryx |
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10-04-2008, 10:03 PM |
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Thread: Anti Social Behaviour in FH & HO
Post: RE: Anti Social Behaviour in FH & HO Question
| Good post pico. I have worked in 'social' housing for many years and would agree with you.
I moved here seven years ago from a now very pricey part of SW London and this area compares very favourab... |
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oryx |
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16-09-2015, 10:53 PM |
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Thread: Antisocial Behaviour in Codrington Hill and Brockley Rise
Post: RE: Antisocial Behaviour in Codrington Hill and Br...
| Agree with you doobyscoo & Bt.
It's crazy that kids can, basically, buy explosives in the corner shop. |
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oryx |
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03-11-2012, 09:42 PM |
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Thread: Dog mess
Post: RE: Are dogs walking themselves these days?
| The council seem to stand by their mode of thinking that the pavement stencils are an adequate deterrent. I'd like to see more enforcement, and enforcement notices.
I know the problem is created by... |
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oryx |
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05-06-2009, 10:30 PM |
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Thread: attempted robbery
Post: RE: attempted robbery
| orange, did you report it to the police, and did they investigate the airport parking company? I find your story worrying as we use these facilities quite a bit. |
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oryx |
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05-01-2012, 11:35 PM |
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Thread: Life in SE23 - Eateries
Post: RE: Best takeaways?
| We used Spice Guru in Wastdale Road tonight after seeing it recommended on this thread and it was great! They use olive oil so the food tastes lighter and healthier (but just as good). |
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oryx |
Businesses & Services |
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10-11-2015, 01:05 AM |
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Thread: Big Issue seller outside Sainsbury's
Post: RE: Big Issue seller outside Sainsbury's
| God post roz. I have noticed the Big Issue seller outside FH Saisbury's but no more than that - so I don't have an axe to grind.
I met some Big Issue staff at an event a few years ago and got chatt... |
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oryx |
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09-12-2010, 01:35 AM |
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Thread: Bin disappearance
Post: RE: Bin disappearance
| <bin bore mode> we have our house number painted onto our recycling bin and regularly find it half way up the road - though they've not been too bad the last few weeks <end of bin bore mode>
<fanat... |
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oryx |
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17-01-2014, 11:18 PM |
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Thread: Black and white cat missing in Kilmorie Road
Post: RE: Black and white cat missing in Kilmorie Road
| I don't think foxes tend to attack cats.
Good luck in finding him - hope he's soon home. |
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oryx |
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10-10-2010, 06:31 PM |
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Thread: Blythe Hill Fields
Post: RE: Blythe Hill Fields Festival
| I went also - just for an hour as I was a bit pushed for time.
It was a nice little do and I thought the jazz band who played at the end were excellent. :cool: |
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oryx |
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30-06-2008, 07:08 PM |
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Thread: ADT security consultants cold calling
Post: RE: Bogus ADT security consultants cold calling?
| I had them round a few weeks ago and yes, like many people here I found them rude and pushy. I don't do rude and pushy so I said a firm 'no thanks' and close the door.
The thing with most of these ... |
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oryx |
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03-03-2014, 12:40 AM |
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Thread: ADT security consultants cold calling
Post: RE: Bogus ADT security consultants cold calling?
| That's disgraceful.
I agree with the CAB that cold-calling should be banned. At best it's a nuisance, at worst it means people getting ripped off. I'm amazed that any reputable company uses it - I... |
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oryx |
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15-03-2014, 06:12 PM |
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Thread: Brockley Jack
Post: RE: Brockley Jack
| I must say I really like the Brockley Jack. I'd agree with Wayfarer that the food is decent and reasonably priced.
It never seems to be either crowded or dead, and the music is just the right volum... |
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oryx |
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12-05-2009, 09:02 PM |
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Thread: Cat loving pet sitter for my precious cat
Post: RE: Cat loving pet sitter for my precious cat
| Another recommendation for Catcalls. They served me well for years. We now have a mutual cat-sitting agreement with next door, but if I needed to use another catsitter they'd be first n my list. |
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oryx |
Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found |
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23-02-2013, 02:46 AM |
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Thread: Coffee shop at HOP station priced out
Post: RE: Coffee shop at HOP station priced out
| Oh no, that's really bad news - not only is he a nice bloke but the coffee is pretty decent as well - if I have time I will always use his coffee stall rather than the chains at London Bridge or East ... |
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oryx |
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19-10-2014, 11:22 PM |
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Thread: Coffee shop at HOP station priced out
Post: RE: Coffee shop at HOP station priced out
| Looks like LOROL are playing on the fact that the area has gentrified in the last decade: 'an increasingly popular residential area'.....'many of the shops ....have been upgraded'........
I have a ... |
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oryx |
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20-10-2014, 10:23 PM |
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Thread: Coffee shop at HOP station priced out
Post: RE: Coffee shop at HOP station priced out
| Yeah, I find most coffee chains do!
I much prefer to buy one at Dave's kiosk but am so often in a terrible rush. :blush: |
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oryx |
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20-10-2014, 10:53 PM |
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Thread: Commuting via East Croydon
Post: RE: Commuting via East Croydon
| Thanks for that - all interesting stuff. Glad I'm not the only one.
I thought there were more regular train from EC before the Overground but couldn't quite remember!
The response from Southern... |
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oryx |
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15-10-2013, 10:10 PM |
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Thread: Commuting via East Croydon
Post: RE: Commuting via East Croydon
| The 197 doesn't go near me but you are spot-on about the paucity of Southern's service from an important local transport hub. |
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oryx |
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17-10-2013, 11:57 PM |
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Thread: Constant DIY (rant!)
Post: RE: Constant DIY (rant!)
| I experienced DIY hell in my last place - to the extent of contacting my local council, having strong words with my neighbours etc. (who had said they were doing a 'little bit of work' when they moved... |
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oryx |
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31-03-2014, 10:38 PM |
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Thread: Crime Prevention
Post: RE: Crime Prevention
| I heard he'd rammed the Lamborghini into something. |
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oryx |
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01-12-2011, 12:12 AM |
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Thread: Crofton Park Trains
Post: RE: Crofton Park Trains
| The main issue I find with trains from Crofton Park is the huge, dangerous gap between the carriage step and the platform edge. It is a nightmare with a suitcase and must be very difficult, verging on... |
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oryx |
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05-01-2015, 12:31 AM |
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Thread: Decent people
Post: RE: Decent people
| While I applaud anyone who stands up to thieves, and hope they get punished (if not for this then for the next crime they commit) I find the assumption that they are on the dole, as are other 'losers'... |
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16-04-2012, 06:34 PM |
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Thread: Decent people
Post: RE: Decent people
| How did you now these people were on the dole - did they show you their signing on cards?:rofl:
I'm not just referring to your comments BTW. This isn't the first time I've heard people on here jump... |
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oryx |
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16-04-2012, 07:50 PM |
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Thread: Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Post: RE: Dietrich Bonhoeffer
| That's a very interesting and moving tale - thanks for drawing our attention to it. |
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oryx |
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01-07-2013, 11:42 PM |
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Thread: 76-78 Honor Oak Park (ex Old Bank)
Post: RE: Disaster The Old Bank to become a Dominoes piz...
| Just signed the petition. It would be a tragedy for this lovely building to become part of a takeaway chain.
The other thing is, it will take business away from the existing fast food shops in HOP. |
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oryx |
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15-09-2011, 10:15 PM |
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Thread: Dog Fouling
Post: RE: Dog Fouling
| Although this couple are unnecessarily aggressive, I also wouldn't want to be filmed, have it uploaded to a public forum, have my address clearly identified and be described as 'clearly unhinged'. |
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oryx |
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20-10-2014, 10:42 PM |
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Thread: Dog Fouling
Post: RE: Dog Fouling
| @ Londondrz........I don't know where you got the idea from that I am defending the elderly couple's 'civil liberties' by saying I wouldn't like this to be filmed etc. if it was me. Or indeed suggesti... |
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oryx |
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21-10-2014, 11:05 PM |
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Thread: Dog fouling
Post: RE: Dog fouling around Garthorne Road
| Yes, I've noticed an upsurge in this problem recently (I'm close to Stillness Rd and walk down to the station that way quite frequently. I'm glad the evenings are getting lighter as I don't want to st... |
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oryx |
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25-02-2011, 12:03 AM |
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Thread: Dog fouling
Post: RE: Dog fouling around Garthorne Road
| I'd be the first to say the problem isn't actually caused by the Council and is caused by irresponsible dog owners - however, as a local authority they have responsibility for enforcement and for ensu... |
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25-02-2011, 07:24 PM |
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Thread: Dog fouling
Post: RE: Dog fouling around Garthorne Road
| Yes, I wondered about the supposed correlation between homeownership/parenthood and lack of dog-fouling! |
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01-03-2011, 12:40 AM |
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Thread: Dog fouling
Post: RE: Dog fouling around Garthorne Road
| Being a parent or being childfree isn't a class issue but renting v. homeownership is.
SoutheastEze did say that 'Perhaps a lot of the foulers (if you excuse the pun) are not homeowners or do not h... |
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01-03-2011, 06:36 PM |
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Thread: Dog mess
Post: RE: Dog mess in HOP
| I contacted Love Lewisham about Stillness Road, which was a waste of time -still no response. Councillor next, methinks. |
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oryx |
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28-03-2008, 11:51 PM |
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Thread: Dog mess
Post: RE: Dog mess in HOP
| Yes, we got one of those letters as I suppose did everyone in the area.
I suspect the Council are taking too much of a softly softly approach. I am not impressed with the yellow pavement signs whic... |
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oryx |
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15-05-2008, 11:02 PM |
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Thread: Dog mess
Post: RE: Dog mess in HOP
| [quote=councillorsusanwise]
Oryx, Lewisham Council is not taking a softly, softly approach to what is a very serious subject, and is just one of the current demonstrations of irresponsible dog owners... |
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oryx |
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23-05-2008, 09:17 PM |
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Thread: Donde Tapas Bar Closing in Honor Oak Park
Post: RE: Donde Tapas Bar Closing in Honor Oak Park
| While the OH and I had one too many 'Fawlty Towers' style experiences to keep going back there, it was a popular local restaurant and lots of people seemed to like it.
Sad to see a local independen... |
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oryx |
Businesses & Services |
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28-10-2017, 01:14 AM |
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Thread: Dropped kerb enforcement - Lewisham
Post: RE: Dropped kerb enforcement - Lewisham
| When I worked in Sydenham a few years ago some **** accused me of blocking his exit (I wasn't) - this was a delivery lorry rather than a private home, but the response from Lewisham council was that t... |
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oryx |
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07-03-2011, 10:54 PM |
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Thread: Early morning flight path
Post: RE: Early morning flight path
| I've definitely noticed more plane noise recently, and it was terrible early yesterday morning. I am in the Honor Oak Park area.
I'm going to email them. Thanks for the link, Scotslass. |
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oryx |
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31-01-2013, 02:00 PM |
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