Revenedlionalblair, it seems that you WANT this to be a rascist issue. I think you are actually the first person to have used the word BLACK. You'd have to be potty not to realise that this is an event that appeals to the black community. You suggest that I have an issue with this, where have I ever said anything about the type of people coming to Forest Hill? What makes you think that my family did not orignate from the Caribbean? Youappear to assme that the complaining residents are not black and therefore racist - take a good look in the mirror. I have made it quite clear that my concern is around the numbers of people descending on a relatively small park, in an area that is ill suited to the increasing traffic levels and potential numbers attending. How dare you try to make this about race!! I find your assertions quite digraceful.

Moving this event to a bigger location will actually IMPROVE the day, give people more space to park, music can be turned up, more stalls selling food etc. Even better for the environment where public transport links can be improved. It will also help ease some of the concerns of the local residents. How does this spoil things for Forest Hill people? Oh sorry you might have to get a bus to somewhere like Crystal Palace! Where's the racism in that? Agreed I first though of Peckham (having been brought up in Peckham I'm used to all sorts of family events being held in the park there - but Crystal Palace is an equally fine venue. No one is saying the Cook Out shouldnt happen.