for the residents of: Morden | Merton Park | Wimbledon Chase
The stylish folks at Metronome have decked their walls with the work of acclaimed photographer Harry Borden, with images from his own private collection.
Titled ‘Zig-a-Zig-Ah!’ the exhibition is on until the 9th October.
Admission free, but well worth sitting down and having a coffee while you admire these images of icons of the 90’s.
Full details at: https://www.metronome.life/gallery1/
After the success of last year’s Merton Park Ward Heritage Trail, local Councillor Dickie Wilkinson in collaboration with Merton Heritage officer, Sarah Gould, have put together another Merton Park Heritage Trail to celebrate Merton Heritage Discovery Day 2021.
24 historical images of Merton Park have been posted all around the ward in shop windows, on lamp posts, gateposts and trees for you to ‘happen upon’ as you take a healthy jog, walk the dog or simply stroll along to collect you morning newspaper. Continue reading “Merton Park Heritage Trail 2021”
Time to Re-discover Merton’s Heritage…
The annual Heritage Discovery Day is a popular free showcase for Merton’s colourful past.
The Discovery Day will take place at Morden Library and Merton Civic Centre between 12 and 4.30pm on Saturday 21 August.
2021 highlights will include the opportunity to take a selfie with the FA Cup and footballing heroes Continue reading “Merton Heritage Discovery Day – 2021”
Are you ready for the first ever Wandle Art Festival!?
Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th July
12pm – 5pm both days
Including work from: Continue reading “Wandle Art Festival – 2021”
Merton Park Bowls Club Open Day,
Saturday 31st May, from 2:30pm
John Innes Park
visit: mertonparkbowls.com
The John Innes Society will be hosting a plant sale on Saturday 8th May from 10:00 am – 12:30pm.
It will take place at various venues around the ward including the Coach House on Melrose Road and you can find out a full list on the John Innes Society website nearer the time.
Sustainable Merton – Upcycle & Textile Care Workshop
On Wednesday 7th April, (13:00-13:45). Sustainable Merton are hosting a workshop where you can find out how to upcycle, clothes and what to look for when shopping sustainably in the future.
* Upcycle, mend and freshen up your existing wardrobe *
* Learn how to make sustainable choices for clothes to last longer and look better *
* Minimize your spending & contribution to fast fashion by prolonging the life of your clothes *
Register for the Upcycle & Textile Care Workshop here.
Part Time Clerk
Required for small local Almshouse Charity in Merton Park.
Four Trustee Meetings per year and associated administrative work.
Applicants must be computer literate.
Salary negotiable.
For further information apply to
Charity Chairman: Reverend John Hayward
Email: vicar@stmarysmerton.org.uk
Telephone: 07958 959591
Applications by 10th May
It’s not often that the Mayor gets to make policy decisions, but in this case anyone who has queued to get in to the Garth Road re-use and recycling centre will have cause to be grateful. Sally Kenny is also the councillor for Lower Morden Ward which includes the Garth Road site:
Further information and booking can be found on the council’s Garth Road website pages
March is Women’s History Month and Heritage officer, Sarah Gould and her team of volunteers have put together a collection of local history items to celebrate womankind: https://photoarchive.merton.gov.uk/womenshistory
Free Mental Health Workshops, No referral required, can book directly online.
Provided by Merton Uplift
020 35135 888 or email: mertonwellbeing@swlstg.nhs.uk
Visit the Wimbledon Guild website: wimbledonguild.co.uk for further information.
As part of the Merton Heritage Discovery Day 2020 events, local Councillor Dickie Wilkinson in collaboration with Merton Heritage officer, Sarah Gould, have put together a Merton Park Heritage Trail
30 historical images of Merton Park have been posted all around the ward in shop windows, on lamp posts, resident’s gateposts and trees for you to ‘happen upon’ as you take a healthy jog, walk the dog or simply stroll along to collect you morning newspaper. Continue reading “Merton Park Heritage Trail”
Merton Heritage Service has put together an online series of images, quizzes and reminiscences to celebrate 75 years since VE Day. (8th May 1945). Continue reading “Merton Heritage VE Day”
Our February meeting was one of our most well-attended meetings ever! Clearly, climate change and the boundary review are topics that pique your interest and show how Merton Park residents care about the ward and the world we live in on a local and national level.
So along with our usual MPWRA Meeting Minutes February 2020 we also videoed the meeting for those of you that were unable to make it but would like to know more about Merton Council’s Climate Emergency Action Group.
Can you help?
Merton Heritage Service is currently designing a range of resources for reminiscence work to support people living with dementia. They are also devising special displays to form a sensory exhibition, open to all, but of particular benefit for people with visual and hearing impairments, adults with autism and learning difficulties.
As part of this work Merton Heritage Service need your help hunting for objects that can be included in themed memory boxes and heritage displays… Continue reading “Merton Heritage Service – Artifacts Wanted”
Mapping Merton
A new exhibition presented by The Museum of Wimbledon
This wonderful collection of maps offers a unique insight into the history and development of the Wimbledon area.
‘Mapping Merton’ is open every Saturday & Sunday from January 18th through to March 8th
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