Tube drivers in London are to strike across 12 days in the spring in a row over a four-day working week, the RMT has announced. Full story via @theguardian.com: www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026... #Tooting #Balham

🎤 NEW KARAOKE NIGHT IN #TOOTING every Thursday at Dirty Habits & Behind Bar in Broadway Market, 8pm to 11pm – happy hour all night! 🍹 📍Dirty Habits/Behind Bar, Broadway Market, 29 Tooting High St, SW17 0SP. More info: instagram.com/dirtyhabitsuk instagram.com/behindbarldn #ad #Balham #Wandsworth

Good luck to #Tooting's St George's Hospital Boat Club, who began their annual 24 hour fundraising row today at 1pm outside the Grosvenor wing main entrance! Their continuous row is to fundraise for St George's Hospital Charity – more info/donate: www.justgiving.com/campaign/24h...

#Tooting Bal Sanskar Group celebrated Holi last weekend! Full story: tootingnewsie.co.uk/p/holi-celeb...

Bargain Town at 57-63 #Tooting High Street has permanently closed. We'll keep you posted as to what's coming next... ---------------- For all the latest Tooting news, subscribe to our Thursday newsletter – visit tootingnewsie.substack.com/subscribe to subscribe

Happy International Women's Day, #Tooting!

Mother’s Day at The Leather Bottlele next Sunday 15 March 💐 with mouthwatering roasts, (& veggie options) + florist Lily & Stem with beautiful bouquets. And the 6 Nations on Saturday 14 March! Info in images – Book: www.leatherbottlepub.co.uk?modal=booking 📍538 Garratt Ln, SW17 0NY #ad #Tooting

COMEDY AT THE ANTELOPE IN #TOOTING this Thursday 12 March! Pat Smith will be headlining, alongside MC Andy Stedman, Adam Hopkins, Onojie Idemudia, Arie David & Chester Constable! Use code GETAWAYMARCH for £2.50 off via: getawaycomedy.com/shows/tootin... 📍 The Antelope, 76 Mitcham Rd, SW17 9PG #ad

NEW TO #TOOTING – Aromé Café at 287 Mitcham Rd has launched a bar, with a daily Happy Hour and lunch deals running every day (info in images)! 🍻🍷🍸 To find out more / book (party bookings welcome), call 07939 555 805 or email [email protected] #ad #Furzedown #Mitcham

#Tooting is blooming! Wonderful to see Springtime blossom all over Tooting and #Furzedown! 🌷🌻🪻 ---------------- For all the latest Tooting news, subscribe to our Thursday newsletter – visit tootingnewsie.substack.com/subscribe to subscribe.

#Tooting-based rugby teams Bec Belles and Tooting Bec Old Boys are looking for new players – all abilities welcome! More info: tootingnewsie.co.uk/p/rugby-play... #Balham #Earlsfield #Wandsworth

People with B negative blood type in #London (including in #Tooting and #Wandsworth) are urged to donate, as the NHS warns that supplies of this much-needed blood type are running low: tootingnewsie.co.uk/p/people-wit... #Balham #Mitcham #Wimbledon #GiveBloodNow

COMING SOON TO #EARLSFIELD/#TOOTING: Milo and the Bull, a class-based gym, is to open a branch at 25-27 Summerstown, SW17 0BQ (where Against The Grain used to be located). They plan to open in the next few weeks. We'll keep you posted...

Burger 9 have unfortunately permanently closed their unit in Broadway Market...but fear not, as they're soon opening in another London venue! Follow them at instagram.com/itsburgernine for info and updates! Farewell Munir and the team...you'll be much missed in #Tooting!

Belated photos from our first community gardening session at Fishponds. We cleared the asphalt, tidied the shed and had some nice chats. Next session Sat 7 March 11am 🪴 🪏 #tooting #gardening @tootingnewsie.bsky.social

Howden Insurance #Tooting knows how important your home is and with the rising cost of living, they're doing their best to support you (ask about their Home Challenge!) – info in images. 📍149/155 Mitcham Rd 📞 0208 672 3375 www.howdeninsurance.co.uk/tooting #ad #Wandsworth #Balham

Fares on the London Underground, Overground, Docklands Light Railway (DLR) and the Elizabeth line have risen by 5.8% as of the 1st March, reports the BBC: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... #Tooting

Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters were called to a fire at a community building on #Tooting High St this morning, Tuesday 3 March. There were no reports of any injuries. More info via London Fire Brigade: www.london-fire.gov.uk/incidents/20...

Rising costs are putting pressure on Deen City Farm – feed, hay, bedding, farrier visits, veterinary care & essential supplies are all increasing, & every animal depends on them for their wellbeing. If you can help, please visit www.justgiving.com/campaign/dee...

FREE YOGA at Hotpod Yoga South #Wimbledon every Saturday in March, 1.30pm-2.30pm – all levels welcome, just bring yourself, water & a towel! 🧘‍♀️ Book: hotpodyoga.com/studios/sout... (£2 refundable deposit required). 📍8 Morden Rd, SW19 3BH – opposite South Wimbledon tube. #ad #Tooting

There's lots happening for all ages in libraries across #Wandsworth (including #Tooting) in March! Full list of activities and libraries via: www.better.org.uk/library/lond...

#FlashbackFriday – the Grade II listed Kings Head pub has long been a familiar sight in #Tooting since it was first built in 1896. Here it is in the 1970s (we're guessing), and as you can see, not much has changed! 📷 @kingsheadtooting (Instagram)

Good luck to #Tooting resident Samantha who’s preparing to drive a second-hand 4x4 vehicle from the UK to Lviv, #Ukraine. The vehicles will be delivered specifically to women combat medics, operating in some of the most dangerous areas of the war: tootingnewsie.co.uk/p/tooting-re...

NEW TO #FURZEDOWN: Mike & Stephen have launched The Dough Gooders outside Naked Loaf at 70 Moyser Rd, serving freshly made donuts every Saturday 10am-1pm! More info via @d0ughgooders (Instagram). Congrats & good luck to Mike & Stephen! #Tooting #Streatham

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The next Mega Skip Day takes place from 9am this Saturday 28th February, in seven locations around #Wandsworth, including #Tooting. More info, including details of what you can bring and when & where the skips will be open, via Wandsworth Council: www.wandsworth.gov.uk/mega-skip-days #Balham

Hundreds of Londoners will be allowed to remain in their homes – including Britannia Point in #ColliersWood – after London Centric uncovered a plan to carry out “one of the worst mass evictions in our capital’s recent history”. Full story via London Centric: www.londoncentric.media/p/asif-aziz-...

#Wandsworth Council is proposing changes to two #Tooting public spaces – Church Lane Corner and the Bickersteth/Mitcham Rd junction – and is seeking feedback from local residents and businesses. More info/submit feedback: haveyoursay.citizenspace.com/wandsworthce... Consultation closes 29/03/26.

50% off kebabs AND kebab platters at #Tooting Turkish restaurant Broadway BBQ in Broadway Market Tooting every Tuesday until the end of March – info in images! More info and full menu via broadwaykebab.co.uk #ad #Furzedown #Balham #Wandsworth #Furzedown

Royal Mahal #Tooting’s annual Iftar Buffet returns to their Tooting Banqueting Suite, with over 40 freshly prepared dishes! Adults: £26.99pp Children under ten: £14.99pp 📍28 Upper Tooting Rd, SW17 7PG Advanced bookings only: 📞 020 8054 5292 📧 [email protected] #ad #Wandsworth #Balham

#Wandsworth Council is urging drivers to stop car idling—leaving engines running while stationary—as part of efforts to cut unnecessary air pollution, especially near schools, hospitals, and bus stops. More info via our website: tootingnewsie.co.uk/p/wandsworth...

A couple who met and married in #Tooting and have been together for 75 years believe there's no special secret to long-lasting love, and have "never had an actual row". Full story via BBC News: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Charm Bracelet Making Workshop at The Leather Bottle in #Earlsfield, Friday 27 February, 7pm! Design & assemble your own wearable treasure (shiny charms included, unique designs celebrated)! 📍Leather Bottle, 538 Garratt Ln, SW17 0NY Over-18s only. Book: t.ly/482h7 #ad #Tooting #Wandsworth

Happy Pancake Day, #Tooting! If you're enjoying pancakes today, let us know your favourite topping and/or filling in the comments!

20% OFF ALL COLLECTION ORDERS at #Tooting's Lahore Karahi until the end of February, when you order direct via their website at lahorekarahi.co.uk. Discount applied automatically at checkout. 📍1 Tooting High Street, SW17 0SN. Open 7 days a week | 10am – Midnight Book/order: lahorekarahi.co.uk #ad

COMING SOON TO #EARLSFIELD: Chango Empanadas are to open a branch at 366 Garratt Lane, where Manny Dartin was previously located. They plan to open in the next couple of weeks. We'll keep you posted... #Tooting

Happy Chinese New Year, #Tooting! 新年快樂

A beautiful rainbow 🌈 over #Tooting! Hopefully it heralds some better weather ahead (we've heard rumours of sunshine over the next few days)!

COMING SOON TO #TOOTING: Guacamoles, serving Mexican 🇲🇽 cuisine, is to open a branch in Tooting Market! They plan to open in the next couple of weeks. We'll keep you posted...

Yes this is a boring photo of asphalt at Fishponds Fields but thanks to a grant from Wandsworth Council it will soon be transformed into a thriving community garden. Email us if you’d like to get involved [email protected] @tootingnewsie.bsky.social #tooting #communitygarden

The Castle #Tooting is screening EVERY 6 Nations match! Book a private heated garden hut (seating up to 15 people) with a big screen + table service, so you never miss a moment of the action. Food & drinks available throughout! Book: www.castletooting.com 📍38 #Tooting High St, SW17 0RG #ad #Balham

Today is Fat Thursday (“Tłusty Czwartek”) 🇵🇱, the last Thursday before Lent & the perfect excuse to enjoy ‘pączki’ (Polish doughnuts) filled with a variety of delicious options at Delight-Wedlinka at 293 #Balham High Rd! They’re open until 8pm if you’d like to join in! #Tooting

#Tooting's About YU Salon offers expert styling & treatments, including side-by-side massage, full-body rituals, aesthetics, advanced skin therapies, hairdressing, discreet body waxing, manicures & pedicures. 🌐 aboutyu.co.uk 📍 166 Tooting High St 📞 020 8073 2020 #ad #Balham #Wandsworth

Going to this weekend's #Tooting Food Festival? Check out these maps of participating vendors at Tooting Market & Broadway Market! For more info, including how to purchase Food Tokens & book a free food tour, see: welcometowandsworth.com/events/v6h-t... #Balham #Wandsworth

Congratulations and good luck to #Tooting resident and Founder of A2nd Voice CIC, Dr Venessa Swaby, on being shortlisted as a finalist for the inaugural Neurodiverse Business Awards! Full info about the awards via neuroinclusivebusiness.com

Meet Rachael & Carys from #Tooting’s Staged By The Property Ladies, a home staging & interiors company helping homes sell faster – info in images! Get in touch for a free quote/chat: 📧 [email protected] 📞 020 8945 3022 🌐 www.stagedbythepropertyladies.com #ad #Balham #Wandsworth

A #Tooting resident who lost his brother to suicide has created a letter-writing platform aimed at preventing similar tragedies - and more than 600,000 messages have already been sent within a fortnight, reports @itsmylondon.bsky.social: www.mylondon.news/news/real-li...

Howden Insurance #Tooting's free book swap is going from strength to strength since launching in 2024, helping everyone in the local area experience the joy of reading – info in images! 📍 149-155 Mitcham Road, Tooting SW17 9PG. More info: howdeninsurance.co.uk/tooting

#Wandsworth Council and Enable are deciding on the final design of the playground at Garratt Green in #Tooting / #Earlsfield, and are welcoming feedback from local residents: wandsworthplay.commonplace.is/en-GB/propos... The consultation closes on Friday 27 February.

#Tooting Food Festival next weekend, 14 & 15 February, 1pm-8pm, with food, music and storytelling over a two-day celebration of food, heritage and community! For more info and to purchase food tokens, visit www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tooting-fo... #Balham #Furzedown #Wandsworth