NEW BOOK 📚 Wimbledon – 100 Landmarks and Their Histories We are delighted to announce the publication of local resident Neal Ransome’s new book, revealing the stories and history behind 100 of Wimbledon’s most notable landmarks. #LocalHistory #WimbledonSociety buy at

🚨 @Wimbledon The Wimbledon Queue toilets are out of order, forcing people to use nearby woods and public spaces. This is a serious public health issue. Please fix this urgently and update the community. Merton_Council and AELTC

Swimming with the Viking of Skye by Richard Waters: Book Launch 8th July at Pavilion Tooting Lido 11:30am to 12:30pm £5 + booking fee Discover one man’s journey to cold water swimming, and the triumph of the human spirit in the face of adversity. www.eventbrite.co.uk...

Her Court This art exhibition is a collaboration between Young Masters and Wimbledon Museum, exploring the little-known relationship between Wimbledon and the women’s suffrage movement. 2nd to 11th July, open daily from 11am to 5pm. Free entry

BBC News - Anti-expansion protests held as Wimbledon begins www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Environmental Facts Relating to the AELTC's Proposed Development addresses the impacts upon the ancient parkland, #woodland, #trees, #biodiversity and more Environmental Facts Relating to the AELTC's Proposed Development share.google/krdtF2oNzh0s...

Merton roads being resurfacing or repaired this year from Mitcham to Wimbledon - full list

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) As SWP approach's five years since the AELTC's planning application to build an industrial tennis complex on highly protected parkland, here's a link to the most frequently asked questions with answers (June 2026) www.savewimbledonpark.org/post/frequen...

Courtside at Wimbledon Quarter is back! From 29 June to 12 July the tennis will be on the big screen as well lots of activities running for you to get involved in.

Canons Summer Fair will be back again this year on Saturday 18th July! A fantastic day celebrating community and climate action in Merton. More info at www.thecanonsmitcham... 📆Saturday 18 July, 11am-4pm 📍West Lawn, Canons House and Grounds, Mitcham

🌿 Music in the Park | Sun 28 June, 3–5pm 🎶 John Innes Park bandstand. Merton Concert Band returns! Bring a chair & picnic (no BBQs). Supporting planting & improvements 🌱

Canons Summer Fair will be back again this year on Saturday 18th July! A fantastic day celebrating community and climate action in Merton. More info at www.thecanonsmitcham... 📆Saturday 18 July, 11am-4pm 📍West Lawn, Canons House and Grounds, Mitcham

Tooting Bec Lido Calling all Artists : The Lido are thrilled to announce that the Lido art calendar and art sale is back for 2027! Artworks will go on show for sale this November, with a opening night on the 19th and open day on the 20th. Details at slsc.org.uk/art-cale...

Well done to Big Yellow for their commitment to supporting charity partners through meaningful work placements. We are grateful for their assistance in storing our Wimbledon Society books and other resources.

Rising From The Ashes Concert - 7pm, Saturday 20 June 2026, United Reform Church 83 Portsmouth Road, Guildford GY2 4BS More info at

AELTC Planning Application: a short history – the key decisions, the turning points, and where we are now. wimbledonsociety.org... @SaveWimbldnPark

Calling all dog owners and dog walkers - Can you help us with our dog-walking survey? The team on the Commons are looking to better understand how people use Wimbledon Common, Putney Heath and Putney Lower Common when walking their dogs forms.office.com/pag...

Merton roads being resurfacing or repaired this year from Mitcham to Wimbledon - full list

Young Wimbledon Artist in Residence 2026: Labels of Wonder invites you to create from the museum’s hidden archives — using words, not objects. Residency runs Aug–Sept. Exhibition 12–20 Sept. Apply by 28 June. wimbledonsociety.org...

Wellbeing talk: managing life changes “I knew who I was this morning…” Free talk at Sacred Heart Wimbledon 📅 9 June | ☕ 7.15pm | 🎤 7.30–8.30pm 📍 Edge Hill SW19 All welcome – no booking needed.

Wimbledon Repair Cafe opening on Saturday 30th May www.mertonfoe.org/wi... Fix it. Don’t bin it. Many everyday items - from household goods, and appliances to clothing and textiles - can be repaired instead of replaced, helping you save money, and reduce waste.

Elizabeth I:Queen & Court 14th May - 10th July 2026 Open Mondays to Fridays from 9.30am to 6pm. Admission is free 18-19 Pall Mall, London SW1Y 5LU

The Wimbledon Quarter pop up market is back 25/26th May 10am-6pm, local shopping, artisan food and family-friendly entertainment to the heart of Wimbledon. The market event will feature around 30 independent traders from Wimbledon and the wider Merton area,

Media Spotlight on Wimbledon Park Campaign and Alternative Plan-as the campaign continues against the AELTC expansion plans topical newspaper articles can be read here wimbledonsociety.org.uk/media-spotligh… thanks to PutneyNews @SaveWimbldnPark

Wimbledon Tennis master planner Richard Rees presents his alternative plan.

The Rooftop Farm Wimbledon Tours Are Back Join them on Saturday 30th May at 10am and 11:30am and get a behind-the-scenes look at what has been growing on the roof of Wimbledon Quarter. Limited spaces available. Ticketsat

Thank you to everyone who joined our well-attended public meetings on 16 & 22 April. We shared updates on progress and the legal challenge to the AELTC plans. wimbledonsociety.org... @SaveWimbldnPark CPRE London

Roll up, roll up... to the @wimbledonguild.bsky.social plant sale on Sat 23rd May, 12-2pm, on the footpath between Dundonald Rd Tram Stop and Wilton Crescent roundabout. Cash and card payments accepted- all proceeds to support Merton community projects of the Wimbledon Guild.

“Marcus Gibson, former FT columnist, presents The Greatest Force — a bold re‑analysis of RAF Bomber Command & its decisive impact on the Third Reich. He argues the bombing campaign reshaped the war and helped shorten the conflict.” Join at : merton.events.mylibr...” 18 May Wimbledon Library 6pm

Discover our updated Environment section from the Planning & Environment Committee—practical advice on cutting energy use, cleaner transport and improving air quality. Start making a difference today: wimbledonsociety.org...

King's Arts 2026 will take place from Monday 22nd to Saturday 27th June, with a line-up that promises to spark the imagination and inspire art lovers of all ages! Bookings now open - details of events at

Carlton Theatre new production opens tomorrow An Enemy of the People and runs until the 16th, the the Studio at New Wimbledon Theatre. The play speaks to us today more than ever, reminding us of the importance of caring for our fragile environment, and standing up for what’s right

Academy Choir Concert 'Songs of Light' Parry, Vaughan Williams, Howells and Holst, Saturday 6th June 7pm at St John's Church Spencer Hill Wimbledon SW19 4NZ

Explore Wimbledon’s radical past! Free walk on 16 May: William Morris ➜ Wimbledon Suffragettes. Starts at William Morris House, ends at St Mary’s Merton Park. Book:

Explore Sir Joseph Bazalgette’s London on a classic Routemaster bus this 6 June. Enjoy expert commentary on iconic landmarks and engineering feats, while supporting the restoration of the Bazalgette mausoleum in Wimbledon. Book now:

NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2026 The 122nd Annual General Meeting of The Wimbledon Society will be held at 5pm on Saturday 9 May 2026 in Wimbledon Park Hall, 170 Arthur Road, Wimbledon Park, London SW19 8AQ More information and papers at wimbledonsociety.org...

Article from exclusive interview with chair Philip Brook on 21st June 2014 - reveals the AELTC intention was always to build. Admission was less than 21 years after the Covenantshad been signed (12/1993) 😳 www.dailymail.com/news/article...

Art Exhibition: Impressions of Wimbledon Common by Katie Preston Tuesday 28th April to Sunday 10th May, 2pm to 5pm Wimbledon Museum,Norman Plastow Gallery Free entry more information at

Christian Aid Car Boot Sale Sat 9th May, St Mary's Church Field SW19 7BP

Parkside in Bloom Open Gardens :Tuesday 2nd June from 6pm to 8:30pm in support of Linden Lodge School for visually impaired pupils. Tickets now on sale more information at www.eventbrite.co.uk...

Big Yellow has locations across the UK, offering secure, modern, and flexible storage solutions nationwide. We’re incredibly grateful for their support of The Wimbledon Society, generously providing essential storage space at their New Malden site for our books, leaflets, and banners.

🌿Sat 18th April is the National Action Day for Green Spaces! Local Walk & Talk groups in Wimbledon,Wimbledon Park, Southfields, and Putney. 10.30am start from your usual place. Join in-show your support for protecting our precious local green spaces! 🌳💚 #SaveWimbledonPark #GreenSpaces #Wimbledon

Cover Stories: 30 Years of Traditional and Art Textiles Free Exhibition by Cathy Corbishley Michel in this free exhibition at Morden Hall Park. Until 26th April - open daily open daily from 10:15am to 4pm. Entry is free. www.nationaltrust.or...

Stay in the loop with what’s happening locally. The Society’s Wimbledon Diary highlights upcoming events around Wimbledon for the next few months wimbledonsociety.org...

🌱 Taste of the Rooftop Farm is back! Join them Tues 12 May, 6–8pm at the Fire Station Café, Wimbledon Quarter. Enjoy rooftop‑grown tasting bites, a honey‑infused welcome drink, and a behind‑the‑scenes look at their urban farm. 🎟️ Tickets:

Oratorio Singers and Orchestra - The Passion Story - Premiere of a final Oratorio by Andrew Edwards completing the Jesus of Nazareth Cycle. Saturday 25th April 7pm , St John's Church Spencer Hill Wimbledon SW19 4NZ ticket at www.ticketsource.co....

Walk & Talk,Sat 4th April 2026. Meet at 10.30am at the Wimbledon War Memorial. This Easter Walk & Talk will be led by The Bishop of Kingston, The Rt Revd Dr Martin Gainsborough. Taking about an hour and finishing at Christ Church West Wimbledon, where coffee and hot cross buns will be served.

Stay in the loop with what’s happening locally. The Society’s Wimbledon Diary highlights upcoming events around Wimbledon for the next few months wimbledonsociety.org...

Protecting Wimbledon’s Heritage:Yesterday, Today, & Tomorrow For over 120 years, we have stayed true to our founding purpose: to safeguard the character of our district, celebrate its history and wildlife, and preserve the places and stories that make Wimbledon unique. Join

The Wimbledon Classical Guitar Society (WiGS) is hosting CarmenCo - A Pocket Opera: a concert presented as a play, 20th March, 7pm at St Saviour’s Church, Raynes Park SW20 9DL. Tickets bookable at