Local humanitarian aid worker receives OBE
A long-serving humanitarian and aid worker from Beckenham has been awarded an OBE in the New Year Honours List for his services to the public…
Community
Library relocation decision brought back to council
The council’s decision to move ahead with plans which could see Beckenham Library relocated to Beckenham Public Halls to make way for housing has been…
Council votes to take next step towards library move
Despite fierce local opposition including a petition which attracted more than 4,500 signatures in just three weeks, Bromley Council has voted in favour of pushing…
Meet the election candidates: Marina Ahmad (Labour)
Tell us a bit about yourself I’m a West Wickham mum, a Bromley councillor and the Labour education spokesperson on the council. I have lived in…
Local record shop to host special New Year’s Eve party
A local record shop based at The Mansion in Beckenham Place Park is gearing up for a special musical New Year’s Eve party. Cigarette Records,…
Plans to relocate Beckenham Library met with opposition
More than 2,000 local residents have strongly opposed plans by the council to move Beckenham Library from its current location by the Spa Leisure Centre…
Consultation to extend Bakerloo line to Beckenham
Transport for London (TfL) are considering extending the Bakerloo line down to Beckenham Junction and are keen to hear the views of local residents as…
Baby-friendly comedy club returns for festive event
The popular Bring Your Own Baby (BYOB) comedy club is returning to Beckenham next month for a special festive event. The Sunday Funday comedy…
Crystal Palace FC unveil major Academy expansion plans
Crystal Palace FC has revealed ambitious plans to develop its Academy site in Beckenham in an attempt to secure Category 1 status in time for…
Life-saving equipment installed at crematorium
Equipment that could potentially save the lives of mourners attending funerals was recently installed at Beckenham Crematorium. Dignity, the operator of the facility, raised funds…