Commonside Trust
commonsidecdtrust.bsky.social
Commonside Trust
@commonsidecdtrust.bsky.social
At the heart of the Pollards Hill and East Mitcham communities - with them, for them, of them.
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Sellers local to Pollards Hill and/or East Mitcham sought for our Christmas Lights event on 29th November. No tombolas please as we already have several!
Come to our AGM on Wednesday 26th November and get involved in planning sports and fitness activities on the new PlayZones scheduled for opening in Pollards Hill Ward in 2026!
November 10, 2025 at 3:58 PM
November 10, 2025 at 3:19 PM
A lovely, creative, friendly and interesting way to get to know your local area better.
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Trees of Clapham Common | South London Botanical Institute
Join us for a stroll through Clapham Common as we explore the diverse and fascinating world of trees in our urban oasis. Trees of Clapham Common Join the SLBI on …
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November 7, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Sellers local to Pollards Hill and/or East Mitcham sought for our Christmas Lights event on 29th November. No tombolas please as we already have several!
November 7, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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Made this using some cheap acrylic paint and a pumpkin lol
October 30, 2025 at 8:42 PM
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Britain is lagging behind the rest of the world on phasing out mercury dental fillings, with 43 countries having already banned mercury amalgam, including the EU, Sweden, Norway, Tanzania, Uganda, Indonesia and the Philippines. www.theguardian.com/environment/... #BBCPM
Toxin levels in fish lead to calls for UK-wide ban on mercury dental fillings
Exclusive: More than 98% of fish and mussels tested in English waters contain mercury above EU safety limits
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October 30, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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October 31, 2025 at 8:40 AM
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NEW: EU and NATO states continue to take steps to increase European defenses against covert and overt Russian attacks. FT reported on October 9 that four NATO officials stated that NATO states are discussing more forceful responses to Russia’s increasingly provocative actions. isw.pub/UkrWar100925
October 10, 2025 at 1:30 AM
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The Israeli military said a ceasefire in Gaza had gone into effect, triggering the start of a 72-hour window for the release of hostages by Hamas as part of the first phase of Donald Trump’s peace plan for the territory. on.ft.com/4mWGnGA
October 10, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Here's a nice upbeat story for the end of the week!

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Green turtle bounces back from brink in conservation 'win'
Once endangered due to hunting, it is making a strong recovery thanks to global conservation efforts.
www.bbc.co.uk
October 10, 2025 at 11:56 AM
October 9, 2025 at 7:28 PM
October 9, 2025 at 7:26 PM
We still have houseplants to give away! Just get in touch first and we will plant them up! Plus ALWAYS, free books! Come and take your pick!
Coming soon thanks to www.potgang.co.uk and @mayoroflondon.bsky.social 's Fund - FREE grow your own food session for children and families - 21st August at the New Horizon Centre. We are also giving away house plants as that we have grown from cuttings, as they can boost well-being.
October 9, 2025 at 12:52 PM
It's true! FREE guided craft sessions, already discussing ideas for making Christmas presents and decorations, any other festivals also welcomed, - with Andrea, who really knows her stuff and is brim-ful of ideas. After lunch at 1pm Weds/Thursdays. Contact christine@commonside.net for details.
All are very welcome at our after-lunch craft sessions with Andrea. If you want to start making Christmas presents with materials supplied & excellent guidance, get started now!
October 9, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Come along to our AGM next Wednesday: 6pm in the New Horizon Centre.
September 3, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Join us tomorrow for a free children's Grow Your Own session!
August 20, 2025 at 2:06 PM
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With free lunch afterwards! "Wonky" production from the Really Big Pants Company, supported by the Mayor of London - free live performance TOMORROW Thursday 14th August at the New Horizon Centre, CR4 1LT. Booking not required. @kinglucythe1st.bsky.social @commonsidecdtrust.bsky.social
August 13, 2025 at 7:04 AM
Coming soon thanks to www.potgang.co.uk and @mayoroflondon.bsky.social 's Fund - FREE grow your own food session for children and families - 21st August at the New Horizon Centre. We are also giving away house plants as that we have grown from cuttings, as they can boost well-being.
August 14, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Coming soon thanks to www.potgang.co.uk and @mayoroflondon.bsky.social 's Fund - FREE grow your own food session for children and families - 21st August at the New Horizon Centre. We are also giving away house plants as that we have grown from cuttings, as they can boost well-being.
August 14, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Three years today since the tragic gas explosion on Galpins Road. Our thoughts are with all who suffered.
August 8, 2025 at 9:25 AM
Our summer programme offer launched on Saturday. Supported by the Mayor of London's Fund @london.gov.uk we are working hard to ensure no London child goes hungry in the summer holidays. All events are free and all are welcome!
July 31, 2025 at 12:51 PM
We were lucky enough to receive donated plants from Wimbledon Tennis via the Wimbledon Foundation last week. Today, in between the showers, Eric and Christopher are planting them out.
July 31, 2025 at 12:49 PM
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Our first customers @commonsidecdtrust.bsky.social today were quite unusual....
July 26, 2025 at 9:06 AM
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July 26, 2025 at 9:21 AM
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Toy animal tombola, give-away Maths & Reading booklets, and friendly staff.
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July 26, 2025 at 9:23 AM