In your area
There’s a lot going on in SW1, so this section highlights up and coming events, activities and local news, which we think will be of interest to people in SW1. It also includes a directory of local services and places of interest to help you get the most out of SW1.
If you know of something interesting going on in the local area please contact us so that we can promote it on this website.
Events and Activities
This section gives you up to date information on loads of activities and events taking place in SW1. If you’re planning a local event or activity that you’d like us to promote please contact us at least two weeks before the event is due to take place.
Local News
This section gives regular updates on ‘SW1 hot topics’, local news and issues. If you’ve got some news about the local area please contact us to discuss running an article on this website.
Places of interest
The SW1 area is full of interesting places to visit within easy walking distance of where people live and work. Some are hidden away or not well publicised within the local community, so we’ve tried to direct you to the main places of interest in the local area. If you know of any other gems in SW1, or spot any gaps please let us know.
A-Z of services
Our A-Z Directory of services lists all local community services and their contact details to help you get the most out of SW1. Please click on a letter to access the Directory. If your local service is not listed, please contact us to let us know.
Services for under 5s
SW1 has a range of services for families with children under five years old, including health, education and family support. Our local Sure Start Children’s Centres act as hubs for these services, so we have signposted you to their website for more information. If your would like to add your local service to this site please contact us.
Services for young people
SW1 has a number of different clubs and activities for young people and we have listed the key activities below. Young people in SW1 will also be designing, launching and managing their own website at www.ondablock.co.uk so watch this space for more information!
Services for older people
SW1 has a number of different services and activities for older people, ranging from advice and support services, to keep fit and social clubs. We have listed the key contacts in this section. If you would like to add your local service to this site please contact us.
Local businesses
For information about services for local businesses e.g. commercial waste, business rates or crime prevention advice please visit Westminster City Council’s website.
SouthWestFest
SouthWestFest is an annual community festival in SW1, providing a free week long programme of events and one huge festival day in a local square, for people who live and work locally. To find out more, including photos and a line up from the most recent festival, or to get involved in next year’s Festival please visit www.southwestfest.org.uk.
SW1 Radio
SW1 Radio is an annual community radio project, which reaches local people by FM and internet broadcast during the summer months. The project provides free training and work experience for local people to enable them to deliver a schedule of diverse shows for the local community. To find out more or get involved in next year’s project please visit www.sw1radio.net.