Wimbledon Ramblings
As recent arrival in Wimbledon Village - the place in London where, it is said, that town meets country - I was interested to learn a little more of the history of the area that I had moved to. A few trips to the local library and a few google searches later, I realised that while there was lots of information out there, and lots to be learnt about the area's history and heritage, much of it wasn't so easily accessible or it just wasn't exactly what I was after. So, here, I'm trying to pull together a few of the threads largely for my own benefit. If others enjoy or find my ramblings - frequently ecletic and often mulled over while wandering around the Common or the Village - useful or of interest, that's great. If you'd like to comment or add more information, personal memories or associations or correct something I've got wrong, that's great too.
Latest ramblings
Southside House, Wimbledon Village
A little bit of history behind Cannizaro House and the wonderful Cannizaro Park, inspired by a walk in the park.
Eagle House, Wimbledon Village
Latest news
The dates for this year's London Open House are 19th and 20th September (with the Maggie's Night Time Walk taking place on Friday 18th September. The full programme of buildings which will be open under the programme will be avialable in mid-August but you can sign up for a copy in advance here. Last year several buildings in Wimbledon flung open their often closed doors and welcomed visitors, including the Buddhapadipa Temple on Calonne Road, New Wimbledon Theatre, the Church of St John the Baptist on Spencer Hill, Wimbledon Village Club and Lecture Hall at the Ridgway end of Lingfield Road, and the Windmill in the middle of Wimbledon Common. (17/04/09)
According to the Friends of Cannizaro Park website, a new book on the history of Cannizaro park is to be published sometime during 2009.
Latest snippets
Wimbledon Village & Common Pictures - current favourites
© Jessica Mulley
© Jessica Mulley
© Jessica Mulley
