Welcome to Wimbledon Village
The blend of chic shops, cafes and bars, set amongst handsome period buildings and open spaces makes Wimbledon Village unique in London. And those of us who work or live here appreciate what a special place it is.
This website, managed by the Wimbledon Village Business Association, aims to give you a taste of all that we have to offer. Please take a look around. We hope it tempts you to visit and enjoy, our Village.
VILLAGE NEWS
Vote Now For Your Commons Conservators
Wimbledon and Putney Commons have eight Conservators, five of whom are elected by local residents every three years. 12 candidates are standing this year. If you are eligible to vote, you must do so no later than March 10th at 5pm. Please vote online if possible to save the charity money. You are eligible to vote […]
Calling all Bridge players!
The inaugural Online Bridge Afternoon in support of Wimbledon and Putney Commons Conservators is taking place later this month at 2pm on Friday March 19th. To enter this fun tournament, organised by the Friends of Wimbledon and Putney Commons, you will need a partner and you will be playing for the Commons Conservators Cup and Plate! There […]
UPDATE: Market Reopens But Still Needs Your Support
Helped by overwhelming support from the Village community, Wimbledon Village Farmers’ Market will be trading in its usual pitch today (21st February) from 10am – 3pm, but please do keep signing and sharing the petition to keep the Market in the High Street. We still have to secure its long term future and you can help… HOW […]
VILLAGE EVENTS
August 2020
Shakespeare in the Park
Mayhem Theatre Company returns to Cannizaro Park for a 9th year of Outdoor Summer Shakespeare with the hilarious comedy, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare . Featuring the entirety of the Bard’s stage-works in just 97 minutes, this outdoor production will once again be staged in the beautiful Italian Gardens with amplified sound and COVID safe seating. Tickets: £20 (2 person area) / £40 (4 person area) Show times: 29-31 August, 1pm and 5pm daily, with entry 1 hour prior to ‘curtain…
Find out more »September 2020
Wimbledon BookFest: Last Days of Summer
The Last Days of Summer festival will feature a broad range of events showcasing inspiring speakers and bestselling authors for adults and children. Speakers include Matthew Syed, Pandora Sykes, Jeremy Vine, comedian Andy Hamilton,bestselling author David Nicholls and Black Lives Matter activist Patrick Hutchinson with further events to be announced soon. Events will be held in a bespoke open marquee with reduced capacities and ticketed entry to ensure that the festival is a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. Events…
Find out more »October 2020
Wimbledon BookFest Goes Digital for October
The month long digital BookFest programme will feature recordings of the events that took place during the live festival weekend with speakers including Matthew Syed, Ruby Wax, Pandora Sykes, Jeremy Vine, Andy Hamilton, Lemn Sissay, David Nicholls, Jessie Burton, Kadiatu Kanneh-Mason, Rachel Clarke, Nazir Afzal, Mervyn King and John Kay and Black Lives Matter activist Patrick Hutchinson with Sofia Thakur. The Festival will also showcase new live digital events including a ‘proof party’ and a discussion with Amanda Prowse and her…
Find out more »Jack Morrocco Exhibition
Wimbledon Fine Art, in association with Stafford Gallery, is delighted to present an exhibition of paintings by Jack Morrocco. Pop in to view this wonderful exhibition during the opening hours of 11 am - 4 pm daily. You are welcome to book an appointment if you prefer. The gallery will be observing all up-to-date Government guidelines for Covid.
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The Frank Carson Story
If I didn’t laugh, I’d cry! Wimbledon Village resident, actor and comedian Mike McCabe presents the story of the northern Irish comedian Frank Carson, with special guest and former co-host of That’s Life, Adrian Mills in a lively Q&A about comedy. Five Star Review from Radio Clyde, Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Face coverings will need to be worn at this event, maximum party of 6 per booking.
Find out more »Macmillan ‘Virtual’ Christmas Fair
Macmillan Merton has taken its annual Christmas Fair online, working in partnership with Brilliant Little Brands. Featuring a huge range of products - including Macmillan's popular Christmas Cards - 10% of all sales go to charity. Merton Committee has been based in Wimbledon for around 60 years now and has raised over £2.1 million since 1994 (averaging £84k per year). All the funds raised go to support services in Merton.
Find out more »November 2020
Wimbledon and Putney Commons – General Open Meeting: TBC
Join the Conservators and Staff for presentations with updates on current important issues and operational matters. Further details about the event will be available on the Commons' Website in due course.
Find out more »December 2020
Charity Fundraiser: Wimbledon Wishing Tree
Hang a bauble and make a wish at the Wimbledon Wishing Tree to raise much needed funds for stem4, a Wimbledon Charity that promotes positive mental health in teenagers and those that support them. Can't make it but would like to donate? Please click here to go to the Just Giving page. For more information on the charity please visit the stem4 website.
Find out more »Charity Fundraiser: Wimbledon Wishing Tree
Hang a bauble and make a wish at the Wimbledon Wishing Tree to raise much needed funds for stem4, a Wimbledon Charity that promotes positive mental health in teenagers and those that support them. Can't make it but would like to donate? Please click here to go to the Just Giving page. For more information on the charity please visit the stem4 website.
Find out more »February 2021
Wimbledon & Putney Commons Winter Talk
Winter Talk 2021 - A London Alive with Nature Edwin Malins, Nature Reserves Manager at London Wildlife Trust, will give a talk, via Zoom, entitled “A London Alive with Nature” covering: Urban nature reserves and how they fit in the wider landscape Pre-human landscapes and habitats Post-human landscapes and habitats How we manage land for wildlife in London today and what more could we do. Edwin oversees a portfolio of 36 nature reserves across the Capital. He is a former officer on…
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