The battle to save Poverest Adult Education Centre (BAEC) in Orpington reaches the Court of Appeal following a legal challenge by Bidmans law firm. The law firm was appointed by Jerome*, a 36-year-old man with moderate to severe learning disabilities. Jerome attended classes at the BAEC for 14 years and argues that Bromley Council failed […]
Despite being a relatively safe borough, families in Bromley have raised concerns after multiple reports of theft involving vulnerable patients at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH). With one incident involving a pensioner causing outrage online. At 9:30 pm on the 8th of May, a 92-year-old woman was admitted to PRUH A&E. While awaiting treatment […]
Public drinking fountains are a relic from a bygone era. Across the country, public park drinking fountains have fallen into disrepair, while many new and refurbished parks lack access to clean drinking water. Donated in 1899, Mrs Maple’s Fountain in Penge Recreation Ground found itself in a similar situation. Lying derelict for many years, this […]
Bromley Borough is set to lose another bank branch as NatWest’s Orpington closes its doors for the final time on the 27th of May. The branch closure was announced on the 30th January 2026, with NatWest citing a decline in counter transactions and increased demand for digital banking services as key reasons for the decision. […]
London’s hospitality sector is changing fast. Younger people are drinking less, there’s more competition for food and drink, and increased business rates have led to a spate of pub closures across the country. It’s a national trend with local implications. Last month, Bromley High Street lost both the Barrel & Horn and the Artful Duke […]
An ePetition opposing plans to build 2,200 homes on Green Belt land across Hayes Farm and parts of Norman Park has amassed over 11,500 signatures. The early-stage plans from Berkley Homes received widespread backlash, with over 500 local residents turning up to Keep Bromley Green’s community campaign walk on March 22nd. Key aspects of Berkley […]
If you’re staying at home over the Easter half-term, you’re probably looking for ways to keep the little sprogs entertained, watered and fed over the next couple of weeks. To help with this, we’ve put together a list of restaurants in Bromley offering free meals for kids during the Easter break. Giggling Squid Arguably the […]
The decision to relocate Bromley’s Central Library from Churchill’s Theatre to 145 High Street has gone down well with residents and local businesses. Neighbours are happy to see the old Topshop retail unit repurposed, with businesses in the surrounding area forecasting higher revenue due to increased footfall from library visitors. As part of this move, […]
Excitement is building for the opening of Bromley’s new Central Library later this year. Moving from Churchill’s Theatre to its new home at 145 High Street, Bromley, BR1 1JD, the purpose-built modern library is the latest to benefit from the council’s £11m investment in the borough’s network of libraries. As part of this move, changes […]
Karl Doyle of Greenborne Developments is seeking permission in principle for a small, major housing-led development of 9 new dwellings in Orpington, Bromley. Plans include the demolition of Tintagel House, a two-storey, 3-bedroom residential property located on Cornwall Drive. Located in a quiet residential cul-de-sac, Tintagel House sits on 0.17 acres of land, features a […]