Kennington Association

Flower boxes and baskets

We have had an enthusiastic response to our idea for flowering the streets of Kennington; however, when Toucan Employment’s funding circumstances changed they had to withdraw from the project. All other partners are keen for the project to to go ahead, and Lady Margaret Hall Settlement is hoping to take on the coordination of the project, with the support of the North Lambeth Town Centre Office. Roots & Shoots suggested that once we get the go-ahead, they could begin growing plants and Walworth Garden Farm is keen to install and plant up the boxes. The next step will be to invite local businesses to sponsor flower boxes, by contracting to cover maintenance, watering, and seasonal replacement of plants. Sponsors are able to nominate a spot where they would like their baskets and boxes to be placed – either outside their own premises or in key residential areas where clients are based. Beautifying the area will make it more pleasant and will doubtless impact on property values and the likely further investment into the area. Sponsors will also be supporting three local well-deserving charities (so read “tax deductible” here!). When we have progressed this further we’ll be back in touch.

‘Tree of hope’ lights
KA committee member, Jeffe Jeffers, writes: “We are now in negotiation with the road network management unit of TfL’s Streets for London to secure programmes to light up the tree.  Lambeth planners have no objections and the church has agreed to provide the power supply.  We have looked at a wide variety of lighting sources but the proposal that has most support is to use strong blue light points threaded extensively through the branches, along the lines of those used by LBC in Larkhall Park on the Southbank.  The budget is more than adequate to fund this and we hope to agree a final specification by mid-April / early-May for installation.

Kennington Village Fete, Cleaver Square – Sunday 1st June 2008

Fete organiser, Margarita O’Malley, writes: ‘The event will be wonderful for families with lots of kids’ activities (magic show, Punch & Judy, human fruit machine, etc). Winkworth will be the main sponsor and local causes will be the recipients of the proceeds. Two volunteers are needed to help with the preparations, hanging posters, setting up tables, etc. Please get in touch with me on 07970 863000 or margarita.omalley@nitor.uk.com. Tables are available to public traders on a first-come-first-served basis at £35 each.

Art Auction at The City & Guilds Art school - Thursday 18th September

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