Copers Cope Area Residents' Association (CCARA) & West Beckenham Residents' Association (WBRA)
Two residents' associations working together across Beckenham on your behalf
The Beckenham Christmas Lights Committee – a volunteer group of local residents – is raising funds again for this year’s festive display. To make sure the lights can be ordered in time, they need to reach a good portion of the target by mid-October.
If you’re thinking of donating, an early contribution would be especially helpful.
Find out more and donate here.
No. 5 Beckenham Road is a large Victorian house from the mid-1800s and one of a group of five surviving villa houses situated close to Beckenham High Street. It is situated in a prominent location, opposite the locally-listed Post Office building near the Grade II-listed Cinema and War Memorial, and close to Beckenham High Street Conservation Area.
The house is currently hidden by scaffolding and sheeting but it is a fine and unaltered example of this kind of grand Victorian house located on a principal road in the Beckenham. The red brick front elevation, yellow London stock brick flank and rear walls, with carved stone lintels and insert panels, remain unpainted unlike its neighbours. It also retains its original timber sliding sash windows and decorated barge boards.
The planning application is for demolition of the existing building, replacing it with a six-storey block of 18 flats, to accommodate up to 68 people. An underground car park with 12 parking spaces is proposed, with access at the rear of the site via Westfield Road. Although the development is for more than 10 units, no affordable housing provision has been included in the application.
As far as we are aware, there has not been a public consultation for the scheme. and we do not know if any leaflets have been made available to local residents.
We have written to the council objecting to the application, focussing on the loss of an attractive Victorian building, the scale and density of the new development, the lack of any affordable housing provision, road safety concerns, amongst other issues.
Full details of the planning application are on the Council’s website here 25/01262/FULL
where you can also leave your comments about the proposal. Or send an email to planning@bromley.gov.uk and the case officer jessica.lai@bromley.gov.uk.
If you wish to comment, you must give your full name and address, or your views may not be registered.
Come and join us for Market On The Green – until 5pm today (12 July ) on Beckenham Green (next to St George’s Church). Market stalls, street food and live music on stage.
If you’re wondering what to do this Saturday, wonder no more! Market On The Green is back this weekend – Saturday 12 July, and it’s shaping up to be a brilliant day out for all ages.
🛍️ Packed with local talent, amazing food, and family-friendly fun, this vibrant community event has something for everyone – whether you’re a foodie, a music lover, a market stall shopper, or just looking to enjoy some sunshine with the family.
Beckenham Green (next to St George’s Church, BR3 5JG)
🗓 Saturday 12 July 2025
🕙 10:00am – 5:00pm
🚉 Just a short walk from Beckenham Junction Station & Tramlink
With over 30+ stalls already confirmed it’s the perfect way to spend your Saturday. Find out more about the event here.
🌞 Come for the food. Stay for the music. Leave with a bag of goodies and a big smile.
🎉 Market On The Green is Back! 🎉
📅 Save the Date: Saturday, 12 July 2025
Join us for a vibrant day of street food, local market stalls, live entertainment, and funfair attractions — a fun-filled community celebration in the heart of Beckenham!
🎶 Enjoy performances from a stellar line-up of local talent.
🛍️ Browse 20+ stalls — with space still available for a few more.
Checkout what’s is on offer at: https://beckenhamresidents.org/market-on-the-green/
👉 Interested in trading? Contact us at localmarket@coperscope.org.uk
Spread the word and help make this the best Market on the Green yet! 🌿✨
Join us for a fantastic day of street food, market stalls, live entertainment, and funfair attractions — a community event on our pretty Beckenham Green.
🛍️ Traders Wanted!
We have a limited number of pitches available and are especially keen to hear from bread bakers and fresh produce sellers.
🎤 Calling Local Talent!
Are you a singer, musician, or dance troupe looking to perform? We’d love to showcase your talent on our main stage!
👉 To trade or perform, contact us at localmarket@coperscope.org.uk.
Spread the word and let’s make this year’s Market on the Green the best yet! 🌿✨
CCARA is a member of Bromley Environment Network (BEN), a broad group of local groups and organisations with an interest in environmental issues. Follow the link below to see the BEN newsletter for April 2025.
Follow the link to see the BEN Newsletter for this month: BEN Newsletter April 2025
Previous newsletters can be viewed here: BEN Newsletter Archive
The Government is working on a 10 year Health Plan on how to fix the underlying problems set out in Lord Darzi’s independent report.The Change NHS Team are finalising the Health plan and need your views on the emerging ideas from the engagement so far.
Find out more here, scroll down for the survey link or click here. Survey responses must be made by 5pm 14 April.
The Copers Cope Area Residents Association is working with a fabulous group of volunteers that have set up the Beckenham Christmas Lights Committee to crowdfund this years Christmas Lights. Local business and residents have been generously donating online on the Committees’ Just Giving Page.
Previously the Christmas lights were organised by the BID Beckenham Together. The BID ceased to operate in 2023, and our Association helped to organise a small Christmas Light Scheme late in the year. This year with new community volunteers, the lights are set to be brighter.
The Council are hosting a consultation event for the Kelsey Park Lake desilting project on Wednesday 9th October between 5pm and 7.30pm at Beckenham Public Halls.
It is a drop-in event where residents can attend to find out about and ask questions about the desilting works (which are due to commence on site in November) and the bridge replacement project.
City Hall is inviting London residents to help contribute to the development of a London Growth Plan, to boost growth and the creation of good jobs. The plan will develop a new approach to economic in the face of the cost-of-living crisis, Brexit, the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change and political instability.
To complete the survey through City Hall’s Talk London platform, click here: Survey – Growing our economy.
You can also join the online discussion on Talk London to respond to the following questions:
The survey will close on Sunday 15 September 2024.
Beckenham Arts Association is hosting a Summer Arts and Crafts Market at St George’s Hall, 3-4 August from 10am-5pm. The market will have a large variety of handmade gifts, art and crafts, as well as live portraits and demonstrations. Free entry, all ages are welcome. Proceeds will help support Living Well Bromley.
St George’s Hall is located at 27 Albemarle Road, BR3 5HZ. Please note that this is a different building to St George’s Church.
A public consultation is being held about the development proposal for the site of Conifer House 44 Southend Rd, Beckenham. The long-empty Conifer House will be demolished and retirement housing build.
Consultation details
Tuesday 16th July between 3pm-7pm at Lea Wilson Hall, Christ Church Beckenham, 1a Christ Church Road, Beckenham, BR3 3LE
There is also a virtual consultation at: https://mccarthystoneconsultation.co.uk/beckenham/
Local hearing care specialist, Beckenham Hearing is holding a series of open days this July, offering free support and advice as part of it’s commitment to promoting early detection and intervention for hearing loss.
With statistics showing that 47% of people have never had a hearing test, yet with over one in five people in the UK live with a hearing loss over 25dB, the promotion of hearing health awareness is more crucial than ever before.
To encourage the public to address hearing loss earlier, local hearing care specialists, Beckenham Hearing will be holding two open days on Monday 22nd and Tuesday 23rd July 2024, at their dedicated practice on Upper Elmers End Road, in Beckenham.
The open days will include free hearing tests (only by prior booking) and will showcase the latest advancements in hearing care and provide invaluable insights into maintaining hearing health.
Neil Daniel, Lead Audiologist and Owner of Beckenham Hearing warns that ignoring any potential hearing loss can impact upon our emotional well-being, physical health, and quality of life.
“It can have a knock-on effect on our family and friends as living with an undiagnosed hearing loss can make it difficult to keep up with conversations, making social interactions extremely difficult. This can lead to misunderstandings and social isolation.”
“Whether you’re seeking expert advice, curious about hearing aid technology, or simply interested in learning more about your hearing health, the open days are the perfect opportunity to connect with our expert team and explore the world of better hearing.”
Beckenham Hearing, which is known locally for its high quality hearing care and customer service, usually charges a fee for hearing evaluations and professional time, but the company has committed to promoting early detection and intervention for hearing loss within the local community. These evaluations provide valuable insights into your current hearing health and help you take proactive steps towards maintaining optimal auditory function.
Supported by world-leading hearing aid manufacturer Phonak, the open days will provide the opportunity to explore the latest advancements in hearing technology. Plus, take advantage of exclusive offers and discounts available only during this time.
To book an appointment call 020 8663 6187 or visit beckenhamhearing.co.uk/hearing-health-events for more details.
Transport for London invites cyclists to take part in a survey to help provide an accurate picture of cycling in London to enable us to understand cyclists’ travel behaviour and prioritise improvements and changes to infrastructure.
If you meet the following criteria, you can register to share data for the survey:
1. I am 16 or over.
2. I expect to cycle in the Greater London area at least once during the survey period (24 June–21 July 2024).
3. I am willing to share information about my cycle journeys using the free Strava mobile app during the survey period.
Participants will go into a prize draw to win a prize of £200, or one or two £50 prizes.
Sign up here: https://tflcyclesurvey.net/
Voters in England need to show photo ID to vote at polling stations in the UK Parliamentary general election on 4 July.
Voters need to bring photo ID to the polls to vote, with various forms acceptable, including driving licence, passport, blue badge, Freedom Pass and 60+ Oyster Card.
You can find out more about these requirements and information about the elections generally, including relevant deadlines and polling station locations at www.bromley.gov.uk/GeneralElection2024.
Temporary parking restrictions will be introduced on The Avenue to help with traffic flow whilst the diversion is in place for the Southend Road/Park Road/Foxgrove Road junction safety improvement scheme.
The notice issued by Bromley Council Transport and Highways:
From 3rd June – August 26th 2024, no person shall cause or permit any vehicle to wait on the northern curb-line of The Avenue, from its junction with Southend Road to its junction with Westgate Road. Cones will be placed along this section, alerting vehicle users of the restriction. If the safety improvement scheme is complete before August 26th, restrictions will be removed early.
“Waiting” means waiting for any purpose including the delivery or collection of goods or merchandise and the loading or unloading of vehicles restrictions. Nothing in this Order shall apply to anything done with the permission or direction of a Police Officer in uniform or Traffic Warden. Emergency access and egress routes will be maintained at all times.
Works are due to begin in the week commencing June 2nd for safety improvements at the intersection of Southend Road, Park Road and Foxgrove Road. They are anticipated to take approximately eight weeks.
The safety improvement scheme will introduce a mini-roundabout, a zebra crossing on Southend Road north of the mini-roundabout, a parallel (combined pedestrian and cycle) crossing south of the mini-roundabout, alongside minor changes to the road and pavement layout. The scheme layout provided by Bromley Council is shown below.
Bromley Council have asked Residents Associations like ours to help to raise awareness of changes being introduced to the way people vote. The Council advise:
The Elections Act has introduced, amongst other things, the requirement for people to produce certain types of photographic ID in order to vote at a polling station. Full details can be found on the Council’s webpage – www.bromley.gov.uk/VoterID.
Over the coming months further changes are due to take place, including changes to postal and proxy voting. These details can be found at www.bromley.gov.uk/ElectionsAct2022 and will be updated when details are confirmed.
Copers Cope Area Residents' Association (CCARA) & West Beckenham Residents' Association (WBRA) 