Tomorrow, our 18 runners take on The Big Half marathon, fundraising for older adults' services in our community. Local partners from @CBRE and @TurnerTownsend will be joining colleagues for the challenge. If you would like to donate, please head to:

Our Gabriel's Wharf Arts Festival gets underway tomorrow afternoon. Come along and enjoy live music, spoken word, comedy & circus performances, art & craft activities, and more. Find out more here:

Maureen has been part of our over-50s art group for eight years. It has become a space for her to practise her passion, socialise, and continue to improve her wellbeing, providing her a sense of purpose. Read Maureen's story and get involved here:

We were pleased to attend the launch of @right_hereUK Museum of Broken Dreams exhibition @UKParliament this week. Too many community projects fail to get off the ground due to bureaucracy and red tape. We're an example of what’s possible with the right support. #PeopleLedChange

🙏 We commemorated VJ Day, recognising those who fought and died in WW2. We welcomed people to an event where 99 year old veteran Gilbert Clarke shared his memories of the war, Lord Boateng spoke about the importance of inclusive history and we exhibited local textile art.

🖼️ We were delighted to host Roger Hooper at the Oxo Gallery with an array of his striking wildlife photography. Roger's work has been featured in multiple @WWF publications over the years and the exhibition created a buzz on the South Bank.

🌞 We ran 3 weeks of Sports and Activity summer camp for 30 young people aged 8 to 13 in partnership with Lambeth and Southwark councils. Activities include sports, creative workshops, indoor games, swimming and White Water Rafting @LeeValleyPark

🃏We celebrated National #Playday2025 with 20 families and 16 nursery children on the theme of ‘SPACE to PLAY’. There was music, games, art and crafts, as well as a chance for the children to build their own cardboard box installation.

August has been a vibrant month of celebrating play, summer adventures, marvelling at wildlife and remembrance. Here are our highlights 👇.

RT @LondonersLondon: Hey @ianvisits this is on for another five days. Heartily reccomend. Best Paul Atherton FRSA.

Join us next week for the Gabriel's Wharf Arts Festival. On 6 September, 12-6pm, we'll be celebrating community and creativity with live music, performances, art and craft, demonstrations and more. See our website for the full event programme:

Join our cheer squad and help push on 18 runners as they complete the 13.1-mile Big Half course on Sunday, 7 September 2025. Aiming to raise £4,800 to support Coin Street’s programmes and activities for older adults, they need your support! .

Rambert is hosting a free family street party! Join in the fun with dance workshops led by Rambert artists, hula hooping, badge-making, face painting, and more. A perfect afternoon for all ages and a chance to connect with your community. Learn more:

On Friday, we welcomed 165 people to celebrate VJ Day, recognising those who fought and died in WW2, with a focus on the often overlooked contributions of Black British, Caribbean, African, and Indian service personnel during the Second World War.

RT @right_hereUK: 💔 The Museum of Broken Dreams opens in Parliament this September, telling the stories of community-led projects blocked b….

Help Us Break Down Barriers to Volunteering!. We’re running a short survey (it should take under 10 minutes) to better understand what stops people from getting involved in volunteering. Your input will help us improve programmes, boost engagement, and support equality,

☀️ Volunteer Spotlight: Chris ☀️. Chris has always called the South Bank home and now he’s helping shape its future through volunteering. Introduced to our programmes by a neighbour, Chris started with our Gentle Gardening sessions. Over time, he’s become a familiar and

Gabriel's Wharf Arts Festival 2025 | 6 & 20 September, 12-6pm. Join us for a celebration of community and creativity at the Gabriel's Wharf Arts Festival this September. Taking place on 6 and 20 September, enjoy live music, performances, art and craft activities, demonstrations +

On 7 September, 19 dedicated runners, including those from @turnertownsend and @CBRE_UK, will take on the 13.1-mile Big Half challenge, aiming to raise £4,800 to support Coin Street in combating loneliness and enhancing the lives of older adults in Waterloo and North Southwark.

🌟 Volunteer Spotlight: Jonny 🌟. Meet Jonny, one of our incredible volunteers who’s making a real difference in our community. Jonny first got involved through his workplace’s volunteer programme, and has helped tutoring in our Upgrade Yourself sessions and supported our Herbs,