What’s On
Live Comedy: Friday 3 (7.30pm - 9.30pm)
Live (next to) The Apollo comedy nights kick off in the Walnut Tree Cafe at Sands End Arts & Community Centre (SEACC) this month featuring eight acts a night. A specially selected line up of London’s best and up-and-coming comedians from London, commutable distances from London and the odd international superstar, willing to make you laugh for absolute peanuts. Catch them here in Fulham before they get their own Netflix special. For latest show line ups follow @live_next_to_the_apollo on Instagram!
Book via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/live-next-to-the-apollo-at-seacc-tickets-856331569777?aff=oddtdtcreator
Duck Pond Market: Saturday 4 (10-3pm)
If you read last month’s issue you’ll know that this artisan market is coming to Fulham for a three month trial. You’ll find products from independent makers, fabulously creative stall holders, delicious street food, good coffee, buskers and more at at Fulham Cross Girls School (Munster Road). Show your support if you want this market to become a regular feature in our urban village! Find out more here https://duckpondmarket.com/fulham-cross
Green Meet: Sunday 5 (11 - 4pm)
Head to Fulham Palace to explore a wide selection of stalls featuring local craftsmanship and eco-friendly alternatives from small businesses. Learn a new skill at one of the workshops taking place and listen to experts on a variety of topics. Enjoy live music, a bite to eat from sustainable food vendors or the drawing room café. Children can enjoy crafts, outdoor games and more, and adults can enter the Palace’s tombola for the chance to win big! https://fulhampalace.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/39136?catID=45824&
Spring Fayre: 12 May (11am - 5pm)
Now in its 3rd year Wandsworth Bridge Road will once again be fully pedestrianised for the WBRA’s Spring Fayre! Last year’s event attracted over 14,000 visitors who enjoyed a car-free Wandsworth Bridge Road for the day. This beautiful tree-lined road will be transformed for the day for people to enjoy local restaurants, cafes & shops trading on the street alongside 110+ visiting stallholders and food traders. There will be live music on two stages and 2 busking pods, traditional funfair games, Maypole dancing accompanied by a live fiddle player, a dedicated Children’s Activity Area with free events ranging from kids’ yoga to circus acrobatics, football, singing and dancing. Rock Climbing Wall, Penalty shoot-outs with Chelsea Football Club Foundation & yoga classes for all Cycle Zone: huge range of cargo-bikes & E-bikes to try, free bike repairs. Local Charities, community groups, Fulham Past: Fulham Future Exhibition and more! https://wbrassociation.org.uk/spring-fayre/
A Celebration of Nat King Cole: Sun 12 (6.30 - 8.30pm)
Pianist and singer Hugo Jennings will be leading a celebration of music by Nat King Cole at the Sands End Arts & Community Centre (SEACC) on Sunday 12 May. Hugo will be joined by some of the finest musicians in London to present a varied programme from different eras of the career of one of jazz's foremost names. Advanced tickets £7, on the door / in person at SEACC £10. Hugo first led a concert of this type in a special sold out evening at the World Heart Beat Concert Hall in Embassy Gardens as part of the 2023 Battersea Jazz Festival, of which he is the founder and director. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-celebration-of-nat-king-cole-at-seacc-tickets-881935572037?aff=oddtdtcreator
Spring Shopping: Thurs 16 (10am - 7pm)
Although down the road from our urban village, By Beautiful Brands curated spring shopping event at Chelsea Old Town Hall is run by two Fulham residents. Over 60 British brands selling women & menswear, accessories, gifts & homewares, jewellery & more all under one roof, for one day only. Discover new brands, find the perfect holiday dress or an original gift and support these small British businesses! https://www.bybeautifulbrands.com/spring-shopping-exhibiting-brands-24
Duck Pond Market: Sat 18 (10am - 3pm)
See previous listing!
Cheese & Wine evening: Thursday 23 (7pm - 8.30pm)
Head to Kenrick’s wines on Wandsworth Bridge Road for what we’ll sure will be a delightful evening of cheese and wine. Enjoy 3 wines carefully paired with a selection of 3 artisanal cheeses. Tickets cost £15 pp https://www.kenrickswines.com/events/fulham-cheese-wine-lj3t2
Scentworkshop: Tues 28 May
Join WagWorks (Fulham Palace Road) for an engaging one hour session that will deepen the bond between you and your dog and expand their natural instincts. This workshop is perfect for curious canines and their humans eager to explore a new dimension of communication. Head of Training, Ellie, will guide you through hands-on activities, games and puzzles that make learning scentwork fun for all. From finding hidden treasures to solving scent puzzles, this session is the perfect opportunity for bonding and discovery.