
Congratulations to all newly elected councillors representing SE5 wards across Southwark and Lambeth. On Wednesday 29 April, we hosted our SE5 Hustings 2026, bringing candidates from across the political spectrum together in one room, answering questions from the community, regardless of which side of the borough boundary they represent. Residents came, and they came with…

As part of Urban Tree Festival, this free walk invites you to explore tree heritage in a gentle, engaging way, right in the heart of Camberwell.When: Saturday May 9thTime: 2:00pm – 3:30 pm Location: Myatts Fields Park SE5 9RA You might think of medicinal plants as small herbs, but many tree species have also been used…

Join the SE5 Forum as we bring together the local candidates for the upcoming Local Election. All are welcome, this event is free to attend. Meet the candidates. Ask your questions. Hold them to account.SE5 Forum is hosting a public hustings ahead of the local elections on 7th May. Candidates from every party standing across…

Join us at Eat Around the World on Camberwell Green food festival for great eats and good vibes!Camberwell’s annual food festival is all about exploring amazing dishes from across the globe, all in one spot. Bring your friends, come hungry, and dive into a world of flavours. Whether you’re a foodie or just love good…

See how you could help improve our neighbourhood and leave inspired about what’s next for Camberwell! You can attend in-person or online. Camberwell is changing fast – and so is the SE5 Forum! Join us for our Annual General Meeting.This year the SE5 Forum AGM is focused on shaping Camberwell’s future together. We’ll be bringing…

Camberwell’s going digital with the upcoming launch of a new app, which will be packed full of essential info and offers from local businesses and organisations for residents and visitors. We are now inviting all local businesses and organisations to join our meeting on Thursday 18 Sep, 6.45pm at Gladwell’s to find out more and get involved.…

Free Bat Walk in Dog Kennel Hill WoodsLocal ecologist Dr Iain Boulton leads this free, guided bat walk with special bat detectors through the atmospheric green spaces of Dog Kennel Hill Woods and Greendale. Come hear the hidden chatter of London’s most common bat – the pipistrelles, as they swoop and flit through the night…

Camberwell sets the table for another global feast! After the success of last year’s festival, which attracted 6000 people to the green, Eat Around The World on Camberwell Green invites everyone to another delicious taste expedition as diverse as the vibrant neighbourhood it celebrates. Visitors can take a culinary world tour as Camberwell’s food festival showcases the spirit and…

• Part-time, approx. 25 hours per month @ £20 per hour • Remote & Local Working.• Deadline extended to Monday 14 April 5pm Are you passionate about community development? Do you have strong administrative and communication skills? SE5 Forum for Camberwell is looking for a Freelance Coordinator to help us make a Camberwell we can all be…

• SE5 Forum joined a King’s College Hospital wellbeing event to showcase our wonderful range of businesses and community organisations to hospital staff as part of our Love Local campaign.Staff were treated to tasty giveaways and could browse local shopping merchandise on display. Along with Camberwell Society and Camberwell Arts, we also gave out free local resources such as our Health &…

Celebrate Earth Hour in Camberwell with a unique candlelit concert by Orchestra for the Earth at St Giles’ Church, Saturday 22 March, 8.30-9.30pm. The Orchestra for the Earth presents a thrilling Ruskin-inspired candlelit concert to mark WWF’s Earth Hour. Join them for a special way to experience this global lights-out event showing support for the planet. …

Join SE5 Forum’s new talks season with renowned BBC war correspondent Jeremy Bowen and award-winning novelist Anna Mazzola. SE5 Forum’s welcomes you to the new winter season of Camberwell Talks – where the good folk of Camberwell take you on a journey to their worlds. We are delighted to present renowned BBC war correspondent Jeremy…