lane lover

Put a carved pumpkin out front.

Thats no way to Run DMC ...

leenorris78 Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > lane lover Wrote: > -------------------------------------------------- > ----- > > I noticed some police officers handing out > > leaflets on LL earlier this morning. Does > anyone > > know what this was about? > > Why did you not go and ask them? The bus I was on was moving a bit too fast to jump off at the time.

Agree on some of the benefits, but also keep in mind the negatives of cycling in London. Its not all "better health" and "safe" - nor as cheap as you think when you take into account cost of bike, higher maintenance etc. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-12298562 http://www.rospa.com/roadsafety/adviceandinformation/cycling/facts-figures.aspx Not trying to put people off, but need to reflect a balanced view. I know far too many people who have had serious injuries riding in London ...

Same - heard very good things about Daisy Lets, however have not used them personally.

Thought so - they should have handed out samples. A shame for all that stuff to go to waste!

I noticed some police officers handing out leaflets on LL earlier this morning. Does anyone know what this was about?

I thought this was a joke thread? The only buses that appear on time are early in the morning (before 7am). Unfortunately, London has other traffic on the roads for most parts of the day and hence you get delays (surprise surprise). As KidKruger said, there are internet and smartphone applications that let you know when the next bus will arrive. Just plan ahead a little ...

I am hoping the Boris Bikes scheme is expanded south once the new Barclays Superhighways open over coming years. If you look at existing Superhighways, there seems to be a more pronounced focus on bikes around these routes. http://www.tfl.gov.uk/assets/downloads/roadusers/barclays-cycle-superhighways-map.pdf Routes CS5 and CS6 should benefit our area, and I expect new bikes to be put in place by that time. I know its a way off, but good things come to those who wait. On the transport links, we also forget its a fairly seemless journey to the Eurostar. The train from Denmark Hill to SPI is less than 25 minutes. I hate travelling on the tube - more than happy with the quality of our transport links - just need higher frequency for certain rail routes!

I agree with FeelFabulousWithZoe. Many Forumites whinge about crime and p00 in ED, when in fact we have it much better than most parts of London. Roll on the weekend!

I am interested on people's views on Fois Gras - have they changed in the last year, and what do the Newby's think? I love Fois Gras - Californians are really missing out!

I dont feel sorry for anyone using Easyjet or Ryanair. You know what you are signing up for when you book a LCC. Unless you are travelling with limited luggage and no need for flexibility or customer service - then do what I do, and avoid them unless absolutely desperate! In most cases, its actually cheaper to book with BA or another full-fare airline.

As I suspected, most of what we talk about on this forum is complete and utter $h1t.

I cant stand Wagamamas or GBK for that matter. I would prefer some of the independent "pop up" restaurants from Brixton Village to open up a second restaurant on LL. For example, Honest Burger would be a great replacement for GBK; they have already opened up a second store in Soho. Also, I think we need a decent sushi restaurant. And not Yo Sushi!

Yes, thanks for the update yeknomyeknom. This is a good warning to ensure we are all vigilant and remember the mid-terraces are not as hard to access as we may all think! Agree with ianc too - this is made even easier if you live in the 2 bed terraces with a back extension!

You shouldnt really sell a property in London at the moment. London is a good long term investment, and you arent likely to get a decent price in the current market due to low availability of mortgages (high deposit/equity needed). However, if you were to be a seller/buyer - you have the advantage of selling and buying in the same depressed market. I wouldnt sell up and rent. Rent in London at the moment is quite high (and increasing) due to the low availability of mortgages. For example, I am paying less than two-thirds in my mortgage currently, compared to the rent on the same type of property. I only have 20% equity. I would hence rent out the room, but to someone you know that you can rely on (i.e not a stranger, maybe a friend of a friend). I believe its a much better financial decision in the long run.

I am assuming it didnt have sufficient donations to remain solvent.

They still come around, but less often. I notices they came around a few weeks ago after the "weeds" had grown considerably after the rainfall.

I think you already covered it ...

I hear he had a run in with Oscar a few weeks back ...

Firstly, this is not a forum for Peckham. Secondly, this should help answer your question (relevant, though a bit dated): http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peckham

James Barber is behind a new ?55m "super tram" project linking Kings College Hospital and Guys Hospital at London Bridge. http://www.southlondon-today.co.uk/News.cfm?id=25732&headline=Wheels%20in%20motion%20for%20%C2%A355m%20tram I am interested in others' thoughts on the project - and whether James believes they would consider extending such a tram to ED like the glory days?

I was just wondering how the role of Admin came about. I am not disputing their role, only wondering if anyone knew who they were and how they are allocated the role.

Hi there, I am new to ED and wondering if anyone knows who Admin is? Is it one person, or are there are few admins of the forum? How do you become and Admin and can we vote the Admin off the forum?