SE5 Forum

A Voice for Camberwell

The SE5 Forum is a grassroots, non-political, umbrella organisation that exists to work for the improvement of Camberwell to benefit all members of our diverse community. The Forum was set up to be the eyes, ears and voice of the community, to see and understand what is happening within the area, to listen to concerns and raise them with the relevant organisations. Other Camberwell Related Organiz

ations:

http://www.camberwellarts.co.uk/
http://www.camberwellonline.co.uk/
http://www.camberwellparty.org/
http://www.camberwellsociety.org.uk/
http://www.ch1889.org/
http://friendsofbrunswickpark.org.uk/
http://www.friendsofburgesspark.org.uk/
http://friendsruskinpark.org.uk/
http://www.gaycamberwell.com/
http://www.myattsfieldspark.info/index.html
http://www.peoplesrepublicofsouthwark.co.uk/
http://www.stgilestrust.org.uk
http://www.se5forum.org/

19/08/2026

Camberwell Talks is back!💥

To start us off in September we will be joined by leading historian of both Black British and gay culture, Stephen Bourne. He'll be sharing stories from growing up in 1960s Camberwell and becoming a , now captured in his memoir 'Thursday’s Child – A Life Between the Lines'.

Since the 1990s, Stephen has become a pioneering figure in British public life. He has published more than 20 books on Black British history and gay culture, including his best-known titles Black Poppies, Fighting Proud and Trailblazers of Black British Theatre. For his contribution to diversity, Stephen was awarded the Freedom of the Borough by Southwark Council.

Come and hear the stories behind the books – and discover the people, places and experiences that shaped a remarkable Camberwell life.

General Admission (£12) and Concession Tickets (£7) are available, all tickets includes a free drink. We look forward to welcoming you!

If you're struggling with the cost of living and would like to attend this event, get in touch with us at [email protected]

📍The Crypt at St Giles
🗓Monday 7th September
⏰ 7pm
🎟 Ticket purchase - https://bit.ly/4zFD8Lt

25/07/2026

⏰ Early bird gets the… enjoyment of the dawn chorus! The Camberwell Dawn Chorus walk at Burgess Park is filling up fast and it won't cost you a penny.

Spend a magical morning with expert guides discovering the incredible birdlife hiding around the park's lake and wooded areas. No experience needed, binoculars optional.

🗓 Saturday 22nd August
🕕 Walks begin at 6:00am & 7:30am
📍 Meeting point is the Angling Club in Burgess Park, Camberwell
👨‍👩‍👧 All ages welcome, the planned route is wheelchair accessible
🏠 Sign up for a free bird box on the day!

Don't sleep on this one, book your free spot now https://bit.ly/4oTzJ6H 🔗

08/07/2026

🐦 Set your alarms for an early start! Enjoy the Camberwell Dawn Chorus with us on Saturday 22nd August.

Join expert naturalists John & Janet Cadera for a guided walk at the lake and woodland, learning to identify birds by sight and song. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike.

🕕 Walks begin at 6:00am & 7:30am
📍 Meeting point is the Angling Club in Burgess Park, Camberwell
👨‍👩‍👧 All ages welcome
🏠 Sign up for a free bird box on the day!

Spaces are strictly limited, book yours for free before they go! https://bit.ly/4oTzJ6H 🔗

The event is organised by the Camberwell Trees and Green Spaces group of SE5 forum and The Camberwell Society. Our bird-box project is co-funded by the Camberwell Society, and by Hubbub who are delivering on behalf of the London Borough of Southwark.

📸 Richard Page-Jones

01/07/2026

Join us at the lovely for our next Camberwell Talk on Monday 6th July!

We'll be joined by Natasha to hear about Camberwell through an artist's eyes. Living and working in the area, becoming inspired by the local architecture and running successful local businesses alongside artistic exploration.

All tickets include a free drink! Get yours now https://bit.ly/4g6PFjF 🔗

📸

27/06/2026

Camberwell through an artists eyes🎨
For our next Camberwell Talk, we're joined by Natasha Godfrey aka , the force behind Camberwell Arts Market. From travelling the world with her camera and sketchbook to exhibiting in the RA summer exhibition, to keeping Lumberjack alive through COVID, Natasha shares how travel, art and local enterprise shaped her distinctive illustrations of what makes Camberwell unique.

Join us on Monday 6th July, 7pm at for a wonderful evening. All tickets include a free drink, get yours now https://bit.ly/4g6PFjF 🎟

23/06/2026

Thanks to everyone who came and chilled at our Mulberry Moments event in the heat of Saturday afternoon ☀

Within the wider context of Climate Change, Camberwell has been doing its bit, and celebrating the good stuff. We heard from Head Gardener of Burgess, Ciaran Hawkins, and from Peter Coles (UK Mulberry expert) about how mulberry trees are a smart bet for a climate resilient future.

Friends of Burgess Park were fantastic hosts, and the Chumleigh Gardens proved an excellent concert venue. Thank you to our talented musicians Belinda Braggins, Winston Skerritt and Maurice Brown for the afternoon's music. Amazing lemonade treats and mulberry jam for our scones as a teatime treat were courtesy of TFC, the Turkish Food Centre in Camberwell. Sally Willcocks fabric bows were used to dress the trees at the start of the new avenue - so nobody could possibly miss the newly planted trees. And thanks are due to the Camberwell Society and Nunhead Gardener whose financial support made the mulberry celebration possible.

⭐ Join us for free at our next event, the Camberwell Butterfly safari - Saturday 4th of July. Book your place now on Eventbrite so you don’t miss out! ⭐

Jazzlive at The Crypt Turkish Food Centre The Camberwell Society The Nunhead Gardener

13/06/2026

Next Saturday! ☀
We'll be bringing a free afternoon of live music from Jazzlive at The Crypt to Burgess Park to celebrate the wonderful new avenue of mulberry trees.

Reserved seats and picnic spots are now booked but you can still enjoy the music from the main park area. Join us from 2pm - 4pm! 🎶🌳

On the day, Burgess Park will be full of activity as part of the Community Festival. Friends of Burgess Park will also be celebrating the 30th anniversary of Chumleigh Gardens with their own fantastic programme.

We are incredibly grateful to The Camberwell Society and The Nunhead Gardener Gardener for their support!

All further information can be found here - https://bit.ly/3Rrckgh

07/06/2026

On Saturday 4th July we'll be wandering around Camberwell to record our sightings of butterflies and moths ready to submit our findings to this year's 🦋🔍

Join us for our Camberwell Butterfly Safari and contribute to this important project by the Butterfly Conservation, helping to track the health of our environment through the beautiful insects around us.

This event is free to attend but booking is required. Click the link below to secure your space.
https://bit.ly/4vknMsG

The Camberwell Society

31/05/2026

Fancy running the Big Half?! 🏃🏾‍♂️🏃‍♀️🏃🏼🏃🏼‍♀️🏃🏾🏃‍♂️🏃🏿‍♀️🏃🏽‍♀️🏃🏻‍♀️

We have discounted Community Spaces for any SE5 residents who would like to run this year’s Big Half on Sunday 6th September. Run from Tower Bridge to the Cutty Sark through the heart of London and be part of one of the city's most iconic half marathons! Reduced Entry Fee for SE5 residents is £25.

Email [email protected] to secure your place. Places will be confirmed on a first-come-first-served basis.

Big Half

26/05/2026

To celebrate the wonderful new avenue of mulberry trees in , we’re hosting a free afternoon of music from Jazzlive at The Crypt!

Join friends and neighbours to enjoy music from Winston Skerritt (bass) and Belinda Braggins (keys) who will be joined by guitarist Maurice Brown for two sets of original music. Expect jazz, folk and world influences, relaxed grooves and strong melodies.

Bring your own picnic to enjoy yourself or along with family and friends or drop into the Stomping Grounds Café on-site.

🎟Book your spot today - https://bit.ly/3Rrckgh

This event is brought to you by the Camberwell Trees and Green Spaces Group, co-sponsored by the SE5 Forum for Camberwell and The Camberwell Society. We are grateful to the Camberwell Society, and The Nunhead Gardener for their financial support, so we can bring this music event to everyone for free.

Watch out for further news on teatime treats on the Camberwell Life app! Download from the app store and google play.

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