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Sydenham's McDonalds is NOT the worst McDonalds in the country. Snipped at the post by Chingford.

But second worst is no recommendation - so why do so many go there and give it only 1-star reviews?

Still all the parasols in the world won't make eating in the middle of a huge car-park much fun. Weird there are plans to expand it - primarily for deliveries so no one will know where their meal came from. Not that it will make it taste any better.

List: https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/lifestyle/food-and-drink/uk-worst-mcdonalds-locations-5174749

#sydenham #se26 #london #mcdonalds

June 12, 2025
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Stunning success beating Manchester City in the Cup Final isn't guaranteeing Crystal Palace a place in the Europa League.

They may fall foul of the multi-club owner rule:
https://www.standard.co.uk/sport/football/crystal-palace-europa-league-uefa-talks-b1230945.html

#crystalpalace #football

June 03, 2025
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May 31, 2025
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Founded in Sydenham in 1985, Morley’s has grown into a cult London brand known for its fried chicken and burgers.

It's also attracted more than its fair share of imitators. Now one less.

https://www.foodmanufacture.co.uk/Article/2025/05/30/morleys-wins-trade-mark-case-against-rival-chicken-chain/

#sydenham #se26 #london

May 30, 2025
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Romario Henry of Bell Green, Sydenham, south London, was found guilty of two robbery offences after a trial in 2023.

The gang were told their sentences would be extended if they did not pay £754,525 within three months.

Two Richard Mille watches, valued at £400,000 and £350,000, are still missing after the raid on 27 November 2021.

More: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwy3nw8gv1jo

#sydenham #se26 #lewisham #cycling

May 21, 2025
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More than 100 food support organisations in South London fear they may be forced to close in the face of growing demand for their services.

One is Rehoboth Community Outreach in Sydenham. It receives more than 7,000KG of food from The Felix Project’s Deptford Depot every month to feed around 450 people in the community.

More: https://londonnewsonline.co.uk/news/more-than-100-food-support-services-fear-closure-due-to-growing-demand/

#sydenham #se26

May 20, 2025
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Congrats to underdog Crystal Palace FC this afternoon. What corker!

We can almost call them our own as they were created in Sydenham's Crytstal Palace Park.

Yep we know other people dispute our claim but, we hope not, our opportunity to revel in the glory and a pint or three.

#sydenham #se26 #crystalpalace #crystalpalacefc #football

May 17, 2025
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Fancy a free pint?

Not in Sydenham but worth the trip to Penge. These two pubs are offering:

* Crooked Billet, 99 High Street, London, SE20 7DT

* Pawleyne Arms, 156 High Street, London, SE20 7EU

Details: https://www.timeout.com/london/news/all-the-london-pubs-you-can-get-a-free-pint-in-this-week-051325

#sydenham #se26 #penge #se20

May 15, 2025
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Sydenham man arrested for the Starmer arson attacks

More: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c78798vnwxeo

#sydenham #se26

May 13, 2025
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The new London Museum will feature our beloved Morleys.

Morley's began as a single shop in Sydenham, south-east London, and has become a common sight across many of the capital's high streets.

More: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cnv5n8re200o

#Sydenham #se26 #london

May 01, 2025
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I noticed an area taped off by the police outside the Greyhound yesterday morning. We had passed that spot less than hour beforehand Friday night. Scary!

Story: https://uknip.co.uk/news/uk/breaking/man-stabbed-with-screwdriver-outside-greyhound-pub-in-sydenham/

#sydenham #se26 #lewisham

April 28, 2025
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LEWISHAM GIVES GRANTS TO 23 BUSINESSES

One of the groups who received a grant is On The Hoof.

The Sydenham café will use the grant to invest in reusable coffee cups for customers, better washing facilities, and the development of a cup deposit scheme and incentives.

More: https://www.newsshopper.co.uk/news/25110223.lewisham-council-gives-businesses-grants-eco-projects/?ref=uber_tsb&lp=5

#sydenham #se26 #lewisham

April 24, 2025
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Historic dinosaur models part of £22m park upgrade

Almost £22m from the sale has been ring-fenced by Bromley Council to pay for the dinosaurs' restoration as well as the creation of a dinosaur-themed playground, a visitor centre, community centre and café.

More: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c62gq9z4p5yo

#sydenham #crystalpalace #crystalpalacepark #bromley #london

April 21, 2025
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There will be no trains between Victoria & London Bridge Easter holiday April 18/21st. Southeastern trains at Penge East/Sydenham Hill will not run to Victoria but will be diverted to other London terminals.

#Sydenham #se26 #foresthill #se23 #honoroak #southernrailway #southeastern

April 15, 2025