This week has a bit of everything: Windrush stories, Sydenham market browsing, records at Deptford Lounge, and Fox & Firkin doing what Fox & Firkin does best — giving Lewisham High Street a very loud Saturday.
In this week’s Loop:
A sunny-ish Saturday market in Sydenham
Ska, reggae, jungle and dubstep at The Fox & Firkin
Windrush memories, movement and storytelling with Age Exchange
Yoga, homework help, colouring and a couple of library listings to double-check
🗓️ Our picks for 9th June - 14th June
The Windrush Journey & Arrival 2026
Memories, movement and stories worth keeping safe
Age Exchange is running a community reminiscence, arts and dance project celebrating the memories and cultural legacy of the Windrush Generation. It brings together elders living with dementia, carers, family members and local residents through dance workshops, storytelling and creative sessions.
It runs through June and July, with public exhibitions planned later in the summer. A thoughtful one, and very much rooted in the people and stories that shaped this corner of London.
Details can be found here, for those wanting more information. Contact Age Exchange at 020 8318 9105 if you would like to take part, share a family story, or host a screening.
Monday 8th June - Friday 31st July @ 09:00 - 17:00
Age Exchange @ 11 Blackheath Village, SE3 9LA
Summer Market
Sydenham browsing, local makers, and probably something you did not plan to buy
SEE3’s Summer Market is back at Sydenham Centre with gifts, plants, jewellery, treats, food and local makers. Very good for “just popping in” and leaving with a card, a candle, a plant and no memory of how it happened.
It is a nice low-effort Saturday plan, especially if you want to support small businesses without making a grand day of it.
Turn up on the day, for traders it’s £15 if you need tables and chairs, £10 if you provide your own. More info here.
Saturday 13th June @ 11:00 - 16:00
Sydenham Centre, @ 44A Sydenham Road, SE26 5QX
The Dualers at The Fox & Firkin
South East London ska in a proper Lewisham setting
The Dualers are heading to The Fox & Firkin for an open-air afternoon of ska, reggae and Jamaican rhythm & blues. They are a South East London band with a big following, so expect a lively one rather than a gentle pint in the corner.
A strong Saturday pick if you like your weekend plans sunny, loud and danceable.
More details and tickets listed from £29.50 here. Minimum age 18+
Saturday 13 June @ 14:00 - 20:00
The Fox & Firkin @ 316 Lewisham High Street, SE13 6JZ
Bring Your Own Vinyl
Your favourite record, someone else’s wildcard, and ten turns behind the decks
Deptford Lounge is hosting a relaxed vinyl-sharing evening for adults. Bring a favourite record, sign up on arrival, and take a turn playing it through the sound system. There are 10 playing slots, first come first served.
You can also pick up basic DJ tips from library staff, which is lovely and also a dangerous gateway into saying “just one more record” for the rest of your life.
Book here via the library website
Saturday 13 June @ 18:00 - 20:00
The Library at Deptford Lounge @ 9 Giffin Street, SE8 4RJ
All Colours x Only Rave Handles x After Hours presents: Chimpo
For anyone whose Saturday does not end at bedtime
All Colours, Only Rave Handles and After Hours are teaming up at The Fox & Firkin for a night of UK garage, dubstep, 140, breakbeat, hardcore, jungle and drum and bass. The line-up includes Chimpo with Killa P, Horsepower Productions with HAM, Chinese Daughter B2B Ekula with Deemas J, and more.
A big one for the late-night crowd. Sensible shoes optional, stamina not so much.
Tickets are listed at £13-£15 (+booking fee) on the Fox & Firkin listings here along with further details. Minimum age 18+, last entry @ 02:30.
Saturday 13 June @ 21:00 - Sunday 14 June 04:00 (overnight)
The Fox & Firkin @ 316 Lewisham High Street, SE13 6JZ
Pick n Mix ✨
Little local bits for bodies, brains and slightly restless households
🧘 Wednesday morning Therapeutic Yoga - Wednesday 10 June, 09:30-10:30. Accessible yoga at Manor House Community Library, with equipment provided. £15 drop-in if spaces are available; to book, email Cathy at [email protected]
International Day of Play: Bouncy Fun - Thursday 11 June, 11:00-14:00. A bouncy castle free for children to jump about on and play, set up at the Downham Health & Leisure Centre as part of the International Day of Play.
🥋 Free Martial Arts & Tai Chi Self-Defence Class - Thursday 11 June, 13:00-14:00. A free Wing Chun and Tai Chi session at Zhulin Hidden Village on Lewisham High Street. Beginners are very welcome.
📚 Homework Club - Thursday 11 June, 15:30-17:00. A Corbett Community Library session for children who need a bit of help getting schoolwork unstuck. Useful, calm, and better than kitchen-table negotiations.
🎨 Sunday Colouring Club - Sunday 14 June, 2:00pm-3:00pm. A free drop-in colouring session at Catford Library, with materials provided. Children under 8 need an adult with them.
Our Local Legacies: Collage and Zine-Making - Wednesday 20th May, 11:30 - 13:30. A free creative workshop at Deptford Lounge, 9 Giffin Street exploring Lewisham’s community histories through collage and zine-making, with materials and refreshments provided.
See you around this week ~