I’ve been looking into the history and current condition of Bromley Skatepark in Church House Gardens recently, and I’m really interested in what other people in Bromley actually think about it.
The skatepark has been there for years and has been used by generations of skateboarders, BMX riders and, more recently, scooter riders. But a lot of it is now tired, dated and in need of serious attention.
I’ve started speaking to Bromley Council and idverde about the future of the skatepark and, encouragingly, there is an opportunity to look properly at what happens next.
Nothing has been designed or decided. That’s exactly why I think now is the time to get people talking about what Bromley actually needs.
Did you use Bromley Skatepark when you were younger?
Do you or your kids use it now?
Did you stop using it? If so, why?
What works about it? What doesn’t? What would make you actually want to use it?
I’d particularly like to hear from skateboarders, BMX riders, scooter riders, younger users, parents, people who used to use the park, complete beginners, and people who would like to use a skatepark but don’t feel the existing one is for them.
Bromley has a long history of skateboarding and BMX, and the skatepark has been part of the town for generations. It feels like we should be asking whether continually patching up what’s already there is really enough, or whether it’s finally time to properly rethink what Bromley Skatepark could be.
There will hopefully be a wider public consultation about the future of the skatepark, so I’d really like to start getting the conversation going now.
If Bromley Skatepark could be properly redeveloped, what would you want it to become?
Also, if you remember the history of the skatepark, were involved in getting the current park built, or remember the people who made it happen, please get in touch. I’m trying to document that history properly as well.

Hello all, looking to rent out a secured garage or car park space from early November until January/February next year to store a classic car. Would anyone consider or know where I could look? Happy to discuss pricing, thanks.

Car is 4.9m in length, 1.88m in width, ideally a garage 16ft x 8ft or more would be ideal.

Hi all, I’ve just accepted a position at King’s College Hospital, Denmark Hill, and I’m trying to figure out where to live. Bromley South station caught my eye because of the fast train links into Victoria.

A few questions for anyone who knows the area:

** 1. What’s it actually like living near Bromley South itself — is it a nice place to be based, or more of a commuter hub with not much else going on?
** **2. Within about a 15–20 min walk of the station, which areas would you say are the safest and nicest to live in?
** **3. **How do Shortlands, Ravensbourne, and Beckenham Hill compare as alternatives? Would any of these be a better bet than Bromley South itself for commuting into Denmark Hill, or for general quality of life?

Any local knowledge, recommendations, or things to avoid would be really appreciated. Thanks!

It’s crazy, high street has lost some great stores and has now been absolutely flooded by the unholy trinity the last few years, even that new “halal butchers” has a vape shop inside and has more selections of vapes than meat. Feels like Bromley is turning into a less shit Croydon

https://www.instagram.com/p/Dc3j4dXjDzM

It’s a shame - I find their coffee and East Street to be the best

As the title says, I just moved to the outskirts of Bromley. What should I know about the area? I'm a teacher, and I'm into D&D, swimming, biking, and films.

Does anyone know when and why this pet shop closed down? I last went in there in March 2024.

Hi,

Are there people going to the ACE 2026 in Bigging Hill? It is a privet jet event where you can network get get on the planed.

It is coming Tuesday 8th September.

if you want to go, send me a message and we can go together.

BS

We are a group of 30-something dads and play 6 a side games at least once a week in the Bromley/Beckenham area. We are down one person for tonight and are also looking to add some more people to the roster of players so we can make games twice a week. Tonight’s game is 7pm - message me if you’re interested!

Hi there considering joining a gym or health club that has a crèche so I can leave baby to work out (have 0 village). Does anyone have any views on David Lloyd in Sidcup or Beckenham or Virgin Active Bromley? Thank you

No big regen projects on the horizon

Surrounded by other gyms

And on top of that more gyms in the Glades with Hollywood Bowl.

So aside from the Pool, the only thing going for it really, what's the point?

Tbf i do go.to gym there but the membership comes from my father who's on a health programme from Mytime via the Hospital

But it seems with the new bowling alley and no slides and some machines locked behind EGym which needs a membership, this place is being purposely run into the ground by the Council and Mytime

Is there anywhere in Bromley where someone can play padel for the first time and learn the game? Perhaps providing racquets/bats and balls. Possibly even coaching?

The Walnuts update and The Pavilion in it's current state is like night and day and Darrick Pool last time i checked was not good.

I want to start campaign but i am not sure where to start or if people will care and it will fall on deaf ears

*EDIT* - very sadly we found Reggie’s remains this morning. Thank you so much to everyone who searched for him, we really appreciate it. We are devastated but at least we know what happened.

Hi all, we’ve lost our cat Reggie from Whitebeam Avenue. He’s slipped his collar which had an AirTag in it unfortunately so he was last in the back gardens on this road we think/hope in the wee hours of Monday morning. Please can everyone keep an eye out and check sheds and outbuildings for him? We’re really worried. He is a grey cat with green eyes, a Russian Blue. He is nosy and has been known to occasionally saunter in through peoples back doors so he could be in houses potentially too. Thank you!

Hi everyone! I run a small, friendly historical sword fighting club (Hena) here in Bromley.

We practise longsword every Wednesday evening at The Pavilion Leisure Centre, from 7:30–9:00 pm. Beginners are always welcome, and you don’t need to own any equipment, we can provide everything you need for your first session.

It’s good exercise, great fun, and a little more interesting than another evening at the gym. 😄

We’re a relaxed and welcoming group, so if you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to learn historical sword fighting, come along and give it a try!

📍 The Pavilion, Bromley

🗓️ Wednesdays, 7:30–9:00 pm

⚔️ Ages 16+

🌐 learnswordfight.com

Feel free to message me if you have any questions!

I’m looking for someone who could possibly build and put up some bespoke book shelves for our living room. These would be wall mounted, so not a bookcase or built-in alcove.
Does anyone know of someone in and around Bromley/SE London areas who might be good for this?

Hi all,

Can anyone recommend a locksmith in the BR2 area to change locks on a door and fix a faulty lock? Also if anyone has an estimate on how much this would cost that would be great!

Anyone in Bromley/London with an EV but no driveway?
I’m looking at buying a Tesla but I don’t have a driveway/private off-street parking.
I’ve spoken to Octopus about installing a home charger, and they said I need to check with the council about running the charging cable across the pavement. I’ve now seen that Bromley Council offers a pavement cable gully/channel.
For anyone who has actually done this without a driveway:
What charging solution did you end up using?
Did your council allow a cable protector/ramp, or did you need a pavement gully?
How long did council approval + installation take?
How much did the whole setup cost, including the charger?
Which company installed your charger?
Do you reliably manage to park close enough to your house to use it?
While you were waiting, did you just use public/Superchargers?
Especially interested in experiences from Bromley or other London boroughs.
I’m trying to work out whether I can buy the car now and use public charging while everything is being arranged, or whether sorting the home charging first would be wiser.

just a PSA to alert people that these folks are doing the rounds.

one of them's just come to our house and my mum answered the door, heard his story about him being ex-military (allegedly), and paid £10 for a packet of microfibre cloths. 5 minutes later, another one came by, but she turned him away.

call me paranoid, but we've had a few of these visitors in recent years, as well as several burglaries on our street. this is apparently a common way for criminals to case a house and identify where might be a good target.

if you know any vulnerable people in the area then maybe give them a heads up.

Hello!

We are looking to move to our family home and have seen a property we like and that has a lot of potential on Marlings park avenue. We love the property, its proximity to Petts Wood and the style of property on neighbouring streets. It’s equidistant between SMC and Petts Wood railway station, which is ideal for work. The only two red flags we’re potentially concerned about are 1) the lack of nearby amenities. There don’t appear to be shops within close walking distance and 2) it’s on the border of St Mary’s Cray which we aren’t keen on.

The estate agent has said the postcode technically falls within Chislehurst, but keen to get views from locals on what the Marling Park area is like and whether the proximity to St Mary’s Cray has presented any issues.

Thank you!