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Arts & CultureWorkshops & Classes

Around £35

Watercolour Class: Painting Sardines

Turn an everyday tin of sardines into a striking contemporary watercolour painting! Eva will guide you through essential techniques including layering, texture, and colour mixing, helping you capture the subtle sheen of fish, and the play of light across surfaces. You’ll explore composition and colour harmony while learning how to balance precision with expressive, fluid brushwork for a characterful watercolour artwork. All materials are provided - just bring your creative spirit! Eva will support you step-by-step, making this class perfect for beginners as well as those looking to refine their technique in a relaxed, inspiring setting. By the end of the class, you’ll leave with your own contemporary sardine painting to take home. You’re also welcome to BYOB and enjoy a drink while painting. Date: Wednesday 22nd July Time: 19:00 - 21:00 Price £35 Book Here

Wed 22 JulYour Creative Space(1.6mi)

via Your Creative SpaceLocal gem

Community

Rumours Of Fleetwood Mac

Personally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member, Mick Fleetwood, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac is the ultimate tribute to one of rock and roll’s most remarkable groups. Channeling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their very best, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac offers a unique opportunity for fans, both old and new, to rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most loved groups of all time.

Wed 22 JulCliffs Pavilion, Southend(2mi)

via Cliffs Pavilion, SouthendLocal gem

Community

A safe, supportive after‑school space for young people

The full scoop on A safe, supportive after‑school space for young people lives over on Peabody Community Hall's site. We're just the friendly messenger.

Wed 22 JulPeabody Community Hall(2.1mi)

via Peabody Community HallLocal gem

Community

Astrid Sonne and Liana Zhen-Ai

Astrid Sonne and Liana Zhen-Ai at CLUB CHEEK. That's all we've got, but sometimes a good title is all you need. Intrigued? Us too.

Wed 22 JulCLUB CHEEK(2.3mi)

via CLUB CHEEKLocal gem

Community

Fulham Memories – Wednesday Club

Every Wednesday 2.30pm - 4pm | Lunch at 1.30pm

Wed 22 JulSands End Arts & Community Centre(2.6mi)

via Sands End Arts & Community CentreLocal gem

Community

Four Paintings for Friends Circle

Join Head of Collection Helen Hillyard for an out-of-hours tour of four remarkable works in the Gallery exclusively for Friends Circle members.

Wed 22 JulDulwich Picture Gallery(2.8mi)

via Dulwich Picture GalleryLocal gem

Summer School – Watercolour Illustration (0726-14667)

Arts & Culture

Around £122.00

Summer School – Watercolour Illustration (0726-14667)

An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until July 22, 2026

Wed 22 JulPutney School of Art and Design(2.9mi)

via Putney School of Art and Design

Summer School – Pottery: Glazing Workshop 3D Campus (0426-14693)

Arts & CultureWorkshops & Classes

Around £82.00

Summer School – Pottery: Glazing Workshop 3D Campus (0426-14693)

An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until July 22, 2026

Wed 22 JulPutney School of Art and Design(2.9mi)

via Putney School of Art and Design

Workshops & Classes

Mental Health First Aid: Two-Day Course

22 Jul 2026

Wed 22 JulMusicians Union(2.9mi)

via Musicians UnionLocal gem

Community

SEEDL FREE Live and On-Demand Training

SEEDL FREE Live and On-Demand Training. Love Wimbledon. Date's on the card. That's the trailer — their site's got the main feature.

Wed 22 JulLove Wimbledon(3mi)

via Love Wimbledon

Community

Mandarin Classes for Adults

Found this on Love Wimbledon's radar. Mandarin Classes for Adults — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Wed 22 JulLove Wimbledon(3mi)

via Love Wimbledon

Children & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Around £75.00

Summer Kids Sewing Class

Wed 22 JulStitches & Seams(3.1mi)

via Stitches & SeamsLocal gem

Children & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Around £75.00

Summer Kids Sewing Class 20th

10am - 12pm 20th, 21st & 22nd July In these three 2 hour sessions, 10 - 14 year olds learn how to use a sewing machine and make stuff in a friendly and supportive environment. All equipment and materials provided. Suitable for complete beginners and returners. During the first session, learn how to sew in a straight line and turn corners. Then make two items to take home that day. The second and third sessions allow kids to choose from a selection of projects they can work on over the next two weeks (if necessary.) Options include; t shirt tote bag zipped pouch laptop bag cushion cover headscarf bucket hat Returners can work on their own projects and be supported to achieve their goals. Limited to maximum of 4 participants.

Wed 22 JulStitches & Seams(3.1mi)

via Stitches & SeamsLocal gem

Community

Pub Quiz @ The Dog & Fox

Grab your team, get your brain in gear and get quizzical at the Dog & Fox. Where & When: The Dog & Fox, 24 High Street, Wimbledon Village, London … Continued The post Pub Quiz @ The Dog & Fox appeared first on Wimbledon Village.

Wed 22 JulWimbledon Village Hall(3.2mi)

via Wimbledon Village Hall

Sarah Bax Horton: Arm of Eve – Investigating the Thames Torso Murders

Talks & Lectures

Around £15

Sarah Bax Horton: Arm of Eve – Investigating the Thames Torso Murders

Sarah Bax Horton : GUEST SPEAKER EVENT We are delighted to welcome award-winning local author and researcher Sarah Bax Horton to the Club for an intriguing evening exploring one of Victorian London's most chilling unsolved mysteries. While Jack the Ripper remains the most famous unidentified killer of the nineteenth century, another serial murderer stalked London before him. Known as the Thames Torso Killer, this elusive figure murdered and dismembered at least four victims between 1887 and 1889, leaving investigators baffled and the public horrified. Drawing on the research behind her acclaimed book Arm of Eve: Investigating the Thames Torso Murders , Sarah will discuss how she applied modern criminal profiling techniques to a Victorian cold case, leading her to identify a compelling suspect — a known criminal with intimate knowledge of the River Thames and its waterways. The talk will also include fascinating behind-the-scenes insights into Sarah's involvement in the BBC documentary series Lucy Worsley's Victorian Murder Club , which recently brought renewed attention to the case. Following the talk, there will be an opportunity for questions before a book signing and an informal Club Supper with the speaker. Tickets Members: £15 Guests: £20 Tickets include a glass of wine on arrival . A two-course Club Supper will be available after the talk for £22.50 per person .

Wed 22 JulWinchester House Club(3.2mi)

via Winchester House ClubLocal gem

Community

Magnolia Club - Drop in for those with dementia and their carers

This group is run in collaboration with Age UK Lambeth. Dementia services are drop-in groups open to anyone affected by dementia, including carers. We offer a range of activities, from arts and crafts to singing, music, and summer day trips. You’ll always find a good chat, a cuppa and lots of laughter! The groups have: No attendance fee No need to book, just drop by Free parking and disabled access Refreshments, fun, companionship and support For more information please call or email and ask to speak to someone about the Magnolia clubs. Lines open Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm (closed on weekends and bank holidays).

Wed 22 JulChrist Church(3.3mi)

via Christ ChurchCurated

Religion & Spirituality

مطالعه کتاب مقدس به فارسی Farsi Bible Study

Join us to study the Bible in Farsi and to prayer together every Wednesday .هر چهارشنبه، با ما همراه شوید تا کتاب مقدس را با هم به زبان فارسی، مطالعه کنیم و با هم دعا و نیایش نماییم

Wed 22 JulChrist Church(3.3mi)

via Christ ChurchCurated

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Venues with events near Balham

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Putney School of Art and Design2.9 miles away Love Wimbledon3.0 miles away Your Creative Space1.6 miles away

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Greater London, England

Balham has a local Greater London setting where the useful dates may be small but still worth finding. Backstory, Balham SDA Church, and Banana Cabaret give the current listings a useful local shape. Near Here gathers Balham events so church dates and nearby plans are easier to find. Check individual listings for times, booking details, directions, and organiser notes before heading out.

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