Sydenham Town Forum

No problem with reducing total number of MPs (although total in the Lords a much more egregious problem). But more marginals? Elections being decided purely on marginals is a distorting disgrace. Only one question should ever be asked when setting up an electoral system — why should where someone li...

In terms of subsidy, the old "extremities" argument does have merit, and certainly there should always be a concerted effort to ensure that no one who lives remotely to our cities is disenfranchised in anyway. But if you'll excuse me, the old argument about Cornish or Scottish extremities ...

Interesting to note that statistic about train traffic doubling since 1985, seems surprising considering that London's population only recently surpassed its pre-war peak. But it's certainly worth bearing in mind the amount of infrastructure development work that's going on, and which must affect ou...

This news, together with Bob Wines opening up by the station, makes for an excellent local Christmas present. Both traders will help, hopefully, in making other innovative retailers consider setting up in Sydenham. The very best to all at Sydenham Beer Rebellion! We'll be in for a celebratory pint d...

One in the eye for anyone who thinks Twitter is only good for the kind of people who like reporting on what kind of sandwich they're eating - hopefully it will help make Twitter's direct connection potential clearer. A great piece of sleuthing to find him, and a good story to read of a lunchtime.

Fabulously patronising comment indeed. Doubtless it being so would never have occurred to the man. You're obviously so, so unfortunate not to share Eagle's experience-led authority in this matter. My God, the trains in London are stunningly, stunningly poor. And you know what? People understand that...

If they're such a weak bunch, their absence on the night would have been telling in itself. Organisers should have gone ahead anyway and let attendees make their own minds up. Even this year's TV debates have gone ahead without one or other party leader. These people are standing for office. If they...

Happy to report that 3 has actually very good reception in Sydenham. Had it for nearly four years and it' been much better than Virgin previously (which is I guess part of EE now). In the evenings I've taken to using 3 to stream radio content (it's 4G in Sydenham now) over my yo-yoing wi-fi (supplie...

1) The availability of funding is not a reason for action. I thought this whole "quick, we've got some cash so let's spend it" nonsense was being driven out of local government. I hope this is an aberration. 2) The data on speeds has been rendered laughable because it was conducted two mon...

I have always assumed that "The Two Half's" is so called because it is the property of a gentleman by the name of Mr. Two Half. This thread is making me question that assumption.

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Not much that's new, apart from the exhibition bit - which might be tied into the roof idea. At least he's talking to people, albeit other business folk.

Duke, thanks for the useful intelligence on the size of the stadium. I figured twice the height, so it's good to have someone confirm that. I'm no engineer, but I'd certainly understand if the project cost went sky high (if you pardon the pun) at the prospect of digging down to reduce the overall en...

Last week on the BBC's local football programme 'Late Kick-Off', CPFC director Steve Parrish was interviewed about the impact of the Olympic Stadium decision on CPFC's own plans. If you consider the ideas woolly already, you might think them even less realistic after hearing Parrish suggest a) a per...

I think you'll find it's "The Two Half's". Tch, honestly. Get it right.

(I prefer to think it was named after a Mr. Two Half, but even that's stretching it.)

IMAGE: http://newsimg.bbc.co.uk/media/images/44390000/jpg/_44390502_empty_pa300.jpg This is Bolton Wanderers' Reebok Stadium. It has a capacity of 28,700. The picture shows one of the ends of the ground. As you can see, it has two tiers. Both tiers appear to be similar in height (if you include thos...

To be fair, The Commander, other parks in London don't have huge, unused all-seater stadiums sitting slap bang in the middle of them! That aside, there's no question that traffic and parking control are big, unanswered questions. I went to Selhurst Park yesterday, my second visit this season. Observ...

Hi Hill Dweller, Exploiting a coincidence in names? They were nicknamed the Glaziers before they were nicknamed the eagles, and their club badge incorporates the Crystal Palace. Why 'glaziers' ?- because of the Palace! It's not a coincidence, or a question of usurping, or inheritance — it's just his...

The park is used moderately for those playing the odd game, walking the odd dog or just visiting the dinosaurs. But in the middle of it all is this wide, space-consuming all-seater stadium - and it's virtually unused all year around. Isn't this the point? A viable tenant for the stadium site leading...

Evening Mr Dweller et al, Not sure why you would assume I don't use public transport. As it happens, I much prefer trains, buses and (push) bike to get around. I lived north of the river for more than 30 years and I've always found it astounding how badly people in the south of London think their co...

Evening Hill Dweller, 1) Agreed. It is a bit parky. 2) Public transport. Well, I guess the length of trains *might* be an issue, but it's the number of trains they'd have to look at. IMHO the new Overground trains are perfect for dealing with decanting large crowds. 2) I certainly don't accept that ...