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Community led charity for the benefit of all local residents. The condition of the asset transfer was that the site would be developed as a sports hub.

In 2014 Lewisham Council signed over the playing field on Abbotshall Road to Community Teachsport on a 25 year lease, at a peppercorn rent. In partnership with the Archibald Corbett Society funds were raised to build the centre and in 2015 the the old pavilion and changing rooms were demolished and replaced by the new community building and gardens you see here today. Sadly in 2018 Community Teachsport gave up the lease and Lewisham council again initiated the tender process. A group of local volunteers including members of the Corbett Residents' Association, local parents, business owners, creatives and centre users formed a committee with the aim of keeping the centre doors open to the community. A crowdfunder campaign raised funds to keep the centre running in the interim. The board applied for and achieved charity status in 2019 and after a public consultation submitted the winning proposal to Lewisham Council, finally securing the future of the centre for the community in early 2020. Despite the challenges this year has held for us all, we can look forward to exciting times at the centre. This is a community led initiative and its future will rely on us the community taking ownership and using the facilities and encouraging friends and neighbours to do the same. If you have ideas of what you’d like to see at the centre or you’re interested in running class, group, fundraiser or community event GREAT we would love to hear from you. Remember the centre is a registered charity, so if you have a skill, materials or time to volunteer, or you have knowledge of any companies/organisations offering support or funding opportunities please do get in touch. hello@abbotshallhlc.com

20/12/2025

Hi community, here's our What's On from the 22nd to the 28th of December!🎄🎁

14/12/2025

ABBOTSHALL'S CHRISTMAS PARTY 2025🎄

Join us on the 19th of December, from after school till 19:30!
There’ll be food, drinks (including mulled wine!🍷), music and a very special visit… 🎅

See you then!

13/12/2025

Hi community, here's our What's On from the 15th to the 21st of December!

We have soooo many activities for all ages!😍

11/12/2025

❄Sip into the season!
Our new winter drinks are here to warm your hands and your heart — cosy spices, creamy swirls, and all the festive feels in every cup☕.

🎄Which one are you trying first?

10/12/2025

A new special has landed!
Halloumi, prosciutto crudo, fig conserve & fresh rocket toasted Bup — the perfect mix of sweet, salty & satisfying. Come grab a seat in our warm café and treat yourself to something delicious😋🍽️

09/12/2025

Festive fun isn’t over yet at Baby Sensory Catford🌟

Over the next two weeks, Baby Sensory have two magical themes coming up:
🎄Baby’s First Christmas
❄Winter Wonderland
Baby Sensory can’t wait to welcome you and your little ones to celebrate this special season together. The classes are suitable for babies aged 0–13 months and run five days a week, giving you plenty of opportunities to join them.

And even better — they have a huge 30% off thier Abbotshall classes when you book this week.

www.babysensory.com/blackheath-eltham

07/12/2025

Hi community, here's our What's On from the 8th to the 14th of December!

We have soooo many activities for all ages!😍

05/12/2025

ABBOTSHALL'S CHRISTMAS PARTY 2025🎄

Join us on the 19th of December, from after school ’til the fun stops!
There’ll be food, drinks (including mulled wine!🍷), music and a very special visit… 🎅

See you then!

01/12/2025

WOW!! 🎉✨

We’re so excited for our upcoming classes in Catford!

Baby’s First Christmas
Winter Wonderland
Reflections
Baby Valentine

So we’re giving you a HUGE 30% OFF selected Baby Sensory block bookings!

⏰ Hurry! Book your next block before Friday 5th December to enjoy 30% off.

Book now at www.babysensory.com/blackheath-eltham

💷 Price shown is already discounted!
Don’t miss out — grab your spot now!

29/11/2025

Hi community, here's our What's On from the 1st to the 7th of December!

We have soooo many activities for all ages!😍

28/11/2025

🎄**LAST CHANCE FOR DELIVERY THIS SATURDAY**🎄

Our wonderful garden volunteers are delivering trees this Saturday (29th November) to raise funds for the Abbotshall gardens that everyone enjoys so much in the summer. For delivery on Saturday 29th Nov, get your order in by 5pm! https://abbotshallhlc.org.uk/christmas-trees

Missed out on Saturday delivery? You can also pick up your tree at our Christmas fair on Sunday 30th November - or choose our second delivery date on Saturday 13th December.

27/11/2025

Just in case you wondered what 235 Christmas trees look like… All arranged by Frank and our incredible garden volunteers, who’ve also worked incredibly hard clearing this whole space for them ready for deliveries on Saturday and collections from our Christmas fair on Sunday!

There’s still time to order yours: www.abbotshallhlc.org.uk/christmas-trees

Address

Abbotshall Road
Catford
SE61SQ

Telephone

+442084615355

Website

http://www.abbotshallhlc.org.uk/

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