Abbotshall HLC

Abbotshall HLC 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

✨New on the menu:Grilled Wrap with feta & Mediterranean vegetables🌯Your new go-to lunch!
02/02/2026

✨New on the menu:
Grilled Wrap with feta & Mediterranean vegetables🌯

Your new go-to lunch!

Hi community, here's our What's On from the 2nd to the 8th of Feb✨Find more information about each session on our websit...
01/02/2026

Hi community, here's our What's On from the 2nd to the 8th of Feb✨

Find more information about each session on our website: https://abbotshallhlc.org.uk/

New on the menu✨🥔Jacket potatoes with comforting beans or fresh tuna.
31/01/2026

New on the menu✨
🥔Jacket potatoes with comforting beans or fresh tuna.

📅 2026 is packed with fun at Abbotshall⭐️🌈Join us for parties, fairs, quizzes and community favourites all year round. E...
28/01/2026

📅 2026 is packed with fun at Abbotshall⭐️🌈

Join us for parties, fairs, quizzes and community favourites all year round. Every event supports our charity and helps keep our community centre thriving!

Everyone is welcome, join us💖

Moody outside, cosy inside...Your local spot for a coffee, a pastry and a chat☕🥐🕥Open every day 9:00–14:00
26/01/2026

Moody outside, cosy inside...
Your local spot for a coffee, a pastry and a chat☕🥐

🕥Open every day 9:00–14:00

Hi community, here's our What's On from the 26th of Jan to the 1st of Feb✨Find more information about each session on ou...
24/01/2026

Hi community, here's our What's On from the 26th of Jan to the 1st of Feb✨

Find more information about each session on our website: https://abbotshallhlc.org.uk/

🧁Proof that vanilla is never boring😌Best enjoyed with a hot drink!☕
23/01/2026

🧁Proof that vanilla is never boring😌

Best enjoyed with a hot drink!☕

✨ CREATE. CONNECT. GIVE BACK. ✨Join London Creative Gals for a very special Night, where creativity meets connection🤍🎨 H...
18/01/2026

✨ CREATE. CONNECT. GIVE BACK. ✨

Join London Creative Gals for a very special Night, where creativity meets connection🤍

🎨 Hand-painted Jewellery Workshop with Ma Vie En Bikini — Special Edition
Link to book: https://londoncreativegals.com/products/hand-painted-jewellery-sip-and-chat-copy-1

Spend a joyful evening painting your own hand-crafted jewellery, meeting like-minded people, and connecting through creativity.

🎁🍰 Your ticket includes:
• All materials
• FREE goodie bag from Ma Vie En Bikini
• A drink
• A sweet treat

🔥 EARLY BIRD TICKETS AVAILABLE — limited spaces!

A beautiful way to:
✨ make new friends
✨ feel part of a community
✨ create something meaningful
✨ give back to a great cause

Hi community, here's our What's On from the 19th to the 25th of Jan✨Check out our new classes and Warm Welcome sessions!...
16/01/2026

Hi community, here's our What's On from the 19th to the 25th of Jan✨

Check out our new classes and Warm Welcome sessions!

💖 Love is in the air, and it’s meant to be shared! 💖Bring your loved ones -friends, family, or your special person- and ...
13/01/2026

💖 Love is in the air, and it’s meant to be shared! 💖

Bring your loved ones -friends, family, or your special person- and join us for a VALENTINE’S PARTY!

📆 Friday the 13th of February
🕒 3:00 PM – 7:30 PM

There will be: good food, drinks for kids & adults, good vibes and memories to make together!

Abbotshall Family Warm Welcome Project☕🍝Every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday - don't need to book, just turn up! 📞For mo...
10/01/2026

Abbotshall Family Warm Welcome Project☕🍝

Every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday - don't need to book, just turn up!

📞For more info contact:
info@abbotshallhlc.com
020 84615355

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Abbotshall Road
Catford
SE61SQ

Telephone

+442084615355

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