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It’s a chilly, grey one in Chislehurst, but spring is quietly breaking through, daffodils, magnolias and all, and this week’s 8:01 has ideas for cosy dinners in town, local Easter fun, community campaigns, club sign‑ups, looming tube strikes and a fond farewell to a much‑loved coffee shop.
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We have definitely witnessed false spring, as this week has been grey and cold. But despite the weather, signs of spring are here. There are plenty of daffodils out and magnolia trees are in full blossom. Those that suffer from tree pollen will no doubt have noticed. With the days getting longer, it’s also a good time to sort out your garden and get things into shape as BBQ season is only just around the corner.
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If you’re after a Fancy Dinner In Town…
Los Mochis
The weather has regressed this week and we’ve gone back to grey skies and cold temperatures, so if you’re looking to espace our current climes without leaving London, a few hours spent in Los Moches will do the trick. A fusion of Mexico and Japan, Los Mochis servers up a wonderful menu full flavour and spice that will make you gorget that bitterly cold wind. When the weather does improve, they also have a rooftop terrace where you can enjoy the city skyline.
🏘️ In Chislehurst… 🏘️
Save the Chartwell Cancer Unit
Despite offering much needed care to cancer patients in the region, there are still plans to close the inpatient care at Chartwell Cancer Unit at the PRUH. There are now over 30,000 signatures on the petition at Change.org and if you’ve not offered your support, you still can here.
St Nicholas Easter Trail
St Nicholas church as put on bit of an Easter Trail. There are 10 animals waiting to be found hidden around the High Street and St Nicks church. We understand that you’ll need to look both high and low for the elusive animals. To help you on the quest, booklets are available from Monday from the Village Hall 9am-1pm priced at £5.
Anyone for tennis?
Chislehurst Tennis Club are looking for new members. They are open to new members and you can join at any time, with the standard membership year running from 1 April to 31 March. All standards are welcome, from beginners and social players to team players competing in the North Kent League. For further info email, [email protected]
🚂 The Commute 🚂
Tube Strikes are coming. Unfortunately, the RMT Union have decided to call a number of strikes over the next couple of weeks. Starting from March 24th there will be 6 separate, 24hr strikes, ending May-22.
👂 Heard on the Platform 👂
After 6 years, popular coffee shop Joëlls is shutting it’s doors. The last coffee’s will be served on March-22, so if you want to pop in one last time, you only have a few days to do it. Joells was a venue that opened up during Covid and has been a focal part of the community on the High Street ever since. We’re sure that many people will miss it.
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See you next, Friday!
Simon
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