The weekend of 1 and 2 October saw the inaugural Catford Literary Festival. I missed events on the first day, but I was part of the second day where I chaired two panel discussions and met many lovely people. The Catford Literary Festival was set up by Natasha Clarkson of the Abbottshall Healthy Lifestyle CentreContinue reading “Catford Literary Festival”
Tag Archives: Lewisham
The Historical Presence
Until we claim the future with positivity and hope, the past will always be our stumbling block. The story of Robert Aske, The Royal Africa Company, profits from slavery, and how they funded the Haberdashers’ Aske’s schools.
Lewisham’s Enigmatic Colorful House and Its Owner
Brenton Samuel Pink, a member of the Windrush generation, purchased a colorful house in Lewisham in the 1960s and decorated it to reflect his Jamaican heritage. Despite experiencing racism, he actively contributed to his community. Pink’s life story illustrates the area’s complex history, highlighting both progress and ongoing challenges for future generations.
Sanjit Chudha 