Produced in collaboration with Urban Xtra Radio - this is a detailed, multi-topic community and ward briefing. It compiles updates on local governance initiatives, public works projects, essential support services for families and vulnerable residents, upcoming cultural and recreational events, and opportunities for community funding and engagement within Gospel Oak and Camden borough.
Gospel Oak Community Update July 2026 Provides an update on local events, council initiatives, and support services for the summer. Highlights are....
Highlights: Community Events: A packed schedule for the summer. Council Consultations: Murphy's Yard consultation by the 21 July deadline. Upcoming Bacton 2 development and plans for c468 new homes. Services: Early waste collection times and new regulations on public alcohol consumption (PSPO). Family Support: Resources for young people, holiday programs, free youth courses at council centres, and special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) support. Community Safety: New Safer Neighbourhood Panel Chair and police update
Links: Local Development Bacton Phase 2 Consultation (https://bacton.govocal.com/en-GB/projects/bacton-phase-two)
Fix It Yourself (https://www.fixingfactory.org/fix-it-yourself)
Camden Climate Fund (https://www.camden.gov.uk/greener-camden-events-and-groups)
Murphy's Yard Survey (https://murphysyard.com/survey/)
Proposals (https://murphysyard.com/#Proposals)
Collection Schedule (https://www.camden.gov.uk/check-collection-day)
Libraries & Arts Queen's Crescent Library (Free SIM cards) (https://www.camden.gov.uk/free-sim-cards-for-residents)
Heath Hands (Guided Walks) (https://www.heath-hands.org.uk/whatson)
Camden Schools Art Biennale (https://www.arts.ac.uk/colleges/central-saint-martins/csm-public/camden-schools-art-biennale)
Policing & Safety Met Engage (https://www.metengage.co.uk/)
Gospel Oak Safer Neighbourhoods Team (https://www.metengage.co.uk/Content/LocalArea/79376/Gospel%20Oak)
Children & Youth HAF Summer Programme (http://youngcamdenfoundation.org.uk/HAF)
SEND Activities (http://families.camden.gov.uk/send-local-offer/events-and-activities)
AYBI Boxing Contacts: manager@aybi.org (mailto:manager@aybi.org) or call 07570 873 514.
Health & Cost of Living
NHS Camden Immunisation Service (https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.camden.gov.uk/immunisations)
Cost of Living Support (https://www.camden.gov.uk/costofliving)
Emergency Resources (https://www.camden.gov.uk/ER)
British Sign Language support video (https://youtu.be/KexTKoXWW-Y?si=KjkWQZAlgdsz72TN)
Emergency Food Support (https://findfood.camden.gov.uk/)
Mental Health Support (https://www.camden.gov.uk/MentalHealth)
Money Advice Service (https://www.camden.gov.uk/MoneyAdviceService)
11 Mar 2026
Gospel Oak Community Update March 26
Ward Stories: Podcast Shownotes Sheet (March 2026)
Community Consultations & Feedback
Grafton Road Safe & Healthy Streets:
Deadline: Sunday, 22nd March 2026.
Link: (https://consultations.wearecamden.org/supporting-communities/graftonroad/)consultations.wearecamden.org/graftonroad (http://consultations.wearecamden.org/graftonroad).
Parkhill, Lawn, and Fleet Scheme:
Deadline: Sunday, 22nd March 2026.
Link: (https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.camden.gov.uk/consultation)camden.gov.uk/consultation (http://camden.gov.uk/consultation).
Phone: 020 7974 4444 (for paper or large print forms).
Talacre Town Green Future:
In-Person Event: Thursday, 12th March, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Link: (https://talacretowngreen.commonplace.is/)talacretowngreen.commonplace.is (http://talacretowngreen.commonplace.is).
Email: harjinder.nijjar@groundwork.org.uk (mailto:harjinder.nijjar@groundwork.org.uk).
Jobs, Skills & Business Support
Job Hub Gospel Oak:
Hours: Mon–Thu, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Phone: 020 7974 1666 | Email: jobhub@camden.gov.uk (mailto:jobhub@camden.gov.uk).
Camden Diversity Fund (£20k–£500k):
Deadline: 6th April 2026.
Link: (https://www.google.com/search?q=https://camdencommunitywealthfund.co.uk/apply-for-funding/diversity-fund/)camdencommunitywealthfund.co.uk (http://camdencommunitywealthfund.co.uk).
Free ESOL Maths (Rhyl Primary):
Time: Wednesdays, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Contact: Vineeta Whitehead (07471 551098) or Zara Lee at Rhyl Primary.
Repair & Parenting Workshops
Fixing Factory Camden:
Camden Location: 179 Queen’s Crescent, NW5 4DS.
March Sessions: Resuming Saturdays from 14th March (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM).
Special Event: "Solder On" Workshop – Sunday, 30th March (1:00 PM – 6:00 PM).
Positive Parenting Programme (Rhyl Primary):
Time: Fridays, 9:15 AM – 11:30 AM.
Email: familyhubs@camden.gov.uk (mailto:familyhubs@camden.gov.uk).
15 Feb 2026
Gospel Oak Community Update Jan/Feb 26
Gospel Oak Community Update - Jan/Feb 2026.
Hope you found it useful - next episode coming up! If you have any questions for us to answer on the day, email us at: gomattsudlow@gmail.com (mailto:gomattsudlow@gmail.com)
A huge thank you to Rio and Apex/Urban Extra Radio for their support in production of this update,
Useful Links for support and campaigns mentioned:
For information about the Parent Carer Forum: https://www.kids.org.uk/services/camden-parent-carer-forum/ (https://www.kids.org.uk/services/camden-parent-carer-forum/)
Kentish Town City Farm: https://ktcityfarm.org.uk/ (https://ktcityfarm.org.uk/)
Details for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library: https://www.camden.gov.uk/imagination-library (https://www.camden.gov.uk/imagination-library)
Primary Admissions Information: https://www.camden.gov.uk/primary-admissions (https://www.camden.gov.uk/primary-admissions)
Cost of Living and Winter Support: https://www.camden.gov.uk/cost-of-living-support (https://www.camden.gov.uk/cost-of-living-support)
12 Dec 2025
Gospel Oak December '25 Update
Gospel Oak Community Update - December 2025.
Hope you found it useful - next episode on January 6th. If you have any questions for us to answer on the day, email us at: gomattsudlow@gmail.com (mailto:gomattsudlow@gmail.com)
A huge thank you to Rio and Apex/Urban Extra Radio for their support in production of this update,
Useful Links for support and campaigns mentioned:
For information about the Parent Carer Forum: https://www.kids.org.uk/services/camden-parent-carer-forum/ (https://www.kids.org.uk/services/camden-parent-carer-forum/)
QCCA Christmas Appeal: https://qcca.org.uk/#events (https://qcca.org.uk/#events)
For all Winter HAF Details: https://youngcamdenfoundation.org.uk/haf (https://youngcamdenfoundation.org.uk/haf)
Kentish Town City Farm Big Horse Give Programme: https://ktcityfarm.org.uk/ (https://ktcityfarm.org.uk/)
Details for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library: https://www.camden.gov.uk/imagination-library (https://www.camden.gov.uk/imagination-library)
Primary Admissions Information: https://www.camden.gov.uk/primary-admissions (https://www.camden.gov.uk/primary-admissions)
Cost of Living and Winter Support: https://www.camden.gov.uk/cost-of-living-support (https://www.camden.gov.uk/cost-of-living-support)
19 Nov 2025
Gospel Oak Community Update No1.
Produced in collaboration with Urban Xtra Radio - this as a comprehensive briefing for residents of the Camden, Gospel Oak, and Queen's Crescent areas. It outlines a wide range of local activities and initiatives, including details on the Queen's Crescent Festive Light Market, construction and waste management updates, events related to the Camden Black History Season, family support through SEND and Children's Centres, and opportunities for local groups via the Community Response Fund.
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