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Battersea Park Zoo Party

The Friends of Battersea Park BBQ at the Zoo
BBQ at the Zoo

The annual Friends of Battersea Park BBQ at the Zoo event took place last Monday 13th June and we were lucky enough to be able to go – the event was sold out.

We enjoyed a private ‘after-hours’ view of the animals and play area, and the BBQ food and entertainment was excellent.

As you can see from the photo, the event was very well attended, thanks in part to the very good weather.

Although there weren’t many children along, there were entertainments laid on, as if the zoo itself wasn’t enough. Here a local facepainter generously gave her time to help the fundraising efforts.

Face Painter at work

Summer Party Battersea Square

The first street party of the year took place this weekend in Battersea Square. A ‘farmers’ market, craft stalls and other food stalls, as well as music and dance performances from nearby RAD (Royal Acadamy of Dance). Also a chance to see some parts of the square I’d never seen before. There’s quite a large office complex that houses a number of small businesses tucked away.

Good weather brought out the crowds and the perfomances on the small stage were of a high standard. I do pity the ballerina who’s tutu fell off though. Lots of interesting stuff about Battersea history, and I picked up a new booklet of heritage walks (Battersea Heritage Trails), which is a great introduction to the history of this part of London. The booklet was published by Wandsworth council.  It’s available from local libraries, or by calling 020 7627 3182.

It was great to see many of the activities were free (thanks Wandsworth council parks), or in aid of  local good causes (Katherine Low Settlement)