Welcome to Catford

Catford is a vibrant and diverse district located in the London Borough of Lewisham. It is situated in the south-eastern part of Greater London and is known for its rich history, cultural diversity, and excellent transport links. The area is home to a large number of young professionals, families, and students, making it a lively and bustling place to live. Catford is also known for its green spaces, including Mountsfield Park and Ladywell Fields, which provide a welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the most notable landmarks in Catford is the Catford Broadway Theatre, which has been a fixture in the area since 1932. The theatre has a rich history and has hosted a wide range of performances over the years, including plays, musicals, and comedy shows. It is also home to the Catford Film Society, which screens a variety of classic and contemporary films throughout the year. The theatre is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike and is a testament to the cultural richness of the area.

Catford is also known for its excellent transport links, with several train stations and bus routes serving the area. The Catford Bridge and Catford stations provide easy access to central London, while the numerous bus routes make it easy to get around the local area. This makes Catford an ideal location for commuters who want to live in a vibrant and diverse area while still being within easy reach of the city. Overall, Catford is a unique and exciting place to live, with a rich history, cultural diversity, and excellent transport links.

Local Schools

School	Details
Holbeach Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Tom Bulpitt	Nelgarde Road Lewisham London Greater London SE6 4TP 02086904713 School Website
Holy Cross Roman Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Mary Collins	Culverley Road Catford Catford Greater London SE6 2LD 02086982675 School Website
Rushey Green Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Lisa Williams	Culverley Road Catford Catford Greater London SE6 2LA 02086985001 School Website
St Dunstans College Other Independent School Ages:3-18 Head Teacher Mr Nicholas Hewlett	Stanstead Road Catford Catford Greater London SE6 4TY 02085167200 School Website
The Family Learning School Other Independent School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Dunford	Capital House Rushey Green Catford Lewisham SE6 4AS 7717308158
Rathfern Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Naheeda Maharasingam	Rathfern Road Catford Catford Greater London SE6 4NL 02086903759 School Website
Prendergast Ladywell School Foundation School Ages:4-16 Head Teacher Mr Niall Hand	Manwood Road Brockley Brockley Greater London SE4 1SA 02086901114 School Website
The Young Women's Hub Other Independent Special School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Ms Philippa Wall	Brownhill Road Brownhill Road Catford London SE6 1AU 2086986675 School Website
St Marys Lewisham Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Christine Graham	329 Lewisham High Street Lewisham London Greater London SE13 6NX 02086902613 School Website
Gordonbrock Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Maria Gilmore	Amyruth Road Brockley Brockley Greater London SE4 1HQ 02086900704 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Catford Bridge Adenmore Road, Catford, Greater London, SE6 4RH 0.20 Miles

Catford Ravensbourne Park, Catford, Greater London, SE6 4RW 0.30 Miles

Ladywell Ladywell Road, Ladywell, Greater London, SE13 7XB 0.79 Miles

Bellingham Randlesdown Road, Bellingham, Greater London, SE6 3BT 0.84 Miles

Crofton Park Brockley Road, Crofton Park, Greater London, SE4 2PH 0.97 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Broms Cars 020 8690 3274 3C Doggett Rd, London, Greater London, SE6 4PZ 0.20 Miles
Lewisham Cars 020 8314 1515 28 Rushey Green, London, Greater London, SE6 4JF 0.38 Miles
Gemini Cars 020 8690 7575 404 Lewisham High Street, London, Greater London, SE13 6LJ 0.44 Miles
Seven Star Mini Cabs 020 8852 6060 254 Lewisham High Street., London, Greater London, SE13 6UJ 0.65 Miles
Wickhams White Rolls Royce Chauffeur Hire 07956 837741 44 Callander Rd, London, Greater London, SE6 2QD 0.73 Miles
Jim Cars 020 8690 2800 41 Thornford Rd, London, Greater London, SE13 6SG 0.74 Miles
Reflection Chauffeurs Ltd 07956 809308 1 Marler Road, London, Greater London, SE23 2AE 0.80 Miles
Stage 2 Mini Cabs 020 8695 6662 10A Randlesdown Road, London, Greater London, SE6 3BT 0.88 Miles
Lbc Cars 020 8695 6662 10A Randlesdown Road, London, Greater London, SE6 3BT 0.88 Miles
Crofton Park Cars 020 7998 7442 1A Marnock Road, London, Greater London, SE4 1EU 0.93 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Catford Bo 187 Rushey Green Collection Today available until:15:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Catford Bo 187 Rushey Green Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Tesco Winslade Way Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bromley Road / Culverley Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Catford Bridge / Doggett Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Sangley Rd Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Canadian Avenue Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Ringstead Rd Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Rushey Green / Honley Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Culverly Rd Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Ravenbourne Park Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Sportsbank St Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Bromley Road / Bargery Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Brookdale Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Bargery Rd Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Special Allocation Scheme (Nel) 0330 1281661	The Primary Care Centre Hawstead Road Catford London SE6 4JH
Novum Health Partnership 020 71387150	The Primary Care Centre Hawstead Road Lewisham London SE6 4JH
Parkview Surgery 020 86986566	Parkview Surgery 186 Brownhill Road Catford London SE6 1AT
South East London Bcsc 020 8333 300	University Hospital Lewisham Lewisham High Street London SE13 6LH
Acute Medicine Dir. 020 83333000	University Hosp Lewisham Lewisham High Street London SE13 6LH

Local Stores

Catford
308-312 Sangley Road
Catford
London
Greater London
SE6 2JT
02086 977094
shop.4764@coop.co.uk
Store Website
0.50 miles

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SPAR - Croydon Road
121-123 Croydon Road
Beckenham
BR3 3RA
0208 650 3228
Store Website
3.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Fitzgerald Veterinary Care
Fitzgerald Catford Ltd 10 Bromley Road Catford London SE6 2TP 020 8690 3638 getintouch@fitzgeraldscatford.com Website 0.16 miles
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Medivet Catford
4 Ringstead Buildings Ringstead Road Catford London SE6 2BN 020 8697 0857 catford@medivet.co.uk Website 0.17 miles
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The Neighbourhood Vet ( Crofton Park)
1 Stondon Park Crofton Park London SE23 1LB 0208 299 2388 info@theneighbourhoodvet.co.uk Website 0.91 miles
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Sydenham Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Bell Retail Park Sydenham London SE26 4PU 02086591777 sydenham@vets4pets.com 1.17 miles
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Pet Setters
33 Overcliff Road Lewisham London SE13 7UB petsetters.uk@gmail.com Website 1.31 miles

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Medivet Lewisham - The Veterinary Practice
159-161 Lee High Road London SE13 5PF 020 8318 1020 lewisham@medivet.co.uk Website 1.36 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Blythe Hill Fields
I Lovely Park With Fantastic Views Over Central London And Kent. Quite Unspoiled. Some Long Grass And Plenty Of Sniffing Opportunities. Also Good For Running. Family Friendly With Kids Play Area. Blythe Hill Fields Blythe Hill Lane Lancashire 0.66 miles

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Peckham Rye Park
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Hampstead Heath. Hampstead Heath Offers A Varied Collection Of Natural Habitats, Historical Features And Great Views. This Walking Route Lets You Explore These. Lancashire SE15 3UA 2.04 miles Located On The Southern Part Of The London Borough Of Southwark.

Peckham Rye Park And Common
Peckham Rye Park And Common Is Great. The Common Is Huge, Perfect For Chasing Pigeons - And The Park Has Wooded Areas As Well As A Duck Pond And An Ornamental Garden. There Are Always Lots Of Dogs Racing Around And Stopping For A Drink Of Water Outside The Spaceship Shaped Cafe On The Common Afterwards. If It's Raining The Garden's Cafe, Across The Street Opposite The Common, Is Dog-Friendly. 141 Peckham Rye London Lancashire SE15 3UL 2.17 miles

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Brixton Windmill
A Small Local Park, All Fenced Off Except The Access Gate Which Is Easily Pushed Closed If You Have A Dog Who Might Run Out Of It. London Lancashire 4.47 miles A Nicely Sized Park, With Lots Of Different Sized Friendly Dogs Playing. On Sunny Days People Might Be Sunbathing Or Picnicking But Dogs Are The Majority Of Visitors. (During Half Term, There May Be Kids Activities In The Park Between 9.30Am And 4Pm.) It'S All Fenced In, Though The Entrance Gate Doesn'T Close On Its Own. It'S Fine For Dog Owners To Close This Over If It Is Wide Open.

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Norwood Grove (Behind Streatham Common)
All Enclosed There Are 4 Fields And A Wooded Section For Dogs To Run Around. There’S A Concrete Path All The Way Through From The Top Of Streatham Common (And The Lovely Rookery Cafe), To The Other Side. There’S Water Fountain By The Rookery Cafe For Filling Water Bottles. 36 Streatham Common S London Lancashire SW16 3BX 4.51 miles

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Urban Canalside In East London
Great Walk Along The Canal To Victoria Park Carr St London Lancashire E14 7FD 4.85 miles Dlr To Limehouse Or Park At Bottom End Of Carr St To Join Canal Path

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