The Commonside Trust is working to improve the lives and environment of people living in Merton. It does this by managing a community centre, running community events and a number of community development programmes.


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A Visit From Merton Vision
In September we were lucky enough to have a visit from Hassan at Merton Vision, he came to…
Coronavirus Support Hub
Visit The Merton Community Hub for coronavirus support in Merton.
New Horizon Film Club
Coming up on 7th November at 5pm, we are working with our friends at Sherwood Park Hall to…
Wayne’s generosity
Volunteer Wayne has been fundraising for us: he raised £40 to go towards thank-you presents for members of…
Blog
Small Things are Also Big
At the start of last week, I had to go and say my piece to the Boundary Commission who were on tour at Merton Civic Centre. My comments were about the proposals…
Empire Road
It’s Black History Month in the UK, and I was lucky enough to watch Summer of Soul at the newly reopened David Lean Cinema in Croydon. Earlier this year, I was delighted…
Video Feature: Jaheim’s Story
Jaheim explains how playing football for the Rising Stars football team has helped guide him onto a better life path and meet people who have given him advice and opportunities to set himself on the right path.