Tooting Area Guide
A locals' guide to Tooting
Where do Tooting locals go?
Why not explore the nearby areas of
colliers wood,
balham,
earlsfield,
streatham,
wandsworth common,
merton,
mitcham,
wimbledon,
wandsworth,
and southfields
Did you know?
"Built in 1937, Du Cane Court is Balham's largest landmark and Europe's biggest privately owned residential block. Owing to its Art Deco design, it has been used in the filming of ITV's Poirot."
A great mix of independent and high street stores gives Balham a real community feel that always impresses my clients.
Chris Campbell
Tooting's popularity is ever growing thanks to its vibrant high street and the soon to be 24-hour service on the Northern Line.
Bradley Slade
Wandle Park in Collier's Wood is a great place to take a picnic or walk the dog.
Stephanie Kele
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What locals say about Tooting
“Tooting is family-friendly and safe. You have everything here on your doorstep.”
Alex
“Great community feel with loads of small business activity in the indoor market.”
Shahin
“So many good places to eat out and a great atmosphere in the evenings and weekends.”
Shannon
Activities near Tooting
The Candlelight Club's May Ball
London’s award-winning 1920s-themed speakeasy party, with live music, cabaret and cocktails in a secret venue filled with candles, where everyone dresses the part. With days lengthening and temperatures rising, come and let your hair down in our candlelit ballroom, where there will be live music from those ribald rabble-rousers of ragtime, Jack Calloway and his Midnight Creepers, guaranteed to keep your feet moving on the dance floor. Host with the most Champagne Charlie will be channelling cabaret decadence and burlesque bombshell Betsy Rose will evoke the anything-goes spirit of the Jazz Age. When the band aren’t playing our DJs the Bee’s Knees will be spinning vintage vinyl. Elsewhere our tarot reader Lucius will be on hand to glimpse into your future, while Michelle Krausz will be running her pop-up vintage jewellery shop. You can come just for drinks and dancing, but you can also preorder the three-course dinner, or reserve a table with Champagne (with a menu of bar snacks and sharing platters to order for the table). Ticket-holders get an email a few days before revealing the secret location (close to a tube station). This will be our last speakeasy extravaganza until the autumn, so pull on your flapper dress and get ready to Charleston! "The closest you'll find to an authentic Jazz Age experience in central London. Its unique ambience, fuelled by hundreds of candles, is truly a scene to behold." —Time OutRead more
The Anna Howie Band, Bella Collins and James Hodder at The Bedford
Singer-songwriter Anna Howie brings her acclaimed new album Good for Roses to The Bedford On Thursday 3rd July Acclaimed singer-songwriter Anna Howie is set to captivate audiences in Balham as part of her highly anticipated UK tour. Performing at The Bedford . Anna will showcase tracks from her brand-new album Good for Roses, including the powerful first single, Mind the Gap. Blending Americana, folk, and country influences, London-born Howie has built a reputation for heartfelt storytelling and exquisite musicianship. Her latest album delves into themes of love, resilience, and self-discovery, earning praise for its lyrical depth and authentic sound. Good for Roses follows the success of Howies previous releases and solidifies her status as one of the UKs most exciting independent artists. She will be joined on stage by her great band, Cardiff born Blues queen, Bella Collins and the brilliant Jame Hodder. Anna Howies live performances are known for their warmth, humour, and emotional depth, making this an unmissable event for music lovers in London One of the Fastest rising stars on the scene Maverick Magazine The Brightest Jewel in Americanas star - studded crown The Midlands Rocks Sassy..endearing puts you in mind of the wonderful Dolly Parton Music Republic Magazine Great songs and a fantastic band Michael Eavis Infectious, quirky, soulful, Anna will make you laugh, cry and everything else Rocking Magpie Delightfully Moving Fatea Magazine Terrific .. seek her out at the earliest opportunity Red Guitar Music Classy.. beautifully done folking.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/annahowiemusic/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/annahowie/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmxDwytsOyrvJKnvkdEb0iw/videos Spotify https://open.spotify.com/album/4q1puCqJIMKkCTyAUyhl6S Website https://www.annahowiemusic.com/ James Hodder Kent based singer-songwriter James Hodder is gaining a loyal following and a reputation as a standout artist in the UK Americana Scene. Known for his heartfelt lyrics and evocative storytelling, Hodder blends folk and Americana influences into powerful solo performances that have captivated audiences time and again. His 2023 album Wilderness Road received glowing reviews and widespread airplay, solidifying his place as one of the genres rising talents. A 2025 AMAUK Festival showcase artist, Hodder has performed at renowned Americana festivals such as Black Deer, Maverick and Ramblin Roots Revue, earning praise for his intimate, enagaging live sets. With a growing fanbase and work underway on a new album, Hodders star continues to rise. BELLA COLLINS is a singer, guitarist and songwriter from Cardiff. Bellas music is firmly rooted in the blues, she has a unique vocal style and has performed at Cambridge Folk Festival, the Great British Rhythm and Blues festival and the Bitter end, New York.Read more
Widget, Headboy, Nastazia Bazil
WIDGET - east London supergroup (includes members of Big Joanie, Junodef, All Cats Are Beautiful, Hi! Capybaras). Wonky, funky, kinda punky. "Dance songs for when reality is gentrifying around you." - the quietus - https://www.instagram.com/widget.mp3/ Headboy - energetic trio with crunching distortion and songs that verse on deep seated emotions in a changing world - https://www.Instagram.Com/headboyband/ NASTAZIA BAZIL - delightfully quirky keyboard-driven artpop https://www.instagram.com/nastazia.bazil/ Presented by Windmill Brixton. This is an 18+ eventRead more
Javier Moreno & Los Amigos
An evening with the much loved Los Amigos Band. For this evening, Javier will be playing some of his original material, and the second set will be a mix of music by the Gipsy Kings, Buenavista Social Club, Santana, and other well known Spanish and Latin numbers. Tapas & wines menu on the night. Doors 7pm Music starts 8:30pm PLEASE NOTE: You will be allocated a seat with your ticket. Due to limited space, some seats may not have access to a table, or you may have to share it with another customers, so please make sure you arrive early if you want to have a table. Tickets £22 + booking feeRead more
WhizzDance Choreography Competition
We are hosting our second Choreography Competition to give the opportunity for our WhizzDancers to get creative and perform to an audience on a stage whilst hopefully raising some money for our 2026 Show Pot. We look forward to supporting our ever creative WhizzDancers and seeing them in action on stage. SPECTATORS: 7 a seat, no charge for babes in arms ENTRIES: Please click "BOOK HERE" to enter. Please read the following before entering: We have 3 age categories: 4-7yrs, 8-10yrs, 11yrs+ The following categories to enter: SOLOS, 10 per entry DUETS, 12.50 per entry GROUPS, 15 per entry (One entry per choreographic number) Deadline for entry is 15th April 2025. You may enter up to a maximum of 2 solos, 2 duets and/or 3 group dances. You may choreograph for another dancer/s at WhizzDance. Dances may be any genre. Song and dance is welcome but the backing track must have no vocal line. No dance should be longer than 1 mins (Group dances may have up to 2 mins) One trophy only will be presented to all categories The competition will be judged by a special guest visitor to WhizzDance Costume is encouraged by not essential Music needs to submitted by edited digital format, or music to a link with instructions on when to fade by Friday 9th May to [email protected] If we do not have enough entries to run the event by the 15th April we will cancel with full refund.Read more
Comedy : Nathan Caton, Thom Chesser, Tony Chou
Sunday 27th April 2025 Collywobblers Comedy at The Railway Streatham : Nathan Caton , Thom Chesser , Tony Chou , Martina 'O Sullivan , Callum Mackenzie Plus Special Guest TBC AND MC Sion JamesRead more
Comedy Doubles: Glenn Moore & Ahir Shah
Ahir Shah2023 Edinburgh Comedy Award winner Ahir Shah is one of the fastest-rising comedians of his generation and is known for his sharp, intellectual brand of stand-up featuring a blend of philosophical inquiry, political vigour, and sweet gagsRead more
About Tooting
Tooting is a district in south London, England, located in the London Borough of Wandsworth. It is situated 5 miles (8 km) south south-west of Charing Cross. A large open area, popularly known as the Tooting Commons, lies at the northern end of Tooting. Historically this was two separate open spaces: Tooting Graveney Common nearer to Tooting, and Tooting Bec Common towards Streatham. The commons are home to Tooting Bec Lido, which is 90 metres long and 30 metres wide making it one of the largest freshwater open air pool in the UK.
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