tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397970649062371366.post4591408945487081189..comments2024-03-19T12:00:16.160+00:00Comments on The Deptford Dame: A matter of opinionUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397970649062371366.post-72884397390677801912013-05-20T11:22:40.195+00:002013-05-20T11:22:40.195+00:00They did state that didn't want certain types ...They did state that didn't want certain types of people hanging around the anchor i.e antisocial drunks (yes its an oxymoron term. At a more recent assembly meeting with the company that have been commissioned for regenerating the high st. But wouldn't it be more prooductive to evaluate the types of businesses that are given planning permission to open up i.e betting shops & brokers & why so many chose to go in themn. No matter how many times you try to paint the walls with gold mould will show through if you haven't taken care of eradicating the mould underneath.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397970649062371366.post-56124020029040427102013-05-13T15:12:17.971+00:002013-05-13T15:12:17.971+00:00The reference to Chatham being where the anchor ca...The reference to Chatham being where the anchor came from - what was its history there? I was told recently by a long-time New Cross resident involved in the 'original' redevelopment of the south of the High Street that is only 30 or so years old.Eleanorhttp://twitter.com/eleanorcsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397970649062371366.post-45462486975094347682013-05-12T07:17:23.962+00:002013-05-12T07:17:23.962+00:00@jane I'm heartened to hear that the shopping ...@jane I'm heartened to hear that the shopping centre is better used than it seemed when I visited, in which case perhaps my comment about dying shops was unwarranted. But that still doesn't give me any comfort as regards the clocktower itself - I was very disappointed not to be able to find any sign explaining the history of the clocktower, no indication that it was anything but a frippery created by the developer as a centrepiece for the shops. Having even the simplest sign stating where it came from would show a little more respect for it as a historic artefact. Let's be clear, my comment is not an attack on the 'community', I know nothing about the people who live in the area and in any case wouldn't make such a judgement. But aside from the lack of any interpretation relating to the clocktower, the public realm in the shopping centre leaves a lot to be desired - as well as being badly designed with far too many steps and unattractive bridges (admittedly of their time) I found it tatty and badly maintained, with the water features full of rubbish. It would be a simple matter for the council to address the lack of signage and maintenance issues, perhaps under pressure from shopkeepers and local residents. Deptford Damehttp://deptforddame.blogspot.co.uk/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397970649062371366.post-85647890939213870332013-05-11T17:44:52.823+00:002013-05-11T17:44:52.823+00:00I was sad to read you comment that the clocktower,...I was sad to read you comment that the clocktower, moved to Thamesmead in the 1980’s “remains unnoticed and unmarked in the middle of a dying cluster of shops.” As a former Deptford resident now living in Thamesmead I think this is a deeply unfair and inaccurate characterisation. The town centre in Thamesmead is a vibrant place, with tenants in every shop and a good range of retail opportunities from vets and opticians to cafe’s and newsagents and supermarkets. Many thousands of people pass by the tower each day and I know that I am not alone in always enjoying coming around the corner of the centre and seeing the tower there and to hearing its chimes when I am in the vicinity. Whilst I applaud your desire to see the tower returned to its rightful home in Deptford I am sure that this would be better achieved by working in co-operation with the people of Thamesmead rather than throwing insults at their community. Janenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397970649062371366.post-5468048652441403762013-05-11T16:52:55.098+00:002013-05-11T16:52:55.098+00:00Jess Steele once got a promise from Ken Livingston...Jess Steele once got a promise from Ken Livingstone whilst Mayor of London that he would try to get the clock back to Deptford. Of course it never happened but I so agree with you that we should have it back and what better place than at the High Street/Broadway junction.ChrisSnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397970649062371366.post-19758561976073207572013-05-11T10:00:03.624+00:002013-05-11T10:00:03.624+00:00I want the anchor back!!! :) and also the clock to...I want the anchor back!!! :) and also the clock tower!!! :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397970649062371366.post-13654472122542167692013-05-11T07:09:38.587+00:002013-05-11T07:09:38.587+00:00Interesting that the question was "try and ke...Interesting that the question was "try and keep it in Deptford" as opposed to "keep it in Deptford". To what extent they "try" will be subjective and means that if it doesn't stay in Deptford they have still done what the vast majority of respondents have asked. Why didn't they just tell the designers to ensure it is/was included in their proposals?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397970649062371366.post-45899964255823890832013-05-10T14:31:51.219+00:002013-05-10T14:31:51.219+00:00@anon indeed, that's become very clear over th...@anon indeed, that's become very clear over the last few years. In which case I wish they would spend the money on something more productive.Deptford Damehttp://deptforddame.blogspot.co.uk/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397970649062371366.post-55059159399023644902013-05-10T13:38:08.274+00:002013-05-10T13:38:08.274+00:00Visitors to Sheerness are treated to a plethora of...Visitors to Sheerness are treated to a plethora of anchors and ships' figureheads dotted around the town. Why not the same in Deptford, where it all began.deptford puddinghttp://www.deptfordpudding.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397970649062371366.post-79036136582006842312013-05-10T13:30:40.602+00:002013-05-10T13:30:40.602+00:00when the Council holds a Public Consultation they ...when the Council holds a Public Consultation they have no obligation to take any notice of the results they obtain, it's just that, a consultation - it could just as easily be called "Lets ask the civilians what they think but we know better so we'll do what we like", but that would be a bit long-winded, so they stick to consultation.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com