Ladywell Society
Lewisham Council is seeking a new solution for the Ladywell Playtower restoration after its initial partner withdrew.
In October 2025, Lewisham Council's Mayor and Cabinet decided to pursue a new path for the Ladywell Playtower restoration, a building in the Ladywell area. This followed the withdrawal of the initial restoration partner, with a 12-month roadmap outlined for the project. Councillor James-J Walsh, Cabinet Member for Inclusive Regeneration and Planning, noted rising costs.
The project's cost escalated from an initial £4.5 million to £7 million, attributed to post-Brexit supply chain issues, global inflation, and financial instability following the Liz Truss mini-budget, according to a report to the Mayor and Cabinet in October 2025. A 12-month roadmap for revitalising the Playtower was outlined.
Key facts
- Lewisham Council's Mayor and Cabinet decided on a new path for Ladywell Playtower restoration in October 2025. Source
- The initial restoration partner for the Ladywell Playtower project withdrew. Source
- The Ladywell Playtower project's cost escalated from £4.5 million to £7 million. Source
- A 12-month roadmap for revitalising the Ladywell Playtower was outlined in October 2025. Source
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