Meet… the businesses in Beckenham Place Park

Beckenham Place Park has been managed by London Borough of Lewisham since 1927. The park has a number of buildings and other assets which are leased to companies that manage them for the benefit of park users. In some cases, they also contribute revenue to sustain Beckenham Place Park and other Lewisham parks. 

The Mansion 

Beckenham Place Mansion, also known locally as ‘The White House’, is managed by RJK Properties - the people behind Copeland Park and the Bussey Building in Peckham. On-site since 2016, the Mansion houses artists’ studios, small businesses and organises a year-round programme of classes and events. It’s also a registered wedding venue and operates its own café and bar, The Mansion Bar and Café. 

The Lake 

The lake is managed by PTP Coaching . PTP offer a programme of sports activities in the lake including all year swimming and paddleboarding, school holiday activities and special events such as Christmas Day and New Year’s Day swim events. PTP offers opportunities for local young people to train and gain new skills. 

Field Studies Council 

Field Studies Council (FSC) is a national education charity delivering outdoor nature education in Beckenham Place Park. Their base is in the Homestead Education Centre, in the Courtyard, next to the cafe. FSC run workshops for children, for young people, for adults and school trips for schools. Contact FSC for more information or to make a booking. 

The Homestead Café 

The Homestead Café is the café in the Homestead’s Courtyard. It is part-owned and run by a local resident. 

Other businesses 

A number of small businesses, such as outdoor fitness trainers, have been granted a permit to operate from the park. Permit holders wear a green armband with ‘BPP permit holder’ printed on it.   

Other buildings such as the three cottages in the courtyard and Foxgrove will be welcoming other businesses in the months to come. 

Updates on new businesses joining BPP will be shared in the news section. If you’re a business owner with an idea for BPP, contact beckenhamplacepark@lewisham.gov.uk 

Values 

When inviting businesses to trade at Beckenham Place Park we’re looking for a strong community ethos and a commitment to sustainable practices.