Celebrating the people who shape our borough
Welcome to Notable Lives: Stories from Wandsworth, a growing collection of profiles, interviews, and personal stories highlighting the remarkable individuals who have lived, worked, or grown up in Putney and across Wandsworth.
From poets and performers to campaigners, educators, and quiet changemakers, this series shines a light on local people whose lives and work have made a lasting impression – whether on the national stage or right here at home.
In this series, we will include:
✅ In-depth profiles
✅ Interviews in their own words
✅ Local connections and influence
✅ Archival photos and contemporary images
✅ Related places and events you can explore
Explore the Lives
Latest Profile: Joseph Coelho
Poet, playwright, and current Children’s Laureate, Joseph Coelho grew up on the Alton Estate in Roehampton. Discover how his childhood memories, local library visits, and life on a tower block shaped his award-winning work.
Why Wandsworth?
Wandsworth is rich in personal histories. These streets have raised artists, nurtured creativity, sparked activism, and held stories waiting to be told. We believe these stories matter — and that celebrating them brings us closer as a community.
Get Involved
Do you know someone whose life story should be featured?
We welcome suggestions from all five towns in the borough — Putney, Roehampton, Battersea, Tooting, and Wandsworth Town.
Email us: editor@putney.news