Group    From 1973 

The Westcombe Society

Categories: Community / Clubs

'A fully independent amenity group which aims to forge links within the community to make the area a better place for all who live and work there'.

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk

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The Westcombe Society

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Andrew Gibb drinking fountain and shelter

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