...South London's annual open air art gallery - 17th & 18th July, Josephine Avenue, London SW2.

Josephine Avenue

Josephine Avenue is situated South of Brixton Town Centre and North West of Herne Hill. Travel links include: British Rail Stations: Brixton or Herne Hill London Tube: Brixton, Victoria Line (check availability) Buses on Brixton Hill: 45, 59, 109, 118, 133, 159, 250, 333. Buses on Effra Road: 2, 3, 37, 169, 415, 432, 689, 690. For directions keep an eye out for the AA route signs.

Josephine Avenue is one of the many hidden treasures of Brixton. This historic tree lined avenue was restored to its Victorian splendour in the 1970's when the railings were replaced after the originals were removed for the 'war effort'.

As well as its Victorian past, the ancient oak tree outside number 40 is also reputed to be where Sir Walter Raleigh courted Elizabeth I while punting on the River Effra.