The Bermondsey Street Festival is an annual event, now in its 5th year. It's a celebration of place. Traditional village fete, but with a heavy dose of contemporary Bermondsey thrown in.

Whether you live, work or play in the area, put the 24th September 2011 in your diaries.

Expect the usual favourites such as the dog show, fashion show, children's activities and yes, Maypole dancing. Along with all the high quality food stalls and the best designer-makers in the area.

This year Village East and the Garrison take over the beer tent with a hog roast, BBQ, music and a proper bar. With the Village lounge and the Garrison Cinema both making an appearance.

Bermondsey Square will again feature music and DJ's during the day and an outdoor film screening (this year 'Cabaret') in the evening, in association with Shortwave Cinema. Just added: Saint Saviour will also be performing in the early evening in the square.

Or come down and check out some fantastic local and guest bands and performers on the beefed up music and performance stages.

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