As we head into full spring mode, Vauxhall is alive. From bold art exhibitions, new business openings and one very big celebration of green space, there’s a real sense of optimism in SE11!

Big Vauxhall Tree Week leads the charge — a week of walks, talks and green thinking that shows just how far Vauxhall’s green focus has come. There’s a fresh wave of arrivals too, from Ōsōji Coffee to The Respark Clinic and Nude Beauty, alongside solid food spots like POTUS, Tamesis Dock (now serving dosa) and DanDan Battersea just over the border.

Get stuck into World Cup screenings at The Garden Vauxhall and Gasworks’ latest exhibition, and there’s plenty to see and do.

One to catch before it goes: Urban Oasis Plants, closing this summer with a final chance to grab a bargain.

Big Vauxhall Tree Week

Vauxhall’s green agenda takes centre stage this month with Big Vauxhall Tree Week — a programme of walks, talks, screenings and community conversations focused on the role of trees in urban life. This isn’t just about planting, it’s about long-term thinking, shared responsibility and local voices shaping greener streets for the future.

Events range from guided walks and expert panels to creative workshops and film screenings, all designed to bring people together around one simple idea: greener neighbourhoods are better neighbourhoods. It’s also a chance to see how much progress has been made in recent years, with more planting, better public spaces and a stronger connection between community and environment.

For residents, workers and visitors alike, it’s an open invitation to get involved — whether that’s learning something new, meeting like-minded people, or simply spending more time outdoors.

Big Vauxhall Tree Week
When 10-17 May
Where Across Vauxhall
Price Various (many free events)
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All American Dining at POTUS

Big flavours, no shortcuts. POTUS continues to bring classic American comfort food to Vauxhall, with stacked burgers, loaded sides, and a menu full of indulgence. Whether it’s a casual dinner, a post-work bite or a weekend treat, this is about bold, satisfying food done right.

The atmosphere matches the menu — relaxed, sociable and great for groups. As Vauxhall’s food scene keeps growing, POTUS holds its own as a go-to for something reliably American.

All American Dining at POTUS
When Ongoing
Where POTUS Bar & Restaurant, 10 Albert Embankment, SE1 7SP
Price ££ Varies
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Hello & Welcome – DanDan Battersea

Just beyond Vauxhall, DanDan Battersea is a new arrival worth knowing about. Bringing bold, contemporary Asian flavours to the area, it adds another layer to the wider neighbourhood’s food scene.

The menu leans into rich broths, punchy spices and comforting dishes designed for sharing, making it ideal for everything from quick dinners to longer catch-ups. Its arrival reflects the growing pull of this part of London as a destination for good dining.

Hello & Welcome – DanDan Battersea
When Now open
Where DanDan Battersea Restaurant, Moat St, Nine Elms, SW11 7EU
Price ££ Varies
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Hello & Welcome – The Respark Clinic

Wellness continues to grow in Vauxhall, and The Respark Clinic is part of that shift. Focused on recovery, rejuvenation and performance, it offers services designed to support both physical and mental well-being.

From one-off treatments to tailored programmes, the clinic adds a more specialist layer to the area’s health offering, complementing the gyms, studios, and community-led fitness already established locally. It’s another sign of Vauxhall evolving into a place where wellbeing is built into everyday life.

Hello & Welcome – The Respark Clinic
When Now open
Where Unit 4.04, 153 Wandsworth Rd, SW8 2GB
Price See website for prices
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World Cup Screenings at The Garden Vauxhall

Football, but make it Vauxhall. The Garden transforms match days into full-on events, with big screens, crowd energy and a setting designed for long afternoons that turn into lively evenings.

Whether you’re following every match or just showing up for the atmosphere, it’s an easy win — combining sport with food, drinks and a proper sense of occasion.

World Cup Screenings at The Garden Vauxhall
When Throughout the tournament
Where The Garden Vauxhall, 6A S Lambeth Pl, SW8 1SP
Price Check website for details
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Hello & Welcome – Ōsōji Coffee

Clean lines, good coffee, no fuss. Ōsōji Coffee arrives in Vauxhall with a focus on quality and simplicity, offering a calm, considered space in the middle of a busy neighbourhood.

It’s the kind of place that quickly becomes part of your routine: morning coffees, mid-day pick up or quiet catch-ups. As Vauxhall’s independent café scene continues to grow, Ōsōji adds a fresh option to the mix.

Hello & Welcome – Ōsōji Coffee
When Mon to Sun, 7.30am-4pm
Where 63 Black Prince Rd, SE11 6AB
Price Varies
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New Menu at Tamesis Dock

A Vauxhall staple, Tamesis Dock keeps things fresh with a simple but solid update — they’ve added dosa to the menu.

Alongside their usual pizzas, drinks and unbeatable riverside views, you can now try South Indian favourites like dosa and vada. It’s an easy addition that gives regulars something new to go for.

Same laid-back atmosphere, just with a few more options on the table.

New Menu at Tamesis Dock
When Available now
Where Tamesis Dock, Albert Embankment, SE1 7TY
Price ££ varies
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Urban Oasis Plants – Closing Soon

A moment to pause. Oasis Nursery has long been part of Vauxhall’s quieter, greener side. As it prepares to close, there’s a final opportunity to take a piece of it home.

Plants, pots and garden pieces are all up for grabs, making this both a sale and a send-off. Find out more about the nursery and its founder, Andy, here. 

Urban Oasis Plants - Closing Soon
When Limited time
Where Urban Oasis Plants, corner of 16 Newport St, Black Prince Rd, SE11 6HY
Price Reduced items available

Gasworks: Gabriel Abrantes – Bardo Loops

For those looking for something more thought-provoking, Gasworks presents Bardo Loops, an immersive exhibition by Gabriel Abrantes that blends film, narrative and installation.

Exploring themes of transition, identity and storytelling, the exhibition invites visitors into a layered, often surreal world. It’s a strong example of the kind of contemporary art programming that continues to position Vauxhall as a cultural destination.

Gasworks: Gabriel Abrantes – Bardo Loops
When Until 14 Jun
Where Gasworks, 155 Vauxhall St, SE11 5RH
Price Free
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Hello & Welcome – Nude Beauty

Rounding things off, Nude Beauty brings a fresh addition to Vauxhall’s growing beauty and self-care scene. Focused on treatments that prioritise natural results and client experience, it’s part of a wider shift towards more considered, accessible beauty services in the area.

Hello & Welcome – Nude Beauty
When Monday – Sunday – Times vary, check website
Where 26 Vauxhall Street, SE11 5LG
Price Varies
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