Lavender Hill Magistrates' Court listings today in Battersea, London SW11 1JU. View daily hearing schedules, case types, contact details and transport info.
Daily Listings Summary for Lavender Hill Magistrates' Court
The official court schedule for Tuesday, 23rd June 2026 comprises a total of 22 cases listed for hearing at Lavender Hill Magistrates' Court.
Hearings are scheduled to commence at the following times: 10:00, 11:00, 14:00.
Proceedings will be conducted across courtrooms 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 12.
Members of the public and accredited media representatives are generally permitted to attend these hearings, subject to any reporting restrictions that may be in place.
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View Listings →Today's Court Listings at Lavender Hill Magistrates' Court, Battersea
Lavender Hill Magistrates' Court, situated at 176a Lavender Hill in Battersea, London SW11 1JU, serves the south-west London boroughs of Wandsworth, Lambeth and surrounding areas. The court operates under His Majesty's Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) and publishes daily hearing schedules covering criminal proceedings and Single Justice Procedure cases. The listings shown above are updated throughout the day and include courtroom allocations, hearing times and case types such as trials, pleas, sentencing hearings, pre-trial reviews and traffic disqualification matters.
Types of Cases Heard at Lavender Hill Magistrates' Court
Lavender Hill Magistrates' Court handles a wide range of adult and youth criminal cases alongside motoring and traffic offences. Non-imprisonable motoring matters make up a significant portion of the court's caseload, including speeding offences, driving without due care and attention, driving without insurance and drink driving charges. The court also processes summary criminal offences, either-way offences at the early stages before committal to the Crown Court, and Single Justice Procedure (SJP) notices for minor offences dealt with by a single magistrate on paper. Typical hearings are presided over by a bench of two or three magistrates, though a District Judge may sit alone on certain days.
Address, Contact Details and Opening Hours
- Address: 176a Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 1JU
- General enquiries: 03308 084 407 (Monday–Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm; Saturday, 8:00 am – 2:00 pm)
- Email: [email protected]
- Single Justice Service: 0300 303 0656 / [email protected]
- Fine queries: 0300 123 9252
- Pay a fine: 0300 790 9901
- Legal aid: 0300 200 2020
- Witness service: 0300 332 1000
- Court open: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
- Counter open: 9:15 am – 11:00 am and 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Getting to Lavender Hill Magistrates' Court
The court is well connected by public transport across south-west London. The nearest railway stations are Battersea Park (approximately 3 minutes' walk) and Queenstown Road (around 4 minutes' walk), both served by South Western Railway and Southern services. Clapham Junction, one of the busiest interchange stations in the UK, is roughly a 16-minute walk away and provides access to Overground and numerous National Rail lines. By London Underground, the closest tube station is Clapham South on the Northern line. Several bus routes stop within a short walk of the courthouse, including the 77, 87, 156, 170 and 345 — the Lavender Hill Police Station stop is barely one minute away on foot. There is no on-site parking at the court building, so visitors arriving by car should use nearby pay-and-display bays or public car parks in the Battersea and Clapham Junction area.
Accessibility and Court Facilities
Lavender Hill Magistrates' Court provides a range of facilities to support all visitors. Disabled access enquiries can be directed to [email protected] or by calling 03308 084 407. The court supports the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network with lanyards available on request, and assistance dogs are welcome throughout the building. Hearing loop enhancement is available by prior arrangement — contact the court office in advance to confirm. Inside the courthouse there are three private interview rooms for confidential solicitor–client consultations and baby changing facilities in both the male and female toilets. Visitors attending a hearing should report to the reception desk on arrival, then notify the court usher in the relevant courtroom of their attendance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Lavender Hill Magistrates' Court hearings open to the public?
Most hearings at Lavender Hill Magistrates' Court are open to members of the public unless specific reporting restrictions apply to a particular case. Remote or video-link hearings may require prior arrangement with the court office.
What should I bring when attending a hearing?
You should bring any documents related to your case, a form of identification and your court summons or postal requisition letter. Arrive early to allow time for security screening and to register your attendance at the reception desk.
How do I find the daily hearing list for this court?
The daily hearing schedule for Lavender Hill Magistrates' Court is published on this page and updated regularly. You can also check the official HMCTS Find a Court or Tribunal service for additional information.
If your case is being transferred to a higher court in the London area, you may also wish to check the Inner London Crown Court listings. For magistrates' court listings in nearby south-west London, see the Wimbledon Magistrates' Court listings.
