Local News
Swiftmania Hits the Whitgift: How Pop Culture is Spotlighting Croydon’s Regeneration
It is not often that a global superstar turns a local shopping centre into a pilgrimage site overnight. Yet, this…
Elevating the High Street: Grumpy Goose Café Expands to East Croydon
East Croydon’s culinary scene is about to get a major upgrade with the arrival of the Grumpy Goose Café. Announced…
Redefining the Wait: Croydon Selected to Pilot London’s Next-Generation Bus Shelters
The humble bus shelter is perhaps the most overlooked piece of infrastructure in our city. It is a functional necessity…
Events
Sunday Jazz at The Oval Tavern
The Oval Tavern is arguably the best pub in Croydon, and its Sunday Jazz sessions are legendary. Every Sunday lunchtime,…
Summer w/ Sika
As the summer draws to a close, Boxpark throws one last massive party. “Summer w/ Sika” is likely to be…
Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show!
If you have a toddler, this is the headline event of the summer. Peppa Pig returns to the stage with…
Crowdfunding
Turf Projects – Artist Support Fund
Turf is Croydon’s homegrown artists charity. As young creatives in 2013 we found a lack of opportunities and space in…
Croydon Community Energy (CCE)
Croydon Council declared a climate emergency in 2019, but despite the recommendation of community engagement (as part of the Croydon Climate…
Good Deed Feed
The Croydon Smile Hub: A “House of Opportunity”
Launched on December 18, 2025, the Croydon Smile Hub serves as a year-round center for learning and community support. Co-founded…
The Maka Twins: Restoring Civic Pride
Environmental “good deeds” have gained visibility through the voluntary efforts of the “Maka Twins,” identical twins living in Croydon who…
The Croydon Giving Tree Appeal
In December 2025, the Croydon Giving Tree Appeal successfully collected 1,837 gifts for local children in need, with an estimated…
Fact Files
Moving Croydon: The Tramlink Success
The Croydon Tramlink, launched in May 2000, marked the return of trams to London for the first time since 1952….
Natural Croydon: Rare Streams and Ancient Woods
Croydon possesses significant environmental assets, including the source of the River Wandle, an internationally rare chalk stream. While historically industrial…
Little Manhattan: The Architecture of Regeneration
In the mid-20th century, Croydon was reimagined as a futuristic office hub, earning the nickname “Little Manhattan” for its high-rise…
Reviews
Grumpy Goose: From Coulsdon Roots to East Croydon Buzz
Best for: Elevated comfort food and legendary cinnamon buns The “Grumpy Goose” has long been a Coulsdon favorite on Brighton…
Little Bay: An Explosion of Zany, Operatic Quirk
Best for: Modern European cuisine and a wild atmosphere For a truly memorable dinner, Little Bay in South Croydon is…
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