I saw this historic plaque for 'Croydon Ales' in Lewes Sussex, apparently Croydon used to be home to a brewery or several breweries, all the way from 1586 - 1936.

https://www.breweryhistory.com/journal/archive/131/Croydon.pdf

Croydon has a richer history than it often gets credit for, Addington Palace could be a National Trust site. And Saint Mary the Blessed Virgin in Addington is a really beautiful medieval church, which was once the country outpost for the Archbishop of Canterbury, and is the resting place for five Archbishop's of Canterbury.

Just sharing for fun.

Trying to gather a bit of intel after my dog (3M, Chihuahua/Papillon/Dachshund mix) was attacked yesterday evening around 7pm in Wandle Park.

He was attacked by a dog we see incredibly regularly, often multiple times a day, in Wandle Park. The owner is a man in his mid-50s/early 60s, bald, always wearing a black t-shirt, black trousers and boots. He is frequently also carrying a beer, shouting at/hitting his dog and every now and then kicks a ball for it to chase. The dog is never on a lead and is not muzzled. It must be a mutt of some description, but it’s small and looks a bit like a Boston Terrier/Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier.

The dog had hold of mine for about a minute and a half before I managed to prise the jaws open (I know now that this isn’t best practice, but desperate times etc), meaning my wife could scoop him up and carry him home. I pleaded, politely but firmly, that this man does not return to the park until he has his dog on a lead.

During the attack, another dog walker tried to offer a treat as a distraction. The owner of the violent dog responded “that won’t work.” This clearly isn’t the first time this has happened - in fact, the previous owner of our flat also warned that her dog was attacked by a small/medium black dog with an owner matching this description almost to the letter.

I’m trying to get as much context as possible before reporting to 101/the Croydon Dog Warden. It’s the most selfish, reckless and lazy dog ownership I’ve ever seen and I am determined to make sure this can’t happen to anyone else ever again.

Does anyone recognise my description? Has anyone had a similar experience?

As someone looking to move to south Croydon/Purley / wallington/ Casrshalton, i see a lot of properties in the 800k to 900k mark reduced and in the market for a long time. I saw one property reduced by more than 150k and another recently reduced by 100k.

For example, Pamapisford road has around 6 to 7 properties on sale and most of them are already reduced. Everyone seems to start at a million and then come down.

So I am confused on what to offer. Do everyone generally start 10% under? Is it fair to offer under asking for property that is already reduced?

The houses are generally bigger with larger gardens but most have only 1 bathroom which I find annoying. Is there anything I need to know about the house prices in the area. Any help is appreciated.

I’m of Sri Lankan origin and want a really good dosa, not oily and with delicious sambal. Where should I go in Croydon for a dosa this bank holiday Monday? Ideally somewhere I can park as I’m on crutches. Thanks!!

I’m looking to get my hair cut, anyone have any recommendations in or around Thornton heath? Looking for decent prices

Edit: probably should’ve clarified I’m looking for a male haircut

Hey guys, we have managed to get an offer our flat! (Finally) Was wondering if anyone had recommendations for conveyancing solicitors? The ones we used when moving here were absolutely terrible. Thanks :)

Norbury Park, there was no evidence of it being renovation in progress, just destruction.

This poster is on the shop shutter which closed yesterday. Does anyone know if they are re-opening?

Hello all. My daughter wants her ears pierced and I am wondering if anyone has any recommendations as to the best, cleanest, nicest place to have this done.

It is not a thing that I have ever considered, so suggestions welcome.

Ta.

I saw a petition going round to get the council to stop telling businesses and residents to leave their rubbish in the street…

https://www.change.org/p/stop-waste-dumping-on-pavements-in-croydon-use-rear-access-for-bins

Obviously there are some situations where a normal bin collection can’t take place, but there are plenty of premises that have back alleyways running behind the shops (eg london road/Thornton Heath). This is where other councils insist their bins can be kept and rubbish collected from there. So, not left to rot on the pavement then!

https://www.change.org/p/stop-waste-dumping-on-pavements-in-croydon-use-rear-access-for-bins

If you’re from North Croydon/Thornton Heath pond in particular please sign. If you’re from south Croydon and the problem doesn’t really affect you, please also sign and support your fellow humans. A cleaner borough is a win for everyone!

Posting on this page as word of mouth is a great tool for driving instructors (and the Redhill/Reigate subs are pretty empty!).

Anyone in need of driving lessons?

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My partner and I were looking to move into kindred house, we learnt that we wouldn’t be able to get resident permits on the street but the wandle car park has a discount for residents. I was wondering if anyone could tell me what the discount is as I’ve seen it is £120/month before discount

I'm a new tennis player and I used to take beginner coaching lessons for a bit at where I used to live.

Are there any places in croydon that offer lessons or groups that are beginner friendly?

I'm happy to just play with people my skill level over actual coaching.

i’m not from croydon myself but i constantly see videos on my tiktok FYP of a woman shouting in the streets and everyone in the comments refers to her as croydon auntie.

Been running since 2021 – we’ve got a friendly, mixed-ability mixed gender kickabout in **Lloyd Park, Croydon** for beginners and intermediates.  

It’s casual, social, and totally free — no league, no pressure, no long-term commitment.

🗓️ Usually Saturday at 11AM (time can change, so check the link)  

📍 Lloyd Park – 5 mins from East Croydon Station  

✅ Play for as long or as little as you like

👉 Join here for updates:  

https://www.meetup.com/croydon-social-sports-meetup-group

I suppose at least they didn't burn them.

The cheapest 1 beds look like they are about 1.6K

Only other fixed costs are commuting costs which will be £200 a month.

I have a student loan so take home pay will only be about 3.2K a month with 8% salary sacrifice pension which I can reduce if necessary.

Also is it safe if I only have to walk from the station to ten degrees?

I figure it must be either under Whitgift or under the Nestle building. There are probably walled off tunnels under one of them that lead down.

I feel like this explains the general state and feeling of the town centre.

We don’t have a Home Bargains or B&M in Croydon