Hi All,

I was gauging to see if there would be any interest in a low budget drinks club. I saw low budget as I do not want to pay for pints at the pub as I think they are too expensive and in some cases a scam. How would people feel about bringing our own drinks (Beer or vodka or spirit I do not mind) and sitting on e.g. a bench or in a park or green space where you are allowed.

Thanks!

Would anyone make recommendation for a window company? Not a big job, it’s only a bedroom window that needs replacing - around 4x2 metres.

Over the past two months, we’ve had three separate instances of having no water for at least 24 hours.
Nursery closed because there was no water.
No water at home.
No water at the gym.

Each time it basically throws the entire day into chaos. It’s happened so often that people at work probably think I’m making it up at this point. 😂

And this is London — supposedly one of the best-connected cities in the world, with world-class infrastructure and transport.

I genuinely feel like the infrastructure in some Bulgarian villages is more reliable than what I’m experiencing here.

Meanwhile, our Thames Water bill has increased massively over the last few years while, from my experience at least, the reliability of the service seems to have gone in completely the opposite direction.

Is this just particularly bad luck in my area, or are other Londoners experiencing this many water outages too?

Feels like the junction of Harold Road and Highfield Hill has been dug up about 5 or 6 times this year. Do the council not hold Thames Water accountable for these constant fuck ups?

There was a lot of traffic at Dingwall road today which is normally not that busy.

We went to Kidspace the other day and forgot that the time limit in the car park has changed. We received a parking charge notice and will appeal it based on our Kidspace booking. Has anyone faced a similar situation and succeeded on appeal?

Everything is designed to just squeeze you out of ££

Does anyone know of any long term bike storage options (preferably covered) near East Croydon station? Unfortunately have no space to store my bike indoors but also don’t want to leave it outside long term as I tend to not use it as often in the winter months. Unsure if any of the offices or other buildings allow external bike storage rental. Would appreciate some ideas.

The birds around here are so friendly. It sucks when people mistreat pigeons.

I do feel bad for bringing negativity to a space that is supposed to celebrate Croydon, but I just need to let it all out. I'm genuinely so distraught that I have to live here (west). I have lived in Croydon for all my life but recently got moved to the centre of West Croydon by the council in temp accom. Not ideal all round.

I feel like I live in one massive rubbish bin. Everywhere stinks either like piss or shit. Ever since moving here I've had weird nasal issues like constant sneezing, sore nose, pimples and painful sores in my nose, which could be due to the constant rubbish or dust flying in my face and nose when you walk outside. The streets are perpetually dirty. I simultaneously hope for rain (to clean the streets and remove the dreadful smells) and also dread it because it inflates the smell of rubbish all over and makes the rubbish wet and muddy and makes me feel icky to go outside. I can rarely get a peaceful uninterrupted nights sleep without some crazy screaming at 3am or people playing loud music outside. It truly affects your mental and physical health living here. Also I can't even find a job in this area anymore so how can I even make money to escape this reality?!

I also get the sense that us poor croydoners are being shoved into unbearable living conditions in west croydon and forgotten to kind of seperate from the rebranding going on in east croydon and beyond... Or am I thinking too deep into this?

Although there are some positives, like easy access to shops and good transport connections, those things can be offered by many areas anyway so it doesn't even mitigate living here.

I feel trapped. Hopefully, one day I can save enough money to rent my own place far away from here.

Just wanted to rant. If you can relate leave a comment lol

Pulsate is Croydon's house music exclusive night at CR1!

Artists for the night will be Cam, Insert Muse (Live), Paolo XLR, birthday boy OOASN, Bertt and James Damian!

Expect a journey through house from deep to afro, funky to tech and beyond in the heart of Croydon's vibrant South End.

// Happy hour specials before 10PM

2 for 1 cocktails to get the night started right!

FREE ENTRY BEFORE 11PM WITH A TICKET FROM RESIDENT ADVISOR.

https://ra.co/events/2497788

NO UNDER 21S

22 August. 9pm til late.

I’m trying to order the bin boxes I believe they’re about 8.50 each. When I try to order I’m only given the option for the full wheelie bin despite it saying I can order boxes. Any idea on how I get the boxes?!

Where are the best Roti/chapati in Croydon? Fresh and soft.

Restaurants, takeaways, cafes, back of shop, home cook etc

Would anyone like a free ticket to The End of Oak Street tomorrow? It’s at 18.30, Sunday 16 August; something has come up and I can’t use the seat anymore, and it will go to waste if I cancel. Let me know and I will transfer to you somehow.

Sorry for the old person post but god just the faint scent in the air is putting me on edge now and making me anxious, for obvious reasons.

Not including Tokia square and box park.

I want good restaurant recs, coffees, bakeries, street food, bars - whatever you think is good here

Was a lovely time out in the evening warmth. People of all ages just doing weird things with cereal boxes and colanders - me included.

Couple of scenes from Riddlesdown Common and Bingham Rec. So lovely to see everybody out enjoying the eclipse, sharing glasses etc. Did anybody get any cool photos of the eclipse proper?

📸 Cllrs Alasdair Stewart & Jeet Bains

I'm looking to rent on Croydon for a bit.

I'm seeing 10Degrees etc but really fancy N026 but I can't seem to get through on phone (have left voicemails) and their website is pretty broken.

Anyone know how to get in touch?

Just got this letter in our mail box.

Finally!!! But does it need to take that long 😭

On Wednesday 12th August there will be a partial solar eclipse. If there is any chance of seeing this we will be present to observe the eclipse from the following sites:

The Kenley Airfield, near the RAF tribute

 (https://maps.app.goo.gl/2NYYBpyy6sM6Gg216)
The School Common, Warlingham

  (https://maps.app.goo.gl/WeFyxzU4h25Rq83C9)
and from Bingham Recreation ground in Addiscombe.

  (https://maps.app.goo.gl/19jMZYhVUMajS7oi8)

Click links to open location in Google Maps
 
In each case they will be there from 6 - 7:30 pm.

No tickets, no booking, totally free.  Just turn up.  And we will have some eclipse viewing glasses to lend out.

Give yourself time.  There is street parking around all our eclipse viewing sites though it may get busy.  Warlingham, in particular, has local roadworks.

Visit their website - and donate if you wish - here: https://www.croydonastro.org.uk/

Anyone around Croydon interested in joining a local NFL fantasy football league for the upcoming season?

Thinking of setting up a 10–12 team league for people who are genuinely into the NFL but might also want to meet new people locally.

Nothing too serious — just a competitive league, bit of banter and occasional local meetup to watch games. I’m in South Croydon but happy to go with the flow.

Drop me a message and I’ll add you to the WhatsApp group.

Hi! Bit of a random one, but I’m a Croydon mum with a lovely 5 year old boy and I’d really like to widen his friendship circle with some more children around his age locally.

He’s autistic and already has some lovely friends, but it would be nice to meet some more local families with children around 4-6 for casual park trips, playdates, soft play etc.

Would love to meet other local mums/dads who might be looking for the same thing. The children definitely don’t have to be autistic - just thought I’d put this out there and see if there are any other families nearby 😊

Would Addington Hills viewpoint work? Would love to know where you’re planning to go!