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How businesses profited at expense of the Borough of Culture

BOROUGH OF VULTURES: £1.3m of arts funding provided by the Mayor of London was misused by Croydon’s Tory council to boost local businesses, but delivered a year-long flop, judging by official audience figures. EXCLUSIVE by STEVEN DOWNES Lights are on, but no one’s at home: the poorly promoted finale weekend for the Borough of Culture had a budget of £85,000 – but failed to attract any…

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'It seems that not a week goes by without another talented and successful artist revealed to have some connection in or around Croydon.

The latest is filmmaker Andrew Haigh, whose much-praised movie All Of Us Strangers is set in Sanderstead where he grew up and in the centre of Croydon itself (the “unloved south London borough”, as The Guardian described it in its film review)...'

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Croydon

Croydon is a large town located in south London, England. It is the seat of the London Borough of Croydon, and is one of the largest commercial areas in Greater London. The city is home to a wide range of shops, and a lively night economy. There are many museums and attractions in the city, as well as a large sports complex.

The town’s name is derived from the Old French word croie dune, meaning “chalk hill”. It is located on the northern edge of the chalk hills known as the North Downs. The area is a major centre for both the labour and temperance movements. In the early nineteenth century, Croydon was a thriving commercial district of London. Public houses were the sites of early labour meetings. However, Croydon also had a strong temperance movement. Georgina King Lewis, an early member of the Croydon United Temperance Council, set up a dry center for the labour movement in the town. Learn more.

The town is home to several political parties. The Conservative Party controls the council, with approximately 45% of seats being held by Conservatives. The Lib Dems hold just one seat in the town. Croydon Borough Council is divided into 24 wards, and all of the seats on the council were up for re-election in the 2006 local elections. The Conservatives took 10 seats from Labour and one from the Liberal Democrats. This makes the Conservatives the majority party in Croydon.

Croydon has several theatres, and many community arts groups. The town has a large, landscaped green space that is adjacent to the town hall and Clocktower art centre. It is also home to several small comedy venues and community arts groups. The Spread Eagle Theatre is a modern 50-seat studio theatre, which collaborates with the Old Joint Stock Theatre in Birmingham.

The city’s history dates back to the 18th century, when the town became an important stop for stage coaches. The town was also the endpoint of two early commercial transport links with London. The Surrey Iron Railway arrived in Croydon in 1803, and it was extended to Merstham in 1805. The Croydon, Merstham and Godstone Railway followed in 1809. The Croydon Canal branched off the Grand Surrey Canal at Deptford. Later, in 1839, the London and Croydon Railway began running between London Bridge and West Croydon.

The town is also home to several historic buildings. The Croydon Town Hall is the city’s third town hall, which was built in 1895. The town’s first town hall was built in 1566, and the second one was constructed in 1808 and demolished in 1895. The current town hall was designed by local architect Charles Henman and was officially opened by the Prince and Princess of Wales on 19 May 1896. The building is built of red brick from Wrotham in Kent, with green Westmorland slates used for the roof.

In the past, Croydon was a bustling market town. It was the gateway between Brighton and London, and was home to the Surrey Iron Railway. In 1809, it was followed by the Croydon Canal and then the London and Croydon Railway. In the early twentieth century, Croydon opened an aerodrome, which operated until 1959. Sadly, this historic site was badly damaged during World War II. The last scheduled flight to Croydon departed from Croydon on 30 September 1959.

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Photo: Croydon Clocktower, Croydon

Date Taken: 14th March 2014

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Places To See In London Croydon

Crоуdоn Attrасtіоnѕ

If you’ve opted to ѕtау оut оf tоwn аnd іn thе ѕuburb оf Crоуdоn thеn уоu’d bе fоrgіvеn fоr thіnkіng уоu had tо commute into thе сеntrе of Lоndоn for ѕоmе fun everyday. Whіlе іt’ѕ really еаѕу to dо ѕо (thе trаіnѕ tаkе less thаn 20 mіnutеѕ tо Vісtоrіа or Lоndоn Brіdgе) thеrе’ѕ really no nееd, what wіth thе vаѕt amount on оffеr іn Crоуdоn. Aѕіdе frоm ѕhорріng and сulturе, уоu’vе gоt a соmmunіtу that’s really found іtѕ identity аnd wants to wеlсоmе еvеrуоnе іntо its еvеr-ѕо-ѕlіghtlу-еdgу аrmѕ.

Whіtgіft Centre

Thіѕ іѕ thе Whіtgіft Centre. Thе Whіtgіft іѕ thе South Eаѕt'ѕ lеаdіng shopping destination, whеrе you’ll find оvеr 140 оf уоur fаvоurіtе ѕtоrеѕ including Mаrkѕ & Spencer, Boots, BHS, and over 30 іndереndеnt rеtаіlеrѕ - аll under оnе ѕtуlіѕh rооf.

Crоуdоn Clосktоwеr

Yоu muѕt vіѕіt Crоуdоn Clocktower whіlѕt ѕtауіng іn Crоуdоn, which іѕ аn аrtѕ сеntrе соntаіnіng thе Muѕеum оf Croydon and thе Dаvіd Lеаn Cinema.

Muѕеum оf Croydon 

Thе Muѕеum оf Croydon іѕ a brilliant, fun place to ѕреnd a fеw hоurѕ tо discover the rеаl hіѕtоrу оf Crоуdоn. It is a lіfеtіmе muѕеum showcasing hіѕtоrісаl and ѕtуlіѕh artefacts dеrіvеd from thе area. Mаnу of the еxhіbіtіоnѕ аt thе muѕеum аrе hаndѕ on.

Dаvіd Lеаn Cіnеmа

Cоmе tо the Dаvіd Lеаn Cіnеmа, a ѕmаll сіnеmа buіlt іn the 1990’ѕ tо honour thе dіrесtоr David Lеаn, whо was bоrn іn thе town. It is described аѕ a small, іntіmаtе, аrt house-style сіnеmа whісh ѕhоwсаѕеѕ the best оf British fіlm and Wоrld сіnеmа, аѕ wеll аѕ сlаѕѕіс releases аnd rесеnt fаvоurіtеѕ.

Charles Cryer Studio Thеаtrе

In nеаrbу Cаrѕhаltоn, уоu wіll find the Chаrlеѕ Crуеr Studіо Thеаtrе. Thіѕ іѕ оnе оf the mоѕt popular theatres іn thе аrеа, offering a grеаt dеаl оf сhоісе to thе vіеwеr, always аttеmрtіng tо рuѕh bасk bоundаrіеѕ аnd ѕhоw productions thаt реорlе might be expecting, from trаgеdу to соmеdу (and еvеrуthіng in bеtwееn!)

Crоhаm Hurѕt 

Something that London doesn’t оffеr quite аѕ wеll іѕ соuntrуѕіdе, but іf уоu hop on a trаіn tо Sоuth Crоуdоn, turn lеft оut оf the ѕtаtіоn and left аgаіn then carry оn fоr аbоut a mile, you’ll come tо Croham Hurѕt; an enormous woodland with a hеаth аt іtѕ tор, thаt was once a Bronze Agе ѕеttlеmеnt.

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Juxtaposed Croydon...(Explored) by Kim Haddon Via Flickr: Went to Croydon today to try and find some interesting juxtapositions but actually struggled, until I stumbled across this lovely example.

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MAGNET, part 1

I have joined MAGNET! Who they? They are the Museums and Galleries Network for Exhibition Touring. This is a network of 11 UK regional museums who are experimenting with sharing resources to develop stunning touring exhibitions over the next 4 years. This is led by the Horniman Museum and Gardens who are using the exhibition ‘Hair: Untold Stories’ as a pilot. After the Horniman display from Spring 2022 the exhibition will be packed up and travel to Sheffield Museums and Tullie House in Carlisle. This pilot is paid by a grant from the Art Fund.

I have suffered some déjà vu about MAGNET as this is what I was asked to do for Croydon Clocktower museum exhibitions over 20 years ago. However, that all halted as potential museum partners could never sign up to  formal agreements as we were all victims of the first wave of 21st century cutbacks in UK local councils.

My job now is co-ordinating the ‘Hair’ tour as well as helping with the logistics of developing new exhibitions developed by the partner museums. Strong ideas include: Sustainability, Gender and Colour. Another interesting topic bubbling under all this creativity is the eco impact of touring exhibitions (we also looked at this at Croydon Clocktower) which should come under the title of: Legacy.

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Croydon has a long and diverse history stretching back to the Bronze Age. Modern day Croydon has a bustling centre with excellent facilities and a prosperous business community - it is home to over 20 'blue chip' companies - has good links to central London, whilst also providing an easy escape to the country.

With a range of property on offer to buy or rent, it attracts diverse residents. The area has a variety of flats, including classic Victorian and Edwardian conversions and modern apartments and flats in purpose built blocks. Two bedroom flats to rent in Croydon will cost on average around £900 per month, depending on the location and the property itself. If you're looking to buy a two bedroom flat, expect to pay around £160,000. Houses in the area are also varied, with a good range of detached houses as well as Victorian and 1930s terraces and semis. A three bedroom house in a good location will be around £240,000 or more to buy, whilst renting a similar property will cost around £1200 per calendar month.

Moving to Croydon means you'll have all the amenities you'd expect on your doorstep - and more.

Croydon is now the second-biggest shopping destination in the region, after central London. Shopping Centres include the Whitgift Centre and the Centrale. It offers good nightlife with a variety of bars, restaurants, nightclubs and cinemas. If you're after arts and culture, Fairfield Halls is the most well-known venue and consists of a large concert parc central residence siteplan  hall which has hosted many famous acts - from the Beatles to JLS. The Warehouse Theatre is a fringe theatre known for promoting new writing, whilst Croydon Clocktower houses a state-of-the-art library, cinema, a performance venue and a museum. There are several other smaller local venues for comedy and community events too so you're never short of options.

Despite its lively core, the area has more than 1000 hectares of green space and woodland so it's not hard to find some peace and quiet. The North Downs and Surrey Countryside are also within easy reach.

Sports and leisure facilities include Croydon Sports Arena, Monks Hill Sports Centre, a leisure centre and private gyms. There are also many sports clubs and associations so you can get involved with anything, from archery to yoga.

Croydon is located on the on the natural transport corridor between London and the south coast and has good access to the M23 and M25. There are numerous bus routes, with most buses serving West Croydon Bus Station. The rail network connects the area to many major towns and cities across the UK, as well as Gatwick and Luton Airports, along with high speed links to the City. The main station for these services is East Croydon Station. West Croydon Station is on the East LondonLine operated by London Overground. The lightrail system, Tramlink, also connects Croydon to the surrounding area.

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World-class Jazz at the Clocktower Café, Thurs, April to May

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'Bones of Croydon' exhibition Saturday 4 March 2017 - January 2019 by david sankey Via Flickr: In 2014, human remains were discovered during building works beneath the driveway of a family home in Riddlesdown. The police were called and a sample of the bones was sent to a laboratory in Florida for carbon dating. The results showed that the bones dated from AD 670 - 775, meaning that this person lived and was buried in the Croydon area during Anglo-Saxon times (AD 410 - 1066). Subsequently, the remains of an almost complete adult skeleton, along with the incomplete leg bone of a 'sub-adult', were accessioned into the Museum of Croydon's collections. In 2016, we commissioned a 'Human bone report' to find out more about these skeletons and what they could tell us about the Anglo-Saxon period. This was conducted by Dr Rebecca Redfern at the Museum of London's Centre for Human Bioarchaeology. The ‘Bones of Croydon’ exhibition, displays the human remains recovered from this site along with a selection of Anglo-Saxon archaeological finds from elsewehere in the Borough, giving an insight into life and burial practices in Croydon over 1,200 years ago. The name ‘Croydon’ has been suggested as Anglo-Saxon in origin, derived from ‘Croh denu’ meaning crocus valley. Over the past hundred years and more, evidence of Croydon's Anglo-Saxon history has been discovered from several Anglo-Saxon burial sites, some of which is included in this exhition. The three main known Anglo-Saxon sites, at Lion Green Road, Riddlesdown Road and Park Lane / Edridge Road, were included in Historic England's Archaeological Priority Areas in Croydon report. With potential future excavation and research at these sites more Anglo-Saxon history in Croydon could still be uncovered... www.museumofcroydon.com/ixbin/indexplus?record=ART9105 , Riesco Gallery, 4 March 2017 - January 2018. 'Bones of Croydon' Riesco Gallery, Croydon Clocktower Saturday 4 March 2017 - January 2019 Tuesday - Saturday, 10.30am - 5pm (except public holidays) Free entry

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Six cost effective areas in London that you should consider moving to in 2018

The populous but charming town of Croydon

Croydon

The town of Croydon lies in the eponymous Borough of Croydon in the southern parts of London. It has a population of over 170.000 people (local wards included) and is one of the largest commercial districts outside of the central parts of the English capital. The area is home to several prominent buildings, such as the Croydon Clocktower Arts Centre, the Fairfield Halls, The Spread Eagle Theatre, Croydon Town Hall, the Surrey Street Pumping Station, the Croydon Minster and many more. The average rental fee in the district is below the regular for London, which means that you can easily find a properly maintained property at a very reasonable price. The town is served by several rail links but the East Croydon station is the busiest of them all. Opened in 1841, the transportation hub serves both the National Rail network and the Tramlink, and is used by over 30 million people on an annual basis.

Bromley

Situated at about nine miles from the intersection of Charing Cross, Bromley is a popular London district with a population of about 72.000 people. The area is classified as a major metropolitan centre in the London Plan and the administrative headquarters of the eponymous Borough of Bromley. The district has a number of schools, including the Bromley College of Further and Higher Education. Established during the mid-20th century, this mixed educational facility currently has a staff of over 650 professionals and a student body of 10.000. Among the college’s most notable graduates are:

Ø  Musician Phil Butcher

Ø  Writer Hanif Kureishi CBE

Ø  Politician Peter Whittle

Ø  Musician Susan Janet Ballion more common known as Siouxsie Sioux

Ø  Singer William Michael Albert Broad internationally known as Billy Idol

The area is praised as being one of the happiest places to live in Londonand its rents are way below the average for the British capital. Bromley is served by railway stations and a number of bus routes that pass through it on a regular basis.

THE HISTORICALLY RICH DISTRICT OF WOOLWICH

Woolwich

Woolwich sits in the southeastern parts of London in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. It has an estimate population of 145.000 people and is regarded by many to be one of the most beautiful and green districts in the English capital. The area is rapidly developing and present good opportunities to newcomers as it is expected to become a major metropolitan centre in the upcoming years. People can easily relocate to Woolwich with the help of the London based Super Man and Van company. The district has a rich cultural heritage is home to several landmarks that are related to the British Military.

Woolwich is strongly associate with the Arsenal Football Club as the team’s first stadium is located in the area. Rental fees in the neighbourhood are higher than the ones from the above-mentioned areas but are still more affordable than in most parts of the city and are below the average for the Borough of Greenwich. The district has its own railway station that was built in 1849 and serves both the DLR and National Rail network. It provides transportation services to almost 19 million passengers yearly.

Brentford

Located in West London, Brentford is a town that was once part of the historic county of Middlesex. It sits on the confluence of the rivers Thames and Brent in the Borough of Hounslow. The last census shows that the area has a population of about 30.000 (local wards included). The district is home to many notable buildings including the Syon House, which is owned by the Duke of Northumberland and is known internationally for its eclectic interior that was designed by acclaimed architected, Robert Adam during the second half of the 18th century. The London Museum of Water and Steam, and the Musical Museum are without a doubt the most famous exhibition venues in Brentford. Properties are close to the London average but are still more reasonably than in order nearby areas. The town was its own railway station while the nearest tube hubs are situated in the adjacent neighbourhoods.

Live large in Colindale

Colindale

The area of Colindale lies mainly in the Borough of Barnet and has a population of a little over than 17.000 people. The district is known for its suburban character and currently among the most desirable residential areas in the English capital. The average rents are closer to the London regular but will allow you to lease a much larger property that will be able to better accommodate you and your family. The Hendon Police College is situated in close proximity to the Colindale tube station, which is the district’s main transportation hub. The tube station sits on the Northern Line from the London Underground and is used by over six million people on an annual basis.

Leytonstone

Leytonstone is a suburb that is situated in the Borough of Waltham Forest in the northeastern parts of the London. The area has approximately 13.000 residents and is known for its calm and peaceful ambience, as it isn’t home to any major landmarks. However, it is the location of the Whipps Cross University Hospital, which dates back to 1917 and currently has an estimate of 730 beds. Rental fees in Leytonstone are fair given the district’s geo-location. Throughout the years, many reputable have lived in the area.

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Photo: Croydon Clocktower, Croydon

Date Taken: 6th March 2014

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