McDonald’s ‘Stormzy Meal’ launches in Croydon
The Stormzy Meal includes 9 Chicken McNuggets made with 100% chicken breast, McDonald’s famous Fries with two BBQ Dips, with a choice of either an irresistible Oreo McFlurry or a […]
Croydon town centre police update – January 2025
From cracking down on knife crime and drug offences to addressing mobile phone theft and prioritising the safety of women and girls, officers have been working proactively to disrupt criminal […]
New ATM privacy zones introduced in Croydon town centre
The installation ensures users have a safer space to complete their transactions without the risk of ‘shoulder surfing’ – where someone may attempt to observe another person’s PIN or financial […]
London Mozart Players premiere cross-genre event Changing Seasons at Fairfield Halls
This unique production blends Vivaldi’s classic with new works from four local arts groups – Queer Croydon, Club Soda, Subrang Arts, and Croydon Music & Arts – in collaboration with […]
Croydon BID Q3 safety update: Building a safer town centre
Below, we highlight key activities and updates from Q3: Safer Business Action Week: Croydon BID, together with the Metropolitan Police, Croydon Council, and local businesses, led Safer Business Action Week […]
Croydon BID Street Rangers: Q3 2024 Impact Report
In December, Croydon BID extended the Street Ranger service from five days a week to six, adding an extra day of patrols each week. This change contributed an additional 128 […]
Croydon BID Cleansing Team: Q3 2024 Impact Report
Focused on high-traffic areas like George Street, the team also began the task of cleaning North End, a project that will span two months to complete. Their efforts ensured that […]
A message from Superintendent Mitch Carr: 2024 reflections and plans for 2025
It’s been two years since I took on the role of Superintendent for local policing in Croydon, and I remain incredibly proud of the strong, collaborative work between Croydon Police, […]
Dana Grey appointed as new chair of Croydon BID
Alongside her role, Dana chairs the PPF’s Diversity and Inclusion Sponsorship Group, co-founded its inaugural employee network group for gender, and co-leads the Race Action Group. She is also a […]
Croydon Council announces grants scheme for music gigs
This might include bands playing in pubs; a music promoter or venue organising a one-off special event; the inclusion of live music as part of a wider event such as […]
Wellesley Road underpass closed for public safety
During this time of closure, pedestrians wishing to cross Wellesley Road can use the street level crossing points at George Street, between Popeyes and Wendy’s restaurants, or at Bedford Park, […]
Padel tennis courts get planning permission for Croydon town centre
The site, at 1-5 Addiscombe Road, has been vacant since 2015 and was previously occupied by the Royal Mail delivery office, which was demolished in 2022. The planning approval has […]
