Purley Area Guide
A locals' guide to Purley
Where do Purley locals go?
Why not explore the nearby areas of
south croydon,
Sanderstead,
wallington,
waddon,
carshalton,
carshalton beeches,
hackbridge,
croydon,
Coulsdon,
and Sutton
Did you know?
"Croydon Airport was once one of the world's major airports and the first to introduce Air Traffic Control."
Sometimes when I visit the waterfall in Grove Park, it's hard to believe that it is in London!
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Thomas Lebbern
No longer in use, Croydon Airport was once a major international airport that now houses a visitor centre.
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Ashley Whitehouse
The properties in Sutton are perfect for families and people looking for a quieter life - I love it here!
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Thomas Lebbern
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What locals say about Purley
Activities near Purley
Erato Orchestra Concert
Michael Haydn – Symphony No.25 in G, P.16 Mozart – Clarinet Concerto in A, K.622 Vaughan Williams – Fantasia on a Theme of Thomas Tallis Haydn – Symphony No.83 in G Minor Nadia Barbosa – clarinet Jonathan Regan – conductor Erato Orchestra The Erato Orchestra loves Joseph Haydn and the orchestra’s 17th May 2025 concert is a Haydn fest where his dynamic and witty Symphony No. 85 ‘The Hen’ features together with his brother Michael Haydn’s vibrant and spirited Symphony No. 25. Topping this off is Mozart’s oh so famous Clarinet Concerto and...and...and...The Fantasia on a Theme of Thomas Tallis by Vaughan Williams which is currently number 25 in Spotify’s top 100 British Classical Favourites. What’s not to look forward to! La Orquesta Erato adora a Joseph Haydn y el concierto que ofrecerá el 17 de mayo de 2025 es un festival de Haydn en el que su dinámica e ingeniosa Sinfonía n.º 85, "La Gallina", se presenta junto con la vibrante y enérgica Sinfonía n.º 25 de su hermano Michael Haydn. Para rematar, se incluye el famosísimo Concierto para Clarinete de Mozart y... y... y... La Fantasía sobre un Tema de Thomas Tallis de Vaughan Williams, que actualmente ocupa el puesto número 25 en Spotify’s top 100 British Classical Favourites. ¡Qué más se puede pedir! L'Erato Orchestra adore Joseph Haydn et le concert du 17 mai 2025 de l'orchestre est un festival Haydn où sa dynamique et pleine d'esprit Symphonie n° 85 « La Poule » figure aux côtés de la vibrante et pleine d'entrain Symphonie n° 25 de son frère Michael Haydn. Pour couronner le tout, le célèbre Concerto pour Clarinette de Mozart et... et... et... La Fantaisie sur un Thème de Thomas Tallis de Vaughan Williams, actuellement numéro 25 dans le Spotify’s top 100 British Classical Favourites. Qu'est-ce qu'il ne faut pas attendre avec impatience!Read more
Animal Adoption - Meet and Greet
We are delighted to invite you to a special Meet & Greet session with your adopted animal down on Little Oaks Farm! This is a wonderful opportunity to visit the farm, spend time with your adopted animal, and see firsthand the impact of your support. There are three dates to choose from in the summer term, and wed love for you to join us for a 3pm 4pm session. This session is for Friday 9th May. Please only book one session for your visit. We look forward to welcoming you to the farm and sharing this special experience with you!Read more
The Rod Stewart Songbook
The songs of Rod Stewart are brought to life in this tribute.
Surrey Opera Beetle Drive
Surrey Opera Beetle Drive Saturday 31st May, 7pm Clyde Hall, Clyde Road, CR0 6SZ Join us for a fun, fast-paced evening of classic Beetle Drive mayhem! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a total beginner, it's a brilliant way to catch up, meet new faces, and enjoy a good laugh. Tickets: 5 (Were keeping it low-key and affordable this is more about the fun than fundraising!) Table snacks providedBring your own drinks Everyone welcome friends, family, and Beetle enthusiasts of all ages!Read more
Drama Kids - Show 5 - Park Hill Junior School, Pickhurst Junior Academy & Purley
Drama Kids are delighted to present our 2025 Summer Productions! There will be four classes performing at this event: Park Hill Junior School Pickhurst Junior Academy Purley Primary Purley Youth Theatre We anticipate that the whole showcase will last approximately 1 hour 10 mins, ending at around 8:25pm. We hope you enjoy the show!Read more
Sutton Rock Choir
Are you looking to join a choir? The local Sutton choir is run by singing teacher Valerie Turnbull. The Sutton branch is part of the unique national singing family that is Rock Choir. Whilst retaining our focus on Sutton community causes and events, all the local Surrey choirs come together in regional and even national groups for bigger events, such performing en masse at the Royal Albert Hall, achieving album sales that enter the charts, local flashmobs and Guinness World Records and helping to raise millions for charity. Joining this incomparable musical national treasure is very easy, there are no auditions, there's no need to read music and we're open to everyone in your local community! With no audition process, no need to read music and no pressure to sing live or perform until you're ready, Valerie's expert tuition will guide you through our unique arrangements of your favorite pop, Motown and rock hits from Micheal Jackson to Maroon 5 and every song inbetween! Whether you're joining to make new friends, find some time for yourself or even find the courage to sing on a stage, the fun and relaxed atmosphere at our rehearsals will really boost your spirits and leave you with a natural high! Book a FREE taster for you and a friend at www.rockchoir.com. Here is a quote about our choir - 'If you want to smile and sing for an hour and a half, go to Rock Choir. Getting on stage is so rewarding and when your 6 year-old says how proud he is of his mummy, then it's worth every moment!' - Caroline Jopling (Rock Choir Member) Rock Choir is a winner of the Red Ribbon 'Big Heart' Award [https://rockchoir.com/awards-achievements/]. and holds 1 former and 2 current Guinness World Records. The choir is also credited with single handedly starting the contemporary choir movement.Read more
Nabil Abdulrashid: Urban Battuta
Nabil Abdulrashid is an award-winning comedian and writer. Nabil has come a long way since being a finalist and Alesha Dixon’s golden buzzer on Britain’s Got Talent in 2020. He is an acclaimed stand up who has performed comedy all over the UK, and across the world and is recognised for his sardonic intelligence and sharp eye for the absurdities of racial discourse.Read more
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