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🌅 WEDNESDAY'S LOCAL WARMTH
Wednesday 02/09/2026 is a chance to back the businesses, artists and community builders giving Croydon its energy, character and connection.
From a CAMRA winning pub to creative sessions, practical business support and a major transport decision, your borough is moving forward.
💙 THE HEARTBEAT: THE REAL CROYDON
Yesterday we explored Croydon’s real story: connection, not caricature. Catch the full feature here, then keep showing what our borough can do.
🍺 BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: THE DARK HORSE, CROYDON'S PUB OF THE YEAR
The Dark Horse, 221 Gloucester Road, Croydon CR0 2DW, is named Croydon CAMRA Pub of the Year 2026.
Tonight, Wednesday 02/09/2026, the pub hosts Hidden Talents, the last Wednesday monthly open mic listed at the pub tonight, from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm. Entry is free.
📍 Where: The Dark Horse, 221 Gloucester Road, Croydon CR0 2DW
🕖 When: Wednesday 02/09/2026, 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm
🎤 Entry: Free
🤝 COMMUNITY: CROYDON SMILE HUB CONNECTION DAY
Croydon Smile Hub hosts Community Connection Day today, Wednesday 02/09/2026, from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm at 159 London Road.
The listing describes community meetings, local clean up activities and selected police surgeries where residents and businesses can speak directly with local officers. Check the current listing before setting off, as session details may change.
📍 Where: Croydon Smile Hub, 159 London Road, Croydon
🕟 When: Wednesday 02/09/2026, 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
🎨 CULTURE: DEMENTIA, ART AND JOY AT THE MUSEUM
Dementia, Art and Joy brings creativity, conversation and companionship to the Museum of Croydon today from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm.
A relaxed session designed for people living with dementia and their carers. Check the Museum of Croydon page for booking details.
📍 Where: Museum of Croydon, Croydon Clocktower, Katharine Street, Croydon CR9 1ET
🕥 When: Wednesday 02/09/2026, 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
🧵 EXHIBITION: ESSEX HOUSE TAPESTRIES
There is still time to see The Essex House Tapestries: The Life of Julie Cope, a major exhibition by Grayson Perry at the Museum of Croydon, Katharine Street, Croydon CR0 1NX.
The two tapestries follow Julie Cope, Perry’s fictional Essex everywoman, through the trials, celebrations, mistakes and contradictions of an ordinary life. The exhibition runs until Saturday 19/09/2026 and is listed as free for Croydon residents. Check the Museum of Croydon page for opening times.
📅 Open until: Saturday 19/09/2026
📍 Where: Museum of Croydon, Katharine Street, Croydon CR0 1NX
Read the Museum of Croydon exhibition details. See the Croydon Business Improvement District listing.
💼 LOCAL BUSINESS SUPPORT: SEPTEMBER'S PRACTICAL PATHWAYS
Croydon’s business community has several useful opportunities this month, whether you are trading already, building a side hustle or preparing to take your next step.
Free 1:1 Business Clinics return on Thursday 10/09/2026 at UP Croydon, Weatherill House, 23 Whitestone Way, Croydon CR0 4WF.
📈 Tony Chance will focus on growth strategy, including pricing, profitability, operations and systems.
📣 Sharlene Chance will focus on customer acquisition, including ideal customers, marketing, visibility and enquiries or sales.
Appointments are limited, so review the details and register promptly through the Croydon Business Support Programme.
Croydon Means Business is also offering a wider programme of support, including business guidance, concierge assistance, a £10,000 Empty Unit Activation Grant, a £5,000 Shop Improvement Grant and business rates relief for eligible new occupiers.
Funding is subject to official criteria, availability and approval, so check the rules before making plans. The programme aims to help more businesses start, grow and thrive across the borough.
Young people also have a date for the diary: WOW: World of Work takes place on Thursday 17/09/2026 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Weatherill House, 23 Whitestone Way, Croydon CR0 4WF.
The free StartUp Croydon event is designed for young people exploring employment and career opportunities. Check the current listing before travelling, particularly for venue and booking updates.
🚧 TRANSPORT WATCH: CROYDON FLYOVER FUNDING
Transport for London is awaiting a government funding decision this autumn on the proposed refurbishment of Croydon Flyover.
No construction is currently underway. If funding is approved, major works are currently expected to begin in April 2027, with repairs planned to extend the structure’s life and reduce the risk of future closures or traffic restrictions.
🧐 DID YOU KNOW? CROYDON'S CREATIVE CONNECTION
Grayson Perry’s Essex House Tapestries tell the story of Julie Cope, a fictional Essex everywoman whose life reflects the beauty, humour and contradictions of ordinary experience.
Their 2026 exhibition at the Museum of Croydon brings world class contemporary art into the borough, giving local residents the opportunity to experience major work close to home.
📣 WEDNESDAY'S COMMUNITY BOOST
More local stories, useful support and community moments are on the way tomorrow. Keep Croydon close, keep looking forward and keep showing up for the people and places that make this borough matter.
Building a Stronger Croydon, Together
The Croydon Local Pulse Team