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Wednesday 09/09/2026 brings film, fixing and community craft, with a busy weekend already taking shape across Croydon.

From a David Lean conversation to a gentle park walk, tonight is a reminder that local life is made brighter when you step out, join in and share the moment.

Reel Talk returns to the David Lean Cinema on Wednesday 09/09/2026 at 6:00 pm with a screening of The Christophers, followed by conversation with BAFTA winning actor and cinema patron Joanna Scanlan.

Tickets are listed from about £11.55 to £15, including a drink. Check the current listing for availability, then settle in for a sociable evening of film, ideas and Croydon creativity.

Source: East Croydon Cool

The Civic Mayor leads an Emergency Services 999 Day flag raising at 10:00 am at the main flagpole outside Croydon Town Hall, Katharine Street, Croydon, CR0 1NX.

It is a civic moment for the community, so check the council events page for the occasion and any access details.

Source: Croydon Council

Croydon Mencap joins CareDogs volunteers for a friendly partnered walk from 10:15 am to 12:00 pm, meeting at Lloyd Park Lounge Café, Coombe Road.

Expect fresh air, friendly faces and a welcoming route around Lloyd Park, with community connection at the heart of the morning.

Source: Inside Croydon

The Crochet and Knitting Club meets from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Selsdon Library, offering a welcoming weekly session for anyone who enjoys working with wool and learning alongside others.

Bring your project, pick up a few ideas and enjoy the simple pleasure of making something by hand.

Source: Oazis

The Fix Remix runs from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm at Selsdon Hall and Jubilee Coffee Shop, 132 Addington Road, South Croydon.

Hosted by Croydon Makers and Creators CIC, the evening features hand mending with Lettice Kemp, the Mendfulness Clinic, food and music from Beats and Eats. Bring one or two items that need a little care.

Source: Happening Next

Introduction to Bobbin Lacemaking takes place from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Museum of Croydon, with materials provided and a relaxed, beginner friendly approach.

Tickets are £10 for one person or £15 for two, with light refreshments included. Advance booking is required.

Source: Museum of Croydon

We Walk Wednesday begins at 7:30 pm in Crystal Palace Park, giving locals a chance to enjoy fresh air and company during a regular group walk.

Check the event listing for the meeting point before setting off, then bring comfortable shoes and a little midweek energy.

Source: Happening Next

The Sanderstead Opera Appreciation Class (SOAC) is a self run, informal group showing major and lesser known opera productions on DVD, with a short background introduction and a refreshment break. It welcomes beginners and opera lovers alike.

Sessions run on Thursday afternoons, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm, at Sanderstead Methodist Church, Limpsfield Road, CR2 9EF. The autumn term runs for 13 weeks from the second week of September, beginning this week.

The fee is £30 per term, increased from £28 because of venue rent increases. The first session for new members is free as a taster.

For more information, contact Anne Evans at [email protected] or 07854 457180, or Richard Bransby at [email protected].

Round out a sensible 30 day household reserve with tinned, dried or freeze dried fruit and vegetables, plus cooking oil.

Build gradually from the foods you already use, check dates, rotate older items first and store everything according to the manufacturer’s instructions. There is no need for panic buying or mass purchasing, and supporting local food initiatives remains part of looking after Croydon.

Keep the Be Prepared: 30 Day Food Storage Checklists handy, and remember a mechanical can opener belongs in every sensible cupboard.

The Croydon Continental Market returns to North End from Thursday 10/09/2026 to Sunday 13/09/2026, bringing street food, tempting treats and distinctive crafts into the town centre.

Source: Croydon Business Improvement District

Identity Before Impact takes place on Saturday 12/09/2026 from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm at Croydon Creative Enterprise Zone, Unit 55, Lower Ground Floor, Centrale Shopping Centre, Croydon, CR0 1TY.

Created by Camille Foune of The Eight House, this in person event for women aged 18 and over, with doors opening at 10:15 am and tickets from £38.62 with the early bird discount applied.

Source: Eventbrite

Apple Day joins celebrations for the 20th anniversary of Addiscombe Railway Park on Saturday 12/09/2026, hosted by the Friends of Addiscombe Railway Park.

It is a lovely chance to enjoy local green space, seasonal produce and the story of a much loved community park.

Source: Friends of Addiscombe Railway Park

The South Croydon Model Railway Show runs from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday 12/09/2026 at St Paul’s United Reformed Church, Croham Park Avenue, South Croydon, CR2 7HH.

Expect about 20 layouts, trade stalls, children’s activities and refreshments. Tickets cost £6 for adults, £3 for children aged 5 to 16, with under fives free and a £15 family ticket available.

Source: St Paul’s United Reformed Church

DUCKPLATES: ALL DAY ALL NIGHT takes over BOXPARK Croydon from 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm on Saturday 12/09/2026.

Check the official event listing for ticket information and the latest details before heading into the weekend.

Source: Eventbrite

Crystal Palace faces Ipswich Town on Saturday 12/09/2026 at Selhurst Park, giving supporters another reason to make the matchday journey.

Check the club’s official channels for tickets, kick off information and fixture updates.

Source: Crystal Palace

Open House Festival 2026 runs from Saturday 12/09/2026 to Sunday 20/09/2026, with free events and building openings across the borough.

Look out for Build, Play, Shape at The Queen’s Gardens, then explore the wider programme of Croydon architecture and heritage.

Source: Culture Croydon

A brand new monthly community market launches at Regans on Saturday 19/09/2026, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, at Units 9 to 11, Royal Oak Centre, Brighton Road, Purley CR8 2PG.

According to the event flyer, it is a day for supporting local makers and small businesses, with handmade crystal jewellery, homemade cakes and cookies, natural beauty products, handmade throws, a pre-loved stall, homemade gifts, plants, a henna stall and artisan bread on offer.

The Courtyard Café will serve freshly ground coffees, teas and cold drinks, with a licensed outdoor bar also available. Entry is free, and children and dogs are welcome.

Source: event flyer supplied to Croydon Local Pulse.

Eco Living Fest returns on Saturday 19/09/2026, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, at Holy Innocents Church Hall, 192A Selhurst Road, South Norwood. Expect practical community sustainability activities including electrical and bicycle repairs, clothes mending, product refills, workshops and vegan refreshments. Source: CVA

Croydon Council has formally opposed a draft London Plan proposal for 5,600 homes on borough Green Belt land.

The council says Croydon can meet housing need through a brownfield first approach while protecting the green spaces that make the borough worth living in.

Source: MyLondon

Community leader Alison Johnson has been appointed Independent Chair of the Croydon West Pride in Place board.

The board will oversee £20 million of public space improvements across West Thornton, Broad Green, Bensham Manor and Selhurst, with residents helping shape local priorities.

Source: Croydon Council

Local figures show that 81.3% of residents believe people from different backgrounds get on well locally, while 36.3% have taken part in civic life.

Those numbers matter because everyday kindness, participation and neighbourly action are what turn a borough into a community.

Source: Your Local Guardian

Castellas Fish and Chips is still seeking replacement parts for its vintage fryer, putting a much loved local food institution under pressure.

If you know a catering equipment specialist who can help, share the lead with the business and keep Croydon’s independent food scene frying strong.

Source: Inside Croydon

The David Lean Cinema is named in honour of Sir David Lean, the celebrated director who was born in Croydon on 25/03/1908.

He went on to direct classics including Lawrence of Arabia and The Bridge on the River Kwai, making tonight’s film conversation part of a proud local screen story.

Source: The David Lean Cinema

Croydon’s primary schools and PTAs can use this space to share fairs, bake sales, fundraiser discos and other community moments for free.

Send your verified event details through the Croydon Local Pulse website, and help families discover the good things happening just around the corner.

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The weekend is already buzzing, so keep your plans local, look out for your neighbours and make room for one more Croydon story tomorrow.

Building a Stronger Croydon, Together

The Croydon Local Pulse Team