The 10 Best Free Things to do in Croydon, England

January 19, 2022 Janette Largent

Croydon is a large town in the south of Greater London, England, 9.5 miles (15.3 km) south of Charing Cross. The principal settlement in the London Borough of Croydon, it is one of the largest commercial districts outside Central London, with an extensive shopping district and night-time economy. Its population of 52,104 at the 2011 census includes the wards of Addiscombe, Broad Green, and Fairfield.
Restaurants in Croydon

1. Littleheath Woods

Foxearth Road, Croydon CR2 8DW England +44 20 8651 4914 http://www.folw.co.uk
Excellent
79%
Good
21%
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5.0 based on 14 reviews

Littleheath Woods

Littleheath Woods comprise 25 Hectares (61 Acres) of a variety of habitats from woodland to grassland, soils from chalk to clay and from sand to Blackheath Pebbles as well as wet areas and seasonal ponds. The London Loop and the Vanguard Way pass through Littleheath Woods. The Woods are owned by Croydon Council and managed in conjuction with The Friends of Littleheath Woods, a local community volunteer group.

2. Coombe Wood

Coombe Lane, Croydon CR0 5RE England +44 20 8726 6900 http://www.croydon.gov.uk/leisure/parksandopenspaces/parksatoz/coombe/
Excellent
51%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
5%
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4.5 based on 65 reviews

Coombe Wood

Reviewed By davideT5835SW - Croydon, United Kingdom

Sunday 23/02/2020 around mid morning we visited Coombe Wood a picturesque little gem a stones throw from home. Coombe Wood cafe is a gem within a gem, really nice good value meal at reasonable prices. A perfect end to our visit.

3. Millers Pond

Farm Lane Also entrance via Shirley Way, Croydon England +44 20 8726 6900 [email protected] https://www.croydon.gov.uk/leisure/parksandopenspaces/parksatoz/millers-pond
Excellent
57%
Good
38%
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4.5 based on 21 reviews

Millers Pond

Reviewed By TaNaBaN - Croydon, United Kingdom

Fancy taking the kids to feed the ducks? Here is a hidden gem for Croydon. This small local green space is dominated by a large duck pond with plenty of wildlife to entertain the little ones for and hour. Take you dog for short walk around the ponds perimeter path and have kick about on the small field. Set in a residential area iff busy main roads this small park would be great for a warm weather picnic. Dont forget your bird feed to enjoy this free entry park Enjoy.

4. Croham Hurst Woods

Upper Selsdon Road (also accessible from Croham Manor Road), Croydon CR2 7BL England http://www.croydon.gov.uk/leisure/parksandopenspaces/parksatoz/croham-hurst-and-plans-for-the-future
Excellent
71%
Good
29%
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Croham Hurst Woods

5. St Michael’s Church

7 Poplar Walk, Croydon CR0 1UA England https://stmichaelscroydon.com/
Excellent
55%
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45%
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4.5 based on 11 reviews

St Michael’s Church

Reviewed By Grigeli - Zurich, Switzerland

A lovely place where you can find calmness in a noisy city. Sometimes you can listen to organ recitals on Wednesday, you may check the website of the Church. The organ is quite beautiful.

6. Art & Craft CR0

46 Surrey Street Surrey Street Market, Croydon CR0 1RJ England +44 20 8686 3014 https://www.facebook.com/artandcraftcr0/
Excellent
82%
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6%
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4.5 based on 17 reviews

Art & Craft CR0

Reviewed By PJGM88 - Croydon, United Kingdom

Great place - the beer selection always changes and the members of staff are extremely friendly. Always a pleasure to pop in for a pint or two.

7. Selsdon Wood Nature Reserve

Main entrance off Old Farleigh Road, Croydon CR0 9HU England +44 20 8726 6900 [email protected] https://www.croydon.gov.uk/leisure/parksandopenspaces/parksatoz/selsdon-wood-nature-reserve
Excellent
67%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
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11%
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4.5 based on 9 reviews

Selsdon Wood Nature Reserve

Reviewed By AndytheBike - Croydon, United Kingdom

Access is also available from Courtwood Rise - it's a bit of a climb, though. Lovely woods, varied throughout the year, birdsong everywhere, lots of paths to explore.

8. Addington Hills

Shirley Hills Road, Croydon England
Excellent
60%
Good
40%
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4.5 based on 10 reviews

Addington Hills

Reviewed By ochre8 - London, United Kingdom

It is a great place for a dog walk with numerous paths and lovely woodland and hills. In some of the areas you can't hear the roads. There's plenty of parking and also a Chinese restaurant

9. Museum Of Croydon

Central Library 1 Croydon Clocktower Katharine Street, Croydon CR9 1ET England +44 20 8253 1022 [email protected] http://www.museumofcroydon.com/
Excellent
41%
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40%
Satisfactory
15%
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3%
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4.0 based on 118 reviews

Museum Of Croydon

Reviewed By RuthieG68 - London, United Kingdom

I visited the museum because it has captain Sensibles' beret, as part of a popular culture/local hero's exhibition. The museum also houses some very beautiful examples of Chinese pottery. I was very surprised. I first went in 1998 and my most recent visit was pleasant. A nice cafe and excellent pub next door.

10. Croydon Minster

Church Street, Croydon CR0 1RN England http://www.croydonminster.org/
Excellent
45%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
4%
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2%
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4.0 based on 47 reviews

Croydon Minster

Reviewed By Pronto1_11 - Croydon, United Kingdom

None of your happy, clappy, its good traditional worship and of your just coming for a viewing experience then make sure there is a guide available before you come. There really is a lot of history here, so, please dont steal the roof again!

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