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Mayor Perry listening to Croydon – 17 July 2026
Mayor Perry reflects on another eventful week, including two new Green Flag awards for our parks and the arrival of two beautiful Grayson Perry tapestries at the Museum of Croydon.
See Grayson Perry’s extraordinary tapestries in Croydon this summer
Two large-scale tapestries by Grayson Perry are on display at the Museum of Croydon until 19 September. Come and experience the work of one of Britain’s most celebrated artists.
School’s out: discover affordable summer fun across Croydon
With the summer holidays just around the corner, here's a round-up of some of the free and low-cost activities for families over the next few months.
Croydon awarded two more Green Flags for the borough’s parks
Croydon has increased its Green Flags to six, building on last year’s success when the borough achieved four Green Flags.
Community artwork celebrating Croydon architecture brings new life to College Square
A new piece of street art in College Square, designed by artist ATMA and delivered by public art specialists Art Streets with support from students at Croydon College, has brought a splash of colour to the area.
Whitgift Centre freehold sale supports town centre regeneration
The North End area will be redeveloped by URW as part of their masterplan framework, which will include shops, culture, public spaces and new homes.

Mayor Perry listening to Croydon – 17 July 2026
Mayor Perry reflects on another eventful week, including two new Green Flag awards for our parks and the arrival of two beautiful Grayson Perry tapestries at the Museum of Croydon.
See Grayson Perry’s extraordinary tapestries in Croydon this summer
Two large-scale tapestries by Grayson Perry are on display at the Museum of Croydon until 19 September. Come and experience the work of one of Britain’s most celebrated artists.
School’s out: discover affordable summer fun across Croydon
With the summer holidays just around the corner, here's a round-up of some of the free and low-cost activities for families over the next few months.
Croydon awarded two more Green Flags for the borough’s parks
Croydon has increased its Green Flags to six, building on last year’s success when the borough achieved four Green Flags.
Community artwork celebrating Croydon architecture brings new life to College Square
A new piece of street art in College Square, designed by artist ATMA and delivered by public art specialists Art Streets with support from students at Croydon College, has brought a splash of colour to the area.
Whitgift Centre freehold sale supports town centre regeneration
The North End area will be redeveloped by URW as part of their masterplan framework, which will include shops, culture, public spaces and new homes.

Mayor Perry listening to Croydon – 17 July 2026
Mayor Perry reflects on another eventful week, including two new Green Flag awards for our parks and the arrival of two beautiful Grayson Perry tapestries at the Museum of Croydon.
See Grayson Perry’s extraordinary tapestries in Croydon this summer
Two large-scale tapestries by Grayson Perry are on display at the Museum of Croydon until 19 September. Come and experience the work of one of Britain’s most celebrated artists.
School’s out: discover affordable summer fun across Croydon
With the summer holidays just around the corner, here's a round-up of some of the free and low-cost activities for families over the next few months.
Croydon awarded two more Green Flags for the borough’s parks
Croydon has increased its Green Flags to six, building on last year’s success when the borough achieved four Green Flags.
Community artwork celebrating Croydon architecture brings new life to College Square
A new piece of street art in College Square, designed by artist ATMA and delivered by public art specialists Art Streets with support from students at Croydon College, has brought a splash of colour to the area.
Whitgift Centre freehold sale supports town centre regeneration
The North End area will be redeveloped by URW as part of their masterplan framework, which will include shops, culture, public spaces and new homes.

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Mayor Perry – listening to Croydon 19 June 2026

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