Tag Archives: Edgar Browne

Minster carvings recall ancient traditions of The Green Man

Posted on March 17, 2024 by insidecroydon

SUNDAY SUPPLEMENT: Has there been an outbreak of paganism in the pews of Croydon’s oldest church? Spring’s in the air as DAVID MORGAN investigates Visitors to Croydon Minster are often amazed at the detail in the wooden carvings on the … Continue reading →

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The 550-year rise and fall of Croydon’s annual Walnut Fair

Posted on February 25, 2024 by insidecroydon

SUNDAY SUPPLEMENT: The account of life in Croydon written by the son of Charles Dickens’ illustrator offers fascinating details into a long-forgotten annual festival on the ‘Fair Field’, as DAVID MORGAN explains “Try your hand at the Lucky Bag!” “Walk … Continue reading →

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