Tag Archives: Haling Grove

Arson, vandalism, neglect: our parks abandoned to their fate

The ill-informed and tiresome calls from the borough’s third-rate politicians of “cut the grass” ignores modern and ecologically sound approaches to the maintenance of our parks and public open spaces. “No mow May” is a thing, and has been shown … Continue reading

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Council gardeners are now an endangered species in Croydon

CROYDON COMMENTARY: While the new Mayor announces the restoration of some services, such as the graffiti-cleaning team, other parts of the fabric of the borough are still vanishing, like red-list endangered species, in this year’s £38m round of cut-backs. PETER … Continue reading

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Friends of Haling Grove dog show, South Croydon, Jul 13

FRIENDS OF HALING GROVE Haling Grove Dog Show, Saturday July 13, 3pm to 5pm All dogs welcome. All welcome, with or without dogs. Come and enjoy the park. Various classes: Best fancy dress; Fastest dog and owner; Star quality.

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Tots’ Tales Story Time in the Park, various venues, Jul 23-29

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Haling Grove Dog Show, South Croydon, Jul 7

Friends of Haling Grove present 2018 HALING GROVE DOG SHOW Saturday July 7, 3pm to 5pm

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