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Wizz Jones, Croydon’s pioneer of folk music, has died aged 86

He gave lessons to Keith Richards, had Bruce Springsteen cover his songs and was copied by Eric Clapton. His Times obituary described him as a guitarist who ‘should have been superstar’ Wizz Jones, described as one of the seminal musicians … Continue reading

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Centre of excellence serving Croydon’s youth for 80 years

SUNDAY SUPPLEMENT: The Sir Philip Game Centre in Addiscombe is a ground-breaking experiment in crime prevention which has provided access to a range of activities for thousands of youngsters since it opened. DAVID MORGAN recounts its history and some of … Continue reading

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Life drawing for teenagers, Sir Philip Game Centre, from Jul 26

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Addiscombe sports club sets new goals to get the ball rolling

A Paralympic sports club based at the Sir Philip Game Centre in Addiscombe is seeking to recruit new players – including those without disability. Goalball is a team ball game and is the only Paralympic sport specifically designed for the … Continue reading

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Timebridge Centre brings a touch of Banksy to New Addington

Banksy’s coming to New Addington. Well, at least some part of the Bansky-inspired Dismaland exhibit from Weston-super-Mare last year is going on display at the Timebridge Community Centre later this month.

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