Places to see in ( Croydon - UK )
Places to see in ( Croydon - UK )
Croydon is a large town in south London, England, 9.5 miles south of Charing Cross. The principal settlement in the London Borough of Croydon, Croydon is one of the largest commercial districts outside Central London, with an extensive shopping district and night-time economy.
Croydon expanded in the Middle Ages as a market town and a centre for charcoal production, leather tanning and brewing. The Surrey Iron Railway from Croydon to Wandsworth opened in 1803 and was the world's first public railway. Later nineteenth century railway building facilitated Croydon's growth as a commuter town for London. By the early 20th century, Croydon was an important industrial area, known for car manufacture, metal working and Croydon Airport. In the mid 20th century these sectors were replaced by retailing and the service economy, brought about by massive redevelopment which saw the rise of office blocks and the Whitgift Centre, the largest shopping centre in London until 2008. Croydon was amalgamated into Greater London in 1965.
Croydon lies on a transport corridor between central London and the south coast of England, to the north of two gaps in the North Downs, one followed by the A23 Brighton Road through Purley and Merstham and the main railway line and the other by the A22 from Purley to the M25 Godstone interchange. Road traffic is diverted away from a largely pedestrianised town centre, mostly consisting of the North End. East Croydon is a major hub of the national railway transport system, with frequent fast services to central London, Brighton and the south coast. The town is unique in Greater London for its Tramlink light rail transport system.
Alot to see in ( Croydon - UK ) such as :
Museum of Croydon
Croydon Clocktower
Queen's Gardens
Addington Hills
Down House
Crystal Palace Dinosaurs
Selhurst Park
Wandle Park
Battle of Britain Monument, London
Farthing Downs
South Norwood Country Park
Lloyd Park
High Elms Country Park
Croydon Road Recreation Ground
Mitcham Common
Ravensbury Park
Honeywood Museum
Grangewood Park
Beddington Park
Ashburton Park
Happy Valley Park
GO Zorbing London
Lavender Park
Wilderness Island
Figges Marsh
Grove Park
Westow Park
Poulter Park
Bramley Bank
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London Districts: Croydon
This episode traverses the district of 'Croydon' through a visual tour with some light history as a commentary and some area recommendations.
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Croydon is in the London Borough of Croydon spread across both London and Surrey. It's a large town directly to the south of central London in the midst of Bromley, Thornton Heath, Mitcham and Carshalton.
Originally a mediaeval market town, Croydon was the go-to place for the valuable Saffron spice and its place name is believed to be derived from this.
Croydon boasts a large shopping complex in the shape of the Centrale and the Whitgift Centre which was the largest shopping centre in London until 2008.
This Greater London town is distinctive for its TfL Tramlink light rail transport system. Croydon's version of the DLR. It began operating in 2000 as the first London tram system since 1952. All 17 miles of it are now included on the London Tube Map.
The council seems to have given tacit approval of an arts quarter over the last few years. Dozens of striking murals are emerging on walls, shutters and fences around the town centre as part of the 2015 Croydon Mural Project which has produced over 100 murals to date.
Croydon College is a further education college established in 1868 offering BTEC Diplomas, NVQs, A levels and entry level courses. For the last few years, it has maintained an Ofsted rating of 'good'. The BRIT School for performing arts and technology also lives in Croydon and has birthed a slew of notable actors and musicians.
Recently, the popular food, retail and club outlet, Boxpark, forged out of shipping containers, opened a venue in East Croydon. It has revitalised the night life and trendy image among younger punters.
The town is expected to see further changes through its Vision 2020 urban planning initiative which aims on promoting Croydon as a hub of living, retailing, culture and business with £3.5 billion committed to development projects.
The Shirley Windmill has had its fair share of life tribulations. Its been abandoned, set on fire, replaced, eaten by birds, struck by lightning, had limbs broken off and was listed for sale in the paper as an April fool's joke by school pupils in 1971.
In 1803, Croydon opened the worlds first public railway. The Surrey Iron Railway ran from Croydon to Wandsworth to facilitate the area into becoming a growing commuter town.
Today, East Croydon station is one of the U.K.’s busiest non-terminal train stations. Additionally, the large town has a West and South Croydon station but is absent of a North Croydon. There is an express train to Gatwick airport; just one replacement of the now defunct Croydon international airport, which was also the U.K.’s first. It introduced a control tower along with air-traffic control to the world after the first world war.
Neighbouring the station is the iconic 50p building, or as it is properly known, number One Croydon. Completed in 1970, it has 27 multi angular storeys stacked up to a height of 269 feet.
Saffron Square tower is currently Croydon's tallest building at 440 feet and recently won a unique architectural prize for the ugliest building in the UK. A new skyscraper is set to be built at nearly 800 feet. This will exceed the height of One Canada Square in Canary Wharf to become the U.K.’s second tallest building behind The Shard and the highest residential block.
The Fairfield halls arts, entertainment and conference centre opened in 1962. It has hosted The Beatles, Stevie Wonder, Queen, Pink Floyd and was a setting in the Da Vinci Code film.
Aside from the modern development, Croydon preserves several older structures like the Croydon minster, Addington Palace to the south and Croydon Palace; traditionally the summer residence of the arch bishop of Canterbury for over 500 years.
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Folkestone Tourist Attractions: 15 Top Places to Visit
Planning to visit Folkestone? Check out our Folkestone Travel Guide video and see top most Tourist Attractions in Folkestone.
Top Places to visit in Folkestone:
Lower Leas Coastal Park, Kent Battle of Britain Museum, The Leas Promenade, Sandgate Beach, Folkestone Harbour Arm, Sunny Sands, Elham Valley Line Trust Countryside Centre & Railway Museum, East Cliff and Warren Country Park, World War One Memorial Arch, Eurotunnel Le Shuttle, Kingsnorth Gardens, Quarterhouse, The Leas Bandstand, Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe, The Tower Theatre
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Places to see in ( Morden - UK )
Places to see in ( Morden - UK )
Morden is a district in the London Borough of Merton, England, 8 miles South-southwest of central London between Merton Park and Wimbledon to the north, Mitcham to the east, Sutton to the south and Worcester Park to the west. Morden had a population of 48,233 in 2011, including the wards of Cannon Hill, Lower Morden, Merton Park, Ravensbury and St Helier.
Morden might get its name either from the British language words Mawr (great or large) and Dun (a fort), or possibly The Town on the Moor. Human activity in Morden dates back to the Iron age period when Celtic tribes are known to have occupied areas around Wimbledon, but the first significant development in Morden was the construction of the Roman road called Stane Street from Chichester to London.
The route of Stane Street through Morden followed the current A24, London Road up Stonecot Hill from the south west crossing Morden Park to the west of the current dual carriageway road and passing through the pitch and putt golf course and the grounds of St Lawrence's Church. The road then descended the other side of the hill towards the town centre passing west of the Underground station and crossing the north corner of Morden Hall Park heading in the direction of Colliers Wood and Tooting. Small Roman artifacts, mainly coins and pottery, have been found at various locations within the area although there is no evidence of any settlement.
Ethelstan the Etheling, son of Ethelred the Unready, left land at Mordune to the abbey of Christ and St. Peter in his will of 1015, which became the site of the first Saxon parish church of St Lawrence. In 1086, the Domesday Book recorded the manor as Mordone, part of Wallington Hundred. It was held by Westminster Abbey and its assets were: 3 hides; 1 mill worth £2 and 7 ploughs. It rendered £15. in total. Fourteen people were recorded as living in the area.
Despite London's suburban expansion, a little of the earlier rural nature of Morden has survived; for instance several grand period buildings remain, especially within Morden's parks. The area retains a good provision of parks and green spaces, many of them created from former country estates. The 125 acre Morden Hall Park is of particular note and is run by the National Trust (see below). Its main entrance is only a quarter-of-a-mile from Morden Underground Station.
The largest building in the town centre is Crown House, sixties-built and 14 storeys tall; designed in 1959 by A. Green ARIBA and built between 1960 and 1962. The concave frontage of the building lends it some distinction, as does the chessboard style juxtaposition of its light and dark facade features. It incorporated the Crown public house, on which site part of the building covered. The building is home to Merton Council's Civic Centre and a large adjoining library.
The Bait'ul Futuh Mosque, the largest mosque in Western Europe, built by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community. Morden Hall Park is a key feature of the Morden area with large, period buildings located within its boundaries. Morden Park, another park containing a period building of note. St Lawrence Church, Morden. St Lawrence Church is the Church of England parish church for Morden.
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Tel Aviv Vlog: Florentin Hidden Gems (Best Instagrammable Spots!)
Tel Aviv, Israel has so many amazing places to check out that most tourists don't know about, that's what I'm here for! To help you discover new and fun places!
Today we are visiting a neighborhood in Tel Aviv (TLV) called Florentin.
The first spot is Neve Tzedek known for being the first Jewish neighborhood in Tel Aviv and was created in the late 1800's. It was and still is an artist district where poets, writers, painter and musicians lived at and still do today. There is a world famous dance school in the area, lots of cafes, fashion boutiques, lounges, jewelry shops and more. Great place to get those Instagram photos because of the gorgeous European like architecture. Total Boho vibes here.
Then we are off to our second spot called Mitcham HaTachana which is just a short walk from the Neve Tzedek.
In Mitcham HaTachana also known as the old train station of Tel Aviv/Jaffa you will find similar vibes, art galleries, cafes, shops, lounges, ice cream shops. The main difference is that this location is far fancier and the other one is more boho style.
After a walk I take you to one of my favorite places, Vicky, Christina, followed by a vegan lunch at Cafe Greg.
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Relive memories, or create now ones – Make Tramore your ‘must see’ location for Summer 2016!
Whether you’re visiting for a day, a weekend or a week, there is something for everyone to enjoy in Tramore! Sandy beach, buckets and spades, ice creams, amusements, chips on the promenade. What more could any family wish for? Well guess what – there’s even more family fun to be found in Tramore….
Did you know that Tramore is Ireland’s best know seaside resort? Famous for its 5km of golden, sandy beach surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, the panorama of Tramore Bay is truly magnificent. It blends natural beauty with a lovely traditional seaside town feel. Tramore Beach is very popular with families with the long, rolling waves attracting swimmers and of course, surfers alike. Surf lessons and equipment are available locally while sailing lessons and sea kayaking are other activities which can be experienced.
Tramore beach is also popular for beach angling. The estuary flowing into the back strand has produced a number of specimen flounder and bass in recent years.
The beach has received the International Blue Flag award for 2015.
Tramore Amusement Park is a fifty acre wonderland situated along the seafront in Tramore. The Park carries a vast range of Spectacular Amusements including a gigantic Ferris Wheel, The Classic Mega Spin Waltzer, The Extreme Afterburner, The Crazy Mouse Spinning Roller Coaster and The Super Paratrooper.
Located within a safe secure family environment, Tramore Amusement Park boasts a huge array of entertainment to keep everybody happy.
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7 unmissable local places in Tooting | Area guides | Time Out London
We went on a tour of Tooting, south London with Time Out Tastemaker Annette Boateng. Have you visited local gems like Tooting Market and Tooting Library? Or maybe you're a foodie that would love Milk Teeth, Dip 'n' Flip or Mud Cafe? Take a look at our Tooting area guide if you're planning on visiting what Vogue calls 'one of the world's most fashionable districts'.