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The Life and Times of Winston Churchill

Join Volunteer Andy for a talk about the life of Winston Churchill, exploring his highs and lows.

Wed 22 JulBiggin Hill Memorial Museum(1.3mi)

via Biggin Hill Memorial MuseumLocal gem

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Site manager's tour of Langley Vale Wood

Join our site manager for a guided tour of Langley Vale Wood and discover how we manage this unique landscape.

Wed 22 JulGreat Church Wood(3.7mi)

via Great Church WoodLocal gem

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Wednesday Club Session

Croydon Petanque Club is being delightfully mysterious about Wednesday Club Session. Consider our curiosity piqued. Yours too, hopefully.

Wed 22 JulCroydon Petanque Club(4.3mi)

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Exercise Group

Exercise Group is happening at Woodside Baptist Church. We've got the when and where — their site has the why and the how much.

Wed 22 JulWoodside Baptist Church(4.3mi)

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Home group - Lounge

We found this gem on Woodside Baptist Church's website. Home group - Lounge — sounds like it could be a cracker, doesn't it?

Wed 22 JulWoodside Baptist Church(4.3mi)

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Disclosure Day

2026 | USA | 145 min Wednesday 22 July at 5.30pm

Wed 22 JulDavid Lean Cinema(5mi)

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Likely freeCommunity

Dementia, Art & Joy

Together we’ll make art and joy! Join us every fortnight for free art sessions for people living with dementia and their carers- explore the Croydon Art Collection, create and experience joy together. How do you book a place? Use our ' Sign Up ' form to be placed on our email list. Staff will

Wed 22 JulMuseum of Croydon(5mi)

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Arts & CultureHistory & Heritage

Summer Craft Club

Join us every week for a new creating craft inspired by the Museum of Croydon & Croydon Archive collections! Taking place every Wednesday afternoon and Friday morning for the duration of the summer holidays. Please note we have a limited capacity and all activities will be first-come-first

Wed 22 JulMuseum of Croydon(5mi)

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Mayhem 2026 - Volunteers

We will again be running our wonderful holiday club for up to 200 primary school children - and need your help. We need over 100 volunteers to run this - so please do help if you can. From previous experience, everybody involved has had a really wonderful week. The dates for 2025 are Wednesday 22nd - Friday 24th July + Sunday 26th If you are able to help during some or all of the Mayhem week, please let us know which dates you can help, and how you would like to be involved. There are all sorts of ways you can help. There is one training session coming up. Please put this in your diary: Training, Team, Vision Final Set-Up & Practicalities Evening — Date: Thursday, 16th July, 7:30-9pm in the Centre — Aim: Cover the details, practicalities, policies. Cover the vision and spiritual programme, meet your teams, pray for the week, safeguarding. Any questions? Thanks so much for helping to make this a fabulous week for the children who will be coming, The Mayhem Team

Wed 22 Jul09:15Code Ninjas(4.3mi)

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Pirate Mayhem

Pirate Mayhem is here! Come join us for music, games, drama, art, sport, media and GUNGE! We'll sail the seven seas and meet the great captain Jesus. Open to all primary school aged children, Reception to year 6! Places will be limited so do book in early. Dates and times: — 9.15am-1pm Wednesday 22nd July to Friday 24th July. — 10-11:30am Sunday 26th July - final session in church for children & parent/carers to enjoy the final instalment together. Any questions? Please get in touch via if you have any questions or queries. Otherwise please go to the tickets section below to sign-up your child(ren). Important: We don't want cost to be an obstacle to anyone coming to Mayhem. Please contact if that will be an issue for you, we really want you to come. The Mayhem Team

Wed 22 Jul09:15Code Ninjas(4.3mi)

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CCBaby&Toddlers

CCBaby&Toddlers Wednesdays, term time 9:45am to 11:15am ** Booking is essential for toddler group ** Our Baby & Toddlers groups offer a safe and welcoming environment to which parents/carers bring their children, offering everyone the opportunity to make new friends and relax in friendly and supportive surroundings. Toys are provided as are refreshments for the adults, but we are asking you to bring your child's own drink. We meet each Wednesday morning from 9:45am to 11:15am during school term-time. It is essential that you book for the toddler group, as places are strictly limited. Babies do not need to book. Entrance £3.00 per child. To book, sign-up below. Bookings open at 2:00pm on the Wednesday before. If you cannot make the session, please cancel your booking, so that others can book. If you have up to 2 children you can make one booking. However, if you have 3 or more children please make additional bookings for these together with additional adults names. If you would like more information, please contact / https://christchurchbeckenham.churchsuite.com/events/71q0am90

Wed 22 Jul09:45Christchurch Church of England(4.6mi)

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2026-07-22 10:00 - Adventure Tots

Time: Wednesday, 22 July 2026 at 10:00Details: We meet during term time in the church sanctuary. / Wednesdays only. Location: Church BuildingPostcode: CR2 8LL

Wed 22 Jul11:00Selsdon Baptist Church(2.9mi)

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Adventure Tots

Time: Wednesday, 22 July 2026 at 10:00Details: We meet during term time in the church sanctuary. / Wednesdays only. Location: Church BuildingPostcode: CR2 8LL

Wed 22 Jul11:00Selsdon Baptist Church(2.9mi)

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Shahadat Imam Hasan (as) – Ladies Only

Ladies Morning Majlis by Zakira Masuma Hassan @ 10.30 am

Wed 22 Jul11:30Hyderi Islamic Centre(1.7mi)

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2026-07-22 13:00 - Knitting Club

Time: Wednesday, 22 July 2026 at 13:00Details: Come and join our Community Drop-in Knitting Club! We meet during term times every Wednesday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. This engaging group knits for Special Care Baby Units at various hospitals and works on exciting community projects. Whether you're a seasoned knitter or just starting out, you'll find a warm welcome and a chance to make a difference.Location: Crofton Baptist ChurchPostcode: BR5 1HD

Wed 22 Jul14:00Crofton Baptist Church(4mi)

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Knitting Club

Wed 22 Jul14:00Crofton Baptist Church(4mi)

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2026-07-22 15:00 - T @ 3

Time: Wednesday, 22 July 2026 at 15:00Details: is a monthly social gathering which does what it says on the tin!Location: Church BuildingPostcode: CR2 8LL

Wed 22 Jul16:00Selsdon Baptist Church(2.9mi)

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Venues with events near Layhams

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Selsdon Baptist Church2.9 miles away Biggin Hill Memorial Museum1.3 miles away Hyderi Islamic Centre1.7 miles away

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Greater London, England

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