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Community

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(1.3mi)

via Code Ninjas

Community

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(1.3mi)

via Code Ninjas

Community

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(3.8mi)

via Christchurch Church of England

Community

Magnolia Club - Drop in for those with dementia and their carers

This group is run in collaboration with Age UK Lambeth. Dementia services are drop-in groups open to anyone affected by dementia, including carers. We offer a range of activities, from arts and crafts to singing, music, and summer day trips. You’ll always find a good chat, a cuppa and lots of laughter! The groups have: No attendance fee No need to book, just drop by Free parking and disabled access Refreshments, fun, companionship and support For more information please or email and ask to speak to someone about the Magnolia clubs. Lines open Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm (closed on weekends and bank holidays).

Wed 22 Jul10:00Christ Church(3.3mi)

via Christ ChurchCurated

Community

Undercover Readers - A top secret trail

It's the Year of Reading, and what better way to get involved than with Undercover Readers - A top secret trail. A fun adventure around the park in search of clues with riddles to solve. Can you crack the riddles and complete the mission? Follow the trail and collect your stamp — plus a special prize (while stocks last). Along the way, step into the Story Den, a cosy hideout filled with books to enjoy and inspire. With our collection of story stones, children can create their own characters, adventures and imaginative tales, shaping stories as bold or as imaginative as they choose. A relaxed and engaging activity for families, budding readers and anyone looking for a little outdoor adventure.

Wed 22 Jul10:00Morden Hall Park(4.4mi)

via Morden Hall Park

Community

Governance Meeting

Time: Wednesday, 22 July 2026 at 09:30Details: Meeting Room 1Location: Purley Baptist ChurchPostcode: CR8 3EA

Wed 22 Jul10:30Purley Cross Centre(2.6mi)

via Purley Cross Centre

Community

2026-07-22 09:30 - Little Fish

Time: Wednesday, 22 July 2026 at 09:30Details: Little Fish is our parent and toddler group for parents, grandparents and carers with babies and children aged 0-4 years. We have a wide range of toys and activities, with a focus on free play. We gather in the middle of the session for a drink and biscuit and Bible story and at the end to sing well-loved songs and nursery rhymes. We ask for a contribution of 3.50 per household towards costs.Location: St John's sitePostcode: SE20 7EQ

Wed 22 Jul10:30St John’s Church, Penge(3.4mi)

via St John’s Church, Penge

Children & Family

Little Fish

Wed 22 Jul10:30St John’s Church, Penge(3.4mi)

via St John’s Church, Penge

Outlook features to manage your busy inbox (Superhighways)

Community

Around £30

Outlook features to manage your busy inbox (Superhighways)

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Wed 22 Jul11:00Waterside Centre(2.4mi)

via Waterside CentreLocal gem

Community

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(2.6mi)

via Selsdon Baptist Church

Community

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(2.6mi)

via Selsdon Baptist Church

Children & Family

Package 1 - Rocket Room: Up to 10 kids

Please read the below before booking a party Cake is not included We are happy for you to use our cake knife, as we know the practicalities of bringing your own but you MUST return it You are NOT permitted to bring any cooking equipment or appliances – this includes any drink warmers, kettles, water heaters and microwaves.

Wed 22 Jul11:00Kiddistop(4.3mi)

via Kiddistop

Children & Family

Package 2 - Birthday Zone: Up to 15 kids

Wed 22 Jul11:00Kiddistop(4.3mi)

via Kiddistop

Henry the Heron's Riverbank Self-Led Trail

Community

Around £2,

Henry the Heron's Riverbank Self-Led Trail

Follow a family‑friendly trail with Henry the Heron who will teach all about the water birds, fish and invertebrates that call the Wandle their home! Follow the sheet and map to discover all the trail points. Lift the flaps to discover more and play with a few extra games along the route. Trail sheets are £2, available to pick up from the Garden Centre and cafes. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this adventure is a great way to enjoy nature and support Morden Hall Park. All proceeds help care for the park, keeping it beautiful for everyone, forever.

Wed 22 Jul11:00Morden Hall Park(4.4mi)

via Morden Hall Park

Community

Become a Ranger for a day

Spend the day volunteering with the Rangers at Morden Hall Park. You'll be helping to look after the Park for people and nature. Lunch provided. For more details and to sign up

Wed 22 Jul11:00Morden Hall Park(4.4mi)

via Morden Hall Park

Arts & Culture

A little walk on the Wild Side Art Exhibition by Stephen Bushe

This exhibition is inspired by walks in Morden Hall Park and along the River Wandle. It celebrates the importance and sheer joy of spending time in our wild spaces. This ancient green haven, recorded in the Domesday Book, is now an urban oasis, brimming with iconic trees, wetlands, hay meadows and abundant wildlife, including herons, water voles, banded demoiselles and, on occasion, sparrowhawks. There is a real sense of wildness, rejuvenation and wonder to be found here. In my own wild way, I have attempted to capture the essence of this special place. My artistic approach is expressive and abstract, using gestural brushstrokes, bright colours, splashes and drips to evoke the movement, mood and sounds of the park. My hope is that these paintings inspire you to veer off the beaten track and notice the places where buildings meet branches, reedbeds touch the sky and windblown seeds find a home amongst the sedge and brambles. The exhibition features around 27 original paintings, mostly acrylic on canvas, alongside handmade cards created using leaf stencils from leaves gathered in the park. All artworks are available to purchase. As a long-term Merton resident, I regularly return to Morden Hall Park to escape, rejuvenate and continue exploring its unique sense of wilderness through paint.

Wed 22 Jul11:00Morden Hall Park(4.4mi)

via Morden Hall Park

Likely freeArts & Culture

Free Exhibition

Free Exhibitions | Activities | Community | Events | Heritage Located in the lower ground of Canons House; the Sharing Space is dedicated exploring what makes Canons House and Grounds a special place. It is a mixed-use space, consisting primarily of 3 exhibition areas, for local artists and the community to share creative projects together. Here you will also find the Heritage interpretation including the historical timeline for the House & Grounds.

Wed 22 Jul11:00Abbotsbury Road Market(4.6mi)

via Abbotsbury Road MarketCurated

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Venues with events near South Croydon

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Code Ninjas1.3 miles away Selsdon Baptist Church2.6 miles away Waterside Centre2.4 miles away

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