Please see the information below from the Council regarding bin collection dates over the festive period and tips on recycling. Recycling News - December 2025 There will be a kerbside collection of real Christmas trees again this year. Put outside your property by 6am on Monday 6th January and it will be collected within a … Continue reading Bin Collection Dates over Christmas
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Pantomine – Robin Hood – performed by Sanderstead Dramatic Club
“Robin Hood” 11th – 18th January 2025 A traditional pantomime featuring Robin Hood and his Merry Men battling the evil Sheriff of Nottingham, along with the Sheriff’s nephew and niece, whom he plans to dispose of to seize their fortune. Plus, of course, there’s Maid Marian, whom both Robin and the Sheriff are competing for … Continue reading Pantomine – Robin Hood – performed by Sanderstead Dramatic Club
Mince Pies and Mulled Wine at Abbeyfield, Sanderstead, Tuesday 17th December, 6.30pm
Join Abbeyfield House for an evening of Christmas Cheer. 'Songsation' will provide the evenings entertainment with a range of Christmas Carols and Songs. Please call 020 8768 3737 or email afldsan@tiscali.co.uk if you would like to attend. Everyone welcome. Abbeyfield House, 2 Beechwood Road, CR2 0AA, is a registered charity who provide sheltered residential accommodation … Continue reading Mince Pies and Mulled Wine at Abbeyfield, Sanderstead, Tuesday 17th December, 6.30pm
Cantilena Singers Christmas Concert – Thursday 12th December, 7.30pm
Join the Cantilena Singers at their free Christmas Concert at All Saints' Church, Onslow Gardens, CR2 9AB. Parking is available at the church. This free concert will have refreshments and a raffle. The Cantilena Singers are collecting contributions for the Purley Food Hub, please visit their webiste http://www.purleyfoodhub.net to see what they need. THere will … Continue reading Cantilena Singers Christmas Concert – Thursday 12th December, 7.30pm
St Mary’s Christmas Tree Festival – 6th and 7th December
St Mary's Church in Purley Oaks Road are once again organising a Christmas Tree Festival. Friday 6th December from 2.30pm to 9pm and Saturday 7th December from 10am to 6pm The London Jazz Orchestra will be there are 7pm on Saturday 7th. Come and see enchanting trees, delightful stalls, enjoy fabulous entertainment and tasty Christmas … Continue reading St Mary’s Christmas Tree Festival – 6th and 7th December
Sanderstead Christmas Lights Switch on by Santa
Last night Santa came on his sleigh to switch on the Sanderstead Christmas Lights. There was a slight delay as he didn't press the button firmly enough but they did come on eventually! It was lovely to see so many families enjoying the event despite the weather and we are very grateful to Paul Meakin … Continue reading Sanderstead Christmas Lights Switch on by Santa
Library Services Update – including free shuttle bus to Selsdon on Wednesdays
We have received the following library service update from the library team at Croydon Council. The library service is changing to a model with fewer library buildings which will be open full time, and provision of activities and books in other local venues. Residents in Sanderstead can use library services at any other Croydon Library … Continue reading Library Services Update – including free shuttle bus to Selsdon on Wednesdays
Arts and Crafts Workshops at The Hive
Give the Gift of Creativity This Holiday Season Looking for a unique and meaningful gift that will truly inspire? Look no further than a Hive Design Studio Gift Card! Perfect for anyone who loves to create, learn, and explore their artistic side, our gift cards make it easy to give the gift of creativity. New for … Continue reading Arts and Crafts Workshops at The Hive
Santa will be visiting Sanderstead from Monday 2nd December but before that he will switch on our Christmas Lights outside Paul Meakin, Limpsfield Road on Saturday 30th November (see earlier post for details)
Santa will be visiting throughout December, the dates and areas follow So don’t miss out make sure you and your little chums see Santa this year. Farmfields - Mon 2/12 Farmfields, Woodfields, Windings, Sundown, Onslow Gdns, Blacksmiths, Sanderstead Court, Lime Meadow.Chapel View - Wed 11/12 Chapel View (outside shops), Croham Valley Rd (from Chestnut Grove … Continue reading Santa will be visiting Sanderstead from Monday 2nd December but before that he will switch on our Christmas Lights outside Paul Meakin, Limpsfield Road on Saturday 30th November (see earlier post for details)
Sanderstead Library closed it’s doors at 6pm on Friday 8th November – what a sad day
We, that is four committee members and Councillor Helen Redfern, went to the library yesterday afternoon with some wine and crisps to toast the incredible library staff and thank them for all their hard work. Despite being the last day the library was as usual a hub of activity with people coming and going plus … Continue reading Sanderstead Library closed it’s doors at 6pm on Friday 8th November – what a sad day
Sanderstead Residents' Association 