Croydon’s New Addington Deserves Better Than Depressing Title

Some people think Croydon is depressing. iLiveHere.com said New Addington is the worst. Problems like crime can make an area seem bad. But, Croydon has cool things many people miss. It boasts culture and pretty scenery. Here are five great things about Croydon.

Wandle Park is a big, green space with fun stuff to do outside. You can find gardens and a skate park there; there is also space just for kids. It sits by the Wandle River, and the tram stops right there. Community gardens grow flowers and food. Summer events bring people together.

Oxygen Freejumping has lots of trampolines. You can play dodgeball with your friends and jump super high and dunk. Find it on Purley Way at the Colonnades. It opens daily from 9am to 6pm.

Boxpark is a food place with many choices. You can get burgers or Taiwanese food; they also have sweets and tasty snacks too. The Sidemen opened their own chicken place there, called Sides. Boxpark is great for any meal with pals.

Selhurst Park is where Crystal Palace plays; football fans should visit it. They will build a new stand in August 2024. This will make the stadium better, adding seats. Watching a game is fun for sports fans, and you can also explore the club’s history.

Fun House is a bar for adults offering games and dancing. You can play beer pong and table tennis and even enjoy an adult ball pit. Arcade games and bingo are also available. The music is from the 90s! It opens only on Friday and Saturday, from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m.