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Purley Food Hub – February 2024

Please support the Purley Food Hub throughout February. Thank you.  Purley Food Hub is an emergency food bank that helps local people in crisis. It was set up in January 2013 by Churches Together in Purley & Kenley and became a registered charity with elected Trustees in July 2013. Since then it has provided over 250,000

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Access & Safety

Urgent Feedback Requested: Parking Changes in Purley

Dear Purley Residents, We need your valuable input! The recent implementation of the Ringgo parking system on Purley High Street and Whytecliffe Road South is under review, and your feedback is crucial. It’s understood that due to contractual obligations, the transition to Ringgo was rapid. However, concerns have been raised about its accessibility. Particularly, the

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Purley Precinct Closure Crisis

Purley Precinct Closure Crisis: Local Economy on Brink as Businesses Plead for Action Urgent Call for Action: Prolonged Closure of Downlands Precinct Severely Impacting Purley Businesses The continuous closure of the Downlands Precinct, a vital walkthrough connecting Brighton Road and High Street in Purley, has created an unsustainable situation for local businesses. Since the ceiling

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RingGo Trial for Purley

The following is a message from Jayne Rusbatch – Head of Highways and Parking High Street Purley and Whytecliffe Road South cashless parking trial In support of the council’s ambitions for supporting the economic vibrancy of town centres and high streets, we are trialling plans to improve parking availability in Whytecliffe Road South and High

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Business engagement

Old Crocks in Purley

It’s that fabulous time of year again on Sunday (remember, remember the 5th of November), when Purley is proud to welcome the RM Sotheby’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run en route to Brighton. Pop down to give the participants a warm Purley welcome along the Brighton Road. Meet with family and friends, have breakfast

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Business engagement

Purley Christmas Market

SAVE THE DATE Purley BID is hosting the Purley Christmas Market on Saturday 25th November, from 12-4pm, at 50 High Street, Purley, CR8 2AA. With plenty of food, arts & crafts stalls and entertainment, there will be something for everyone. Start the Christmas festivities, see the Christmas lights and come together in Purley.

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Business engagement

Paint Purley Purple

PAINT PURLEY PURPLE Have you wondered why Purley has turned purple? The South East Cancer Help Centre is raising awareness and funds so that they can continue to help those affected by cancer. They aim to provide access to counselling, support groups, complementary therapies and other activities to any person affected by cancer, an opportunity

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Business engagement

Purley Fountain – Annual Service and Clean

Thank you to Clearwater Ponds & Landscaping for a fantastic job of servicing and cleaning the Purley Fountain for us. It’s amazing how much it’s missed when it’s not working! The Fountain looks lovely in the Library Garden which is beautifully maintained by volunteers. The Fountain was restored by Purley BID in 2021 . See more details here: https://purleybid.co.uk/…/purley-fountain-officially…/

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Access & Safety

Purley BID Community Litter Pick

A huge thank you to everyone that came along to support the Purley BID Community Litter Pick. An amazing amount of litter was bagged up and graffiti removed around Purley, in just a couple of hours. Great team work. Keep an eye on our socials for the date of the next event.

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Business engagement

Purley Community Festival

Saturday 9th September, from 12-8pm and Sunday 10th September, from 11am-6pm. The Purley Community Festival will be a vibrant celebration of local culture, talent, and community spirit. The inaugural Purley Community Festival is part of the This is Croydon, London Borough of Culture programme of events.  Set against the picturesque backdrop of the Rotary Field

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