How things have changed – Carshalton High Street in 2008
*Historical* It was 17 years ago that the traditional high street was beginning to change, and these photos show a turning point. The independent shoe shop had recently closed, but the greengrocers and butchers were still hanging on. Do you wish it was like it again, or do you remember any of these places? It’s […]
The most intact fighter airfield from WW2
If you’re looking for a short, scenic walk steeped in history, the 2-mile circular trail around RAF Kenley Airfield is a perfect choice. Located near Coulsdon on the border of Surrey in south London, this former World War II fighter station played a key role during the Battle of Britain. Walking the perimeter path, you’ll […]
A close look at the Carshalton Coat of Arms
This is Carshalton’s very own coat of arms. It used to take pride of place in the offices of the Carshalton Urban District Council. At this time they were located at The Grove. But what do all these symbols mean? Secret Carshalton has compiled a quick and handy interactive guide so you can be in […]
Chocolate thieves ransack M&S garage in Carshalton
*News* These were the sweet and chocolate shelves yesterday evening at the BP Garage in Carshalton Road, Sutton. According to staff at the M&S Food store, thieves have been back more than once. They are in groups of 3 or 4 people each time. As of last night, the rows and rows of chocolate and […]
The Cure’s obscure FIRST album was recorded LIVE in Carshalton
The Cure is an internationally popular band whose hits include Friday I’m In Love, and Just Like Heaven. Lead singer Robert Smith is the only member to have been in the band from the beginning, and he recently appeared on stage with Olivia Rodrigo at Glastonbury 2025. Formed in 1976, the band first became known […]
Carshalton Motor Cycle Club used to meet at the old Fox and Hounds
Start your engines, it’s time for some local history! Carshalton Motor Cycle Club began in 1924, riding the wave of interest in a new sport connected to these two-wheeled wonders. The badge above is dated 1950, and the club still uses the same logo to this day. There are now many motorcycle clubs across the […]
Britain’s Best Beer Brewed in Beddington
*News* On the edge of the borough of Sutton is a brewery and tap room belonging to Anspach and Hobday. ‘London Black’, likened to Guinness, has topped the ‘We Are Beer’s Top 50 UK Beer 2025 list‘. The awards recognise the best beers across the UK, and the people behind it organise the London Craft […]
Prince Edward returns to Sutton to visit the YourSpace community garden
*News* The Duke of Edinburgh visited YourSpace in Cheam on Saturday 26 July. Prince Edward has been the Patron of the London Gardens Society since 2022. He met with garden volunteers, as well as the Alzheimer’s Support Group, Tennyson Care Home residents, DofE award participants, and others. The YourSpace project opened in 2014, bringing an […]
🤣 A selection of road signs swallowed by hedges
*News* OK well not quite swallowed, perhaps ‘engulfed’. As the warm and occasionally wet summer rolls on, our vegetation takes on a wild nature. In celebration, here’s a selection of local road signs surrounded by greenery. It’s lovely to see the colours and textures, and it’s good to see people have made an effort to […]