Temporary Carshalton landmark still standing 120 years later
*Historical* This eye-catching iron structure in Park Lane was known as a ‘tin tabernacle’. Once commonplace, these buildings are increasingly rare to find. Infact according to Historic England, there’s believed to be only 80 buildings like this left across the UK, with just 20 listed. If we’ve peaked your interest, read on to discover more […]
Grand Wallington house once owned by Pre-Raphaelite artist Arthur Hughes
*Historical* Hard to believe this is the only one of Wallington’s large houses to survive intact. This is Wandle Bank. The present building dates from the early 1700s though there’s thought to have been a house on this site for much longer. It was once owned by the Pre-Raphaelite painter Arthur Hughes (pictured here aged […]
The River Wandle helped fund this large georgian house in Wallington
This imposing 3-storey home in Wallington, is at 282 London Road next to Wallington Bridge. It sits alongside the River Wandle. The Wandle helped pay for its construction. Bridge House was mentioned in 1789. “a handsome house built with grey stock-bricks… This house was built a few years ago by Mr.Newton of Merton Abbey. It […]
Harry Hill & Tim Vine’s hilarious heartfelt video message for Cryer Arts crowdfunding appeal
*NEWS* Cryer Arts in Carshalton High Street are looking to futureproof the venue and need to raise £150,000. A popular arts location in South London, it’s hosted over 650 shows and events since re-opening in 2019. Popular comedians Tim Vine and Harry Hill have played at the Cryer Arts several times, and have recorded video […]
Ornate tiles from long-lost shops across Sutton
We’re collecting together in one post, our favourite old shop tiles from across the borough of Sutton, including Carshalton, Wallington and Cheam. We will be updating this with new information as we receive it. Come on a journey with us along miles of tiles… Flowers and bathrooms in Carshalton Firstly, some beautiful old shop tiles […]
Ghost sign revealed in Croydon
United Dairies was formed in 1915, and this looks to be an early sign from that period. Milk was big business at this time, and they had operations across Carshalton, Wallington and Sutton. The building in Stafford Road looks to be circa 1920s in age, and this could be the original sign from when it […]
Full details on the return of the Anne Boleyn statue to Carshalton
*News* Sutton Housing Partnership have just announced when the much-missed Anne Boleyn statue is due to return to her plinth. There will be a grand unveiling on Monday 19 May 2025 at 11am. It will take place at Church Hill in Carshalton village. The statue has been gifted to Sutton Housing Partnership by the family […]
Top 5 reasons why Carshalton is the perfect mix of town and country – on the edge of London
Locals can’t agree whether it’s London or Surrey. In our recent poll of 174 locals, 46% thought it was Surrey, 39% thought London and 15% said both! That confusion perhaps helps explain why Carshalton is considered a perfect mix of town and country – on the edge of London. Here’s our top 5 reasons to […]
Carshalton Pub Crawl Mug celebrates historic anniversary
This illustrated mug highlights all 9 Carshalton pubs still in business, and within easy walking distance of each other. It accompanies the Carshalton Pub Crawl poster and coasters. The mug was created by Lazystuff in 2019, and has now been on sale at the Honeywood museum continuously and exclusively for 6 years. Infact it sold out […]