Whyteleafe named one of UK's best budget commuter towns
Discover Whyteleafe, a Surrey commuter town on the Croydon border with homes averaging £335k. Enjoy 35-minute trains to Clapham and the Surrey Hills AONB. Explore your ideal move today.
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Eurostar 'turn up and go' aims for 15-minute check-in
A major £100m overhaul at London St Pancras promises to transform Eurostar travel, cutting pre-departure waits to just 15 minutes and ending the cramped 'holding pen' experience.
Seaham gets first direct trains to London
The coastal town of Seaham is set for a historic rail link to London King's Cross, slashing journey times. Find out about the new services and cheap advance fares.
Croydon Christmas bin collection changes confirmed
Croydon Council announces revised bin collection dates over Christmas and New Year, plus details for Christmas tree recycling. Find your new collection day here.
Burst pipe floods London station, rail chaos until Christmas Eve
Major rail disruption on key London route after burst water pipe submerges tracks at Rye House. No trains between Liverpool Street and Hertford East until Dec 24.
Killer jailed for fatal supermarket slap in Beckenham
Demiesh Williams sentenced to over five years for manslaughter after fatal attack on Andrew Clark in Sainsbury's Local. The victim's family speaks of their devastation.
Croydon man jailed for 21 years after doorstep stabbing
Ibrahim Ahmed, 24, has been sentenced to 21 years for a brutal doorstep attack on his landlord in Croydon. The victim suffered life-threatening injuries, including a collapsed lung. Read the full court report.
Driverless Glasgow Subway Trains Coming in 2026
Glasgow's historic subway system is set for a revolutionary upgrade, with autonomous trains rolling out in late 2026. Discover the safety features and what it means for passengers.
Croydon man jailed for 3 years over terror plot
Paul Martin, 60, from Croydon, has been sentenced to three years and three months for encouraging terrorism. He urged an online group to use crossbows and petrol bombs. Read the full story.
Croydon Christmas bin collection changes confirmed
Croydon Council announces revised bin collection dates over Christmas and New Year, plus details for Christmas tree recycling. Find your new collection day here.
Croydon rents rise 5% as London rental squeeze continues
New data reveals Croydon rents climbed 5% in the past year, outpacing London's average. Explore the rental market imbalance and see how your area compares with our interactive map.
Croydon gains £120m in Fair Funding review
Croydon Council is set for a £120m funding boost over three years after a historic government review. The new Fair Funding 2.0 model aims to better reflect local need, but the borough's massive debt remains a challenge. Read the full story.
Budget London-Glasgow train launches with £33 fares
Budget rail operator Lumo launches a new London to Glasgow service with tickets from £33.10, offering a cheaper alternative to Avanti West Coast ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Croydon Festive Bin Collection Dates & Tree Disposal
Croydon Council announces revised bin collection dates over Christmas and New Year. Find your new schedule and learn how to recycle your real Christmas tree.
New Direct London Bridge Train Stops at 9 Sussex Towns
A direct commuter rail link from Eastbourne to London Bridge has been restored, serving nine towns and villages. The service, scrapped during Covid, is a major win for East Sussex commuters.
Wetherspoons delays new Croydon pub opening
The opening of the new £1m Wetherspoons pub in Croydon, The Coombe Lodge, has been delayed by two days. It will now open on December 19, creating 80 jobs. Read more.
Croydon's £9m transport plan for safer roads and buses
Croydon Council reveals how a £9m funding pot will tackle urgent transport issues, including dangerous Portland Road, new bus lanes, and cycling links. Discover the two-year plan.
Croydon market traders plead for free parking to boost trade
Traders at Croydon's historic Surrey Street Market say £60 parking fines are driving customers away. They are petitioning the council for 30 minutes of free parking to revitalise the struggling town centre.
Croydon Mayor refuses apology over disabled bay blunder
Croydon's Mayor faces backlash for his 'disgraceful' response after a resident's car was trapped by a new disabled bay and wrongly fined. Read the full story of the parking fiasco.
7am Manchester-London Train Service Saved from Axe
The rail regulator has reinstated the 7am Manchester to London service after public pressure, derailing a trial for 'ghost' trains. Read the latest on UK rail policy and public reaction.
New Lidl store and homes planned for Croydon's Hamsey Green
Lidl submits fresh plans for a mixed-use development in Croydon, featuring a supermarket, 13 new homes, and creating up to 40 jobs. Residents can view the proposals now.
Six Great Reads: Future Trains & Wallaby Hunts
Explore six compelling long reads, from a visionary train journey and the search for 'Sky Boys' to the surprising hunt for wallabies in the English countryside. Discover these stories now.
Driver fined after council paints disabled bay around his car
A Croydon man received two parking fines after council workers painted a disabled bay around his legally parked Audi. The council has apologised and cancelled the charges.
Disabled bay painted around parked car, driver fined
A London musician was issued two parking fines after council workers painted a disabled bay around his legally parked Audi in Croydon. He calls it 'madness' and 'bullying'.
Croydon gang jailed for violent sword attack on boys
Four men have been sentenced for a horrific, unprovoked attack on two 16-year-olds in Whyteleafe, involving a samurai sword and a car. One attacker jailed for over eight years.
Direct UK-Germany trains a step closer, says DfT
Direct high-speed rail services from London to Cologne and Frankfurt are being explored, cutting journey times. Plans for Berlin are on hold due to commercial viability. Read the latest.
Four arrested in East Sussex terror investigation
Three men and a woman have been detained in Eastbourne and Brighton by counter-terrorism police. Discover the latest on this planned operation.
Croydon toddler's organ donation saves two children's lives
The parents of three-year-old Aari Patel, who died in 2016, urge people to join the NHS Organ Donor Register after his gifts saved others. Over 8,000 in the UK await transplants.
Dave's Hot Chicken to open new Croydon restaurant
The viral fried chicken chain Dave's Hot Chicken is opening its third London location in Croydon on 16 December 2025. Discover the details of the new opening and why Time Out's food editor rates the chicken.
Dave's Hot Chicken opens Croydon site on December 16
American fast food chain Dave's Hot Chicken is opening its first South London restaurant in Croydon on December 16, part of a major UK expansion. Discover the menu and why fried chicken is booming.
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