Croydon Collection (#6)

Croydon SE19 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Croydon SE19 3

Croydon SE19 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Croydon SE19 2

Croydon SE19 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Croydon SE19 1

North Hertfordshire SG8 0 Map
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Croydon CR0 8 Map
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Croydon CR0 5 Map
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Croydon CR0 3 Map
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Croydon CR0 2 Map
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Croydon CR0 0 Map
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Croydon CR2 0 Map
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Croydon CR0 9 Map
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Croydon CR8 5 Map
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Croydon CR8 4 Map
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Croydon CR8 2 Map
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Croydon CR8 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Croydon CR8 3

Croydon CR7 8 Map
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Croydon CR8 1 Map
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Croydon CR7 6 Map
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Croydon CR7 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Croydon CR7 7

Croydon CR6 9 Map
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Croydon CR5 3 Map
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Croydon CR5 2 Map
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Croydon CR5 1 Map
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Croydon CR3 7 Map
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Croydon CR3 6 Map
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Croydon CR3 5 Map
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Croydon CR3 0 Map
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Croydon CR2 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Croydon CR2 8

Croydon CR2 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Croydon CR2 9

Croydon CR2 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Croydon CR2 6

Croydon CR2 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Croydon CR2 7

Mr Wu, Grand Theatre, Croydon, Surrey
Mr Wu, a play by Harry M Vernon and Harold Owen, at the Grand Theatre, Croydon, Surrey. Previously at the Strand and Savoy Theatres, London. 1910s

Jim Mollison at Croydon Airport, 1931, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Jim Mollison at Croydon Airport, 1931, (1933). On August 6, 1931, James Mollison broke, by one day, the Australia-England record established but a few days before by his friend C.W.A. Scott

The wireless transmission room at Croydon Aerodrome, south London, 1928, (1935). Creator: Unknown
The wireless transmission room at Croydon Aerodrome, south London, 1928, (1935). A view of a wireless transmission room, whence contacts can be made with pilots in the air as to direction

Spencer Airship in Croydon on 1st May 1908 Date: 1908

de Havilland DH-86 Express
Imperial Airways de Havilland Dh-86 Express Delphinus Parked at Croydon 1930S Date: 1930s

de Havilland DH-98 Mosquito B-35
Spartan Air Servicede Havilland Dh-98 Mosquito B-35 Parked with Hangars Behind Date: 1955

Fokker F-VIIb-3M / 7b-3M
Captain Charles Kingsford-Smith and Crew with Fokker F.Viib-3M Southern Cross at Croydon after a 13.5 Day Flight from Australia to England on 10th July 1929 Date: 1929

de Havilland DH-4A
Instone Air Line de Havilland Dh-4A Parked at Croydon Date: 1920s

Vickers Vimy Commercial FB-28
Instone Air Line Vickers Vimy Commercial Fb-28 with a Cargo of Strawberries Arriving from France at 6.30Pm - These Go Direct to the Jam-Factory of Messrs Crosbies Ltd in the Truck with Crosbies Nap

Avro 652A Anson 1 / I
Avro 652A Anson 1 Crashed into a Hangar During Take-Off from Croydon, UK on 8th March 1949 Date: 1949

Vickers Vimy Commercial
Instone Air Line Vickers Vimy Commercial Parked at Croydon Date: 1920s

Louis Bleriot Arriving at Croydon Airport 27 July 1929, ?
Louis Bleriot Arriving at Croydon Airport 27 July 1929, on the 20th Anniversary after His First Crossing of the English Channel on Sunday 25th July 1909 Date: 1929

The arrival of the aircraft of the American World Fligh?
The arrival of the aircraft of the American World Flight at Croydon, England, in 1924. Alongside Douglas World Cruiser Boston are from left: Lt Lowell Herbert Smith, Lt Leslie P

Margaret Finchs Cottage, Norwood in 1808, (c1878). Creator: Unknown
Margaret Finchs Cottage, Norwood in 1808, (c1878). House in what was the village of Norwood, (now part of greater London), lived in by Margaret Finch, Queen of the Gipsies

Shirley Road, Croydon, South London. Date: 1911

Croydon, c1910. The Church. Londons healthiest suburb. Population, 190, 680. Card from a game containing views of the chief towns in each county, their products & notable buildings etc

Where Officers of a Great Aerodrome Keep Contact with the Flying Pilots, c1935. The Control Tower of Croydon Airport, also known as London Terminal Aerodrome or London Airport

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"Croydon: A Journey Through Time and Aviation" Step back in time to 1934, when Croydon Airport was bustling with excitement as the aviation hub of London. The Cobham Air Routes Poster adorned its walls, showcasing the various destinations that could be reached from this iconic location. Not far away, East Croydon Railway Station stood as a gateway for travelers seeking adventure beyond the skies. Meanwhile, at Brigade HQ in Croydon Town, the brave men of the Croydon Fire Brigade were always ready to protect their community. South Norwood station housed another branch of the esteemed Croydon Fire Brigade, ensuring safety across different parts of this vibrant town. As railway services expanded their reach through Railway Air Services Poster, they connected people from all walks of life to explore new horizons. From above, one could witness the beauty and growth – a thriving part of Greater London nestled in England's embrace. Its significance extended even further into Europe as an integral part of United Kingdom's rich heritage. Beyond aviation and emergency services lay a diverse cultural tapestry. The Metropolitan Police Association Football Team showcased unity on and off the field while Samuel Coleridge Taylor composed timeless classical music that resonated with audiences worldwide. Amongst these remarkable achievements stands out de Havilland DH. 84 Dragon G-ACIU - an emblematic aircraft that symbolized both progress and innovation at Croydon Airport. Today, remnants of this illustrious past can still be found within GLC-LFB's vehicle workshops – a testament to how history shapes our present-day experiences. As we reflect upon these hints scattered throughout time and space, we honor not just a place but also its stories – those tales woven together by countless individuals who have called Croydon home or embarked on unforgettable journeys from here.