March 2023
Cronxstock: Charity open mic night
Calling all musicians, artistis & open mic aficianados. Matthews Yard will be hosting a charity open mic night to help raise money for Rays of Sunshine. A charity which brightens the lives of seriously ill children across the UK aged 3-18 by granting wishes and providingon going support in hospitals. Performers, follow @cronxstock on instagram and DM to book a 20min slot! Games, raffle and prizes to be won throughout the night. All proceeds are donated to Rays of Sunshine.…
Find out more »Vineyard English Classes
Free conversational English classes for speakers of other languages. Over the past six years, Croydon Vineyard has provided free conversational English classes to people whose first language is not English. It provides a point of connection for those who are isolated, a growing community of friendships, and a great place to learn the language. New students are always welcome at all of our classes, and they can simply ‘log on’ or ‘turn up’ at the beginning of the classes to…
Find out more »Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the last Thursday…
Find out more »Big Smoke Comedy
Big Smoke Comedy is stand-up comedy with a fully improvised finale, and the only show of its kind. Six ferociously independent comedians perform individually, then form a one-night-only ensemble to play off audience suggestions. Come meet the characters, watch them play, and help shape the acts with your warmth and laughter.
Find out more »April 2023
Half term: Rap Therapy
Rap Therapy is a community interest company (www.raptherapy.co.uk) who help young people learn how to positively express themselves through rap! Over the Easter period, we will be running FREE workshops for young people, teaching them about positive expression alongside allowing them to record their very own songs. Everyday, there will be a FREE hot meal provided and there will also be an Easter Egg hunt, where there will be daily prizes (including cashprizes). Limited spaces available. You must book a…
Find out more »Half term: Rap Therapy
Rap Therapy is a community interest company (www.raptherapy.co.uk) who help young people learn how to positively express themselves through rap! Over the Easter period, we will be running FREE workshops for young people, teaching them about positive expression alongside allowing them to record their very own songs. Everyday, there will be a FREE hot meal provided and there will also be an Easter Egg hunt, where there will be daily prizes (including cashprizes). Limited spaces available. You must book a…
Find out more »Half term: Rap Therapy
Rap Therapy is a community interest company (www.raptherapy.co.uk) who help young people learn how to positively express themselves through rap! Over the Easter period, we will be running FREE workshops for young people, teaching them about positive expression alongside allowing them to record their very own songs. Everyday, there will be a FREE hot meal provided and there will also be an Easter Egg hunt, where there will be daily prizes (including cashprizes). Limited spaces available. You must book a…
Find out more »Half term: Rap Therapy
Rap Therapy is a community interest company (www.raptherapy.co.uk) who help young people learn how to positively express themselves through rap! Over the Easter period, we will be running FREE workshops for young people, teaching them about positive expression alongside allowing them to record their very own songs. Everyday, there will be a FREE hot meal provided and there will also be an Easter Egg hunt, where there will be daily prizes (including cashprizes). Limited spaces available. You must book a…
Find out more »Vineyard English Classes
Free conversational English classes for speakers of other languages. Over the past six years, Croydon Vineyard has provided free conversational English classes to people whose first language is not English. It provides a point of connection for those who are isolated, a growing community of friendships, and a great place to learn the language. New students are always welcome at all of our classes, and they can simply ‘log on’ or ‘turn up’ at the beginning of the classes to…
Find out more »Sustainable Thornton Heath Social
Sustainable Thornton Heath bi-monthly socials are an opportunity for members to get together in a relaxed, social setting to discuss aspects relating to the group, or just socialise among themselves. It is also an opportunity for prospective new members to meet people and find out more about the group and its activities and plans. About Sustainable Thornton Heath Whilst the world’s climate scientists virtually unanimously agree that time is quickly running out for us to make the changes required…
Find out more »Big Smoke Comedy
Big Smoke Comedy is stand-up comedy with a fully improvised finale, and the only show of its kind. Six ferociously independent comedians perform individually, then form a one-night-only ensemble to play off audience suggestions. Come meet the characters, watch them play, and help shape the acts with your warmth and laughter.
Find out more »Vineyard English Classes
Free conversational English classes for speakers of other languages. Over the past six years, Croydon Vineyard has provided free conversational English classes to people whose first language is not English. It provides a point of connection for those who are isolated, a growing community of friendships, and a great place to learn the language. New students are always welcome at all of our classes, and they can simply ‘log on’ or ‘turn up’ at the beginning of the classes to…
Find out more »Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »Big Smoke Comedy
Big Smoke Comedy is stand-up comedy with a fully improvised finale, and the only show of its kind. Six ferociously independent comedians perform individually, then form a one-night-only ensemble to play off audience suggestions. Come meet the characters, watch them play, and help shape the acts with your warmth and laughter.
Find out more »Vineyard English Classes
Free conversational English classes for speakers of other languages. Over the past six years, Croydon Vineyard has provided free conversational English classes to people whose first language is not English. It provides a point of connection for those who are isolated, a growing community of friendships, and a great place to learn the language. New students are always welcome at all of our classes, and they can simply ‘log on’ or ‘turn up’ at the beginning of the classes to…
Find out more »The Poetry mix
The Poetry Mix is a celebration of community and the arts and we are proud to have this Community Open Mic each month at our amazing creative community space. We welcome you to a safe platform to express your truth, find your voice and connect with a supportive community. This open mic is located in our events space that goes by the name 'Platform 2'. Hosts Danny and Juame look forward to seeing you from 7.30pm – 9.30pm at Matthews…
Find out more »Big Smoke Comedy
Big Smoke Comedy is stand-up comedy with a fully improvised finale, and the only show of its kind. Six ferociously independent comedians perform individually, then form a one-night-only ensemble to play off audience suggestions. Come meet the characters, watch them play, and help shape the acts with your warmth and laughter.
Find out more »Vineyard English Classes
Free conversational English classes for speakers of other languages. Over the past six years, Croydon Vineyard has provided free conversational English classes to people whose first language is not English. It provides a point of connection for those who are isolated, a growing community of friendships, and a great place to learn the language. New students are always welcome at all of our classes, and they can simply ‘log on’ or ‘turn up’ at the beginning of the classes to…
Find out more »Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »Big Smoke Comedy
Big Smoke Comedy is stand-up comedy with a fully improvised finale, and the only show of its kind. Six ferociously independent comedians perform individually, then form a one-night-only ensemble to play off audience suggestions. Come meet the characters, watch them play, and help shape the acts with your warmth and laughter.
Find out more »May 2023
Vineyard English Classes
Free conversational English classes for speakers of other languages. Over the past six years, Croydon Vineyard has provided free conversational English classes to people whose first language is not English. It provides a point of connection for those who are isolated, a growing community of friendships, and a great place to learn the language. New students are always welcome at all of our classes, and they can simply ‘log on’ or ‘turn up’ at the beginning of the classes to…
Find out more »Big Smoke Comedy
Big Smoke Comedy is stand-up comedy with a fully improvised finale, and the only show of its kind. Six ferociously independent comedians perform individually, then form a one-night-only ensemble to play off audience suggestions. Come meet the characters, watch them play, and help shape the acts with your warmth and laughter.
Find out more »Vineyard English Classes
Free conversational English classes for speakers of other languages. Over the past six years, Croydon Vineyard has provided free conversational English classes to people whose first language is not English. It provides a point of connection for those who are isolated, a growing community of friendships, and a great place to learn the language. New students are always welcome at all of our classes, and they can simply ‘log on’ or ‘turn up’ at the beginning of the classes to…
Find out more »Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »Big Smoke Comedy
Big Smoke Comedy is stand-up comedy with a fully improvised finale, and the only show of its kind. Six ferociously independent comedians perform individually, then form a one-night-only ensemble to play off audience suggestions. Come meet the characters, watch them play, and help shape the acts with your warmth and laughter.
Find out more »The Poetry mix
The Poetry Mix is a celebration of community and the arts and we are proud to have this Community Open Mic each month at our amazing creative community space. We welcome you to a safe platform to express your truth, find your voice and connect with a supportive community. This open mic is located in our events space that goes by the name 'Platform 2'. Hosts Danny and Juame look forward to seeing you from 7.30pm – 9.30pm at Matthews…
Find out more »Big Smoke Comedy
Big Smoke Comedy is stand-up comedy with a fully improvised finale, and the only show of its kind. Six ferociously independent comedians perform individually, then form a one-night-only ensemble to play off audience suggestions. Come meet the characters, watch them play, and help shape the acts with your warmth and laughter.
Find out more »Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »Big Smoke Comedy
Big Smoke Comedy is stand-up comedy with a fully improvised finale, and the only show of its kind. Six ferociously independent comedians perform individually, then form a one-night-only ensemble to play off audience suggestions. Come meet the characters, watch them play, and help shape the acts with your warmth and laughter.
Find out more »June 2023
Sustainable Thornton Heath Social
Sustainable Thornton Heath bi-monthly socials are an opportunity for members to get together in a relaxed, social setting to discuss aspects relating to the group, or just socialise among themselves. It is also an opportunity for prospective new members to meet people and find out more about the group and its activities and plans. About Sustainable Thornton Heath Whilst the world’s climate scientists virtually unanimously agree that time is quickly running out for us to make the changes required…
Find out more »Big Smoke Comedy
Big Smoke Comedy is stand-up comedy with a fully improvised finale, and the only show of its kind. Six ferociously independent comedians perform individually, then form a one-night-only ensemble to play off audience suggestions. Come meet the characters, watch them play, and help shape the acts with your warmth and laughter.
Find out more »Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »Big Smoke Comedy
Big Smoke Comedy is stand-up comedy with a fully improvised finale, and the only show of its kind. Six ferociously independent comedians perform individually, then form a one-night-only ensemble to play off audience suggestions. Come meet the characters, watch them play, and help shape the acts with your warmth and laughter.
Find out more »The Poetry mix
The Poetry Mix is a celebration of community and the arts and we are proud to have this Community Open Mic each month at our amazing creative community space. We welcome you to a safe platform to express your truth, find your voice and connect with a supportive community. This open mic is located in our events space that goes by the name 'Platform 2'. Hosts Danny and Juame look forward to seeing you from 7.30pm – 9.30pm at Matthews…
Find out more »Big Smoke Comedy
Big Smoke Comedy is stand-up comedy with a fully improvised finale, and the only show of its kind. Six ferociously independent comedians perform individually, then form a one-night-only ensemble to play off audience suggestions. Come meet the characters, watch them play, and help shape the acts with your warmth and laughter.
Find out more »Big Smoke Comedy
Big Smoke Comedy is stand-up comedy with a fully improvised finale, and the only show of its kind. Six ferociously independent comedians perform individually, then form a one-night-only ensemble to play off audience suggestions. Come meet the characters, watch them play, and help shape the acts with your warmth and laughter.
Find out more »Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »Big Smoke Comedy
Big Smoke Comedy is stand-up comedy with a fully improvised finale, and the only show of its kind. Six ferociously independent comedians perform individually, then form a one-night-only ensemble to play off audience suggestions. Come meet the characters, watch them play, and help shape the acts with your warmth and laughter.
Find out more »July 2023
Big Smoke Comedy
Big Smoke Comedy is stand-up comedy with a fully improvised finale, and the only show of its kind. Six ferociously independent comedians perform individually, then form a one-night-only ensemble to play off audience suggestions. Come meet the characters, watch them play, and help shape the acts with your warmth and laughter.
Find out more »Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »Big Smoke Comedy
Big Smoke Comedy is stand-up comedy with a fully improvised finale, and the only show of its kind. Six ferociously independent comedians perform individually, then form a one-night-only ensemble to play off audience suggestions. Come meet the characters, watch them play, and help shape the acts with your warmth and laughter.
Find out more »Big Smoke Comedy
Big Smoke Comedy is stand-up comedy with a fully improvised finale, and the only show of its kind. Six ferociously independent comedians perform individually, then form a one-night-only ensemble to play off audience suggestions. Come meet the characters, watch them play, and help shape the acts with your warmth and laughter.
Find out more »Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »Big Smoke Comedy
Big Smoke Comedy is stand-up comedy with a fully improvised finale, and the only show of its kind. Six ferociously independent comedians perform individually, then form a one-night-only ensemble to play off audience suggestions. Come meet the characters, watch them play, and help shape the acts with your warmth and laughter.
Find out more »August 2023
Sustainable Thornton Heath Social
Sustainable Thornton Heath bi-monthly socials are an opportunity for members to get together in a relaxed, social setting to discuss aspects relating to the group, or just socialise among themselves. It is also an opportunity for prospective new members to meet people and find out more about the group and its activities and plans. About Sustainable Thornton Heath Whilst the world’s climate scientists virtually unanimously agree that time is quickly running out for us to make the changes required…
Find out more »Big Smoke Comedy
Big Smoke Comedy is stand-up comedy with a fully improvised finale, and the only show of its kind. Six ferociously independent comedians perform individually, then form a one-night-only ensemble to play off audience suggestions. Come meet the characters, watch them play, and help shape the acts with your warmth and laughter.
Find out more »Big Smoke Comedy
Big Smoke Comedy is stand-up comedy with a fully improvised finale, and the only show of its kind. Six ferociously independent comedians perform individually, then form a one-night-only ensemble to play off audience suggestions. Come meet the characters, watch them play, and help shape the acts with your warmth and laughter.
Find out more »Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »September 2023
Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »October 2023
Sustainable Thornton Heath Social
Sustainable Thornton Heath bi-monthly socials are an opportunity for members to get together in a relaxed, social setting to discuss aspects relating to the group, or just socialise among themselves. It is also an opportunity for prospective new members to meet people and find out more about the group and its activities and plans. About Sustainable Thornton Heath Whilst the world’s climate scientists virtually unanimously agree that time is quickly running out for us to make the changes required…
Find out more »Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »November 2023
Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »December 2023
Sustainable Thornton Heath Social
Sustainable Thornton Heath bi-monthly socials are an opportunity for members to get together in a relaxed, social setting to discuss aspects relating to the group, or just socialise among themselves. It is also an opportunity for prospective new members to meet people and find out more about the group and its activities and plans. About Sustainable Thornton Heath Whilst the world’s climate scientists virtually unanimously agree that time is quickly running out for us to make the changes required…
Find out more »Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »January 2024
Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »February 2024
Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »March 2024
Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
Find out more »April 2024
Croydon Life Drawing
A life class offering initial shorter warm-up poses before moving on to one long pose for the rest of the session, giving the opportunity to compose, draw or paint a more finished piece. Each class is hosted by a local artist, making each session unique at Matthews Yard. Bring own materials Easels and drawing boards provided All levels welcome including beginners Two-hour session. Based in the Platform 2 events space at Matthews Yard. Life drawing is on the second and…
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