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Singles in and around Croydon
Croydon is south London's biggest town, with a busy centre, parks and the North Downs on its doorstep. For a first date there's a look round Croydon Minster, a stroll in Wandle Park, or a walk at Lloyd Park. Check opening times before you go.
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First date ideas in Croydon
Three easy places to meet someone new in Croydon. Check opening times before you go.
Croydon Minster
A large historic church in the old part of town, with a calm churchyard and old streets nearby. Free to look around outside, and check opening times if you want to go in.
Wandle Park
A restored park with lawns and a pond, a short walk from the centre. Free to enter and calm.
Lloyd Park
A large green space with woodland, meadow and paths on the edge of the North Downs. Wear sensible shoes and check the weather.
Around Croydon
Neighbourhoods and nearby towns: Croydon town centre, Purley, Coulsdon, Addiscombe, Selsdon, Thornton Heath, Sanderstead and South Croydon.
Getting there: East Croydon station has fast trains to London Bridge, Victoria and Gatwick Airport, and Tramlink runs across the area from Croydon town centre. West Croydon has the Overground, and buses link Croydon with Bromley, Sutton and central London.
Go London Dating covers the whole London area, so you can join from Croydon and search nearby towns too. New to dating again? Our guide to dating safely is a good place to start.
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Questions about dating in Croydon
What is a good first date in Croydon?
There are plenty of easy options: a look round Croydon Minster, a stroll in Wandle Park and a walk at Lloyd Park. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.
How do I get to Croydon?
East Croydon station has fast trains to London Bridge, Victoria and Gatwick Airport, and Tramlink runs across the area from Croydon town centre. West Croydon has the Overground, and buses link Croydon with Bromley, Sutton and central London.
Can I join Go London Dating from Croydon?
Yes. Creating a profile is free, and when you sign up you pick your area so we can show you singles nearby. Go London Dating covers the whole London area, so you can search other towns too.
Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Croydon?
Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Every member is ID verified, and our guide to dating safely has more tips.