Crystal Palace/Sydenham/Penge Chitter Chatter

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Penge Gate entrance to park is closed at the moment; police everywhere.

 

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We went to see the dinosaurs ( mrs tag is a friend of them ). Last time we saw them I think was when they were having a makeover. They now look very unloved and neglected. I see the park was going to start charging cars for parking in there. This was supposed to start a while ago but has not yet happened. Anyone know what's occuring.
I know several big events that used to start in the park like the Mini run and the Historic Commercial run but these have now moved elsewhere. This must have caused a drip in income.

 

[pbsmooth]

Haven’t they only just (relatively) had that makeover!? The charging is supposedly to pay for stuff like reopening and maintaining the toilets. I think you can find a big consultation on it somewhere. Lots of moaning from the car-shaggers but it is very well served by public transport. And you can park for free on roads nearby if you really want.

 

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Like I say, the poor dinosaurs are looking very sad , cracked and overgrown and desperately in beech of some love

 

[jimbarkanoodle]

Yeah i thought the dinosaurs had just had a makeover too. I don't really care that much for them, but like the lakey area where they are based.

I recently discovered the Anerley Arms quite near the park, which is a good place for a cheaper pint post park than the other places nearby. Locals were quite friendly to me when I popped in on my own. It is a Samuel Smiths though, which doesn't appeal to everyone.

 

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A quick search reveals the dinosaurs had an emergency renovation in 2021. It does not look like anyone has been near them since.

 

[pbsmooth]

There’s probably a limit to how much attention they can get… a nice novelty but can’t say I’m that bothered

 

[friendofdorothy]

A quick search reveals the dinosaurs had an emergency renovation in 2021. It does not look like anyone has been near them since.

That is only three years ago. How often do they need attention?

 

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That is only three years ago. How often do they need attention?

That was for emergencies. They are now overgrown, cracking up and have plants growing out of them.

 

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Great news, if carried out. The short video shows a little of the poor dinosaurs.

Crystal Palace Park set for £17m regeneration

The south London park's dinosaurs and Italian terrace will be restored as part of the project.

www.bbc.co.uk

 

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More good news
BBC News - Crystal Palace Subway restoration progress revealed

Crystal Palace Subway renovations revealed

The subway was originally opened to allow rail passengers to walk directly into Crystal Palace.

www.bbc.com

 

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Good news (or perhaps bad news!) for denizens of Crystal Palace - I'll be DJing at Westow House for NYE!

 

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[Maggot]

Sad news. Frances Bacon, the pub pig at the Conquering Hero, has died. There's a lovely tribute to her on their Facebook page.

Went to the Conq yesterday for a Christmas meal with some friends, and I'm pleased to report that they now have another pig - Piggy Stardust!

 

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Free visits to the Crystal Palace tunnels once a month

Crystal Palace Subway wins heritage restoration award

The newly restored, Grade II* listed Crystal Palace Subway has won a National Railway Heritage Award, recognising the restoration of the subway that used to link the Crystal Palace high-level railway station to the palace building.

www.ianvisits.co.uk