PWRA - Working for Purley's future
The PWRA is run by Purley Residents and for Purley residents. Please join up and take part. We are always looking to get more members and new, fresh ideas to help improve Purley and Woodcote. We want to improve the character and amenities that make Purley great, while helping to retain the unique character of our wonderful town. If you're interested, or would just like to find out more, please contact our chairman Tony Smith. All our contact details are on the Contact Us page.
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Purley Planning Summary – 18th July 2022
The current volume of planning applications and decisions in the PWRA area can make it challenging to keep up with what is being proposed for our area. Consequently the PWRA Planning Officer now prepares a summary of planning activity in our area so we can more easily track this, and…
Purley Planning Summary – 19th June 2022
The current volume of planning applications and decisions in the PWRA area can make it challenging to keep up with what is being proposed for our area. Consequently the PWRA Planning Officer now prepares a summary of planning activity in our area so we can more easily track this, and…
Purley & Woodcote Safer Neighbourhood: Call for new Ward Panel members
Volunteer for Purley & Woodcote Safer Neighbourhood Ward Panel Purley and Woodcote Ward Panel are looking for new members to join the panel. The Ward Panel meets every 3 months and convey community concerns, ensure accountability, and set priorities with the local Safer Neighbourhood Team (SNT). If you are interested…
Purley Planning Summary – 25th May 2022
The current volume of planning applications and decisions in the PWRA area can make it challenging to keep up with what is being proposed for our area. Consequently the PWRA Planning Officer now prepares a summary of planning activity in our area so we can more easily track this, and…
Join us on Weds June 15th for the 2022 PWRA Annual General Meeting
You are cordially invited to attend the Purley & Woodcote Residents’ Association AGM on Weds June 15th 2022, at 7.30pm for 7.45pm at Christ Church, between 821 & 863 Brighton Road, Purley CR8 2 BN. >>> RSVP to attend: Please EMAIL your name to PWRA Secretary, Chris Lewis, on secretary@pwra.co.uk Purley…
VOLUNTEER: Police & Community Weapons Sweep, May 19th-21st
Volunteers needed for May Weapons Sweep Throughout the week of May 16th, the Met police are working with the National initiative against violence in support with Operation SCEPTRE. Operation Sceptre is a national week of action which aims to tackle knife crime. Anyone who attends will be teamed up with officers…
The Purley Panel launches new PURLEY MAP & HERITAGE TRAIL
The Purley Panel are delighted to launch the Purley Map and Heritage Trail, and we at the PWRA are pleased to support them. The Purley Panel have produced this map and Heritage Trail, to celebrate the history that hides within our small town, notwithstanding the significant changes it has, and…
Purley Planning Summary – 3rd April 2022
The current volume of planning applications and decisions in the PWRA area can make it challenging to keep up with what is being proposed for our area. Consequently the PWRA Planning Officer now prepares a summary of planning activity in our area so we can more easily track this, and…
Bird’s Eye View, March 2022 – By John Birkett, RSPB Croydon Local Group
John Birkett, from RSPB Croydon Local Group writes: I am writing this having just returned from a walk on Riddlesdown. That is the best place to find Skylarks in Croydon, although there are times that I despair for their future. Renowned for its aerial song flights, this species nests on…
Croydon Local Plan Update – Must Read and Proposed Action by 17th February
Croydon Local Plan Review now re-opened You may be aware that the Council has reactivated its’ review of the Croydon Local Plan, after pausing it as a result of Covid: It has released its’ proposed updates for public consultation, with a closing date for receiving comments / feedback from the…