Open House Festival

The White House - Norwood Grove

historical house

-, 1800

Norwood Grove Mansion, SW16 3EA

Norwood Grove contains a fine assembly of the White House and park, and is one of the primary heritage parks within the London Borough of Croydon. The White House is a Grade II Listed building and the park is Grade II Listed on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens. The park and Mansion House stands on the site of an immense oak forest known as the 'Great North Wood'.

Getting there

Train

Norbury, Streatham, Streatham Common, West Norwood

Bus

250, 468

Access

Facilities

Accessibility notes

Parking is limited, visitors are encouraged to use public transport or walk where possible. No accessible parking. Refreshments provided.

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Drop in activities

Sat 13 Sep

12:00–15:00

Drop in: The Future of Our Stable Blocks

Meet the designers and come and share your ideas and creativity to help shape the future of the park's historic Stable Blocks.

12:00–15:00

Drop in: Family Craft Workshop

Hands on family fun! Kids can craft clay tiles & mini bricks inspired by the parks stables and gardens.

About

Norwood Grove: Past, Present & Future in Celebration

Join us on Saturday 13th September 12-3pm in the park at Norwood Grove for a family-friendly celebration of history, nature and community as we look ahead to our 100-year anniversary in 2026!

Step back in time and discover the rich history of Norwood Grove — from its origins as a 19th-century estate of a mansion lodge, the "White House" featuring an Orangery together with ornamental gardens and extensive grounds, to its status today as a cherished heritage park within the London Borough of Croydon.

Meet the designers and share your thoughts and ideas. Shape the vision for the future of the park's historic Stable Blocks.

Bring the whole family to our nature and heritage-themed craft workshop, where children can create mini bricks and decorative clay tiles inspired by the park’s historic Stables and gardens. These creations will become part of a lasting community artwork, symbolising the connection between families and the park’s redevelopment.

Explore the parks stunning landscape through our trees and features trails on TiCL which you can do at your own pace and immerse yourself in captivating displays of historic photographs. This is a unique opportunity to learn about Norwood Grove’s past, present and exciting future.

There’s something for everyone at this special community event. Drop in anytime!

Tree Trail

Download the free TiCL app and Norwood Grove trails will appear on your screen when you get close to the area.

Online presence

www.croydon.gov.uk/libraries-leisure-and-culture/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-and-playgrounds/parks-and-playgrounds-directory/norwood-grove

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