Education - Local Groups & Associations

There are many groups and Associations and we list below those that are operating in our area. Other Purley associates and businesses can be found on the website run by the Purley Rotary Club  www.purleyinfo.com .

Listed below are the regular users of Kenley Memorial Hall, either in the Large or Small rooms, at the days and times used and a contact number to obtain more information. At weekends the Hall is available for larger functions including wedding receptions, and the hiring charges are listed  here .

See also other local groups and associations within the Kendra area by clicking  here .

Archery : Keith Barrett - 01883 347 301
Days Times Notes
Wednesday 20:00 - 22:00 October to April only.
See  www.warlinghamarchers.co.uk  for more information.

Art Class : Audrey Guille - 01737 555 025
Days Times Notes
Wednesday 10:00 - 12:00 Wide age range with experience but no tuition available. All abilities.

Badminton
Days Times Notes
Monday 19:45 - 22:00 Ian Braines - 01737 311 758
All small, friendly, mixed groups welcoming new players.
Tuesday 19:30 - 21:30 Frances Marshall - 020 8668 5600
Thursday 20:30 - 22:30 Ann Hamlyn - 020 8660 5954
Thursday 10:30 - 12:30 J Greenwood - 020 8668 1154
Mainly ladies of all age groups. New players welcome!

Community Market : Carol Kelly - 020 8668 1648
Days Times Notes
Friday 08:00 - 12:30 Stall holders set up at 07.00. Bric-a-brac, clothes, plants, coffee & chat.

Focus School of Dance : Karen Brown - 07989 284 905
Days Times Notes
Monday 15:30 - 18:30 Tap, Ballet, Freestyle/jazz taught from 3 and a half years upwards.
Friday 15:30 - 18:30  

Kenley Martial Arts : Anthony Woodward (Dan black belt instructor) - 01883 623 430
Days Times Notes
Tuesday 17:30 - 18:30 Beginner classes
Tuesday 18:30 - 19:30 Higher grades
Thursday 17:30 - 18:30 All grades

Kenley Women's Institute : Mrs J Dimblebee - 020 8660 6210
Days Times Notes
Wednesday 14:00 - 16:00 Only the second Wednesday of every month.

Kenley Valley Women's Institute : Mrs Zoe Justice - 020 8660 9797
Days Times Notes
Thursday 19:30 - 22:00 Fourth Thursday of every month. Varied programme with guest speakers.

Philately Club : Crawford Alexander - 020 8668 2015
Days Times Notes
Wednesday 20:00 - 22:00  

Over 60's Lunch : Ann Jones - 020 8660 6905
Days Times Notes
Tuesday 12:00 - 14:00 Anyone over 60 welcome. Occasional trips.

Surrey Hills Short Mat Bowls : Kay Smith - 020 8688 8123
Days Times Notes
Tuesday 14:15 - 16:15 New members will be welcomed,
Thursday 14:00 - 16:00 and will receive tuition if they are
Friday 19:00 - 21:00 new to the game.

Table Tennis : John Mullis - 020 8656 8511
Days Times Notes
Monday 19:30 - 21:30 (October to March) Is the CMO club and plays in the Croydon TT League.

Tumble Tots : Karen McGee - 020 8406 5200
Days Times Notes
Monday 09:15 - 11:30 National leading physical play programme 6 months to 3 years.
See  www.tumbletots.com/croydon  for more information.

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Other Local Groups and Associations:

There are many other local groups, societies and associations within the Kendra area and this is just a few. We update as new groups or associations are advised to us.

All Saints Players
Most Mondays at the All Saints Parish Hall. A dedicated group of budding actors and thespians with new members always welcome. Contact Catherine Stringer for more information on 01883 623 078.

C.M.O. Bowling Club
Situated opposite Wyevale Garden Centre, Purley Way, the club welcomes new members - ladies or gentlemen. An introduction to the game and free coaching can be provided. For more information phone 020 8668 2047.

Kenley Hockey Club
Young or old, novice or expert, why not improve your skills and fitness level at this friendly local club based at Little Roke Road with a large ground and well equipped clubhouse.

Gary Webb - 020 8645 0559          See  www.kenleyhockeyclub.co.uk  for more information.
Days Times Notes
Thursday 19:30 - 21:30 Skills and fitness training for all ages and abilities.
Saturday various Matches for Men, Women, Colts and Veterans.
Sunday 10:30 - 12:00 Colts/Junior training (age 9-16).
Sunday various Mixed and Colts team matches.
Various days and times Coaching and Umpiring courses.

Kenley Kindergarten and out of School Club
Every day 7.35am - 6pm at Kenley Primary School, 20 New Barn Lane.
Small friendly day nursery with experienced, mature staff. Home cooked well balanced meals. Great Ofsted report. For more information contact Sarah Feasey on 020 8660 3232.

Parent and Toddler Group (term times only)
Thursday mornings 9am - 11am at Kenley Primary School, 20 New Barn Lane.
Tea/coffee available and a chance to meet other parents for a chat while your children play. Entrance just £1. For more information phone 020 8660 7501.
E-mail:  kenley.croydon@lgfl.net

Surrey Hills Gliding Club
Learn to fly at Kenley Airfield, London's only gliding school within the M25. For more information phone 020 8763 0091.
E-mail:  surreyhillsgc@gmail.com
www.southlondongliding.co.uk

Southern Rail & Kenley Cricket Club
Based at Little Roke Road off the Godstone Road.
The club is a member of the Surrey Championship.
Nets during the months May to August, Tuesdays 6pm - 8.30pm.
Colts nets held from May to August, Fridays 6pm - 8pm.
For winter nets contact the Secretary - Colin Sturrock on 07769 970 250
E-mail:  colin.sturrock@btinternet.com
www.srk.play-cricket.com


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