Matt Lawrence, from Thornton Heath, loves Croydon – but admits it needs a bit of a clean-up
I have lived in Croydon...
For all my life, growing up in Thornton Heath. I attended Winterbourne Primary School and then moved onto Winterbourne Junior Boys, before moving onto Harris City Academy for my secondary school education.
The best thing about Croydon is...
It has everything; easy accessible travel routes to central London for the avid traveller or worker, fast-food outlets, and job prospects for everyone.
The worst thing about Croydon is...
I would have to say the worst thing about Croydon is the crime that goes on within the borough.
My perfect day in Croydon would consist of...
Going out shopping with friends, then maybe to Matthews Yard for a coffee and some brunch. I'd then go onto my friend's house to play with all the stuff I've splashed out on.
One thing people don't know about Croydon is...
The people are one of the nicest groups in London, always willing to help out.
The Croydon person/figure I most admire is...
Michael Castle (New Addington youth worker) for all he is doing to make Croydon a better place. It is nice to see young people being involved within the community.
If I was in charge of Croydon for a day, I would...
Organise a massive clean-up of Croydon, removing rubbish and any things that have been dumped illegally on the roadside.
Finally, if I could sum up Croydon in three words, they would be...
Wild, modern, essential.
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