Croydon Citadel

We believe every child deserves a new gift at Christmas so we are unable to take used or second hand items for the Christmas Present Appeal.

• 0-3 years: dolls, teddy bears, cot mobiles, baby clothes, bath toys, puzzles
• 3-5: dolls and action figures, cars, lorries, colouring sets, pencils, crayons, books, puzzles
• 5-9: educational games & toys, stationery (colouring sets, pencils, crayons, school sets), books, puzzles, wordsearch, crosswords
• 9-12: games and toys, stationery, books, t-shirts, hair accessories, gloves, scarves, hats
• 13-16: books, make-up and toiletries (please try to ensure non-allergic ingredients if possible), gloves, scarves, hats, t-shirts, hair accessories and gift vouchers
   

Sunday 7th December

Toy Service 10am. Led by Nick and Kerry Coke 

Carols on the Minster Green 3.30pm - 5pm. Carol singing with Croydon churches on the green outside Croydon Minster.

Sunday 21st December

Carol Service 10am

Wednesday 24th December

Carols by Candlelight 7pm

Thursday 25th December

Christmas Day Service 10.30am

Sunday 28th December

Thanksgiving Gathering and Brunch 10.30am

Our worship meeting starts at 10am and includes congregational singing in a mix of lively and more traditional styles, time for reflection and prayer, contributions by our music groups and Bible teaching relevant to all.

Our morning meeting is followed by refreshments.

After the morning meeting the band go to the town centre and play music about noon.

Our Sunday Family Worship is live-streamed (Facebook) and uploaded the next day on our YouTube Channel.

We have an activity table for children during our worship meeting before the children go to their own Sunday worship at approximately 10,30am - 11.15am.

Faith and Friends Group

We offer a weekly gathering in a friendly atmosphere for adults of all ages and different cultural backgrounds featuring quizzes, singing, guest speakers, music items and a variety of other activities. 

We meet on Wednesdays at 10.00 am.

Men's Fellowship

We offer an exciting opportunity  to meet with men of various ages (18+), different backgrounds and cultures to share and discuss themes of interest. 

We meet every Second Friday of the month at 7pm.

Gospel Choir

Community Gospel Choir.

We met every 2nd Sunday of the month, 6pm - 8pm.

All are welcome!

Bible Explore

You are welcome to join our bible study to explore our understanding and debate questions. Email us for more details.

Prayer Explore

Prayer gathering every Monday and Friday. Email us for more details.

Baby Song

Music and refreshments for parents/carers with children 0-3 years old. Term-time only, Friday 10am - 11.30am.

Songsters (Adult Choir)

SATB choir.

Tuesday 7:30pm - 9pm.

All are welcome.

Brass Band

If you are able to play a brass instrument you are welcome to join us.

Thursday 7.30pm - 9.30pm.

The Well - Homeless Drop-in Programme

This programme gives the opportunity for people facing difficulties due to homelessness.

We work in network with other support organisations.

Mondays from 11.00 am - 1.00 pm.

English Classes for Adults

These classes are for adults who do not have English as their first language and are held in partnership with Croydon Adult Learning and Training (CALAT). The classes are of up to 30 pupils and are held in a friendly environment.

To take part you will need to enrol with Croydon Adult Learning and Training (CALAT). 

Classes are held on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:30am – 12:30pm.

Emergency Food Bank

We provide an Emergency Food Bank service for families and vulnerable adults. The food parcel can be collected with a recognised agency referral form. The form must be sent to croydonfoodparcel@salvationarmy.org.uk 

During these periods we also offer Postal Service (references from Croydon partners).

The pick-up times are Tuesdays 11.30 am - 2.30 pm  and  Wednesdays 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm

The Refuge - Drop-in Programme for Asylum Seekers and Refugees

This programme offers a friendly space and tailored support for those who are seeking asylum in the UK or who may have just been granted refugee status. It is open to single adults and families (including children).

We are open every Thursday from 10:30am – 12:30pm.

Employment+

We offer tailored support to help people become job-ready, to get a job and to stay in work. 

As part of this support we can help with local & digital support with access to internet, writing CV's and orientation in another professional areas. 

We are open on Thursdays from 10.30 am – 12.30 pm.

An appointment  can be booked by email to  Croydon@salvationarmy.org.uk

AA Groups

• Meeting on Sundays, 2.00 pm - 3:30 pm
• Meeting on Tuesdays, 6.00 pm - 8.00 pm

Bereavement Counselling - Rowland Brothers Foundation   

• Wednesdays, 11.45 am - 1.15 pm 

Contact Centre -  Securing Futures

• Saturdays, 10 am - 2pm
• Wednesdays, 4.00 pm - 6.00 pm

We have excellent facilities available for hire.  Download our brochure for more information.