Wartime

If you’re looking for a short, scenic walk steeped in history, the 2-mile circular trail around RAF Kenley Airfield is a perfect choice. Located near Coulsdon on the border of Surrey in south London, this former World War II fighter station played a key role during the Battle of Britain. Walking the perimeter path, you’ll […]

This brave black and white cat served for the Royal Navy on HMS Amethyst in 1949, and enjoyed his final days in the comfort of Hackbridge Kennels and Cattery. Simon has the honour of being the ONLY CAT to have ever received the Dickin Medal, which says: “For Gallantry. We also serve” This is the […]

This bench has a memorial plaque dedicated to Godfrey Woolven who was killed during WWII. It’s a memorial that is in continuous use in everyday life. People often sit here waiting for the bus and it’s easy to miss the tribute, situated in Park Hill close to Carshalton Beeches Railway Station. Godfrey, aged 22, was […]

*Historical* This road at Carshalton On The Hill led to the site of a medical research facility. It was at Wellfield Gardens to be exact – a road named after the nearby wood and the original lane leading to the Medical Research Council. This location has a fascinating history and it’s where Rudolf Vrba once […]

These images are from The Imperial War Museum and show the work of Student Nurses at St Helier Hospital in Carshalton in 1943. Using 3D technology Secret Carshalton has given the images a new lease of life… You will need to press the play button to view images. You can click the expand button bottom […]