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Crystal Palace's Victorian neighbour where dinosaurs still roam the park — Penge's extraordinary Victorian dinosaur sculptures, the Crystal Palace Park, and the growing independent food scene make it one of South East London's most surprisingly charming and rapidly improving neighbourhoods

Roam is the free UK local discovery app — find the best local businesses, events and hidden gems in Penge, Greater London.

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About Roam: The UK's free local discovery app — helping people find what's nearby and helping local businesses reach their community across Penge and beyond.

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Known for

Crystal Palace transmitter (the tallest structure in London), the Victorian working-class heritage, and a South East London neighbourhood adjacent to Crystal Palace Park

A little history

Penge grew as a Victorian working-class suburb, closely tied to Crystal Palace. The area retains strong community character with a diverse population. Crystal Palace Park with its Victorian dinosaur sculptures and the TV transmitter mast are nearby.

📍 Local tip

Crystal Palace Park's Victorian dinosaur sculptures are extraordinary. The transmitter mast for the landmark. The Penge area is improving rapidly with independent food. The Betts Park for local greenspace.

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Food & drink in Penge

Penge is developing a growing independent food scene. Good diverse food reflecting the multicultural community.

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For businesses in Penge

Penge serves the local community. Independent food businesses are growing. Crystal Palace Park brings visitors.

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