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We sat down with Lizzy, Chair of the Creative Enterprise Zone, to talk all things Croydon creatives 🎨

Croydon is full of talent… but not everyone knows what’s going on 👀

That’s where @croydoncd_ comes in 👇
✨ Workshops & events
🤝 Collaborations
📢 Promoting your business
📩 Opportunities, funding & more

Whether you need a space or want to connect, this is where you plug in 🔌

📍 Lower ground floor, Centrale
👉 Sign up to the directory + get involved
Tag a creative who needs this 👇

Looking for a new place to get creative? 🎨

You can now work from CEZ in Centrale for FREE!

Whether you’re a freelancer, creative, or hybrid worker looking for a change of scenery, this is a great space to work, connect, and be part of the local creative community.

📍 CEZ, Centrale, Lower Mall
⏰ Wednesday to Friday, 10am – 4pm
🎟️ No booking needed, just turn up and sign in

#Croydon #CreativeEnterpriseZone #FreelanceLife #CoworkingSpace #CroydonCreatives Workspace HybridWork

🎬 Croydon is its own ‘Marvel Studios’ & you might not know it!

With its very own blackout studio set, underwater film set, multi-function digital lab, post-production studio, and many more, you can discover it all at the upcoming Croydon Live & Direct mini-conference on Tuesday, 2nd June from 10am.

No fluff, just pure industry connection and a look at the massive ecosystem hiding in plain sight.

🎟️ Tap the link in our bio to secure your place before they’re gone!

We are excited to announce our new partnership with @croydonurbanroom! Over the next 6 weeks, they will be officially based right here inside the Croydon CEZ Creative Space during our free social workspace hours.

If you are interested in exploring Croydon’s cultural activations, future town projects, and community updates - drop in and chat with the team about what’s happening across the borough.

📍 Location: Croydon CEZ Creative Space, Centrale Shopping Centre (Lower Mall)
⏰ Drop-in Hours: Wednesday – Friday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

We are excited to announce our new partnership with @croydonurbanroom! Over the next 6 weeks, they will be officially based right here inside the Croydon CEZ Creative Space during our free social workspace hours.

If you are interested in exploring Croydon’s cultural activations, future town projects, and community updates - drop in and chat with the team about what’s happening across the borough.

📍 Location: Croydon CEZ Creative Space, Centrale Shopping Centre (Lower Mall)
⏰ Drop-in Hours: Wednesday – Friday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

We are excited to announce our new partnership with @croydonurbanroom! Over the next 6 weeks, they will be officially based right here inside the Croydon CEZ Creative Space during our free social workspace hours.

If you are interested in exploring Croydon’s cultural activations, future town projects, and community updates - drop in and chat with the team about what’s happening across the borough.

📍 Location: Croydon CEZ Creative Space, Centrale Shopping Centre (Lower Mall)
⏰ Drop-in Hours: Wednesday – Friday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

🎬 Croydon is going Live & Direct

And we’re making sure Croydon businesses know! We are bringing together the borough’s influential professionals within the fastest-growing sector for a high-level mini-conference at the Croydon CEZ Creative Space.

Come for the global insights on UK production growth, stay to connect with the unknowingly big film and video community here in Croydon, and get exclusive behind-the-scenes access with a tour of @disauthority’s full post-production studio.

This is your chance to connect, collaborate, so don’t miss out. Seats are limited. Tap the link in our bio to secure yours!

Tuesday, 2nd June | 10am – 1:30pm | Croydon CEZ, Centrale Shopping Centre

We had a wonderful turnout today at the Croydon CEZ Creative Space for our second Creative Confessions session!

A big thanks to our expert guest speaker, Isabel Sachs, founder of @ilikenetworking, for leading such an insightful, high-value workshop. The energy in the room was palpable, and the open Q&A saw some introspective discussions to take home.

We are proud to provide an environment for our community to get the real-world guidance they need to elevate their businesses.

Thank you to everyone who attended and made this morning special!

#CroydonCEZ #CreativeConfessions #IsabelSachs #ILikeNetworking

✨ STARS OF TOMORROW ✨
📍 @croydoncd_ Croydon
📅 Saturday 10th October

Models of Diversity is proud to present an unforgettable catwalk experience for young people aged 11–18 who have experienced adversity 💜

This empowering show is all about celebrating confidence, courage, individuality, and self-expression through fashion, fun, and creativity, with clothing from top brands including @newlook @nextofficial @prettylittlething @ganni and many more

Our young stars will receive:
💄 Professional hair & make-up
👗 Wardrobe styling
🚶🏽‍♀️ Catwalk coaching
🎉 The chance to shine on the runway in front of family and friends

We’re looking for nominations from:
✔️ Teachers
✔️ Parents
✔️ Responsible adults

To nominate a young person, please email:
📧 info@modelsofdiversity.org

Please include:
• First name & age
• A recent photo
• A short paragraph explaining why they would benefit from taking part
• Parent/guardian consent and contact details

Let’s celebrate bravery, resilience, and the stars of tomorrow ⭐

#StarsOfTomorrow #ModelsOfDiversity #Croydon #YouthEmpowerment #InclusiveFashion

The countdown to our next Creative Confessions is on. We are down to the final few seats for our workshop with Isabel Sachs, founder of @ilikenetworking. With a career spanning 20 years and clients like Lollapalooza and Converse, Isabel knows exactly how to bridge the gap between a personal project and a sustainable brand.

Why you can’t miss this:

🔸You’ll walk away with real-world guidance to strengthen your presence right now.
🔸Get expert advice on when to be the “face” of your brand and when to let the business lead.
🔸Connect with other high-level creators in the borough in a focused, open environment.

Tuesday 12 May, 10am - 1pm

Croydon CEZ Creative Space, Centrale Shopping Centre CRO 1TY

Limited to 40 seats! 🔗Register using the link in our bio.

Start your summer with a clear, confident brand identity.

Over the next few weeks, we’ll be showcasing the fab independent authors who have donated copies of their novels to our Mini Library. Our members can now dive into these stories during our free social workspace hours.

A big thank you to everyone who supported this initiative. - your contributions make this creative space even more special for our local creatives.

Come check out a book during our social hours:

🗓️ Wednesday – Friday
🕙 10am – 4pm
📍 Croydon CEZ Creative Space, CR0 1TY

Keep an eye on our feed as we highlight each author and their work!

Moving from ‘Founder’ to ‘Brand’ with Isabel Sachs 💛

Isabel Sachs, founder of @ilikenetworking, a D&AD award-winning platform, joins us on Tuesday 12 May in Croydon for a sanctuary-style workshop focused on Personal vs. Business Branding.

As an entrepreneur and public speaker with over 20 years of experience in the Creative Industries, Isabel is passionate about building diverse talent - from artists to arts managers. She created an award-winning cultural agency, based in Brazil, producing over 50 events a year including international tours, and managing a roster of artists and a theatre company. And was listed as one of the top 21 most influential women by Startups Magazine and 2022 The Dots 100 Rising Star.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain real-world guidance you can apply immediately to strengthen your presence, attract the right audience, and grow with intention.

12th May 2026, 10am - 1pm
Croydon CEZ Creative Space, CRO 1TY
Limited to 40 seats! 🔗register via link in bio.

Your work is personal. Your business needs intention. 💭

Here’s the real question: When do you lead with YOUR story? When do you let your BUSINESS shine?

If you’re navigating this in a creative scene, you’re not alone. That’s exactly why we’re hosting this.

Creative Confessions: Personal vs. Business Branding

Joining us: Isabel Sachs (@ilikenetworking), founder of the D&AD award-winning platform. 20+ years working with Red Bull, Converse, Lollapalooza.

What you’ll take away:
✨ Define your brand identity (strip away the noise)
✨ Stand out in a crowded market (get heard)
✨ Align your story with your goals (make it work for you)
✨ Build real visibility (turn presence into partnerships)

📅 Tuesday 12 May | 10am—1pm
📍 Croydon CEZ Creative Space (Centrale Hub)
🎟️ FREE 🔗Link in bio to register.

Closing out our debut Love Me: Croydon Sessions was the spiritual @f444tune.

By repurposing our Creative Space into an intimate venue, we are demonstrating how physical space can act as a catalyst for cultural growth and community engagement.

📣 Want to be part of the next session? Our Artist Expression of Interest form is live via the link in our bio.