Affluent Purley - London's quiet southern neighbour
Purley is a town in the Croydon area of south London that offers easy access to the bright lights of capital and to buzzing south coast spots such as Brighton. A quiet residential area which has in the past topped Britain's rich list for most affluent suburb due to its array of exclusive gated estates and greenery, Nearby attractions include historic Crystal Palace Park - while golfers are kept happy with a good selection of greens right on the doorstep.
Take a trip to the capital
Regular train services run from Purley to the city centre with the quickest only taking 22 minutes. Arrive at London Victoria where you're within a pleasant stroll to Westminster, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. Walk on a short distance, past the seat of power at Downing Street, and you'll arrive at Trafalgar Square which is home to The National Gallery and The National Portrait Gallery where you can see Holbein's famous portrait of Henry V111 along with other renowned works. Leicester Square is round the corner - visit the TCKTS booth at the clock house for discounted same-day tickets to a West End show.
Go Ape at Chessington
No-one could get bored at the Chessington World of Adventure just over half an hour's drive from Purley, with two Go Ape treetops courses to try, a theme park with more than 40 rides, a zoo and SEA LIFE centre. Looking for a cheap hotel Near Purley? Travelodge London South Croydon Hotel is close by or Travelodge London Caterham Whyteleafe Hotel is also a good bet.