Croydon, Ontario
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Croydon (2006 est. population 150) is a hamlet in Eastern Ontario, Canada. Croydon is a farming community known for its friendly residents, rich history, beautiful scenery, and small-town charm.
[edit] History
In the early and mid 1900's, Croydon was a well developed farming community that featured several hotels, a general store, a church, a post office, a schoolhouse, and a gristmill. Although business and industry are currently non-existent in Croydon, many of the original buildings have been renovated and are serving as family homes.
[edit] Attractions
The main attraction is the beautiful Salmon River, which runs through the heart of Croydon. The river is used for swimming, fishing, canoeing, and kayaking.
[edit] Sports
Croydon is well-known in surrounding communities for its excellent athletes. Several community members have played major roles in leading local and high school hockey and fastball teams to provincial championships. Recently, Croydon resident Phil Hanna was honoured on the Stone Mills Sports Wall of Fame for his contributions to local hockey and fastball teams.
Although Croydon has not had organized sports teams in over three decades, it has been suggested by some residents that a team name of 'Croydon Chiefs' be used for Croydon teams entering charity sports tournaments, due to the popularity of the movie Slapshot! among the residents.
