Croydon Airport (ICAO: EGCR) was an airport in South London straddling the boundary between what are now the London boroughs of Croydon and Sutton. It was the main airport for London before it was replaced by Northolt Aerodrome, London Heathrow Airport and Gatwick Airport. The terminal building and entrance lodge are Grade II listed buildings.
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“It was like taking a beloved person to the airport and returning to an empty house. I miss the people. I miss the world.”
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