Famous Residents
Political activist Jim Connell (1852–1929), author of 'The Red Flag', lived in Stondon Park Road (which is on the border of Crofton Park and Honor Oak). He wrote the anthem while on a train journey to his home in December 1889.
Actor William Henry Pratt (1887-1969), better known as Boris Karloff was born at 36 Forest Hill Road.
The comedian Spike Milligan (1918–2002), lived at 22 Gabriel Street, Honor Oak, and 50 Riseldine Road (which is on the border of Crofton Park and Honor Oak) after coming to England from India in the 1930s.
Other famous residents include actor Timothy Spall and singer Gabrielle.
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