But amidst the social-distancing, the cancelled events and postponed Christmas parties - well, some of us anyway - away, there have been some great events in 2021.
The lifting of restrictions nearer the start of the year allowed a lot of events and gatherings to go ahead in the town.
Here are 10 of the best events that took place in Crawley this year.
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Here are 10 of the best events that took place in Crawley this year.