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SUMMARY:Architectural Walk\, London
DESCRIPTION:Hello all \nThis will be a walk visiting less well known buildings in London. \nWe can ease the meeting time at East Croydon to 9.40\, for the 9.49 train to Victoria\, then Circle or District line to Blackfriars (no direct trains to Blackfriars). \nIf you want to join us at Victoria\, let me know\, and we will be by the toilets\, leaving by 10.15. Or join us at Blackfriars station by 10.30. \nThe distance will be about 8 km/5 miles. You can bring a packed lunch\, but there will be a choice of cafes at lunchtime. \nWe will return from London Bridge\, about 16.00\, but no problem if you want to return earlier. \nWe have about 25 sites to view of different types and ages\, many of which may be new to you. I will only give a brief description of each one. \n 
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/architectural-walk-london/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Outdoor Events,Walking
ORGANIZER;CN="Barry W":MAILTO:barry.wilson9@btinternet.com
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SUMMARY:Sunday Walk with Pepys – Stroll 3 – a Night Out!
DESCRIPTION:This is the walk originally scheduled for 21st September but postponed due to sickness.\nWe were all so impressed with the Pepys Walk last December that we did a Second Instalment in February. If it’s worth doing\, it’s worth flogging to death\, so here we are for a third go.\n  \n\n\nWhere?\nAgain we’ll be following the 17th Century footsteps of Samuel Pepys\, this time seeking out the many places he went to for a good night out – of which he was an enthusiast. Again I’ll be your amateur guide\, book in hand\, pointing out the connections to Pepys on the way. No doubt other COPSErs will continue to persist in offering their own observations! \nThis will be an easy 3-4 hour walk along pavements (boots not required) for about 5-6 miles\, ending with an optional beer or two at a historic tavern that also serves food. As it’s in central London\, there’s plenty of access to public transport if you want to leave the walk early. \nWho was Pepys?\n \nA man who lived through the upheavals of the Civil War\, the execution of Charles I\, the reign of Cromwell and the subsequent restoration of the Monarchy with Charles II. Most significantly for us\, from 1660 to 1669 he wrote a daily diary describing events high and low. He was a man on the rise with connections to politics and royalty\, but determined to enjoy life with visits to taverns and theatres\, domestic life with his French wife\, and furtive dalliances with a variety of disreputable ladies. \nGetting there\nI’ll be catching the 11.15 East Croydon Platform 4 to Victoria\, then tube from Victoria to St James’s Park (District & Circle line) to save a bit of walking at the start. \nJoining opportunities: \n\n\n\n\n\nEast Croydon station from 11.00\n\n\nhttps://w3w.co/dock.jars.folds\n\n\n\n\nAt Victoria station from our scheduled arrival time about 11.33\n\n\nhttps://w3w.co/gladiators.zooms.sweep\n\n\n\n\nAt the entrance to St James’ Park\, junction of The Mall with Marlborough Road\, where we start the walk\, from our expected arrival time about 11.45-12.00\n\n\nhttps://w3w.co/pool.shrimp.linked\n\n\n\n  \nCall me (number below) if any difficulty joining up. \nFinishing\nWe finish in The Borough\, handy for London Bridge station and a couple of interesting pubs. \nLinks\nPepys’s diary for this day 363 years ago: https://www.pepysdiary.com/ \nGeneral info on Pepys: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samuel_Pepys \nContact\nKen on 07921 258876 \n\nWhat3Words\nExplanation is here. You can use the links to find any 3-metre square on earth. For best results\, download the App.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/sunday-walk-with-pepys-stroll-3-a-night-out/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Outdoor Events,Walking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ken":MAILTO:ken@brogan.co.uk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241001
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SUMMARY:Trip to the Netherlands - postponed until Spring 2025
DESCRIPTION:We are planning on being based in Amsterdam with a visit to Arnhem. \nUnfortunately this trip will not happen when originally planned. Instead we will organise one for Spring 2025 – tulip time? \n\n\n\n🎼When it’s Spring again we’ll bring again . . . 🎵\n\n\n\n\n  \nWatch for announcements of the new dates. \n 
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/trip-to-holland/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Further Afield,Outdoor Events
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240921T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
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SUMMARY:Saturday Walk with Pepys – Stroll 3 - a Night Out! - POSTPONED
DESCRIPTION:Apologies all\, but due to sickness I’ve had to postpone this at short notice. I’ll reschedule.\n\nKen \n\nWe were all so impressed with the Pepys Walk last December that we did a Second Instalment in February. If it’s worth doing\, it’s worth flogging to death\, so here we are for a third go.\n  \n\n\nWhere?\nAgain we’ll be following the 17th Century footsteps of Samuel Pepys\, this time seeking out the many places he went to for a good night out – of which he was an enthusiast. Again I’ll be your amateur guide\, book in hand\, pointing out the connections to Pepys on the way. No doubt other COPSErs will continue to persist in offering their own observations! \nThis will be an easy 3-4 hour walk along pavements (boots not required) for about 4-5 miles\, ending with an optional beer or two at a historic tavern that also serves food. As it’s in central London\, there’s plenty of access to public transport if you want to leave the walk early. \nWho was Pepys?\n \nA man who lived through the upheavals of the Civil War\, the execution of Charles I\, the reign of Cromwell and the subsequent restoration of the Monarchy with Charles II. Most significantly for us\, from 1660 to 1669 he wrote a daily diary describing events high and low. He was a man on the rise with connections to politics and royalty\, but determined to enjoy life with visits to taverns and theatres\, domestic life with his French wife\, and furtive dalliances with a variety of disreputable ladies. \nGetting there\nI’ll be catching the 10.15 East Croydon Platform 4 to Victoria. \nJoining opportunities: \n\n\n\n\n\nEast Croydon station from 10.00\n\n\nhttps://w3w.co/dock.jars.folds\n\n\n\n\nAt Victoria station from our scheduled arrival time about 10.32\n\n\nhttps://w3w.co/gladiators.zooms.sweep\n\n\n\n\nAt the entrance to St James’ Park\, junction of The Mall with Marlborough Road\, where we start the walk\, from our expected arrival time about 10.45-11.00\n\n\nhttps://w3w.co/pool.shrimp.linked\n\n\n\n  \nCall me (number below) if any difficulty joining up. \nFinishing\nWe finish in The Borough\, handy for London Bridge station and a couple of interesting pubs. I’ll be shooting off to see the mighty Palace crush Man U (kickoff 17.00). \nLinks\nPepys’s diary for this day 363 years ago: https://www.pepysdiary.com/ \nGeneral info on Pepys: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samuel_Pepys \nContact\nKen on 07921 258876 \n\nWhat3Words\nExplanation is here. You can use the links to find any 3-metre square on earth. For best results\, download the App.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/pepys-walk/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Outdoor Events,Walking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ken":MAILTO:ken@brogan.co.uk
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240812T220000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
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SUMMARY:An Evening at the Proms
DESCRIPTION:This will feature music from Beethoven and new works from a BBC orchestra.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/an-evening-at-the-proms/
CATEGORIES:Cultural
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240802T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240809T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T134119Z
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SUMMARY:Sidmouth Folk Festival
DESCRIPTION:If you’re a folk music fan this is your opportunity to attend a week long festival held in beautiful Sidmouth\, Devon in the company of COPSE members! \nRead all about it at https://sidmouthfolkfestival.co.uk/about-us/. \nThis year’s full Programme has now been released. Click the picture to appreciate the huge scope and scale of this event. \n \n 
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/sidmouth-folk-festival-4/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Further Afield
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240728
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240729
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
CREATED:20240715T194415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T151409Z
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SUMMARY:Epping Ongar Railway Beer Festival
DESCRIPTION:This involves journeying to Epping to the north west of London at the end of the London Underground Central Line.  There we will find the “Epping Ongar” heritage railway – lots of description at the website https://www.eorailway.co.uk/.\n\n\nSunday 28 July is the last day of their Real Ale and Cider Festival https://www.eorailway.co.uk/events/real-ale-and-cider-festival/.\n\n\nAs well as enjoying steam engines\, old railway stuff\, riding old trains and hanging around delightful stations in picturesque Essex countryside\, you can enjoy the dulcet tones of London’s Transport Choir featuring yours truly. There are food stalls as well as a beer stall at North Weald station.  And beer sold on trains and at Ongar.\n\nTickets\nYou will need a ticket for the Epping Ongar Railway beer and cider festival event.  Get it here: https://www.eorailway.co.uk/events/real-ale-and-cider-festival/.\n\n\nGetting There\nI recommend getting there by public transport.  A bit of a trek maybe but ‘just’ a ride to the end of the Central Line\, transfer to a specially provisioned heritage bus (included in event ticket) for a short ride to North Weald station.  See notes below.  From where trains depart south to the old Epping Forest station (no alighting!) or north to Ongar station.  The route was until the 1980’s part of the London Underground system.  (The heritage trains running now are full size mainline type not old ‘tube trains’.)\n\n\nMore details in the links shared above.\n\nNotes\n\n\nThe Central Line does not directly connect with the heritage railway.  It is necessary to take a (specially provisioned heritage) bus from Epping station.  Suitable bus departures are 10.25 or 10.55.  The journey from Epping LU station to the heritage railway is 10 minutes.\nI intend to be at Epping for the 10.25 bus.  So that means catching the 9.03 Thameslink from East Croydon.  So that in turn means meeting at 8.50.  If you prefer not such an early start\, you could slip these times by half an hour.\nIn order to get the most out of the choir in action\, I think you should arrive at the Epping Ongar railway (North Weald station) by 11.30.  So\, as previously mentioned\, that means the connecting bus from Epping LU station at 10.55.  (Or 10.25 earlier\, which will enable you to do a quick trip from North Weald to Epping Forest and back by 11.30.)\nAllow 1 hour and 20 minutes East Croydon to Epping LU station.\nConfused?  Even more detail on heritage train timetable and connecting heritage bus timetable here: https://www.eorailway.co.uk/visit/date/28-07-2024/\nStill confused?  Just meet me at East Croydon ticket hall at 8.50am sharp.\nWe travel to London Bridge first.  Walk across to Bank underground station (or tube it if feeling lazy / pressed for time) and pick up the Central Line.\nWe depart Epping around 5pm for return home.\nI will be able to inform you where and when the choir are performing nearer the time – preferably share with you during the journey there if you make the early start.\n\n\n\n\n\nCheers!\nAndrew
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/epping-ongar-railway-beer-festival/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Day Event,Outdoor Events,Social
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240727T210000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
CREATED:20240621T161425Z
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SUMMARY:Ruskin House Garden Party
DESCRIPTION:An annual festival featuring folk and blues music\, with food stalls and licensed bars. COPSE members will be in attendance and will be hosting a stall there.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/ruskin-house-garden-party-3/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Day Event,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240616T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240616T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
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SUMMARY:Woolwich Dockyards Walk
DESCRIPTION:I will be leading a walk on Sunday 16th June to Woolwich Dockyard. \nWe will meet at East Croydon station at 9.50 to catch the 10:03 East Croydon (platform 4) Thameslink towards Bedford which arrives 10:20 London Bridge. Then we catch the 10:31 from London Bridge (platform 1) to Woolwich Dockyard arriving at 10.50. \nIf you wish to meet at London Bridge or Woolwich Dockyard please let me know. \nI aim that we visit both Woolwich Dockyard and the Woolwich Arsenal during the walk which will take around 4 hours and about 8 km (5 miles). \nIt will be along paved areas and through parks so light walking shoes are fine. \nFor added excitement I am planning that we sail on the Woolwich Ferry to North Woolwich and return via the foot tunnel. \nWe will end up at the Great Harry\, the Wetherspoons pub in Woolwich\, for a late lunch at about 3 pm -so you might like to bring a sandwich to keep you going. \nWe will return from Woolwich Arsenal station to London Bridge\, and then to East Croydon station. \nLet me know if you are going to come along and look forward to seeing you on Sunday 16th! \nCheers \nAndy Thompson \n07751182930 \n 
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/woolwich-dockyards-walk/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Outdoor Events,Walking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240616
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
CREATED:20240325T220811Z
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SUMMARY:Dorking - Day of Dance; Reigate Summer Festival - Evening
DESCRIPTION:Any COPSErs who come down to Dorking can gather to watch some colourful and energetic dancing\, wander around the quite pleasant town together\, locating a few of the local pubs\, share a lunch break in one of those –  or choose between the many coffee shops and other eateries.\n\nI leave individuals to work out their own transport arrangements (at present\, I am still in Berlin!) but I shall be travelling to Dorking by car.\n\nI suggest those wanting to enjoy the mass dance display at the start\, head for arrival at the Dorking Halls by 10.30am.  I aim to be there by then and shall be looking for some of you!\n\nTo conclude the day out\, please continue to the bottom of this message to see input from Margaret\, with her invitation to transfer eastwards to Reigate for the evening.\n\nHopefully\, phone signals will be good in Dorking town and any of you can reach me on my mobile\, as the daytime progresses.\n\nRegards\,\n\nIreen Best 07968 035522\n\n\n\n\n\n \nIreen and I are joining forces to offer an evening of music in Reigate to complement your Day of Dance in Dorking. It is very easy to get to Reigate from Dorking by train or bus. \n \nReigate Summer Festival: Home – Reigate Summer Festival is a new event for this year celebrating  various local arts groups.\n \nI will be there to promote Renewed Hope\, one of the three charities being supported by the festival:Reigate Summer Festival 2024 – GiveWheel.\n \nI suggest meeting at the Market Stores pub from 18:00 to discover what is on:\nSchedule – Reigate Summer Festival. The pub is very close to the main music venue\, the Tunnel Stage. We could also find somewhere to eat\, but it would be good to book this in advance.\n\nRegards\n \nMargaret
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/dorking-day-of-dance/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Day Event,Further Afield,Outdoor Events,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240601T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240601T213000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
CREATED:20240527T211502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T105451Z
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SUMMARY:Ceilidh / Barn dance at Beddington village hall
DESCRIPTION:An invite for fellow Copsers to put their best (two left) feet forward….\n\nI will be going to the Ceilidh / Barn dance at Beddington village hall this Saturday 1st June if any members are interested in joining me.\n\nDetails:\n\nDate: Saturday 1st June 2024.\n\nVenue Beddington village hall CR04TA\n\nDoors open at 7pm.\n\nDance from 7.30pm – 9.30pm.\n\nCost: £7.00 (cash) on the door.\n\nLive music from the Wandle Ceilidh band.\n\nPeople can bring their own drinks and glasses.\n\nNo experience required. In fact this will be my first barn dance.\n\nTravel plans:\n\nMeet at West Croydon Bus station at 6.30pm latest. This will allow time to catch the 18.36 410 bus to Croydon Rd/Plough lane followed by a short 0.3 mile walk to the hall. Return travel via the same route.\n\nFor anyone wishing to drive there is very limited parking at the halls\, possibly some limited parking in nearby side roads.\n\nI notice that there is a pub nearby (The Harvest Home)\, perhaps we can go there afterwards.\n\n\nMy mobile: 07403 808 007
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/ceilidh-barn-dance-at-beddington-village-hall/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Outdoor Events,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240527T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240527T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
CREATED:20240325T220313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T084421Z
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SUMMARY:Walk: Dickens in London
DESCRIPTION:On Monday 27th May I’ll be leading a Dickens themed walk around some of parts of London he frequented \nWe will meet at East Croydon station on the main concourse at 12 noon to catch 12.15 train to St Pancras where our walk will start 30 minutes later. An early stop will be at the Charles Dickens Museum in Doughty Street where he and his family lived from 1837-1839. Those who want to look around it’s £12.50/£10.00 and for those who don’t we can grab a cuppa in the cafe/garden. The walk will continue through Farrington\, Holborn and the City of London ending at London Bridge. We expect to see 40+ Dickens related sights. \nAt the end of the walk we can take refreshments at the George Inn loved by Dickens. If you want more information before the walk feel free to ask. If you need to contact me on the day my number is 07931 533785 \nLook forward to seeing lots of you on Monday \nJulie
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/walk-dickens-in-london/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Outdoor Events,Walking
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240519
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UID:5352-1715990400-1716076799@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Day Trip to Brighton
DESCRIPTION:During May Brighton is bursting with life thanks to the Brighton Festival https://brightonfestival.org/ and Brighton Fringe https://www.brightonfringe.org/events/? \n\nIf you are up for a loosely organised amble around the town and some of its FREE performing arts events and laines and beachfront bars\, please come along.   Timings below. \n\nThere is also a ticketed event in the fringe that I think would appeal and is at a sensible time: https://www.brightonfringe.org/events/the-flying-bubble-show/  The Flying Bubble Show.  And for which tickets  are available.  “Dive into The Flying Bubble Show\, where dreams and reality blur in a breathtaking fusion of bubble magic and aerial flying.”  1pm;  standard ticket £14  concession £12.   Please buy your own ticket.   Or if you’d like me to book for you\, let me know.   I have booked myself a ticket.  \n  \nRough plan for the day: \n\nMeet East Croydon 9.45am / buy rail tickets (Thameslink day return £15.50 before concessions) \n09.59 Train to Brighton \n10.48 Train arrives Brighton \n11am to 12.30pm amble through North Laine area with its quirky shops and cafes \n12.45 arrive at Fool’s Paradise\, venue for\, at 1.00pm\, The Flying Bubble Show\, see above \n2.00pm  exit show and find lunch \n3.00pm to 6.00pm amble beachfront and multiple FREE performance events (e.g. World Kiosk\, Anchored in Air *\, The Journey\, Neolithic Cannibals: Deep Listening to the Unheard\, Days of Wonder\, Ooze Machines ) \n\n* For “Anchored in Air” the one show is at 2.30pm so we would have to work out where that venue is and hot foot it. \n\nThen around 6.00pm we should have easy / takeaway food (e.g. fish and chips) and find somewhere to collapse for a drink – beachfront bar maybe.   Possibly a restaurant but that would be a major challenge to accommodate a group during a festival Saturday? \n\nThen around 8.00pm\, unless we have found another event to attend I think we will be happy to set off back home. \n\nBy all means explore the festival and fringe programme and suggest events we could go to. \nRegards \nAndrew \n07985 936953
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/day-trip-to-brighton/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Day Event,Further Afield,Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240516T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240516T183000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
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UID:5451-1715855400-1715884200@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:South Kensington and Hyde Park
DESCRIPTION:On the 16th May we will meet at E. Croydon station at 10.15 for 10.30am to Victoria station then to Gloucester Road station to see sculptures by a lady artist then walk to South Kensington station tunnel to see her posters with anagrams. After that we will visit the Natural History Museum and have a tea break for about an hour. \n\nIn the afternoon we will visit Hyde park where the old Crystal Palace museum used to be (subsequently then moved to Upper Norwood). We will carry on walking to the Royal Society Musical academy museum where you can even play some musical instruments.\n\nBy 4-4.30pm walk back to Victoria station have a meal at Wetherspoons then back to E Croydon station.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/south-kensington-and-hyde-park/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Social,Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240425T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
CREATED:20240316T000720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T231312Z
UID:5319-1714037400-1714064400@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Visit to the Royal Institution
DESCRIPTION:A London walk  to the Royal Institution (free entry)\, and other mystery places of interest\, including a free visit to the Collection Gallery at the Royal Academy of Arts. Julie and myself will be co-leading the walk. \nThe Royal Institution of Great Britain (often the Royal Institution\, abbreviated Ri or RI) is an organisation for scientific education and research. Throughout its history\, the Institution has supported public engagement with science through a programme of lectures\, many of which continue today. The most famous of these are the annual Royal Institution Christmas Lectures\, founded by Michael Faraday in 1825\, which are televised every year on the BBC. You will also be able to see the actual laboratory where Michael Faraday made some of his fundamental discoveries and you will also get to visit a museum in the RI\, showing various discoveries made there. \nWe will be meeting at East Croydon station 9.30 am\, hoping to catch the 9.45 am train Plat 4\, to Victoria station. We will be walking from Victoria to the Royal Institution near Green Park. There are toilets at Victoria station and at our destinations. I suggest you bring refreshments\, in which you can have the opportunity to have them in the seating area of the courtyard at the Royal Academy of Arts. There are also cafes inside the Royal Institution and the Royal Academy of Arts. After\, we are planning to walk around St James’ Park and then walk back to Victoria\, and find a pub there in Victoria. \nAny questions\, please do not hesitate to email me. \nKind regards\, \nMaria
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/visit-to-the-royal-institution/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240413T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240413T220000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
CREATED:20240104T174513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T205423Z
UID:5182-1713034800-1713045600@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Rock and Roll evening @ St Matthews in Redhill
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a spectacular night of music as The Rooftops take the stage at St. Matthew’s Church Hall on 13 April! This electrifying band is known for their passion for classic rock\, and they’re all set to deliver a powerhouse performance featuring iconic covers from legends like The Beatles\, The Rolling Stones\, The Who\, Stevie Wonder\, and Elton John. Immerse yourself in a nostalgic journey through the 70s\, 80s\, and 90s\, as The Rooftops bring to life the timeless hits with their dynamic flair and high-energy execution. Tickets (advance price: adults £7 under 16s £4) are on sale at: https://tickets.myiknowchurch.co.uk/gb/NjgxMS00/t or contact me direct. Ticket price includes snacks and nibbles. Please bring your own drink and glasses (and your dancing shoes!).\n\nSt Matthew’s is on Station Road\, close to both the railway and bus stations. See: https://www.stmatthews-redhill.org.uk/findus.htm.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/rock-and-roll-evening-st-matthews-in-redhill/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240323T091500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
CREATED:20240104T174036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T173718Z
UID:5180-1711185300-1711213200@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Walk: City of London Livery Companies
DESCRIPTION:On saturday (23rd) we’ll be having a closer look at some of the city’s livery company halls + courtyards where the plan is as follows:		 \nMeet at EastCroydon Station from 9.15am to take the 9.30am (approx) Thameslink train to Blackfriars Station (North side). \nA “clockwise” walk around the city from Blackfriars Station to London Bridge Station which will also include a quiz + pub stop somewhere.		 \nAs some of us are going to Ruskin House’s “charity” concert that night\, we’ll be aiming to get back to East Croydon by 5pm which will give us plenty of time to have a meal + drinks in “The Spread Eagle” pub before heading off to Ruskin House anytime from 7pm. 
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/city-of-london-livery-companies/
CATEGORIES:Cultural
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240302T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240302T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
CREATED:20240103T203658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T115213Z
UID:5174-1709373600-1709398800@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Brutalist Architecture Walk
DESCRIPTION:An afternoon walk finishing with an option for an early evening pizza near Norwood Junction station. \nMeet at East Croydon station at 2pm. \nThe title of the walk\, as put forward to the Copse November planning meeting\, is “The brutalist architecture of Croydon and South Norwood”. I got the idea from an event at Bookseller Crow entitled “Concretopia: a brutal decade” a talk by Croydon author John Grinrod which was attended by Val\, Alan and myself. This was supplemented by the “Little Manhattan” audio tour supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and more recently by Elain Harwood’s “Brutalist Britain” which includes buildings in Croydon and South Norwood. \nMost of the buildings we will visit will be in central Croydon so we will leave from outside East Croydon station at 2pm. If anyone is running late (hopefully not!) my number is 07931 533785. Due to weekend engineering works we will later take one of the several buses that run between Croydon and South Norwood to see the last few buildings on my tour there. I plan to end the tour at the Shelverdine Goathouse pub (7-8 High Street\, South Norwood SE25 6EP) for drinks and then to order in takeaways to the pub (they don’t charge for this) from local eateries of your choice eg pizza\, Chinese\, Thai should wish to stay for something to eat. \nFOR THOSE WISHING TO STAY FOR OR JUST COME TO THE GOATHOUSE PLEASE LET ME KNOW ASAP SO I CAN ENSURE WE HAVE SUFFICIENT SEATING  \nThank you and I look forward to seeing you on Saturday \nJulie \n 
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/brutalist-architecture/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240210T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240210T230000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
CREATED:20240103T201735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240203T171121Z
UID:5165-1707593400-1707606000@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Buddy Holly Tribute Concert @ Ruskin House
DESCRIPTION:Saturday evening\, 10th February\, some of us will be enjoying a local social and musical gathering at Ruskin House for their 2024 “Buddy Holly Night” – and this year I have arranged with the organiser for some seats / tables to be reserved for a COPSE group.  Full details in attached poster.  (You’ll have to pay your own entrance fee.) \nThere is no obligation to get up and dance – but several of us usually seem to! \nIf you would like to come along and sit together with others from our club\, please let me know so that I can advise numbers by Saturday. \nRegards\, \nIreen Best (07968 035522)
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/buddy-holly-tribute-concert-ruskin-house/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231125T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231125T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
CREATED:20230928T130812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231123T153405Z
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SUMMARY:Tour of Chislehurst Caves and Optional Stroll
DESCRIPTION:A 50-minute tour of the Caves\, starting at 12.00\n\n\nFollowed (optionally) by a 3.5 mile stroll to Hawkwood Estate\n\n\nWe may fit in a pub stop\n\n\n1 Book your ticket – a bargain for the under 3s!\nPlaces appear to be limited to 40\, so it’s best to book your ticket beforehand to ensure you get in. You can do this in one of at least three ways: \nOnline: https://chislehurst-caves.co.uk/product/saturday-25th-november/ \nPhone: 020 8467 3264 \nEmail: enquiries@chislehurstcaves.co.uk \nPrices are: \nAdult (16-59) £8 \nSenior (60+) £6 \nChild (3-15) £6 \nUnder 3 £0.01 \n2 Travel there\nHere’s my route: \n10.20 Gather at East Croydon Station \n10.37 from Platform 4 to London Bridge \n11.01 from London Bridge Platform 1 to Chislehurst (in Zone 5)\, arriving 11.25 \nthen a short walk to the Caves \nNo doubt other routes are available\, and there is car parking if you want to go that way. \n3 Optional stroll of 3.5 miles around the Hawkwood Estate\nSome paths may be muddy\, but otherwise an easy walk. \n4 Pub Stop\n(possibly) \n5 Return by same route\n  \nKen \n07921 258876
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/tour-of-chislehurst-caves-possible-other-activity-in-addition/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Outdoor Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Ken":MAILTO:ken@brogan.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231122T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231122T220000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
CREATED:20230928T131656Z
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SUMMARY:Kew Gardens  Christmas Winter Light Show
DESCRIPTION:As part of their Christmas celebrations\, Kew Gardens are running  their annual spectacular Winter Lights trail through the gardens from 15 November 2023 to 7 January 2024. I am intending to go on Wednesday 22 November arriving for the 6pm time slot.  Anyone who would like to join me would be very welcome.  I went to this trail last year and can thoroughly recommend it.  \nYou will need to buy your own ticket.  If the 6pm time slot is sold out you could try and book for the 6.20 slot. The cost is £22.50 (off peak charge) Plus £2.50 transaction fee.  You can protect your ticket against illness or accident for £1.65.  It also protects against transport disruption\, not known about at the time of booking.  To buy tickets go to https://www.kew.org/kew-gardens/whats-on/christmas.  There you will find all the information you need. You should note that there are no refunds for bad weather unless the event is cancelled because of safety concerns. \n If you are joining me make sure you pick the 6pm time slot (if it’s still available) and if\, like me\, you are coming by public transport also pick the Elizabeth Gate as your entry point.  If coming by car you can reserve a space when you purchase your ticket in Kew’s Ferry Lane Car Park.  There are also spaces at the National Archives Car Park.  Your entry point would be the Brentford Gate. For those who haven’t been there\, Kew Gardens is easy to reach by train from East Croydon via Clapham Junction to Kew Bridge Station\, from where it’s an 8-10 minute walk to the gardens. \nThe trail is approximately 3 km and takes up to 2 hours to walk through. Once you are inside the gardens you can spend as long as you like\, although there is a one way system.There are stalls along the way selling food and hot drinks.  The cafe by the Victoria Gate will also be open. The trail is described on the website as follows \nIt’s a botanical world brimming with seasonal cheer as twinkling lights and seasonal sounds fill the air. \nDiscover glittering tunnels of light\, dancing lakeside reflections and trees drenched in jewel-like colour. \nFor a moment of reflection\, pause at mesmerising flickering flames in the fire garden\, wander beneath larger-than-life illuminations and don’t forget to glimpse Father Christmas along the way. \nPlease let me know if you would like to join me – It’s best that you buy your ticket(s) as soon as possible since this event is very popular. Depending on the interest I will send out details later of meeting times at either East Croydon or the Elizabeth Gate.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/kew-gardens-christnmas-winter-light-show/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231119T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231119T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
CREATED:20231116T144157Z
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SUMMARY:Visit to Thai Buddhist temple in Wimbledon for Loy Krathong festival
DESCRIPTION:A late addition to the Programme after the postponement of Saturday’s Cambridge trip.\nI will be visiting the Thai Buddhist temple in Wimbledon this coming Sunday when the festival of Loy Krathong will be celebrated. \n \nIf you are interested in joining me you can do so at 12:30 at the front of East Croydon station from where we will catch the tram to Wimbledon. At 1.15 we will set off from there on a 25 minute walk to the temple. If you want to meet us in Wimbledon\, we will be outside the entrance which is opposite a Pret A Manger and a Starbucks. The weather forecast for Sunday is that it will be mostly dry though there is a chance of a light shower in the afternoon. \nYou can also make your own way to the temple which is located at 14 Calonne Rd\, London SW19 5HJ. \nMy mobile number is 0785 372 6853 if you need to contact me on the day. \nAll the best\, \nGreg \nhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loy_Krathong \n 
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/visit-to-thai-buddhist-temple-in-wimbledon-for-loy-krathong-festival/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231112T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231112T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
CREATED:20230928T124343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T114514Z
UID:4887-1699783200-1699808400@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Geology Walk.    (Croydon Minster to Addington Village + Pub)
DESCRIPTION:Andy will take us on an educational stroll – things you never knew about Croydon geology. \nThe Croydon Geology Walk will start from Croydon Minster Parish Church near Reeves Corner at 11 am on Sunday 12th November. \nThe walk starts in Croydon town centre\, crosses parkland\, goes through woods and up a steep wooded hill and down a gentle gradient along roads and to Addington Park. \nDistance about 4 miles or 6.2km. \nWe should get to The Harvesters Cricketers pub in Addington between 1.30 and 2 dependent on dawdling and field conditions. \nThe pub serves food. I’ve never eaten there but I guess its standard “old favorites” Harvesters fare. \nThe Addington Village Interchange for buses and trams is across the way. \nCheers! \nAndy
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/geology-walk-croydon-minster-to-addington-village-pub/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231021T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231021T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
CREATED:20230927T182514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T130651Z
UID:4874-1697875200-1697907600@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:SKY GARDEN & Walk (Cancelled due to being fully booked)
DESCRIPTION:Event cancelled due to Sky Gardens being fully booked on the 21st Oct.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/sky-garden-walk/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230929T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230929T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
CREATED:20230913T004840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230917T002218Z
UID:4800-1695996000-1696006800@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Visit to Thai Buddhist Temple in Wimbledon (guided tour at 2pm)
DESCRIPTION:A guided visit to the Buddhapadipa Temple which is a Thai Buddhist temple located in Wimbledon. The tour is booked for 2pm. Please see below for the link to their website for more information. \n\nAbout Us \n\nFor those who would like to travel from East Croydon\, the arrangement is that we meet at 12:15 – 12:20 and take the next tram to Wimbledon. We should arrive there around 1pm and will wait in front of the station for any who would like to meet us there. At 1:10 we will set off for the temple which is around a 30 minute walk away. If there are any who would like to meet us at the temple\, please get there before 2 so that you can join the guided visit. The temple is open to the general public so you are able to enter beforehand and wander around the grounds. Please see the link below for information about visiting. Do note that there is a dress code of discreet clothing.  \n\nSchool / Group Visits \n\nThis event needs to be booked in advance – we will need to let the temple know numbers before our visit. \nAfter the tour we can walk around the temple grounds and there is an option of going for a Thai meal or refreshments at the nearby Giggling Squid.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/visit-to-thai-buddist-temple-in-wimbledon-guided-tour-at-2pm/
CATEGORIES:Cultural
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230429T094500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230429T180000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
CREATED:20221228T191652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T222642Z
UID:4325-1682761500-1682791200@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Visit to Kew Gardens
DESCRIPTION:9.45am meet EC stn—10am train to CJ stn—–10.40am train to richmond stn—-tube or overground to kew gardens stn for about11.30am — then a short ten minute walk to the main “victoria gate”\n\nticket prices (without donation)booked in advance.:–  Adults £19.00.    Concessions (65+) £18.00\non the day (without donation):-.    Adults £24.00.  Concessions (65+) £21.50.\nFor tickets.   See URL Link below\n\nIt’s normally very busy on saturdays\, it would advisable  that everybody books their ticket well “in advance” for either a noon or a 12.15pm “entry time slot” (although there might be tickets left for later in the day).\nOnce inside kew gardens\, you can spend the rest of the  day as you please until 5pm/5.30pm when\nwe’ll meet up at the shop by the main “victoria gate”\nDepending on time/weather\, there might be awalk back to richmond + find local pub for a drink.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/visit-to-kew-gardens/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Day Event,Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230327T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230327T223000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
CREATED:20221228T191557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T094426Z
UID:4323-1679943600-1679956200@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Fairfield Halls: Swedish Philharmonia
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/fairfield-halls-swedish-philharmonia/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Outdoor Events,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230218T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
CREATED:20221228T190734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T094706Z
UID:4309-1676710800-1676739600@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Geeks Transport Tour of London
DESCRIPTION:Join other transport geeks\, enthusiasts and day trippers for a ride on and visit to some of London’s newest transport infrastructure and trains\, with an emphasis on the East.   Naturally transport providers have thwarted some best laid plans through timetable changes and bus replacement.  So unfortunately we won’t be travelling on the shortest rail service in the UK (Upminster to Romford) or travelling direct from Liverpool Street to Barking. \nAssemble 10.30am sharp at East Croydon station ticket hall ready for a 10.42 train to London Bridge.  You are responsible for buying suitable ticket.  Contactless or Oyster  card would be the best. \nIn spite of the disappointment of not visiting Upminster\, we will pass through some lesser used stations (as far as Croydonians are concerned) such as Canon Street and Fenchurch Street.  We will see evidence of multimillion\, ongoing capacity upgrade at Bank station\, travel on two brand new lines including gawping at the River Thames from the upcoming Barking Riverside development and its new station and take a convoluted route (via Wanstead Park / Forest Gate (Elizabeth Line)) to Romford to see what’s there (the Croydon of East London?).  After all that\, we will probably want to rush back to the more familiar central London. \nAt this stage / afternoon there may be other places to go\, trains to see that I have not thought of – do contribute ideas. \nPubs around Covent Garden will be busy with weekend and theatre custom (in fact desired pub is booked out till May) so I plan a conclusion at The Castle\, Farringdon from where people can find their Thameslink way home when they please (“London Terminals” national rail ticket / season is not valid at Farringdon\, so contactless and Oyster is best).   Those who wish may like to have a late afternoon / early evening meal there and if that is the case let me know by Wednesday 15 February so I can try and secure a table(s).
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/geeks-transport-tour-of-london-2/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Day Event,Outdoor Events,Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230217T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230217T223000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
CREATED:20221228T190636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T094847Z
UID:4307-1676662200-1676673000@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Mitre Theatre Production: Isla  (Venue: Lime Meadow Avenue)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/mitre-theatre-production-isla-venue-lime-meadow-avenue/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Outdoor Events,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221119T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221119T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T072601
CREATED:20220922T110755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T110755Z
UID:4043-1668852000-1668877200@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Visit to the Old Clink Museum\, London Bridge
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/visit-to-the-old-clink-museum-london-bridge/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Social
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