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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
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240519
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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
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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:20260516T082313
CREATED:20240316T000720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T231312Z
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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:20260516T082313
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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:20260516T082313
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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:20260516T082313
CREATED:20240103T203658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T115213Z
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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
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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:20260516T082313
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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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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:20260516T082313
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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:20260516T082313
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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:20260516T082313
CREATED:20230927T182514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T130651Z
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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
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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:20260516T082313
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:20260516T082313
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:20260516T082313
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:20260516T082313
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221119T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221119T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T082313
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221111T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221111T230000
DTSTAMP:20260516T082313
CREATED:20221109T115740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T115740Z
UID:4195-1668193200-1668207600@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Stanley Halls Ceilidh - a Chance to Dance!
DESCRIPTION:A good number of COPSErs regularly enjoyed these monthly sessions\, prior to lockdown.  If you look carefully at the photo below\, you may spot a couple of our Members enjoying themselves. \nTake your feet for a treat – my term for these traditional dances is “exercise with a smile on your face”! \n \nPrices:  We can gain a good price of £9 per person\, if we pre-book at least ten tickets.  (Normal advance adult tickets are £12\, on-the-door £15.)  Please come back to me\, as soon as possible\, if you’re able to join us on Friday.  I shall pay for the group’s tickets and you can settle with me on the evening.  (Obviously\, you need to be definite about coming to be included in this discounted price.) \nIf you have not been to a ceilidh/barn dance before\, do not fear; all the sequences of movements are explained by a “caller” and we usually have a very good time. \nThe Halls have a bar.  Parking is free in the area.  Public transport options are: \nBuses: Routes 196 and 410 stop directly outside of Stanley Arts. \nRoutes 75\, 157\, 197 and 312 stop within a few minutes’ walk. \nTrains: Stanley Arts is just a five minute walk from Norwood Junction station. \nDo come back to me with any queries. \nIreen Best 07968 035522 \n\nIn Stanley Arts’ own words: \nCome one\, come all for a night of dancing and merriment just like the good old days! \nBack in November 2019\, when no one knew the word “Covid”\, The Conquering Heroes played a ceilidh (traditional dance) at Stanley Halls and an amazing time was had by all. Now you – yes you! – can join us for such a night once again! \nCame last time? Relive the glory days of pre-pandemic life!  Missed out on the fun last time around? Don’t miss out again! Never heard of a ceilidh? Worried that you won’t know what do to? Think you are a terrible dancer? Have no fear! Our experienced callers will teach you the steps to some of the world’s favourite group and partner dances.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/stanley-halls-ceilidh-a-chance-to-dance/
LOCATION:Stanley Arts\, 12 South Norwood Hill\, London\, SE25 6AB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220917T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T082313
CREATED:20220624T072004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T192538Z
UID:3835-1663407000-1663434000@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Open House Festival London
DESCRIPTION:Open House Festival is a two week celebration of London’s housing\, architecture and neighbourhoods. \nAs a visitor to the Open House Festival you can get access to a huge number remarkable buildings\, landscapes and neighbourhoods all over London. \nWe will keep mainly to central London properties in walking distance\, but could use bus or tube if necessary. \nBarry\, our member will take you to visit some of the many.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/open-house-festival-london/
CATEGORIES:Cultural
ORGANIZER;CN="Barry W":MAILTO:barry.wilson9@btinternet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220904T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220904T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T082313
CREATED:20220624T071847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T195736Z
UID:3831-1662285600-1662310800@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Hew Locke exhibition: The Procession
DESCRIPTION:Meet at East Croydon Station at 10.20\, get the 10.30 train to Victoria.\n\nFrom Victoria catch either the 185 or C10 to Pimlico and then a short walk to the Tate.\n\n\nLooking forward to seeing lots of you for this exhibition\, plus other works at Tate Britain.  I suggest the 8 rooms on British Art.  After which we can walk to St James’s Park and through to Green Park for a Picnic.  So please bring your packed lunch.  Any ideas of where to venture from there are warmly welcomed!\n\nThe Procession is an outstanding creation by Hew Locke.  I will forward further detail on the inspiration and background ideas soon.  To have a look yourselves please find information on Artuk.com and on the Tate Britain website.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/hew-locke-exhibition-the-procession/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220821T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220821T180000
DTSTAMP:20260516T082313
CREATED:20220624T071251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220624T071457Z
UID:3825-1661072400-1661104800@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Visit to Bhaktivedanta Manor
DESCRIPTION:Meet at East Croydon by 09:50 for the 10:03 train \nBack in the 70’s George Harrison bought the Hare Krishna movement a manor house in Hertfordshire. 50 years later it’s still going strong. \nVisitors are welcome\, and there are lots of activities. \nYou don’t need to join their cult to enjoy the visit\, just tell them you are already in COPSE. There is no entrance fee\, but it would be fair for us to all make a donation. \nWe have an offer from them to open their old gate in the village\, which is usually locked\, to let us in on foot. We could get our own monk to open the magic door to let us in like VIPs (Very Important Pilgrims). This might or might not happen. If not we can walk down to the main entrance by Holland Farm\, as shows on the map below. \nThey offer free food\, but it might still be a good idea to bring snacks and drinks. \nThe network of many footpaths would allow us to take an alternative route back to the station. Also we could continue West to return by Watford Junction.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/visit-to-bhaktivedanta-manor/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220226T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220226T160000
DTSTAMP:20260516T082313
CREATED:20211124T203830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220221T194317Z
UID:3485-1645869600-1645891200@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Visit Whitehall Museum\, Cheam
DESCRIPTION:I plan to walk around the village and into Nonsuch park\, for about one hour and a half. \nThen we go for refreshments in the onsite café. \nAfter that you will visit the museum in YOUR OWN time and then you can make your way home. \nMeet by the X26 bus stop in Dingwall Road by East Croydon station in time to catch the 11.59 bus to Cheam. You can also get the bus from West Croydon. \nFor people travelling to Cheam by other means meet in front of Whitehall at 12.40 \nAddress 1\, Malden Road Cheam\, Cheam\, Sutton SM3 8QD
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/walk-with-the-chance-to/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Social,Walking
ORGANIZER;CN="Olga":MAILTO:olga@copsecroydon.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220219T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220219T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T082313
CREATED:20211124T203343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220214T170241Z
UID:3481-1645264800-1645290000@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Visit to Bletchley Park
DESCRIPTION:Meet at East Croydon station by 10 to get a direct train to Bletchley. Please by your return ticket in advance so you are ready to go. \nEntrance is £21 or £18.50 for over 60s (bring proof) and if you are English Heritage members is £16.80 or £14.50 for over 60s. We can get tickets on the door or you can prebook yours through their website. \nBletchley Park closes at 4pm in winter so we could catch the 4.17 or drop in for a drink at the Eight Bells and catch the next/later train. \nMost of you probably know about it from the 2014 film the Imitation Game starring Benedict Cummerbatch. It was the M16 code breaking centre famous for Alan Turing breaking the Enigma code. Is it said to have turned the outcome of the war to our favour and shortening the war by c 3 years obviously saving very many lives. Here is a web link so you can find out more about what there is to see. \nhttps://bletchleypark.org.uk/event_type/exhibition/ \nFor any further questions contact Julie on 07931 533785 and let Julie know by Friday lunchtime if you intend to go.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/visit-to-bletchley-park/
CATEGORIES:Cultural
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200301T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200301T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T082313
CREATED:20191227T180203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200111T123100Z
UID:2698-1583060400-1583082000@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Postal Museum & Mail Underground Ride
DESCRIPTION:Tickets bookable in advance
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/the-postal-museum-mail-underground-ride/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Day Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200202T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200202T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T082313
CREATED:20191227T175553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200123T085013Z
UID:2686-1580635800-1580662800@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Hidden London – Lib’s London Walk
DESCRIPTION:Assemble from 11:15 at East Croydon station ticket hall for the 11:34 To London Bridge. \n  \nExplore\, hike\, discover\, marvel and wonder at the hidden secrets of Croydon’s companion town\, Londinium\, far away “over the water” * \n  \n“Hidden London” theme means this is all a little hush hush. We will pass by and visit a series of hidden features. Some hidden from sight\, some hidden in plain sight. \n  \nAfter finding some hidden places in the immediate vicinity of London Bridge\, we will take a mystery trip to a hidden corner of London\, where we will hike on a hidden path for around five miles. \n  \nOur outbound train arrives at London bridge 11:48\, so you can join us there instead. If you’re late or otherwise miss us\, we’ll be in the general area for about one hour\, so you can track is down by phone or other magical means. \n  \nExpect all the walking to be completed in daylight\, before finding a hidden station to take us back on a hidden route to good old Croydon\, by which time it might just have gone dark. All the transport links are within the TFL zones 1-6.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/hidden-london-libs-london-walk/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200126T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T082313
CREATED:20191227T175348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200115T141909Z
UID:2682-1580032800-1580058000@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Down House (Home of Charles Darwin) Visit & Walk
DESCRIPTION:Catch the 119 bus at 10.09 from East Croydon Bus Stop E1 (or at 10.07 from Fairfield Halls Bus Stop KC) to Hayes George Lane.  Then catch the 146 bus at 10.42.  Get off at Holmwood Farm at 10.50 where we will assemble.\n\nWe will then walk just under 3 miles to Down House where you can buy lunch or eat your own and then explore the house and gardens.  After that we will walk half a mile in to Downe itself for some liquid refreshment then get the bus home – departing at 20 past the hour.\n\nIf anybody wishes to drive and offer lifts then let Tim know\, but if you want to do the walk you will need to park in Downe by 10.15 then walk a mile back to the start.cheers
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/down-house-home-of-charles-darwin-visit-walk/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Walking
ORGANIZER;CN="Tim A":MAILTO:timcpfcaldridge@hotmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190803T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190803T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T082313
CREATED:20190626T073342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190724T201929Z
UID:2366-1564830000-1564851600@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Outdoor Painting Session at Coombe Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Meet at Coombe Gardens 10.30 courtyard. \n  \n  \nIf you have clip boards please bring them with you. Pencils and paper will be provided. \n  \n  \nAbout 2 hours session plus optional picnic (bring your own)
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/outdoor-painting-session-coombe-gardens/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Social
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