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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231027
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UID:4878-1698364800-1698623999@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Weekend Trip To York
DESCRIPTION:this is an associate members weekend\, but now open to regular members. \nWe have booked 16 beds at York hostel which is on the R. Ouse riverside about 1.5k from Lendal Bridge near York station.  The cost will be £80 for the 2 nights.( Friday & Saturday) \nThere is plenty to see in York\, the Minster\, the castle\, the City Walls and several museums including the National Railway Museum \nYork can be reached in under 2 hours by train from Kings Cross. \nWe may also consider staying Sunday night if anyone wishes to return on Monday. \nPlease let me know if you are interested\, a deposit of £20 will be required by 26th September. \nThere are still some places on the York weekend. \nThe fees are £80 for the 2 nights or £94 if you want full breakfast included. (or pay separately for a continental breakfast or prepare your own in the members kitchen) \nSome of us will be staying until Monday – £36 for Sunday night or £42 B&B. \nWe will be taking the 11.06 train from Kings X to York. Ask me about choice of return trains\, most of us have paid about £45 return. (with railcard)
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/weekend-trip-to-york/
LOCATION:YORK YHA
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Weekend Away
ORGANIZER;CN="Barry W":MAILTO:barry.wilson9@btinternet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231022T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231022T180000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230927T182725Z
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SUMMARY:8 mile circular walk from Edenbridge
DESCRIPTION:I am inviting you to drag yourselves away from Croydon for some relatively fresh air in Kent on the above date.  I am leading an 8 mile circular walk from Edenbridge Town Railway Station.  Catch the 09.23 from East Croydon to Uckfield\, alighting at Edenbridge Town.  The fare with Senior Railcard or equivalent is £6\, your Oyster Card only gets you to Woldingham\, I believe you can pay just for the last bit. \nIt’s a very pleasant and scenic route\, with the possibility of a pub stop at the end in the only remaining pub in Edenbridge (the Crown)\, so bring a packed lunch. \ncheers
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/kent-walk/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Walking
ORGANIZER;CN="Tim A":MAILTO:timcpfcaldridge@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231021T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231021T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
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;VALUE=DATE:20231014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231015
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230921T160333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T161008Z
UID:4817-1697241600-1697327999@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:The 39th Gatliff Marathon
DESCRIPTION:Our premier public event. \nStarting at Edenbridge Cricket Club. Walk\, jog or run 25 or 50km\, mostly on footpaths and tracks\, in the Kent and Surrey countryside.\nFull details and how to enter are on our dedicated web page here.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/the-39th-gatliff-marathon/
CATEGORIES:Day Event,Walking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231009
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230702T163626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T145737Z
UID:4721-1696723200-1696809599@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Brixton Walk
DESCRIPTION:Meet outside Fairfield Halls at 1pm this Sunday. We will cross the road to catch the 109 bus to Brixton. It’s quite a long bus ride so do bring your packed lunch/ drinks/ snacks  \nWe will be doing quite an extensive tour of Brixton to include the prison\, windmill\, Bowie legacy\, market and much more. Thanks in advance to Keith S who has lots of knowledge about Brixton to share with us  \nWe are ending the trip with a meal at Dan Clare’s Kitchen at 6pm. (https://danclairskitchen.co.uk)       I currently have a booking for 18 people:\nIF you want to eat with us and are not on the email list please let me know ASAP. Similarly\, if you no longer are able to join us please let me know ASAP \nCurrently it’s scheduled to be warm and sunny in Brixton this Sunday aft\nFor those of you with woolly woofs the restaurant is dog friendly
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/brixton-walk/
CATEGORIES:Walking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231001
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230917T002806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230917T002806Z
UID:4808-1696032000-1696118399@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Walking Treasure Hunt -  Box Hill\, Dorking
DESCRIPTION:St Matthew’s Redhill is organising a Walking Treasure Hunt on Saturday 30th September\, along similar lines to the Weald Walkers Wander. The plan is to have a relatively easy morning session\, geared towards families and children\, but in which everyone can take part\, ending with a pub lunch at ‘The Stepping Stones’ pub next to Boxhill and Westhumble Station. The more seasoned walkers will then have an afternoon route to follow which will be more challenging\, both in terms of clues and the route itself.  \nThe walk is 5 miles in total\, 2.5 miles in the morning and 2.5 miles in the afternoon. The cost to enter is £1 per person. The maximum number of people in a team is 5.  The Stepping Stones pub is serving barbecue/street food/sandwiches and there is no need to book lunch in advance\, see: The Stepping Stones Pub Dorking\, Box Hill & Westhumble (steppingstonesdorking.co.uk). \nThe start is Rykas Cafe\, Box Hill at 09:45\, which has plenty car parking\, see:  Home | Rykas.  \nHowever\, there is going to be a rail strike on Saturday 30 September.  There is no limit to the number of teams COPSE can enter\, but we will need to know final numbers by Friday 29 September at the latest.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/walking-treasure-hunt-box-hill-dorking/
CATEGORIES:Day Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230929T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230929T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
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. \nhttps://www.watbuddhapadipa.org/about-us/ \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;VALUE=DATE:20230924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230925
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230702T163529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230909T083402Z
UID:4719-1695513600-1695599999@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Barnes Bridge Walk (6 miles)
DESCRIPTION:An easy going walk of about 6 miles along the banks of a very scenic part of The Thames.\nMeet Barnes Bridge Station 11.15am (direct train from Clapham Junction platform 5 at 11am). \nThe walk crosses Barnes Bridge and continues a few miles along the river and then crosses Hammersmith Bridge for a more wooded path and going by the yacht and canoe club to Fulham Bridge where we can cross again & spend some in time in Fulham Palace Gardens. \nThere is also an attractive park with fountains\, ornamental gardens and a Cafe. \nThe way back is by train from Fulham Broadway Station to Wimbledon & then tram back to Croydon.\nAlternatively\, Putney Station is 15 minutes walk away.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/barnes-bridge-walk/
CATEGORIES:Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230916T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230916T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230730T173007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230909T134820Z
UID:4757-1694858400-1694883600@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:North London Walk (West Hampstead to Highgate 6 miles)
DESCRIPTION:Meet at East Croydon Station from 9.40am for the 10.12am Thameslink train to West Hampstead. \nThis will be a six mile walk (mostly flat) via Hampstead\, Hampstead Heath\, Kenwood House (visit + tea stop)\, Highgate Village and Waterlow Park to either Highgate or Archway Station (both Northern Line). \nThere will be a pub stop 🍺🍷☕ near the end.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/north-london-walk-west-hampstead-to-highgate-6-miles/
CATEGORIES:Walking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230911
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230702T163448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230909T171637Z
UID:4717-1694304000-1694390399@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:East Grinstead now Not So Circular
DESCRIPTION:This is a stroll of about 8 miles into some interesting countryside around East Grinstead. Some small hills but nothing too taxing\, and we’ll fit in a pub call. \nUpdate 9th September  \nAs the heat seems about to continue\, I’ve looked at ways to reduce our exposure on tomorrow’s walk. The one I planned had lots of open country and it occurs to me it would be foolish to expose ourselves that much. \nSo I’ve devised an alternative route that is almost all in shade. Thanks to the late unlamented Dr Beeching the railway line between East Grinstead and Three Bridges is defunct\, and most of it is now a delightfully shaded footpath. \nThis does mean we no longer have a circular route\, and unfortunately you’ll need to buy two separate rail tickets – one to East Grinstead and one back from Three Bridges. Alternatively\, turn back at the halfway point (around Crawley Down). \nThe walk is still 8 miles and has even fewer hills (trains don’t like them). \nNo change to meeting arrangements: \nMeet at East Croydon Station at 10.25\, in time for the 10.39 to East Grinstead (usually platform 6) – or join the train at Sanderstead (10:44) or Riddlesdown (10:47). Arriving East Grinstead at 11.19. \nI’m sure I don’t need to remind seasoned COPSErs about the importance of water\, sunscreen\, hats etc – be careful out there! \nPS \nI’ve failed to find a pub on the way (the one in Crawley Down seems to have encountered its own Beeching Effect) but there is a small Co-op in Crawley Down if you need ready access to drinks and snacks. \n 
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/day-walk-details-to-follow/
CATEGORIES:Walking
ORGANIZER;CN="Ken":MAILTO:ken@brogan.co.uk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230820
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230821
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230702T163057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230702T163057Z
UID:4709-1692489600-1692575999@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Beachy Head Walk
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/beachy-head-walk/
CATEGORIES:Walking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230807
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230702T162731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T073042Z
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SUMMARY:Walk Maidenhead to Marlow (10 miles)
DESCRIPTION:Please meet at E.Croydon station by 9am for the 9.09 Thameslink train to Farringdon. Then we take the Elizabeth Line to Maidenhead\, but we have to change at Paddington\, arriving at Maidenhead 10.56. \nThe journey will be free for those with Freedom Passes \, otherwise you need to buy a return ticket to Maidenhead. \nThen it is about 25mins walk through the town to where we join the Thames path. We follow it through Cookham to Bourne End\, (6 miles) or on to Marlow (10 miles) if conditions permit. \nIt is an easy level path\, but it might be a bit muddy after the recent rain. You can bring a packed lunch\, but there are pubs and cafes en route. \nWe return from Marlow or Bourne End by train to Maidenhead . Departing at 15.29 from Marlow\, or 16.06 from Bourne End to Maidenhead 16.52. (hourly service) You will all need a ticket for this journey (£5.30 from Marlow) \nThen it will be about a 90 minute journey back to Croydon.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/maidenhead-walk/
CATEGORIES:Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230801T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230801T220000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230615T111300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230730T093848Z
UID:4647-1690921800-1690927200@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Summer Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Meet outside our Tuesday meeting hall from 8pm for an 8.15pm departure.  We will walk for 60 to 90 mins / approx. 2 miles\, through South Croydon taking in the lesser visited Haling Grove and the spaciousness of Purley Way Playing fields.  Majestic architecture\, flora and dusk skies will amaze us. \nYou can curtail the walk with a ride on the 119 bus but eager copsers will wish to conclude the walk via the enigmatic Violet Lane and The Waldrons\, dip down via an old Club haunt and up to our usual watering hole of Ruskin House (approx. 9.45 / 10pm). \nAndrew
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/summer-stroll/
CATEGORIES:Tuesday Club Nights,Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230713T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230719T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230528T210340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230528T210350Z
UID:4590-1689235200-1689786000@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Camping Trip to Cornwall (1 week)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/camping-trip-to-cornwall-1-week/
CATEGORIES:Camping
ORGANIZER;CN="Tim A":MAILTO:timcpfcaldridge@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230711T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230711T220000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230615T110933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230703T130003Z
UID:4641-1689105600-1689112800@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Ice Cream Walk
DESCRIPTION:Meet at 8pm outside Fairfield Halls Croydon for a 60 to 90 minute stroll through lesser visited parts of Croydon culminating at an exciting new ice cream parlour. \nA bus ride back to the town centre and visit to a recently re-vamped pub so bring travel passes.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/ice-cream-walk/
CATEGORIES:Tuesday Club Nights,Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230709T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230709T180000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230615T121355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230704T224600Z
UID:4665-1688895000-1688925600@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Cycle ride to Denbies Wine Estate near Dorking.
DESCRIPTION:Meet at Swan and Sugar Loaf (now Tesco) at 0930. Approx 30-40 miles. Hilly
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/cycle-ride-to-denbies-wine-estate-near-dorking/
CATEGORIES:Cycling
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230708T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230708T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230528T210030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230702T161919Z
UID:4586-1688806800-1688835600@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Kent LDWA Challenge Walk Stonegate (15\, 20 or 26 miles)
DESCRIPTION:Would you like the opportunity to challenge yourself in an event similar to the Gatliff Marathon? \nKent Long Distance Walkers Association are holding such an event on Saturday 8th July.  The course options are 26 miles\, 20 miles or 15 miles.  Everything operates in a very similar way to the Gatliff Marathon including the use of written route instructions.   \nEntry fees are: \n\n\n\n \nLDWA Member\nNon Member\n\n\n15 Miles\n£12.00\n£17.00\n\n\n20 Miles\n£9.00\n£14.00\n\n\n26 Miles\n£9.00\n£14.00\n\n\n\n  \nStart: Stonegate Village Hall\, Forge Field\, Stonegate\, TN5 7ED (GR TQ668285) Direct trains from London Bridge to Stonegate Station (1 hour). \nStart: all 26ml at 08:30; all 20ml & 15ml at 10:00. \nEntries close on Sunday 2nd July.  145 people have entered so far (28 June).  Although the website doesn’t state a maximum number of entrants it is a good idea to book ASAP in case they close the list before 2nd July.  I have booked the 15 mile course (I would like to test how the GPX file works as I have volunteered to create one for the Gatliff!). \nThe following link provides further details and online entry: SiEntries – High Weald Walk (26m/20m/15m) \n  \nSandra \n  \nExtract from SI Entries website: \n“Brand new routes\, open to walkers and runners\, primarily on undulating footpaths and lanes\, offering extensive views over the surrounding countryside and a glimpse of the sea! \nThe three routes start at Stonegate Village Hall to head towards Burwash and Punnets town. The 15 miles route then returns to Stonegate. The two other routes continue to the pretty village of Mayfield\, where they diverge. The 20 miles route goes back to Stonegate\, while the 26 miles route visits Wadhurst before returning to the finish. \nFrom Stonegate Village Hall\, Forge Field\, Stonegate\, TN5 7ED (GR TQ668285) – please park in field adjacent to the hall as directed by marshals. Direct trains from London Bridge to Stonegate Station (1 hour). \nStart: all 26ml at 08:30; all 20ml & 15ml at 10:00. \nAll to finish by 19:00. \nEntry fee incl tea/coffee at start\, simple food & drinks at all CPs and at finish\, certificate for in-time finishers. \nBadge available at finish. \nWell behaved dogs are welcome. Owners will be required to fill in a Dog Registration form\, and keep their dog on a leash at all times. \nAll entrants to carry own mug as none provided. \nYou must wear suitable footwear and clothing and carry a printed route description\, maps (electronic versions accepted)\, compass; \nOS Explorer 136/135/124 or OL199 cover the routes. \nRoute descriptions and gpx files will be available from the Kent Group website a week prior to the event.”
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/kent-ldwa-challenge-walk-stonegate-15-miles/
CATEGORIES:Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230702T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230702T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230627T120022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T120022Z
UID:4681-1688299200-1688324400@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Croydon Food & Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:COPSE will be there!\n \nCome along to South End to enjoy the food and the music\, and visit our stall to find out what COPSE is about!
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/croydon-food-music-festival/
LOCATION:South End\, Croydon\, Croydon\, London\, CR0 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Day Event,Outdoor Events,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230627T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230627T220000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230405T144709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T213618Z
UID:4528-1687892400-1687903200@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Evening Walk: South Norwood Country Park
DESCRIPTION:NOTE This walk has been rescheduled from its original date of 13th June to accommodate the Trees4Croydon event. \nBarry will lead this walk \nMeet at Blackhorse Lane tramstop 19.30 for a walk through Brickfields Meadow and South Norwood Country Park. Returning from Arena tramstop to Addiscombe for a drink at the Claret & Ale. (1 minute from the tramstop) or continue home towards E. Croydon.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/walk-4/
CATEGORIES:Tuesday Club Nights,Walking
ORGANIZER;CN="Barry W":MAILTO:barry.wilson9@btinternet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230625T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230625T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230608T074113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230615T104841Z
UID:4617-1687690800-1687712400@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Trees4Croydon Walk
DESCRIPTION:The Trees4Croydon initiative runs from 10th June to 15th July. There will be a presentation and full explanation by organiser Sam Baker at the Club Night on Tuesday 13th June.  \n  \nThis will be a 2.5 – 3 hours depending on general pace of the group. \nTrees4Croydon initiative is organised by Croydon Climate Action (previously called Croydon Friends of the Earth). The purpose is to improve local physical and mental well-being by encouraging residents to walk and explore natural surroundings. And\, to help plant new trees in deprived areas around the borough: Thornton Heath; West Croydon e.g. Thornton Heath Recreation Ground and neglected wildlife and wetland area\, near Viridor’s Beddington Lane Incinerator. The trees will be paid for via local business sponsors. Suitable trees will be sourced\, planted and nurtured (for 3 years) by environmental organisations like National Trust. The more walks we complete\, between 10th June and 16th July\, will mean more trees will be planted. For further information: https://www.trees4croydon.com/ \nDate/ time: Sunday 25th June at 11am \nStart Point: Belmont railway station (accessed via West Croydon station (one stop after Sutton) \nStart and finish points are within Zone 6 of the Oyster Travel Card so participants can use Freedom passes\, if necessary. \nWe will cross Banstead Downs then follow a track to Oakes Park. Approx. the halfway point that has a cafe with toilets for those who might need the facilities. We’ll continue through a lavender field\, and some meadows\, then choose another path out to more residential area above Coulsdon\, called The Mount. Despite being close to London\, it is surprisingly rural. \nThe terrain: for the walk will be grassy footpaths and rough stony tracks with three stiles to climb over. However\, it’s not very hilly but has some gentle inclines. Please dress suitably for weather & terrain! \nEnd point: Woodmansterne station. \nThis is on Tattenham Corner line to London Bridge via Purley and East Croydon. Woodmansterne station has a pub nearby\, for refreshments\, or we can continue to Coulsdon\, with more choice. \n\nCOPSE members who want to join Trees4Croydon walk on 25th June can enter their own daily or weekly walking/ cycling miles between 10th June and 16th July on atlasGo app\, under Sustainable Voices Team: \n\n\n\n\n\nDownload the Atlas GO well-being app onto mobile phone – instructions at https://www.trees4croydon.com/participants\nSelect team name (COPSE)\nRegister yourself and details regarding miles completed\n\n\n\n\n\nThis will add to the miles for the Trees4Croydon initiative so more suitable trees are planted in Thornton Heath and West Croydon. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/trees4croydon-walk/
CATEGORIES:Walking
ORGANIZER;CN="pravina":MAILTO:pravina.ellis@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230606T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230606T220000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230405T144927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T171738Z
UID:4532-1686078000-1686088800@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Evening Walk: Merstham lakes
DESCRIPTION:Margaret will lead this walk.\nMeet at East Croydon at 19:00 to catch the 19:06 train to Merstham which arrives at 19:23. Margaret will meet you at Merstham station.  \nWe will walk around Mercer’s Lake and possibly some other lakes in the Merstham area. The walk is mainly flat. We will finish with a drink at the Feathers pub.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/walk-5/
CATEGORIES:Tuesday Club Nights,Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230604T091500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230604T180000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230328T135810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T171500Z
UID:4477-1685870100-1685901600@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Cycle Ride (meet at Croydon Minster 9.15am)
DESCRIPTION:Meet at 9.15am at Croydon Minster for 9.30am start.\nCoffee stop at Watermill cafe.Merton Abbey Mills.\nVisit to near-by remains of Merton Priory.Archbishop Thomas Becket schooled here in c1130.\nHenry IV was crowned here 1437\, and his privy council met here.\nThen cycle to the end of the Wandle where it meets the Thames.\nDepending on the time we may cycle on to Tate Britain.to see large bronze sculpture outside the Tate by Sir Charles Bennent Laws outside because it was too big to go inside\, Charles Bennent laws was President of the Anerley Bicycle Club in 1906 when he did the sculpture.A number of Copse members are or have been members of the Anerley Club.\nWe Might have to skip the visit to the Tate if the time is short.\nRide back up the Wandle\, stop again at Merton Abbey Mills Cafe’s\nShort detour off the Wandle Trail\,to visit the oldest railway station in the world at London Road Mitcham . also close by a visit to Wandle Industrial Museum\, then back to the Wandle Trail.The Museum is only open between 2pm and 5pm so we might need to miss the Tate visit!\nDon’t forget to take a spare inner tube\, better to take two.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/cycling/
CATEGORIES:Cycling
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230529T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230529T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230403T221200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230528T131553Z
UID:4495-1685352600-1685379600@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Day Cycle Ride
DESCRIPTION:Meet at 9.30am outside Fairfield Halls.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/cycle-ride-4/
CATEGORIES:Cycling
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230527T104500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230527T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230526T124303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230526T124303Z
UID:4581-1685184300-1685206800@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Parkland Walk Finsbury Park to Alexandra Palace (5.5 miles)
DESCRIPTION:Meet at East Croydon station at 10.45 to get the 11.01 to Finsbury Park. \nThe walk ends at Ally Pally where we can join the FREE 150 year celebration party! \nWe can get the train back from Ally Pally station to Finsbury Park then onwards to East Croydon
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/parkland-walk-finsbury-park-to-alexandra-palace-5-5-miles/
CATEGORIES:Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230503T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20221228T191809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T094323Z
UID:4327-1683100800-1683738000@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Week in Mull
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/week-in-mull/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Weekend Away
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230429T094500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230429T180000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230423
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230424
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230218T201112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T094344Z
UID:4425-1682208000-1682294399@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Weald Walkers Wander
DESCRIPTION:A Walking Rally with a Difference\nA 10 mile Treasure Hunt \nSolve the Clues \nFind the Checkpoints\nTest your Map Reading Skills\nChallenges at Checkpoints \nThe Date and Time: 23rd April 2023 (start 8.45am to 9.30am)\nTHE EVENT: The walk is usually about 10 miles. You will need to solve clues to find each checkpoint and your map and compass skills will also be put to the test. Points are awarded for completing quizzes and games\, at the checkpoints. A trophy is awarded to the winning team. \nTHE TEAMS: You will need to enter in teams of between 2 and 5 people. Everyone is welcome – young or not not so young\, families or other groups\, however at least one person in each team must be 16+. \nTIME:  Start times are between 8.45am and 9.30am. \nSTART/FINISH:  Chiddingstone Causeway Village Hall\, Tonbridge Road\, Chiddingstone Causeway\, TN11 8JS – Kent – Grid Ref TQ 518 466. \nWHAT TO BRING: The latest Explorer map 147\, 1:25\,000 scale\, pen and paper\, compass\, suitable footwear and clothing.  Also bring your packed lunch.. \nCHECKPOINTS: Cold drinks and biscuits will be provided at all checkpoints.  Hot drinks and fruit will be served at the lunch stop\, and cream tea and cakes at the finish. \nENTRY/REGISTRATION:  In advance:   Adults £8.00\,  U16 £4.50 or On the day:   Adults £10.00\,  U16 £5.50. \nPlease apply for entry form to Olga. E-mail: olgameme@hotmail.com \nCheques should be made payable to COPSE.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/weald-walkers-wander-3/
CATEGORIES:Day Event,Outdoor Events,Walking
ORGANIZER;CN="Olga":MAILTO:olga@copsecroydon.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230418T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230418T220000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230405T121604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T121604Z
UID:4508-1681849800-1681855200@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:London Clarion Cycle Club
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nFrom their website: \n“The London Clarion Cycle Club is an inclusive\, friendly community of cyclists from all around London. Founded in May 1895\, we are one of the capital’s oldest cycling clubs and take our motto “Fellowship is Life” from William Morris. In an effort to promote socialism\, members would cycle out to meetings and distribute literature while enjoying a glass of ale!  We promote socialist\, anti-fascist and feminist values while remaining collective and politically minded.” \nJoin us for a presentation on their history\, purpose and activities.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/london-clarion-cycle-club/
LOCATION:South Croydon United Church Hall\, Aberdeen Road\, South Croydon\, CR0 1EQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Cycling,Tuesday Club Nights
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230408T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230408T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
CREATED:20230328T134207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T100835Z
UID:4466-1680944400-1680973200@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Walk: Harpenden Circular (11 miles)
DESCRIPTION:This walk will lead us to Ayot St Lawrence\, a pretty village and home of George Bernard Shaw (Shaws Corner is a NT property) \nSo meet at E. Croydon by 9.15 for the 9.33 Thameslink Bedford train to Harpenden. 3 stops beyond zone 6. £14.50 or less with freedom passes\, Network cards or other railcards. (We return from Harpenden) \nIt will be about 11 miles with a possibility of a slightly shorter route back\, but not too hilly. Best bring a packed lunch\, but there is a lovely old pub\, The Brocket Arms in the village. Don’t forget NT passes if you want to visit the house. \nReturn trains from Harpenden at 08; 22; 38 & 52 past the hour\, journey of 56 minutes. \n 
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/walk-thames-path-maidenhead-to-marlow-9-miles/
CATEGORIES:Walking
ORGANIZER;CN="Barry W":MAILTO:barry.wilson9@btinternet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230327T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230327T223000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172059
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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