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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240516T103000
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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:20240420T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240420T220000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20240325T215112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T194437Z
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SUMMARY:Theatre Visit: 5 New Short Plays at the Brockley Jack Theatre
DESCRIPTION:The upcoming theatre plays\, ‘5 New Short Plays’\, British Theatre Challenge 2024\, held in a pub called The Brockley Jack\, (The Jack Studio Theatre)\, on Sat 20th April\, 7.30 pm. You will also get to vote at the end of the evening\, the best play of the five\, in terms of script.\n\nThere are still seats available for the Saturday\, if anyone else is interested in going. Can I gently mention that on their website they said\, no latecomers will be allowed. Doors open 7.15pm\, but of course you can get there early and spend sometime in the pub if you want.\n\nYou can book via this link :\n\nhttps://brockleyjack.co.uk/jackstudio-entry/british-theatre-challenge/
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/theatre-visit-5-new-short-plays-at-the-brockley-jack-theatre/
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240413T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240413T220000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20240104T174513Z
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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:20240323T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240323T230000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20240313T173210Z
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SUMMARY:The Legendary Sticklebacks at Ruskin House
DESCRIPTION:A Fund Raiser for Ruskin House\, and an enjoyable evening in prospect. As before\, Ireen will organise tables for a COPSE presence if you let her know you’re coming. \n  \n \nWe need to purchase our own entry tickets\, £5 cash but should be able to sit with each other\, once inside. There will be a licenced bar and a free buffet. \nI have agreed to let the organisers know our number a couple of days beforehand so please reply to me by Thursday evening (21st). \nIreen \n07968 035522 \numpfamily@hotmail.com
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/the-legendary-sticklebacks-at-ruskin-house/
LOCATION:Ruskin House\, 23 Coombe Road\, Croydon\, CR0 1BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240317T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240317T230000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20240312T223943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T173348Z
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SUMMARY:St. Patrick's Night - Ruskin House
DESCRIPTION:Our local 2024 Saint Patrick’s Night celebrations will be this Sunday\, 17th March.  A good number of us are already booked to share this good evening at Ruskin House.  If you have not already given me your name but would like to come\, please let me know so that I can increase the number of seats being reserved for our COPSE group. \n \nWe need to purchase our own entry tickets\, £5 cash but should be able to sit with each other\, once inside. There will be a licenced bar and a free buffet. \nI have agreed to let the organisers know our number a couple of days beforehand so please reply to me by Thursday evening (14th). \nN.B. Andy has scheduled his London walk so that people can enjoy going on that and still be back in time for this musical entertainment! \nIreen \n07968 035522 \numpfamily@hotmail.com
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/st-patricks-night-ruskin-house/
LOCATION:Ruskin House\, 23 Coombe Road\, Croydon\, CR0 1BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240215T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240215T220000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20231208T195658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231209T002110Z
UID:5079-1708027200-1708034400@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Evening meal out
DESCRIPTION:Details to follow
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/evening-meal-out/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240210T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240210T230000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20240103T201735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240203T171121Z
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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:20240107T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240107T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20231205T193315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T140452Z
UID:5058-1704625200-1704661200@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Walk from Thornton Heath to Streatham via parks\, followed by Ice Hockey match
DESCRIPTION:The usual route from Crystal Palace Station been changed to include Croydon’s “lesser known” parks\, some of which were mentioned by Nicola Hunt in her very interesting “100 spaces in 100 days” COPSE talk in October. \nThese are the afternoon’s details\, which  you can join at any time \nPart 1\n12 noon: meet at Thornton Heath station (either by train\, 468 bus or 50 bus from Croydon) \nA four mile “easy” walk to Streatham High Road via Norbury Hall (or squirrel 🐿) Park\, Norbury Park\, Norwood Grove\, Streatham Common + the Rookery gardens which has toilets + a cafe \nPart 2\nAbout 3.30pm to 6pm: “The Bull” pub (Young’s) on Streatham High Road for either a meal or drinks\, where I might need to book a table inside but there is a large covered garden outside with wall heaters. \nSTOP PRESS 5th Jan:\nI’ve now booked a long table on Sunday afternoon for ten people in the main bar from 3pm onwards on a “first come\, first served basis”. \nPart 3\n6.45pm start: Streatham Redhawks v Oxford City Stars ice hockey match  🏒  🥅   ⛸ where you might need to book advance tickets to avoid queuing = £13.50 (adults) or £8.50 (over 60s + concessions) \nIf you have any questions\, please let me know. \nKeith Southam \nkeithsoutham@yahoo co.uk \nmobile/text = 07749 515486 \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/walk-from-thornton-heath-to-streatham-via-parks-followed-by-ice-hockey-match/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Social,Walking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240102
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20230928T133634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T211002Z
UID:4913-1703635200-1704153599@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:New Year Trip Away  (Cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances)
DESCRIPTION:Details to be announced.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/new-year-trip-away/
CATEGORIES:Further Afield,Outdoor Events,Social,Walking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231203
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20230928T132150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T142602Z
UID:4902-1701475200-1701561599@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Reigate Christmas Market (Morning) - Walk in area (Afternoon)
DESCRIPTION:Three events in one. \nIn the morning from 1130 you can shop at Reigate’s Christmas Fayre.  \nIn the afternoon at 1315\, please meet Margaret at the Renewed Hope/RDO stall outside Hamptons Estate Agents at 6 Church St for a Linear Walk of 4-5 miles along the Greensand Way to Earlswood via Prior Park and Earlswood Commons. It maybe muddy in places\, so walking boots are recommended. There will be some uphill and downhill sections on the walk. \nPlease have your lunch etc. before starting the the walk and be ready to leave promptly at 13.30. \nTrains leave East Croydon at 10.46 and 11.16\, changing at Redhill.  You can also get the 405 bus to Redhill and then another bus to Reigate\,  There will be road closures in Reigate for the Fayre\, so parking maybe difficult. \nThe walk will probably finish in Redhill.  However please bring Bus/Freedom Passpasses or £2/contactless for a bus ticket if the walk carries onto Nutfield.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/reigate-christmas-market-morning-walk-in-area-afternoon/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Social,Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231116T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231116T223000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20230928T125535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T130242Z
UID:4890-1700163000-1700173800@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Meal at Saigon Bleu.   (BOOKING FULL)
DESCRIPTION:We have a COPSE table for twelve people (and I am told we can be seated in a more sociable grouping than just a straight line) so do please let me know if you would like to go on the dining list.  \n7.30pm\, Thursday\, 16th November. \nSaigon Bleu Vietnamese Restaurant\n63 South End\,\nCroydon\,\nCR0 1BU
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/meal-at-saigon-bleu-booking-full/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231104T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231104T233000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20230928T123859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T145949Z
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SUMMARY:BROCKHAM BONFIRE.   Torchlight procession\, bonfire & fireworks
DESCRIPTION:Subject to there being NO TRAIN STRIKE. in the event of a strike\, it is possible a local fireworks maybe arranged.\nThere will be Donation Buckets (Please be as generous as you can) at the Entrance. Donations and carpark are payable in CASH. They are trialling CASHLESS PAYMENTS on the CATERING STALLS AND PIG AUCTION. \nFurther details from Paul:\nThis is no ordinary bonfire etc. They’ve been building the bonfire since September\, and they even have some kind of ceremony with the cinders on the Sunday which I believe involves Morris Dancing?. ..(it’s called Burning the Sticks) \nWell\, I’m not intending staying overnight there\, but – as I only go to this event about eight-yearly – I do intend to do the whole blooming thing\, starting at 6.30pm with the marching band procession leaving Brockham Green at this time – flaming torches will be given out. The procession goes down south to a hamlet (Stroud Green\, I believe) and then back again a different way to Brockham. The huge bonfire will be lit by one of the torches at 7.45pm\, once the Guy effigy has been placed on top. The Fireworks are at 8.15pm\, and\, as I’m not really into roasting pigs\, I’ll hang around a just a bit and then leave. \nYou don’t actually pay an admission fee as the village is open to all\, but there will be donation buckets for your coins or notes. You can also sponsor a firework! Food is sold at stalls and the pub is open\, but quite frankly I never do any of this owing to the queues\, so you could bring your own sustenance along. \nTo get there and back I shall be walking along what’s known as the Old Coach Road from Dorking to the village\, a walk of around 45 mins. One can get to Brockham by car and use a car park\, or one can go by special bonfire bus from Redhill/Reigate or Dorking. Again\, I never do this\, as I don’t drive\, and I’ve heard that the buses get full\, and it’s nice walking back in the dark with the other crowds. \nSo there’s quite a bit of walking involved\, but if anyone wants to try the car or bus option\, or doesn’t want to do the whole thing (i.e.\, just turn up later for the Bonfire & Fireworks) then that’s fine…I’ll leave my phone on loud – keep ringing and ringing! \nMay I suggest you go to the website for the bonfire: www.brockham.org/brockham-bonfire \n…to see all the details of the above. \nI am going whatever the weather\, and may not even look at the forecast! \nI suggest we meet outside Dorking DEEPDENE RAILWAY STATION to leave here on foot BY 5.00pm. I shall come from Epsom Downs\, so I’ll leave you to arrange your own travel. You could come down from West Croydon to Dorking MAIN station and WALK 5 mins around the corner to DEEPDENE station. I see that there are trains from East Croydon to Dorking DEEPDENE\, changing at Redhill at\, 3.36pm and 4.17pm arriving about 37 mins later (there’s a little pub nearby going north under the bridge). (There are more trains back to Croydon from Dorking MAIN station. Get your map out and observe the two Dorking stations we are talking about\, MAIN and DEEPDENE\, which are about five mins walk from each other. I can pop by to MAIN to pick anyone up who is not sure about finding their way to DEEPDENE. I shall be coming to MAIN by train) \nBRING CASH\, CASH\, CASHY McCASH!!!…and don’t wear your best brand new fleece (a COPSEr had their new fleece singed by an ember from the bonfire some years back!) \nAll the above is not as complicated as it may sound…just read it a few times and go to the bonfire website. Any questions\, contact me (NOT by email on the day itself). \nI recall the last time or so we did this bonfire we had a walk along the North Downs BEFOREHAND. We are not going to be that keen this time! But I might go visit the very newly opened Dorking Museum beforehand and cruise the charity shops of Dorking High Street. If anyone else is interested in doing this too\, then contact me. \n…And if anyone knows about the Cinders ceremony on the Sunday\, I MIGHT be up for this as well\, as I’ve never done this before. (Update: he is doing it! see tomorrow’s entry here) It would mean doing the same walk to Brockham again\, maybe back a different way though. \nI expect I’ve forgotten some crucial detail which will come to me while washing up or brushing my teeth tonight\, so look out for follow-ons from this email during the week. \n  \nPaul Newbold\, 07968 223589.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/brockham-bonfire-torchlight-procession-bonfire-fireworks/
LOCATION:BROCKHAM BONFIRE\, Brockham Green\, Brockham\, Surrey\, RH3 7JS
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230702T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230702T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
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:20230327T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230327T223000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
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:20230325T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230325T223000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20221228T191409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T094447Z
UID:4321-1679770800-1679783400@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Merstham Aid Project (MAP) Annual Quiz Night
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/merstham-aid-project-map-annual-quiz-night/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230324T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230324T223000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20221228T191303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T094509Z
UID:4319-1679684400-1679697000@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Merstham Amateur Dramatics Society: Let Us Entertain You
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/merstham-amateur-dramatics-society-let-us-entertain-you/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230319T004500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230319T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20230314T173154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T094536Z
UID:4453-1679186700-1679241600@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sunday lunch at "The Boulevard"
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/sunday-lunch-at-the-boulevard/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230217T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230217T223000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
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:20221217T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221217T230000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20221127T142519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221127T142519Z
UID:4223-1671303600-1671318000@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:RNLI Charity Concert at Ruskin House
DESCRIPTION:No Oilskins or Sou’westers Required!\nOur late Tuesday night watering hole\, Ruskin House\, hosts various musical evenings\, including jazz\, folk and blues.  Occasionally\, specific concerts are organised\, sometimes as charity fundraisers.  On Saturday\, 17th December\, several COPSErs will be attending the one advertised here. \n \nRNLI will benefit and we all know how important is the work of that organization.  From its website: \n93% Of Our Income Is Donations. We Can’t Save Lives Without Support From People Like You. \nIf you can\, come along to support the evening\, enjoy the musical variety and share a sociable time with some of your fellow Club Members. \nIf we arrive early as a group\, we hope to sit near one another.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/rnli-charity-concert-at-ruskin-house/
LOCATION:Ruskin House\, 23 Coombe Road\, Croydon\, CR0 1BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221203T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20220922T121524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T121524Z
UID:4052-1670068800-1670086800@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Carshalton Frost Fair
DESCRIPTION:Sited in the beautiful setting of Carshalton Ponds the Frost Fair is a traditional winter event with activities for everyone. \nThe area is lit with twinkling fairy lights which all helps create a magical atmosphere. Outside Honeywood Museum and in the nearby Memorial Gardens and Festival Walk\, stalls from the Wallington Farmers Market and the Eco Fair join us.  They offer a varied range of tasty treats and a variety of wonderful locally made Christmas gift ideas such as glassware\, pottery\, woodcraft and more. There is a tasty hog roast & seasonal food with bar & warming drinks. \nPlus a little birthday celebration with a drink in the pub.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/carshalton-frost-fair/
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Tim A":MAILTO:timcpfcaldridge@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221119T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221119T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20220922T110755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T110755Z
UID:4043-1668852000-1668877200@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Visit to the Old Clink Museum\, London Bridge
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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:20260427T105234
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:20221011T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221011T230000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20220629T104952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T171356Z
UID:3902-1665500400-1665529200@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Carshalton Folk + Walk
DESCRIPTION:Outing: Folk Night at the Cryer Arts Theatre\, + preceded by Wandle Walk\n\nTuesday 11th October @ 3:30 pm to 11:00 pm\n£5 \n\n\n\n  \nThis is another chance to join the very successful outing we had on 12th April\, details here. \nKeith said then\, more or or less: \n1) As you know\, I’m arranging an outdoor COPSE visit to the Cryer Arts Studio In Carshalton High Street on Tuesday11th October for their regular “folk night” (2nd Tuesday of each month) which starts at 7.30pm.\nI’ve been going there for a few months now and have been impressed by not only the “proper” stage\, tables in front (which can be removed for folk/barn dancing)\, the staggered rear seating\, the welcoming bar (open from 4pm + serving a variety of beers\, wines + hot food. \n2) Also\, I’m intending to lead a short three mile walk from Wandle Park tram stop about 3.30pm to Carshalton Ponds(via the River Wandle\, Beddington Park + The Grove) aiming to get to the venue by about 5.30pm for a meal + drinks. \nFeel free to join us for the walk\, the folk night or both.\nPlease book your tickets\, individually or in groups\, at https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on?q=cryer-folk.\nAlternatively\, take a chance and turn up on the day.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/carshalton-folk-walk/
LOCATION:CryerArts Centre\, 39 High St\, Carshalton\, Surrey\, SM5 3BB
CATEGORIES:Social,Tuesday Club Nights,Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220904T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220904T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
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:20260427T105234
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:20220811T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220811T220000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20220624T070759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220624T070759Z
UID:3819-1660240800-1660255200@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:BBC Proms at the Royal Albert Hall
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URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/bbc-proms-at-the-royal-albert-hall/
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220731T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220731T180000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20220624T070555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T120300Z
UID:3814-1659261600-1659290400@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Walk and Picnic at Harrison Rocks
DESCRIPTION:A bright eyed Viewpoint reader has pointed out that the listing in the centre pages of Viewpoint refers to this event as a Climbing activity.\nThis is not a climbing event\, it’s a walk ! There might be some small hills to climb\, but no rock climbing is involved. \nNo special equipment is needed\, apart from the COPSE traditional and optional items of: bobble hat\, hiking boots\, gaiters\, compass\, OS Map\, sandwich\, drink\, rucksack\, anorak\, gloves\, and it’s hard to imagine needing more than sunhat\, shorts and sandals in this heat. \nAssemble at East Croydon by 10 to catch the 10:09 East Grinstead train\, change at Oxted for the Uckfield train. Get a return Ticket to Eridge. \nFirstly\, we will take the train down to Ashurst\, due in at 10:59. From Ashurst station\, we will walk South East\, via Groombridge. Groombridge is a sweet small town/larger village\, with the added bonus of a heritage railway. \nOur “picnic” is towards the end of the walk at Harrisons Rocks\, which are the closest climbing rocks to London\, and very popular. We are not planning any climbing\, and beware that there are vertical drops from the top of the rocks. The idea is to observe the spectacle of the rocks and the climbers\, from the ground. \nFrom the rocks\, it is not far to Eridge station for the train home. \nPath route shown in orange dots on the map. If we want a longer walk there is an option for an extra loop from the Rocks to Eridge\, marked in blue\, to explore more on the way. There are hourly trains at 51 minutes past\, and a convenient pub by the station to wait for the next train\, or the one after. The Huntsman\, open until 6pm.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/harrison-rocks/
CATEGORIES:Adventure,Social,Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220730T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220730T223000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20220713T151940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T152014Z
UID:3928-1659182400-1659220200@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Ruskin House Summer Festival
DESCRIPTION:In recent years COPSE have supported and enjoyed a few Summer festivals and other music events in Ruskin house. \nThis year Summer Festival is on Saturday 30th July\, it opens at midday until 10.30 PM with live music throughout the day and evening. \nAdmission £5. \nJulie has kindly offered to meet people by the entrance at 12. Otherwise you can join her and other COPSERS at any time after that. \nOlga
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/ruskin-house-summer-festival/
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220724T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220724T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20220624T070451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T150513Z
UID:3812-1658667600-1658682000@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Follow Pissaro's steps in Norwood
DESCRIPTION:Camille Pissarro\, father of Impressionism\, lived in Crystal Palace for a year 150 years ago. Let’s look at places he painted back then and see how things have changed. He had family in West Dulwich and West Norwood so we include these places on our tour\n\nSadly there are a lot of rail engineering works next weekend but please bring your travel pass so we can use buses as required.  There is a 468 bus from Croydon South End which passes the Fairfield Hall\, Whitgift Centre and West Croydon stops.\n\nPlease bring water and snacks but we will pass plenty of places to top up on our travels. We’ll also find a pub to end our walk at – details to follow\n\nPS Pissarro married his wife Julie at Croydon Register Office!\n\nIt would be helpful to know if you intend to come along.\n\nIf you want any further information and where to meet contact Julie –  07931533785
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/follow-pissaro-steps-in-norwood/
CATEGORIES:Social,Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220710T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220710T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T105234
CREATED:20220313T201004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220625T141044Z
UID:3671-1657454400-1657472400@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Visitor's Walk/Bike ride Warlingham
DESCRIPTION:Walk – About 5/6 miles. Meet at 12.40 by 403 bus stop\, in front of Fairfield Halls to catch the 12.53 bus to Warlingham Green. (People can also jump on the same bus from other stops along the way.) Bring water and wear “sensible” shoes. \nCycle Ride – Meet at 1pm at Park Hill café\, Barclay Rd. Gentle bike ride – quiet roads and bridleways\, occasional busy road to cross. Heading to Farleigh\, returning to South Croydon. Some unpaved paths on the way. \nN.B. Walkers & Cyclists will meet up around 3pm\, at St. Mary’s Church\, Farleigh\, for drinks and cakes!
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/visitors-walk-bike-ride-warlingham-or-happy-valley/
CATEGORIES:Social,Walking
ORGANIZER;CN="Olga":MAILTO:olga@copsecroydon.co.uk
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