Meet outside East Croydon station at 11am (ish) to get the tram to WANDLE PARK. Walk along the river Wandle to Merton Abbey mills (six miles) followed by a stop at The Wiilliam Morris pub. We will also be going through Morden Hall Park for a loo stop (+ maybe a coffee stop) depending on time. […]
We were hoping to attend a local fireworks display but unfortunately an exhaustive research has not come up trumps. So we will take an evening walk to Duppas Hill recreation ground where the elevated vantage will help us take in the bonfire night atmosphere and glimpse picturesque explosions as we celebrate the demise of […]
With the 'Conquering Heroes' "A band of local folk musicians who can be found playing tunes from the British Isles and beyond! An accomplished ceilidh band, we’ve brought music, dancing and joy to festivals, community events, weddings and parties across London and the South East."
This is a walk which traces Van Gogh’s commute home from his Covent Garden office to his home in Stockwell. Meet at East Croydon station in time to catch the 10.34 train to London Bridge then the 10.56 to Charing Cross. First stop will be room 43 at the National Gallery to see […]
Nicky will be giving a talk about the cruise she did in August down the coast of north east Siberia. A fascinating trip in a remote and pristine area which is larger than the UK but with a fraction of the population. She will be concentrating mainly on the wildlife that she saw, including […]
This week we are treated to the delights of local musician, Steve Barbe, who will guide us through some popular songs to make everyone feel uplifted & engaged in the moment. It has been proven that singing in a group improves wellbeing, providing a sense of togetherness, & its roots go back to ancient times. […]
This week we indulge our humourous side with comedy clips. From TV shows, radio, film, www, play, book, etc.
Continuing the theme of "Captions + something beginning with the letter C", we shall be allowing ourselves that little evening treat that many people serve themselves, when fancying an end-of-day snack. However, "Captions & Cornflakes (Etc!)" means that for the "etc." you will be offered a range of different cereals - chocolatey, cinnamony, hazelnutty ... […]
Over our Club's Christmas break, please set aside any unwanted Xmas presents in good condition (it need not be new), wrap "anonymously" and bring it along on the evening. Our Club's annual "Mystery Auction" is in aid of our adopted charity, "ShelterBox", which provides emergency supplies to those in great need, wherever they may […]