BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Croydon Outdoor Pursuits & Social Events Club - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Croydon Outdoor Pursuits & Social Events Club
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Croydon Outdoor Pursuits & Social Events Club
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:Europe/London
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:BST
DTSTART:20230326T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:GMT
DTSTART:20231029T010000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:BST
DTSTART:20240331T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:GMT
DTSTART:20241027T010000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:BST
DTSTART:20250330T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:GMT
DTSTART:20251026T010000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241005T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241005T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240901T204833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T014045Z
UID:5803-1728118800-1728147600@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Walk from Hever Station to Chiddingstone and Markbeech
DESCRIPTION:Meet at East Croydon Station from 09.00 to catch the 09.22 train to Uckfield\, alighting at Hever. \nThis walk will be about 9.5 miles\,  and will start from Hever Station. It will take in Chiddingstone where we will stop for coffee\, then The Rock at Chiddingstone Hoath\, on to the Kentish Horse at Markbeech and back to Hever Station\, or  back to Cowden Station saving 0.7 miles.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/walk-from-hever-station-to-chiddingstone-and-markbeech/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Tim A":MAILTO:timcpfcaldridge@hotmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240928T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240928T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240917T201832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T173344Z
UID:5885-1727514000-1727542800@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:London Loop (Nonsuch Park to Kingston)
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to continue the London Outer Orbital Path from last spring. This is a 150 mile long trail around London linking together parks\, meadows\, woodland\, rivers and streams\, and some suburban streets in a kind of Odyssey. \nWe shall continue from where we left off in Nonsuch Park and should reasonably expect to get to Kingston\, a distance of around 8 to 10 miles (with all the little add-ons)\, but it’s possible to leave at some points by bus or train\, should you wish to. \nWe shall pass the site of Henry VIII’s Nonsuch Palace (nothing left above ground now\, of  course)\, likely make a short visit to the Bourne Hall Museum in Ewell\, and then largely follow the Hogs Mill stream/river path to Kingston. Kingston is a good place to finish before embarking later on in the year on the first part of the LOOP north of the Thames. \nFairly straightforward topography most of the way\, with no serious hills (as far as I recall!). \nBuses and trains back from Kingston – train via Clapham Junction\, or maybe better to get the SL7 express bus back to West Croydon. \n  \nHOW TO GET THERE!\nPlease catch a SL7 express Heathrow bus from WEST Croydon bus station\, stop B3\, and alight/get off at CHEAM VILLAGE\, THE BROADWAY. There’s a bus at 10.08 BST\, and I shall meet that bus at around 10.45 at that stop in Cheam. \nAlternatively\, you can catch the bus a few minutes later at East Croydon\, stop E8 in Dingwall Road. \nWe then walk across Cheam Park to reach the point at which we left-off the LOOP six months ago. (If you don’t mind I’ll meet you at Cheam rather than Croydon\, as it’s easier to get there from where I live.) One could get to Cheam by train\, as long as you get to that bus stop for 10.45 please. \nAny queries\, phone me. DO NOT EMAIL ME AFTER 11.59pm on Friday – I don’t have email ‘on the go’. \nBring your usual supplies\, but there may be one or two cafes and pubs along the way\, and certainly at Kingston. \n  \nYours\, Paul Newbold \nTel. 07968 223589
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/london-loop-nonsuch-park-to-kingston/
CATEGORIES:Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240921T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240921T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240703T094013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T081905Z
UID:5584-1726912800-1726938000@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Saturday Walk with Pepys – Stroll 3 - a Night Out! - POSTPONED
DESCRIPTION:Apologies all\, but due to sickness I’ve had to postpone this at short notice. I’ll reschedule.\n\nKen \n\nWe were all so impressed with the Pepys Walk last December that we did a Second Instalment in February. If it’s worth doing\, it’s worth flogging to death\, so here we are for a third go.\n  \n\n\nWhere?\nAgain we’ll be following the 17th Century footsteps of Samuel Pepys\, this time seeking out the many places he went to for a good night out – of which he was an enthusiast. Again I’ll be your amateur guide\, book in hand\, pointing out the connections to Pepys on the way. No doubt other COPSErs will continue to persist in offering their own observations! \nThis will be an easy 3-4 hour walk along pavements (boots not required) for about 4-5 miles\, ending with an optional beer or two at a historic tavern that also serves food. As it’s in central London\, there’s plenty of access to public transport if you want to leave the walk early. \nWho was Pepys?\n \nA man who lived through the upheavals of the Civil War\, the execution of Charles I\, the reign of Cromwell and the subsequent restoration of the Monarchy with Charles II. Most significantly for us\, from 1660 to 1669 he wrote a daily diary describing events high and low. He was a man on the rise with connections to politics and royalty\, but determined to enjoy life with visits to taverns and theatres\, domestic life with his French wife\, and furtive dalliances with a variety of disreputable ladies. \nGetting there\nI’ll be catching the 10.15 East Croydon Platform 4 to Victoria. \nJoining opportunities: \n\n\n\n\n\nEast Croydon station from 10.00\n\n\nhttps://w3w.co/dock.jars.folds\n\n\n\n\nAt Victoria station from our scheduled arrival time about 10.32\n\n\nhttps://w3w.co/gladiators.zooms.sweep\n\n\n\n\nAt the entrance to St James’ Park\, junction of The Mall with Marlborough Road\, where we start the walk\, from our expected arrival time about 10.45-11.00\n\n\nhttps://w3w.co/pool.shrimp.linked\n\n\n\n  \nCall me (number below) if any difficulty joining up. \nFinishing\nWe finish in The Borough\, handy for London Bridge station and a couple of interesting pubs. I’ll be shooting off to see the mighty Palace crush Man U (kickoff 17.00). \nLinks\nPepys’s diary for this day 363 years ago: https://www.pepysdiary.com/ \nGeneral info on Pepys: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samuel_Pepys \nContact\nKen on 07921 258876 \n\nWhat3Words\nExplanation is here. You can use the links to find any 3-metre square on earth. For best results\, download the App.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/pepys-walk/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Outdoor Events,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Ken":MAILTO:ken@brogan.co.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240915T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240915T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240603T120136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T164258Z
UID:5528-1726401600-1726419600@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:"NOW 90!" – our 90th birthday event\, Part 2 – Commemorative 'Ron's Ramble'
DESCRIPTION:Members\, past members and friends of the Club and their guests are invited to join us for an afternoon in the great outdoors to continue our celebration of COPSE’s 90th birthday. \nMore details will appear as planning develops.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/now-90-our-90th-birthday-event-part-2-rons-ramble/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Social,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240901T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240901T180000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240703T163234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240831T151223Z
UID:5615-1725181200-1725213600@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Repeat Upper Centre leg of "Now 90!" Croydon Green Spaces Challenge Walk
DESCRIPTION:This is another opportunity to walk the Upper Centre leg of the Green Spaces Challenge Walk. \nThis walk will form part of COPSE’s 90th anniversary Challenge\, overall visiting\, appropriately enough\, a total of 90 of Croydon’s green spaces. On this occasion we’ll focus on those in the Upper Central parts of the Borough. \nFull details of the Challenge are at the bottom of this page. \nYou don’t have to take on the Challenge though\, you can just come along and enjoy the walk. \nTake your pick of the two options: a full day or a half day. \nThe Full Day \nSun 11 August – “upper centre” – approx. 15 miles across the upper belly/mid-section of Croydon from Addiscombe to Addington\, Shirley\, Lloyd Park\, the town centre and as far west as Waddon Ponds.  See indicative route map below.  Note there is a mid-point / lunch stop where it is convenient to leave / join the walk.  And the afternoon section passes many public transport options if you wish to leave before the end.\nBring plenty of food and drink with you.  There will be limited opportunities to top up but at the mid-point is a Harvester pub – that’s Addington Village.  Where we can pop in for a drink.  Possibly a bite to eat if there’s time – but don’t bank on it!  Towards the end of the walk we pass through the town centre and therefore shops for refreshments top up.  Andy Thompson (“Mapman”) will be leading the walk (I hope to join at the mid-point.)\n\n\n\nThe Morning Section\nFrom Addiscombe Tram Stop to Harvesters Cricketers\, Addington Village \nStart / meet at Addiscombe tram stop at 9am. That’s on the Elmers End / Beckenham Jct branch of the tram.  Note the early start.\n\nThe Afternoon Section\nFrom Harvesters Cricketers\, Addington Village to Duppas Hill. \nWe will be at the Harvesters Cricketers from approximately 1pm and plan to set off  an hour later. This midpoint/lunch point is close to Addington Village (interchange) tramstop. \nEnding\nAfternoon cessation: the afternoon route (and morning to a large extent) passes a number of bus routes and a tram stops so you can leave the walk conveniently before its end.  But please ensure you inform Andy\, the walk leader. \n\n \nSo What’s this Challenge?\nOver four three walks we will visit 90 green spaces.  Visit between 30 and 90 spaces and you will receive an award – bronze\, silver\, or gold for the full 90!  And you will have your achievements recognised at the “NOW 90!” Birthday event on Saturday 14 September. \n\n\n\n\nWhat\, Croydon has 90 green spaces?\nYep\, in fact 120 according to this map.\nClick it for full revelation!\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nWhat sort of walks?\nEach complete walk will be around 15 miles.  As they are local and near public transport\, it will be possible to join for part of the walk either at predetermined points or by arrangement.  Clock up as many green spaces as you can while enjoying Croydon’s outstanding open spaces and landscape. \nRoutes will include streets\, parks\, footpaths and lanes.  Good walking shoes should be adequate.  To be eligible to receive an award there will be a small administration fee of £1. \nWhen are they?\nCurrently the four five six walks’ dates are: \n\nSunday 14 July: North\nSunday 11 August: Upper Centre\nWednesday 21 August: repeat of North\nMonday 26 August (bank holiday): Lower Centre\nSunday 1 September: repeat of Upper Centre\nThursday 5 September: repeat of Lower Centre\n\nSo how do I start?\nJust turn up to any of the walks! \n\nAny questions / more information please contact me. \nAndrew Thynne \n07985 936953
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/now-90-croydon-green-spaces-challenge-walk-3/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240817T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240817T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240816T175251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240817T142004Z
UID:5744-1723881600-1723914000@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Circular Walk from Blackheath (visiting Greenwich Park)
DESCRIPTION:An interesting day awaits anyone who cares to meet outside the The Bookshop on the Heath\, (a book shop next to Oxfam on Tranquil Vale/ Royal Parade on the edge of Blackheath this Saturday morning at 10am\, (it is situated a short walk up from Blackheath railway station on the edge of the heath on a parade of shops looking out on the edge of the heath near the church). \nYou might choose to go via London Bridge\, if you arrive at London Bridge by 9am you could then catch the 9.11 train from there to Blackheath\, then walk 5 minutes up to the bookshop. Other routes are available. \nWe’ll walk across the heath and into The Royal Greenwich Park which contains deer and items of interest\, fine views and an optional visit inside the Royal Observatory and later return to the railway station after cup of tea time!  The distance will be no more than 4 miles\, returning to Blackheath. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/circular-walk-from-blackheath-visiting-greenwich-park/
CATEGORIES:Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240804T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240804T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240703T160744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T162206Z
UID:5600-1722765600-1722801600@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Coastal Walk from Norman's Bay to Hastings
DESCRIPTION:We will follow the coastline from Norman’s Bay to Hastings\, a distance of approximately 13km. \nHere follows an outline of what is planned and what you need to do to join me on this walk if you’re interested.\n\nI will be going by train to the coast and will alight at Norman’s Bay which is on the same line that goes on to Hastings. If you would like to join me\, I will be at the front of East Croydon station at 9.45 and we will catch the 10.02 Southern train to Hastings that should be leaving from platform 3. You will need to get a return to Hastings which will allow us to get out at Norman’s Bay and to return from Hastings.  At the moment\, ticket prices with a railcard are showing up on https://uk.trip.com/ at around 18 pounds.\n\nFrom Norman’s Bay\, the plan is to walk along the seafront towards Hastings for a distance of around 9 miles.  The tide will be high but we should be able to pass along the beach. I have done this walk before but the tide was not high at the time. It is mostly flat though we will be walking along shingle for part of the way. If you do not wish to do the whole distance there are options for catching the train prior to getting to Hastings.\n\nWe will be passing through Bexhill on the way where we will stop to visit the De La Warr Pavilion which has three art exhibitions on over the summer. https://www.dlwp.com/.  Food and drink will be available in Bexhill and in Hastings but depending on your personal needs you may need to carry water and additional food.\n\nIf you would like to meet us at Norman’s Bay or elsewhere\, please let me know. The train will be arriving at Norman’s Bay at 11.30. You can contact me on the day by phone. My number is 0750 284 8808.\n\nFingers crossed for good weather on the 4th.\n\nGreg
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/coastal-walk-from-normans-bay-to-hastings/
CATEGORIES:Further Afield,Outdoor Events,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240730T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240730T220000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240704T151720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T104156Z
UID:5636-1722366000-1722376800@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Evening Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Nothing on at the Hall!\nThe plan is to meet at 6.45pm – 7pm outside East Croydon railway station. \nWalk through Pàrk Hill to Lloyd Park then Coombe Gardens\, the viewpoint\, Heathfield and finish at Coombe Road tram stop for the return to Croydon. Total distance approximately 4 miles. \nIf you are delayed en-route please phone me (07403 808 007). \nNo need to book in now – If it is raining on the day I will wait as plànned and see who turns up. \n  \nPeter
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/evening-stroll-2/
CATEGORIES:Tuesday Club Nights,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240721T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240721T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240621T161153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T174621Z
UID:5556-1721556000-1721581200@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Visitors' Cycle Ride and Walk
DESCRIPTION:John will be leading the cycle ride and Ken the walk. \nBoth walkers and cyclists will start by meeting near the War Memorial\, outside Croydon Central Library on Katharine Street. \n Meet from 11.15am for departure at 11.30am \nWalkers will enjoy “A Wander Along the Wandle” (about 5 miles total)\, starting by tram from George Street to the Wandle Park stop and then enjoying parklands and ponds\, with their history to explore. \nCyclists will enjoy “A Wheeling Along the Wandle” (12 to 14 miles total)\, cycling from Croydon and making visits to Merton Abbey Priory Museum and Wandle Industrial Museum. \nThere will be lunchtime refreshment stops for both groups but you could also choose to bring a packed lunch and drinks with you. \nBoth walkers and cyclists will meet again about 5pm in Carshalton for an optional pub visit to end the afternoon.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/visitors-cycle-ride-and-walk/
CATEGORIES:Cycling,Outdoor Events,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240714T091500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240714T180000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240703T150530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T143742Z
UID:5592-1720948500-1720980000@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:"Now 90!" Croydon Green Spaces Challenge Walk / Great North Wood Walk: North
DESCRIPTION:This walk will form part of COPSE’s 90th anniversary Challenge\, overall visiting\, appropriately enough\, a total of 90 of Croydon’s green spaces. On this occasion we’ll focus on the northern parts of the borough. \nFul details of the Challenge are at the bottom of this page. \nYou don’t have to take on the Challenge though\, you can just come aong and enjoy the walk. \nTake your pick of the two options: a full day or a half day. \nThe Full Day covers 14 miles and will visit 32 green spaces\, combining the morning and afternoon sections. \n\nThe Morning Section\n7.5 miles\, 17 green spaces. \nMeet 9.15am at East Croydon tram stop. \nW3W: https://w3w.co/making.gravy.point \n\nThe Afternoon Section\n6.5 miles\, 15 green spaces\, joining up with those continuing from the morning walk. \nMeet 1.30pm outside Woodland Café\,\n1451 London Road\nNorbury\nSW16 4AQ. \nW3W: https://w3w.co/risky.force.trails \n200 yards from Norbury station\, buses 50\, 255 and 109 pass by. \n(Attendees can come to Woodland Café or adjacent Affogato Café from 12.30; and phone Andrew on 07985 936953 / check WhatsApp twilight zone group.) \nEnding\nThe walk ends on Whitehorse Lane.  From where buses run to Croydon Town centre.  Or\, continue to Julie’s via two bus stops or ½ mile walk. \n\n \nSo What’s this Challenge?\nOver four walks we will visit 90 green spaces.  Visit between 30 and 90 spaces and you will receive an award – bronze\, silver\, or gold for the full 90!  And you will have your achievements recognised at the “NOW 90!” Birthday event on Saturday 14 September. \n\n\n\n\nWhat\, Croydon has 90 green spaces?\nYep\, in fact 120 according to this map.\nClick it for full revelation!\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nWhat sort of walks?\nEach complete walk will be around 13 miles.  As they are local and near public transport\, it will be possible to join for part of the walk either at predetermined points or by arrangement.  Clock up as many green spaces as you can while enjoying Croydon’s outstanding open spaces and landscape. \nRoutes will include streets\, parks\, footpaths and lanes.  Good walking shoes should be adequate.  To be eligible to receive an award there will be a small administration fee of £1. \nWhen are they?\nCurrently the four walks’ dates are: \n\nSunday 14 July\nSunday 11 August\nMonday 26 August (bank holiday)\nSunday 1 September.\n\nWe hope to repeat some or all of the walks during the week to enable as many as possible to participate. \nSo how do I start?\nJust turn up to any of the walks! \n\nAny questions / more information please contact me. \nAndrew Thynne \n07985 936953
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/now-90-croydon-green-spaces-challenge-walk-great-north-wood-walk/
CATEGORIES:Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240709T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240709T220000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240628T163532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T164121Z
UID:5574-1720551600-1720562400@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Streatham Stroll
DESCRIPTION:NOTE this is Plan B. The original Beckenham and Kelsey Park stroll has been affected by a tram strike\, so Keith has come up  with an attractive alternative.  \nLater update: the tram strike has been called off\, but we’re sticking to the Streatham Stroll. \nMeet at Streatham Station (not Streatham Common or Streatham Hill!) at 7pm for a 7.15 start\, then an easy evening circular amble of about 3 miles to and through the greenery of Streatham Common and The Rookery. \nThere are opportunities for tea stops\, and we’ll finish about 9 at The Bull pub\, where food is an option. \nGetting There\nStreatham Station is on Streatham High Road\, Streatham\, London\, SW16 6HP. There are half-hourly trains from East Croydon (amongst other places)\, and it’s also on bus routes 60\, 159\, 133 and P13.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/beckenham-kelsey-park-stroll/
CATEGORIES:Tuesday Club Nights,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240707T091500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240707T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240624T235433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T125016Z
UID:5569-1720343700-1720371600@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Gomshall/Abinger Circular Walk
DESCRIPTION:An 8 mile walk in the Surrey countryside\, on woodland paths and quiet country lanes\, with an optional pub stop at the finish. \nSome rough ground and possible mud\, so boots advised. \nGetting there\nMeet at East Croydon Station\, 9.15 for 9.25 train. \nOther ways of joining us: \n\nat Redhill Station for the 10.10 train to Gomshall\nat Gomshall Station at 10.30 to start the walk
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/country-walk-2/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Ken":MAILTO:ken@brogan.co.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240616T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240616T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240325T221311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T095314Z
UID:5363-1718530200-1718557200@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Woolwich Dockyards Walk
DESCRIPTION:I will be leading a walk on Sunday 16th June to Woolwich Dockyard. \nWe will meet at East Croydon station at 9.50 to catch the 10:03 East Croydon (platform 4) Thameslink towards Bedford which arrives 10:20 London Bridge. Then we catch the 10:31 from London Bridge (platform 1) to Woolwich Dockyard arriving at 10.50. \nIf you wish to meet at London Bridge or Woolwich Dockyard please let me know. \nI aim that we visit both Woolwich Dockyard and the Woolwich Arsenal during the walk which will take around 4 hours and about 8 km (5 miles). \nIt will be along paved areas and through parks so light walking shoes are fine. \nFor added excitement I am planning that we sail on the Woolwich Ferry to North Woolwich and return via the foot tunnel. \nWe will end up at the Great Harry\, the Wetherspoons pub in Woolwich\, for a late lunch at about 3 pm -so you might like to bring a sandwich to keep you going. \nWe will return from Woolwich Arsenal station to London Bridge\, and then to East Croydon station. \nLet me know if you are going to come along and look forward to seeing you on Sunday 16th! \nCheers \nAndy Thompson \n07751182930 \n 
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/woolwich-dockyards-walk/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Outdoor Events,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240608T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240608T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240604T110536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T110743Z
UID:5537-1717837200-1717866000@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Walk: Richmond Park and Wimbledon Common.
DESCRIPTION:This walk will take us across Richmond Park  to Wimbledon Common\, the windmill and Cannizaro Park. A quite easy walk of about 10km. \nSo meet at East Croydon by 9.05 for the 9.19 train to Clapham Junction\, changing there for the 9.43 to Richmond (all within the Oyster pass zone). \nYou can bring a packed lunch\, but there will be many refreshment cafes etc en route. \nFrom Wimbledon village there is a bus down to the station for the tram back to Croydon (or train via Clapham Junction). \n 
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/walk-richmond-park-and-wimbledon-common/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Barry W":MAILTO:barry.wilson9@btinternet.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240606T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240613T233000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240212T183836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T185824Z
UID:5237-1717660800-1718321400@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Trip to Berlin
DESCRIPTION:Update 29th May\nNearly time to go! We currently have 14 intrepid travellers who have booked travel and accommodation. Some are going by train\, some flying from either Gatwick or London City\, and several different places to stay have been booked. \nYou can join us right up to the last minute if you can get the bookings – let me know if you have a sudden craving for currywurst in its native habitat and I can let you know everybody’s plans. \nKen \n\nHere’s a date for your diary: \nWe’re going to Berlin!\nIreen and I are going for a week\, travelling out on Thursday 6th June and back on Thursday 13th. Please join us for all or part of that time. \nWhy Berlin?\nBerlin is a fascinating city and well worth your time. There’s plenty to see and do – historic sites\, museums\, art galleries\, boat trips\, and\, of course\, tremendous nightlife for us youngsters. Not to mention the currywurst. Public transport is excellent and cheap\, though it’s also very walkable and even cyclable\, being mostly flat. \nThere will be a mixture of group\, small group and individual activities\, to be driven by the interests of those going. \nTravel\nAt this point the only arrangement made is our travel. We’re going by train\, which turns out to be one of the more expensive options – Eurostar St Pancras-Brussels\, then Brussels-Cologne-Berlin. Other travel options include bus and plane –  a good reference for travel options is Rome2Rio. As far as my research goes\, weekend travel is the most expensive\, while Thursday less so. \nAccommodation\nTo be arranged. \nIreen and I have made our own arrangements\, with my sister who lives there – very centrally\, near the Cathedral. For the rest of you\, there are many hostels to choose from\, and of course hotels\, AirBnB etc to consider. \nWhat Now?\nPlease let me know if you’re interested in this trip so we can gauge the demand for accommodation etc. More plans will be made! \n  \nKen
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/trip-to-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, Germany
CATEGORIES:Further Afield,Outdoor Events,Social,Walking,Weekend Away
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Ken":MAILTO:ken@brogan.co.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240527T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240527T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240325T220313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T084421Z
UID:5354-1716811200-1716829200@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240526T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240526T180000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240320T204644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T084205Z
UID:5339-1716714000-1716746400@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Beachy Head Walk
DESCRIPTION:Please note that the date of this walk has been changed from Saturday the 25th to Sunday the 26th May. \nThe walk will be from Seaford along the coast to Cuckmere Haven\, then over the Seven Sisters cliffs to Eastdean. A hilly 9 miles with lovely views. \nBring a packed lunch\, but there will be a cafe at Cuckmere Haven park centre and a cafe and pub at Eastdean. \nSo meet at E Croydon by 8.50 to get the 9.04 train to Lewes\, changing there for Seaford arrive 10.25. We will get the bus back from Eastdean to Seaford\, so you need a return ticket to Seaford. \nBarry
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/beachy-head-walk-2/
CATEGORIES:Further Afield,Outdoor Events,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Barry W":MAILTO:barry.wilson9@btinternet.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240521T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240521T223000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240419T222326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T145932Z
UID:5429-1716318000-1716330600@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Green North Croydon Walk
DESCRIPTION:Keith says:\nThis is almost a repeat of my walk on Sunday January 7th\, where\, after a meal at “The Bull” pub\, a few of us went to the nearby leisure centre + watched the Streatham Redhawks ice hockey match ⛸ 🏒  🥅. \nAs I don’t want to finish too late\, we’ll be meeting much earlier at 7PM outside Thornton Heath Station (which you can get to by train from either East or West Croydon + various buses from Croydon) where the four mile “easy” walk will be as follows => \nThornton Heath Station \nThornton heath recreation ground\, \nNorbury Hall (or Squirrel 🐿) Park \nNorbury Park \nNorwood Grove \n“The Rookery” gardens 🌹🌻  🌳🌲 \nStreatham Common to Streatham High Road\, where the walk will finish about 9pm. \nThere will be an option of either going to “The Rabbit Hole” or “The Bull” pub for drinks  🍺🍷🍵\,  where opposite you can easily get the 109 bus back to central Croydon or go by train from either Streatham Station or Streatham Common Station.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/green-north-croydon-walk/
LOCATION:Thornton Heath Station
CATEGORIES:Tuesday Club Nights,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240516T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240516T183000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240509T112203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T112203Z
UID:5451-1715855400-1715884200@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:South Kensington and Hyde Park
DESCRIPTION:On the 16th May we will meet at E. Croydon station at 10.15 for 10.30am to Victoria station then to Gloucester Road station to see sculptures by a lady artist then walk to South Kensington station tunnel to see her posters with anagrams. After that we will visit the Natural History Museum and have a tea break for about an hour. \n\nIn the afternoon we will visit Hyde park where the old Crystal Palace museum used to be (subsequently then moved to Upper Norwood). We will carry on walking to the Royal Society Musical academy museum where you can even play some musical instruments.\n\nBy 4-4.30pm walk back to Victoria station have a meal at Wetherspoons then back to E Croydon station.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/south-kensington-and-hyde-park/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Social,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240511T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240511T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240316T002006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240505T145612Z
UID:5324-1715418000-1715446800@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Westerham Circular (was Chilterns Walk)
DESCRIPTION:The Chilterns Walk is postponed to a later date due to likely industrial action affecting our rail journey \nThis walk will be a circular from Westerham of about 8 miles\, fairly hilly. \nMeet at E.Croydon bus station at 9am for the 119 to Hayes station. From there we will get the 246 bus to Westerham\, leaving at 9.42 or the next one at 10.13 arriving in Westerham at 10.09 (or 10.40) (within the Oyster/Freedom pass zone) \nThere is a large car park to the east of Westerham accessed from the A25.  \nYou can bring a packed lunch\, but there will be a break at the NT Chartwell cafe and a lunch break at the Royal Oak\, Crockham Hill.  You could even take afternoon tea back at Westerham! \nLet me know if you are driving or joining the bus further on from Croydon and we will meet on the Green at Westerham by 10.30. \nBarry \n 
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/chilterns-walk/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Barry W":MAILTO:barry.wilson9@btinternet.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240421T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240421T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240325T215342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240406T141803Z
UID:5348-1713691800-1713718800@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Caterham Walk
DESCRIPTION:Just some advance details of above event on 21 April.\nPlan is to meet at Caterham station at 10.15 for a 10.30 departure. The walk will be to viewing point on the North Downs\, along the North Downs way and then drop down along some footpaths to Godstone Green. Should be about 2 hours.\nI have booked ten places at the Hare and Hounds on the Green for 12.30. Pub does full lunches and snacks and is dog friendly. After lunch we can walk along to old Godstone.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/caterham-walk/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240416
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240301T170453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T170453Z
UID:5279-1712707200-1713225599@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Lake District 5 nights @ Elterwater Hostel
DESCRIPTION:I’m  organising a trip to Elterwater Hostel (formerly a YHA hostel\, now independent) in the Lake District in April.    I’m planning on staying for 5 nights so as to have 4 whole days up there.  Obviously the idea is to get on to them there hills.  The Old Man of Coniston (which I haven’t climbed for over 30 years) is nearby\, so it’s a chance for some old men (and women) to climb the Old Man! Maybe also Helvetian. The hostel\, being an ex YH\, is a lovely old building with 6 bedded rooms (about £30 pppn) and twin rooms (about £40 pppn) in a small village with a choice of pubs. \nYou can go by train to Windermere\, then by bus. Car Lifts Full.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/lake-district-5-nights-elterwater-hostel/
LOCATION:Elterwater Hostel\, Elterwater Hostel\, Elterwater\, Ambleside\, Cumbria\, LA22 9Hk
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Walking
ORGANIZER;CN="Tim A":MAILTO:timcpfcaldridge@hotmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240406T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240406T193000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240315T091311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T113521Z
UID:5315-1712394000-1712431800@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Walk along the Seagull Trail
DESCRIPTION:DON’T FORGET IT’S ON SAT\, SAT\, SATURDAY!\n(ON SUNDAY MORNING YOU CAN HAVE A LIE-IN  WATCHING ALAN TITCHMARSH & MICHAEL PORTILLO ON THE TELLY!) \nAlso a little note to those who have walked this before\, a new route in this part is being used which for about two thirds is completely different! \nSo yes\, Saturday April 6th\, 2024 for Part Five of this route\, picking up from last Spring at Crawley Down\, Sussex (nothing to do with Crawley) to Ardingly village\, a distance of around ten miles of fairly gently undulating topography\,  but likely with plenty of mud as it’s done nothing but RAIN for the last goodness knows how long a time!! Despite what it may say in certain sources\, this is not a 9-5pm day (as in the song!) – don’t expect to be back in Croydon until after 7pm (unless you leave early\, which is an option – see below). \nBy-the-by\, the Industrial In-Action on the railways this long weekend is not due to disrupt the plans at all. As just mentioned you can leave (or join?) at West Hoathly around lunch time or later (on a Metrobus 84) if you have had enough\, or want to explore this village more (there’s an open garden here – the Priest’s House – which some of you have probably visited\, but we probably won’t plan to visit as it costs money to enter and needs time to go round\, so you may want to return privately for this). \nBring along usual food and drink supplies. There is a pot selling place with a cafe along the way\, which we could use if making good time\, but the main stop is West Hoathly village with its Pub\, and churchyard for sandwich eaters. Also a pub at Ardingly in case we have time before the bus. \nAnd the bit you’ve been waiting for\, the Travel stuff! \nMeet at East Croydon Railway Station by 9.30am ‘clock-time’ (and you know why I say that! it’s that crazy time of the year again!) to catch the 9.49am train to Three Bridges (one a little while later too in case this one messes up). From there\, on the opposite side of the road from the station’s main entrance\, we catch one of three different Metrobus services (281 at 10.36\, 272 at 10.46 or 291 at 11.06am…earlier the better) to Crawley Down WAR MEMORIAL stop. \nReturning we catch the Metrobus 272 bus from Ardingly at 6.11pm to Three Bridges where we jump on a train for East Croydon (there is an earlier 272 bus at 5.45pm that goes to Haywards Heath Rail Stn\, and you’d need to pay the extra on the train). \nPaul\, 07968 223589. \n  \nHave I missed anything…probably – ask me anything! Will further check the travel situation as the week wears on\, but the timetables I’ve seen allow for the industrial in-action. \n 
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/walk-along-the-seagull-trail/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240401T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240315T090900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T181934Z
UID:5313-1711963800-1711990800@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Easter Monday Walk
DESCRIPTION:I will lead a seven mile circular walk from Biggin Hill on Easter Monday 1st April. It could be completed in about four hours at a moderate pace including a short stop but we would have up to five hours before catching a return bus at 15:34. It is a bit muddy in places but is mostly ok. There are only a couple of moderate hills. There is only one pub on the route but it is less than an hour from the start so bring adequate food and drink. Refreshments are available in Biggin Hill. \nMeet at East Croydon bus station stop E1 by 09:25 to catch the Superloop bus SL5 from stop E1 to Bromley South at 09:33. That is the advertised time but in any case we get the first bus after 09:30. The bus will stop at Elmfield Road which is one stop after Bromley South station because at the moment that stop is closed. We then walk down the High Street to bus stop Z to catch the 320 bus at 10:11 to Biggin Hill\, Lebanon Gardens. The walk starts from Church Road which is next to the swimming pool and library. If anyone wants to drive to Biggin Hill there is a free car park next to the recreation ground. You turn into Church Road from Main Road and the entrance is shortly on the left by a large sign saying ‘Biggin Hill Clinic’. Let me know if you want us to meet you in the car park. Return is 320 bus from stop W at 15:34 (or other time as appropriate) to Bromley South then SL5 to East Croydon. \nBob. \ntel 07982 841121
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/easter-monday-walk/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240317T094000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240317T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240104T160210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T223137Z
UID:5178-1710668400-1710694800@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Isle of Dogs Walk
DESCRIPTION:Here is the Itinerary for the Sunday 17th March Isle of Dogs Walk.\nMeet at East Croydon Station at 9.40am to catch the 9.51 platform 2 to London Bridge.\nLondon Bridge train to Greenwich leaves at 10.16 from platform 4. Arrives Greenwich 10.27. \nFrom Greenwich Station we do a short walk to The Gate Clock (Wetherspoons) pub (Creek Rd next to Cutty Sark DLR stn) for a coffee and toilet break.\n(The reason is that unfortunately there is no cafe on the walk\, but there are toilets) \nThe walk begins at 11.00am at the Greenwich foot Tunnel south (Greenwich) entrance.\nWe expect the walk to conclude at the Ledger House (Wetherspoons) pub on West India Dock Quay around 3.30pm.\nTheir usual reasonably priced menu is available\, but there are plenty of other eating places in the vicinity if you want to pay more.\nThe timings will enable those who want to\, to get back to Croydon and attend the St Patrick’s Day event at Ruskin House in the evening. \nThere are several options for returning back to East Croydon:\n1. Elizabeth Line Canary Wharf to Farringdon station and then direct rail to East Croydon. (my choice)\n2. DLR West India Quay to Shadwell and Overground to West Croydon Station.\n3. Jubilee Line Canary Wharf to Canada Water and Overground to West Croydon Station.\n4. Jubilee Line Canary Wharf to London Bridge and train to East Croydon.\n5.  DLR West India Quay to Lewisham and no75 bus to Croydon.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/isle-of-dogs-walk/
CATEGORIES:Further Afield,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240310T091500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240310T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240307T012457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T191049Z
UID:5291-1710062100-1710086400@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Countryside Walk - 7ish miles
DESCRIPTION:Here are details of my countryside walk on Sunday 10 March 2024.  Approx 7 miles (ok maybe 8).  An early (for some) start: \n\nMeet at East Croydon train station ticket hall at 9.15am.  (This will delight Barry.) \n\nWe catch the 9.31am train to Chipstead.   We return later in the day from somewhere further down that line\, sorry not sure which station yet\, so if you don’t want to use Oyster / contactless\, suggest buy a return to Tattenham Corner.   Or if you prefer\, buy a return to Chipstead and a single for the rest at the relevant station later.   (The whole line is in Oyster zone 6.) \n\nWe will walk via the outstanding landscape around Chipstead\, Mugswell\, Colley Hill\, Walton Heath etc.   Do bring some packed refreshments and drink with you as there is no planned indoor lunch stop.  However I will try to include a café and or the Sportsman pub at Mogador – but doubtful there will be room or time to sit and have a proper meal.   We will likely reach our destination and return station around 3.30pm where there may be an opportunity for a more leisurely pub stop.  But don’t bank on it. \n\nSorry if details are a bit sketchy\, left it a bit late to check and my first choice has been thwarted by a rail replacement bus between Purley and Redhill.   That does not impact Tattenham Corner line. \n\nWear boots or wellies in expectation of mud. \n\nRegards \nAndrew \n07985 936953
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/countryside-walk-7ish-miles/
CATEGORIES:Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240217T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240103T202125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T175735Z
UID:5168-1708162200-1708189200@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Walk in Epping Forest
DESCRIPTION:Epping Forest is a large wooded area in NE London\, with plenty of fairly easy walking. \nSo meet at E. Croydon station at 9.20 for the 9.33 train to London Bridge. Then by 149 bus to Liverpool Street station for the Overground to Chingford. (Zone 5) \nFrom there it is a short walk to the ancient Queen Elizabeth Hunting Lodge\, visitor centre and cafe. Then it will be about a 7 mile circular walk via High Beech (another visitor centre\, cafe\, pub) back to Chingford. \nIt could be quite muddy in places\, so boots may be best. Also bring your own lunch if you don’t want to rely on the cafes etc. \nHope to see you there\, \nBarry \n–
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/walk-in-epping-forest/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Barry W":MAILTO:barry.wilson9@btinternet.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240211T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20231206T171603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T193826Z
UID:5072-1707643800-1707670800@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sunday Walk with Pepys - Stroll 2*
DESCRIPTION:We all enjoyed the Pepys Walk on 10th December\, so here’s the second instalment.\nWhere?\nThis Sunday\, join me for a stroll through some familiar parts of London with a historical context. We’re going to follow the 17th Century footsteps of Samuel Pepys\, this time around the streets of the City of London. Again I’ll be your amateur guide\, book in hand\, pointing out the connections to Pepys on the way. No doubt other COPSErs will chip in with their own observations! \nThis will be an easy 2-3 hour walk along pavements (boots not required) for about 4 miles\, ending with an optional beer or two at a historic tavern that also serves food. \nWho was Pepys?\n \nA man who lived through the upheavals of the Civil War\, the execution of Charles I\, the reign of Cromwell and the subsequent restoration of the Monarchy with Charles II. Most significantly for us\, from 1660 to 1669 he wrote a daily diary describing events high and low. He was a man on the rise with connections to politics and royalty\, but determined to enjoy life with visits to taverns and theatres\, domestic life with his French wife\, and furtive dalliances with a variety of disreputable ladies. \nGetting there\nI’ll be catching the 12.03 East Croydon Platform 2 to Blackfriars\, exiting on the North side\, where the walk starts \nJoining opportunities: \n\n\n\n\n\nEast Croydon station from 11.50\n\n\nhttps://w3w.co/dock.jars.folds\n\n\n\n\nOutside Blackfrairs Underground  station from our scheduled arrival time about 12.30\n\n\nhttps://w3w.co/crazy.ripe.good\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCall me (number below) if any difficulty joining up. \nThe return trip will be at your leisure – there are good services to East Croydon from Blackfriars\, or you could catch a bus or tube back to Victoria. \nLinks\nPepys’s diary for this day 363 years ago: https://www.pepysdiary.com/ \nGeneral info on Pepys: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samuel_Pepys \nContact\nKen on 07921 258876 \n*I know\, this was originally advertised as a Country Walk. Humble apologies. \n\nWhat3Words\nExplanation is here. You can use the links to find any 3-metre square on earth. For best results\, download the App.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/country-walk/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Ken":MAILTO:ken@brogan.co.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240204T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240201T164410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T164703Z
UID:5220-1707040800-1707066000@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:continuing with the London LOOP . . .
DESCRIPTION:Continue from Coulsdon around to Oaks Park\, onward to cross the ‘mad mile’ at Banstead Downs\, and then towards Nonsuch Park & site of Nonsuch Palace\, and possibly as far as Ewell. Potentially as much as 8 miles or so\, with some mud and some suburban pavements. Refreshment possibilities in Coulsdon\, Clockhouse\, Oaks Park\, Nonsuch Park\, and perhaps other unexpected places. A chance to leave at Clockhouse (bus)\, Oaks Park (166 bus)\, Banstead (train)\, Ewell East & Cheam (train and bus) and in the possibly unlikely event we get as far as Ewell village it’s the train from Ewell West back to East Croydon\, via Clapham Junction. \nMeet in Coulsdon (get there by many buses from Croydon) outside the Pembroke pub (which opens at 10am so one could have something there first) by 10.35am to set off at 10.45am. (The Pembroke pub (a Wetherspoon-like place) is in central Coulsdon\, just near the start of where the Chipstead Valley Road branches off from Brighton Road and is near a Tesco-Express – we finished by going in there last Sunday.) \nAdventures in store no doubt…as we found last Sunday and other times\, one can never be sure what’s gonna happen while walking the LOOP\, it’s almost enough to send you loopy! \n  \nPaul Newbold\, 07968 223589 \n 
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/continuing-with-the-loop/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240129
DTSTAMP:20260412T235546
CREATED:20240125T181754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240127T111658Z
UID:5217-1706400000-1706486399@www.copsecroydon.co.uk
SUMMARY:London Loop walk: Hamsey Green to Oaks Park
DESCRIPTION:We will be continuing the London LOOP\, picking up from where we left off (last March!!) at Hamsey Green\, and probably get as far as Oaks Park (8 and a half miles). But wherever we stop there are buses back into Croydon. \nJust to remind\, the LOOP is the London Outer Orbital Path which goes around London through the greener parts\, parks\, commons\, etc. and occasional delights of suburbia\, and is around 150 miles in all! \nThe terrain is gently undulating\, with some mud – some places of refreshment en route\, you can leave at Kenley\, Coulsdon\, Clockhouse\, Oaks Park. \nTime and place. Meet up at the bus stop outside Fairfield Halls by 10am\, and we’ll take the first 403 bus to Hamsey Green.
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/london-loop-walk-hamsey-green-to-oaks-park/
CATEGORIES:Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Click-for-details-e1705192467442.jpg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR