Continuing to be inspired by Paul’s assault on the Loop, and encouraged by the enthusiastic turnout for Parts 1 to 4, I’m continuing the Capital Ring circuit. Newbies can click on the map above to see what the Capital Ring is all about. This leg will ease us gently into the New Year with a […]
This Tuesday is the nearest to COPSE’s 92nd birthday so we’re having a bit of a celebration. There’ll be some fun, games and . . . CAKE!, We’ll also enjoy some party food – provided by yourselves! Please bring along no more than a plate or […]
Hello I have been requested to do the section between Coulsdon and Nonsuch Park, near Ewell and Cheam via Woodmansterne, Clockhouse, Oaks Park and past another prison! If you missed it in 2024, here's your chance to catch up. Distance around 8 to 9 miles, fairly straightforward with the odd ascent, refreshment possibilities at Clockhouse, Oaks Park […]
The Programme: Please note we'll be taking £3 at the door to cover costs for this evening - a bargain any Scot would be proud to claim! Fair fa' your honest, sonsie face We didn't argue with that sentiment in previous years, and everyone had such a good time that we're doing it again. If […]
Update Our ski destination has changed to Arc 2000 Paradiski, France -------------------------------------------------------------------------- COPSE powder hounds hit the slopes for a winter adventure in the Skiarea Campiglio Brenta Dolomites. Sat. 31st Jan. to Sat. 7th Feb 2026.” If there’s further info you need please let me know. Thanks Paul D. Hi COPSErs Regular “COPSE-skimos” have been researching […]
Well, we shall try to grab it! Yet again, non-skiing COPSErs will be attempting to wrestle the prize (sometimes a fairly substantial pot of ££s) away from the regular teams competing at the "Builders Arms" Quiz Night.* I have reserved three tables of six for our Members. The quiz will cost £1pp (cash) and now […]
1) POLLOCK'S TOY MUSEUM We have been invited to make a group visit to this little museum that is proud to be in Croydon. It houses many interesting traditional and “heritage" items. Our visit will begin at 11am with an introductory talk from the curator and the chance to tour and chat about the displays. Following […]
There is a mish mash of things packed into two storeys of his house- an Egyptian sarcophagus being the highlight. There are several Hogarth paintings with him being the ‘father of British satire’ according to Ian Hislop editor of Private Eye. Homepage | Sir John Soane's Museum How much does the museum cost ? Entry […]
Hear about the highlights of our trip to Okehampton, and a chance to tell your own tale of the goings-on. It’s also a bit of a taster for our return trip in September! Following several folk asking me what "Fun at the Manor" means, it will be an illustrated explanation from some of […]